Women's Lacrosse
Women's Lacrosse 2011 Game Highlights
3/5/2011 – SHEPHERD UNIVERSITY
WILDCATS FALL IN SEASON OPENER, 22-17 TO SHEPHERD
NEW CASTLE, DE -- Wilmington University dropped their season opener to the visiting Shepherd Rams, 22-17 in non-conference women’s lacrosse action on Saturday afternoon at the Kirkwood Complex.
Shepherd jumped out to a 14-7 lead at the half, and held on for the five-goal victory. Wilmington received solid performances from senior Danielle Niccoli (4 goals, 2 assists), sophomore Liz Case (3 goals, 1 assist), junior Kory Webster (3 goals), junior Jess Graybeal (2 goals, 1 assist) and senior Amber Harmon (2 goals). Sophomore Molly Taylor also added a goal, while junior Eliza Burk chipped in with a pair of assists.
Freshman Corinne Dries (0-1) suffered the loss in her first collegiate start between the pipes, as was peppered with 40 shots and recorded 14 saves.
Following the loss, Wilmington dropped to 0-1 to start the season. The Wildcats return to action on Monday afternoon, when they travel to take on the Spartans of St. Thomas Aquinas College in a non-conference match up beginning at 2:00 PM. The game will take place at SUNY-Maritime.
3/7/2011 –
St. Thomas Aquinas College
@ SUNY-Maritime
LACROSSE PICKS UP FIRST WIN OF SEASON WITH 17-13 VICTORY OVER ST. THOMAS AQUINAS
SPARKILL, NY -- The Wildcats of Wilmington University earned their first win of the 2011 season, with a 17-13 victory over the host Spartans of St. Thomas Aquinas College in non-conference women’s lacrosse action on Monday afternoon.
Wilmington jumped out to an 8-1 lead after the first nine minutes, but the Spartans responded right before the half with three straight goals right before the half to make it 9-6. The Wildcats ran off five straight to open the second half to pull away, and held on for their first victory.
The ‘Cats were led by sophomore Liz Case, who posted four goals and two assists. Junior Becca Guethler had a hat trick, while the trio of Eliza Burk, Jessica Stratton, and Amber Harmon each added a pair of goals. Wilmington received single goals from Molly Taylor (1 assist), Meggan Apgar, Jess Graybeal, and Danielle Niccoli.
Freshman Corinne Dries (1-1) picked up her first collegiate win between the pipes as she recorded 13 saves on 38 shots in a busy afternoon.
With the win, Wilmington improved to 1-1 on the season while St. Thomas Aquinas dropped to 1-2 overall. The Wildcats return to the field on Wednesday afternoon, when they take on Division I Howard University in a non-conference tilt beginning at 3:00 PM.
3/9/2011 – Howard University
‘CATS FALL TO HOWARD, 17-7 IN LACROSSE
WASHINGTON, DC -- Wilmington University fell to Howard University, 17-7 in non-conference women’s lacrosse action on Wednesday afternoon.
Senior Danielle Niccoli led the ‘Cats with four goals, while Eliza Burk and Liz Case each added a single goal. Freshman goalkeeper Corinne Dries recorded four saves.
Following the game, Wilmington dropped to 1-2 overall while Howard improved to 3-3 on the season. The Wildcats return to the field on Tuesday afternoon when they host the Mavericks of Mercy College in a non-conference tilt beginning at 3:00 PM.
3/15/2011 – MERCY COLLEGE
LACROSSE DOWNED BY MERCY, 13-6
NEW CASTLE, DE – The Wildcats of Wilmington University were downed by the visiting Mavericks of Mercy College, 13-6 in non-conference women’s lacrosse action on Tuesday afternoon at the Kirkwood Complex.
Wilmington received four goals from senior Danielle Niccoli, while Liz Case and Eliza Burk each added a single goal. Meggan Apgar, Molly Taylorl, and Case each posted an assist. Freshman goalkeeper Corinne Dries recorded 11 saves in goal for the ‘Cats.
Following the game, Wilmington dropped to 1-3 overall, while Mercy improved to 4-1 on the season. The Wildcats return to the field next Tuesday afternoon, when they host the Lions of Georgian Court University in their CACC opener. The game is scheduled to begin at 3:00 PM.
3/22/2011 – GEORGIAN COURT UNIVERSITY
WILDCATS FALL TO GEORGIAN COURT, 19-6 IN WOMEN’S LACROSSE
NEW CASTLE, DE -- Georgian Court opened the game with four straight goals, and never looked back as they downed the host Wildcats of Wilmington University, 19-6 in Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) women’s lacrosse action on Tuesday afternoon at the Kirkwood Complex.
The Lions received seven goals from Lauren Conaty, who also dished out a pair of assists. Molly McCourt added four goals, while Ryan McGrath chipped in with a pair of goals and four assists. Georgian Court’s Shannon Mastrogiovanni and Alley Abbate each chipped in with a pair of goals.
Wilmington was led by Eliza Burk, who posted two goals and an assist. Danielle Niccoli also netted a pair of goals, and addied an assist. Jessica Stratton and Amber Harmon rounded out the scoring for the ‘Cats with a goal apiece, who also received an assist from Liz Case.
Corinne Dries notched four saves in goal for Wilmington, while Jennifer Molzon recorded eight saves for Georgian Court. The Wildcats were out-shot 25-19 on the afternoon.
Following the game, Wilmington dropped to 0-1 in the CACC and 1-4 overall, while Georgian Court improved to 2-0 in the conference and 2-4 on the season. The Wildcats return to action on Saturday afternoon, when they travel to take on the Eagles of Post University in a CACC matchup beginning at 4:30 PM.
3/26/2011 – Post University
LACROSSE DOWNS POST, 16-7 TO EARN FIRST CACC WIN OF SEASON
WATERBURY, CT -- Senior Danielle Niccoli netted four goals to help lead the Wildcats of Wilmington University to a 16-7 victory over the host Eagles of Post University in Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) women’s lacrosse action on Saturday afternoon.
Niccoli posted seven goals and two assists, while junior Becca Guether added a pair of goals. Kory Webster had two goals, while Liz Case notched one goal and dished out four assists. Chelsie Maher, Molly Taylor, Meggan Apgar, and Eliza Burk rounded out the scoring for Wilmington with a goal each.
Freshman Corrine Dries (2-4) recorded seven saves in goal for the Wildcats
With the win, Wilmington improved to 1-1 in the CACC and 2-4 overall. The Wildcats return to action on Monday evening, when they travel to take on the Chargers of Dominican College in a CACC contest beginning at 6:00 PM.
3/28/2011 – Dominican College
WILDCATS SUCCUMB TO SECOND HALF RALLY, FALL TO DOMINICAN 12-6
HILLBURN, NY -- Wilmington University allowed seven second-half goals, and fell to the host Chargers of Dominican College, 12-6 in Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) women’s lacrosse action at the Torne Valley Complex.
The score was tied at five at halftime, but Dominican came out on fire in the second half and netted five unanswered goals to pull away. Wilmington would find the back of the net just once in the second half, and could not contain the Charger rally.
The Wildcats were led by Rebecca Guethler, who netted two goals. Danielle Niccolie and Eliza Burk each added a goal and an assist, while Kory Webster and Jessica Stratton posted a goal apiece. Corrine Dries (2-5) recorded 10 saves in goal for the ‘Cats.
Following the game, Wilmington dropped to 1-2 in the CACC and 2-5 overall, while Dominican improved to 2-1 in the conference and 3-2 on the season. The Wildcats return to action on Wednesday afternoon, when they host the Tigers of Holy Family University in a CACC contest beginning at 3:00 PM.
3/30/2011 – HOLY FAMILY UNIVERSITY
‘CATS FALL IN FINAL SECONDS TO HOLY FAMILY, 16-15
NEW CASTLE, DE -- A last minute goal from Holy Family sent the Wildcats of Wilmington University away with a heartbreaking 16-15 defeat to the Tigers in Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) women’s lacrosse action on Wednesday afternoon at the Kirkwood Complex.
The game was close early on in the first half, as neither team held more than a two-goal lead until late in the period. It wasn’t until the final minute that a late Holy Family goal gave the visitors as 12-9 lead they took into halftime.
The Tigers could not pull away, as Wilmington hung right with them, and eventually took the lead (15-14) with just over five minutes remaining. Holy Family tied the game just 35 seconds later, and with 33 ticks left on the clock, secured the win on a goal from Jennifer James (6 goals on the game).
Wilmington was led by senior Danielle Niccoli, who netted six goals. Sophomore Molly Taylor added a hat trick, while juniors Eliza Burk and Becca Guethler each added a pair. Senior Amber Harmon added a goal, while junior Jess Graybeal had a goal and an assist. Sophomore Liz Case dished out a game-hit four assists, while junior Kory Webster had three assists.
Freshman goalkeeper Corinne Dries (2-6) recorded 12 saves in the loss, as she had a busy afternoon facing 34 shots.
With the loss, Wilmington fell to 1-3 in the CACC and 2-6 overall, while Holy Family improved to 2-3 in the conference and 3-6 on the season. The Wildcats return to action on Saturday evening, when they host their Catch for a Cure Breast Cancer Awareness game. The ‘Cats will take on Dominican College in a CACC contest beginning at 5:30 PM at Red Lion Christian Academy in Bear, DE.
4/2/2011 –
DOMINICAN COLLEGE
@ Red Lion Christian Academy - Bear, DE
WILDCATS EDGED BY DOMINICAN, 9-8 IN WOMEN’S LACROSSE
BEAR, DE -- What was supposed to be a celebratory night for the Wildcats turned into heartbreak, as they suffered their second one-goal loss in as many games. The Chargers of Dominican College spoiled the ‘Cats “Catch for the Cure” Breast Cancer Awareness Night, sending Wilmington away with a 9-8 defeat in Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) women’s lacrosse action on Saturday evening at Red Lion Christian Academy.
The Wildcats wore pink and presented the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition with a check for over $6,000 the team raised to help the fight against this horrible disease.
The score remained close the enter way and neither team could get more than a two-goal advantage. Wilmington was up 5-3 with five minutes left in the first half, but the Chargers closed out the period with two goals to tie the game at five. The second half was much like the first, but this time it was Dominican that pulled away with the two-goal lead. Wilmington responded, and tied the game at seven. The two squads then traded goals, and in the final three minutes. Dominican scored the eventual game-winner, giving them a 9-8 lead that would hold until the final whistle.
Wilmington was led by Eliza Burk, who netted four goals. Kory Webster added a pair of goals and an assist, while Danielle Niccoli scored one and dished out two assists. Molly Taylor rounded out the scoring for the ‘Cats with one goal. Freshman Corinne Dries (2-7), notched nine saves in goal for the Wildcats.
Following the game, Wilmington dropped to 1-4 in the CACC and 2-7 overall, while Dominican improved to 3-1 in the conference and 4-2 overall. The Wildcats return to action on Tuesday afternoon, when they travel to take on the Rams of Philadelphia University in a CACC contest beginning at 4:00 PM.
4/7/2011 – Holy Family University
LACROSSE DOWNED BY HOLY FAMILY, 17-8
PHILADELPHIA, PA -- The Wildcats of Wilmington University were downed by the host Tigers of Holy Family University, 17-8 in Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) women’s lacrosse action on Thursday afternoon.
Holy Family jumped out to a 9-3 lead at the half and never looked back as they cruised to the 17-8 victory.
Wilmington was led by Liz Case, who posted a hat trick and an assist. Meggan Apgar added two goals and an assist, while Danielle Niccoli chipped in with a goal and a pair of assists. Eliza Burk and Molly Taylor rounded out the scoring with a goal apiece.
Freshman Corinne Dries (2-8) recorded seven saves in goal for Wilmington. The Wildcats out-shot the Tigers by a 38-30 margin, but Melissa Jenkins turned away 18 shots in goal for Holy Family.
Following the game, Wilmington dropped to 1-5 in the CACC and 2-8 overall. Holy Family improved to 3-4 in the CACC and 4-7 on the season. The Wildcats return to action on Monday afternoon, when they travel to take on the Knights of Queens College in a non-conference tilt beginning at 3:30 PM.
4/11/2011 – Queens College
‘CATS TROUNCED BY QUEENS, 20-5 IN LACROSSE
QUEENS, NY -- Wilmington University dropped a non-conference game at the hands of the host Knights of Queens College, 20-5 in women’s lacrosse action on Monday afternoon.
The Wildcats held an early 3-1 lead, but Queens closed out the half on a 9-1 run, and went into the half holding a 10-4 advantage. It was all Knights in the second half, as they outscored the ‘Cats by a 10-1 margin.
Wilmington received single goals from Amber Harmon, Meggan Apgar, Danielle Niccoli, Molly Taylor, and Rebecca Guethler. Freshman goalkepper Corinne Dries recorded five saves in goal for the Wildcats.
Following the game, Wilmington dropped to 2-9 on the season while Queens improved to 6-3 overall. The Wildcats return to action on Wednesday afternoon when they host the Griffins of Chestnut Hill College in a CACC contest beginning at 3:00 PM.
4/13/2011 – CHESTNUT HILL COLLEGE
WILDCATS BREAK FIVE GAME LOSING STREAK WITH 16-10 WIN OVER CHESTNUT HILL
NEW CASTLE, DE -- Danielle Niccoli and Eliza Burk combined for nine goals to help the Wildcats of Wilmington University break a five-game losing streak with a 16-10 victory over the visiting Griffins of Chestnut Hill College in Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) women’s lacrosse action on Wednesday afternoon at the Kirkwood Complex.
The game was close early on, but with the score tied at two, Wilmington ran off five straight goals to take a 7-2 lead. The Wildcat went into the half holding an 8-5 advantage. It was 9-7 in favor of the hosts, early in the second half and this time, four straight goals by the ‘Cats put them ahead 13-7. Wilmington held on down the stretch, and came away with the 16-10 victory.
Junior Eliza Burk netted four goals and dished out a pair of assists to lead the Wildcats, who also received five goals from senior Danielle Niccoli. Sophomore Meggan Apgar added a pair of goals and assists, while classmate Molly Taylor also chipped in with two goals. Sophomores Liz Case and Brittany Rhodes, along with junior Becca Guethler rounded out the scoring with a goal apiece.
Freshman Corinne Dries recorded eight saves in goal for Wilmington, who out-shot the Griffins by a 29-19 margin.
With the win, Wilmington improved to 2-5 in the CACC and 3-9 overall, while Chestnut Hill dropped to 3-5 in the conference and 4-8 on the season. The Wildcats return to action on Saturday afternoon, when they host the Eagles of Post University in a CACC contest beginning at 12:00 PM.
4/16/2011 – POST UNIVERSITY
WILMINGTON DOWNS POST, 19-4 IN LACROSSE
NEW CASTLE, DE -- The Wildcats of Wilmington University made the most of a rainy, windy, and cold day, as they downed the visiting Eagles of Post University, 19-4 in Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) lacrosse action on Saturday afternoon at the Kirkwood Complex.
Wilmington ran off 12 straight goals to open the game, putting the Eagles in a deep hole they would never recover from. The ‘Cats were up 13-2 at the half, and cruised down the stretch to the lopsided victory. The game was just about 50 minutes long, as the officials made the decision to end early on count of the torrential rains falling from the sky.
Sophomore Meggan Apgar led the way for the Wildcats, netting four goals and dishing out two assists. Senior Danielle Niccoli also scored four goals and added an assist, while sophomore Liz Case had a hat trick and four assists. Junior Eliza Burk also netted a hat trick, while Molly Taylor scored a pair of goals. Becca Guethler, Amber Harmon, and Chelsie Maher rounded out the scoring with a goal apiece.
Freshman Corrine Dries (4-9) recorded five saves in goal for Wilmington, who picked up their second straight win.
Following the game, Wilmington improved to 3-5 in the CACC and 4-9 overall, while Post dropped to 0-9 in the conference and 1-11 on the season. The Wildcats return to the field on Monday afternoon, when they play host to the Rams of Philadelphia University in a CACC contest beginning at 3:00 PM.
4/18/2011 – PHILADELPHIA UNIVERSITY
LACROSSE FALLS TO PHILADELPHIA, 18-8
NEW CASTLE, DE -- Wilmington University dropped an 18-8 decision to the visiting Rams of Philadelphia University in Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) women’s lacrosse action on Monday afternoon at the Kirkwood Complex.
The Rams opened the game with five straight goals, and never looked back as they cruised to the ten-goal victory.
The Wildcats received two goals each from Danielle Niccoli and Molly Taylore. Becca Guethler added a pair, while Eliza Burk and Liz Case each added single goals. Corrine Dries (4-10) recorded 13 saves in goal for the ‘Cats.
Following the game, Wilmington dropped to 3-6 in the CACC and 4-10 overall, while Philadelphia improved to 6-4 in the CACC and 6-6 on the season. The Wildcats return to action on Thursday afternoon, when they travel to take on the Lions of Georgian Court University in a CACC contest beginning at 3:30 PM.
4/21/2011 – Georgian Court University
WILDCATS DOWNED BY GEORGIAN COURT, 18-5
LAKEWOOD, NJ -- Wilmington University fell to the host Lions of Georgian Court University, 18-5 in Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) women’s lacrosse action on Thursday afternoon.
The Wildcats trailed 8-3 at the half, and Georgian Court never looked back as they cruised to the victory.
Wilmington received four goals from senior Danielle Niccoli, while freshman Chelsie Maher also found the back of the net. Sophomore Meggan Apgar added two assists, while junior Eliza Burk dished out one.
Freshman Corinne Dries (4-11) recorded seven saves in net for Wilmington.
Following the game, Wilmington dropped to 3-7 in the CACC and 4-11 overall, while Georgian Court improved to 11-0 in the CACC and 11-4 on the season. The Wildcats return to the field on Tuesday afternoon, when they travel to take on the Rams of Philadelphia University in a CACC contest beginning at 4:30 PM.
4/26/2011 – Philadelphia University
PHILADELPHIA HOLDS OFF WILMINGTON, 18-12 IN WOMEN’S LACROSSE
PHILADELPHIA, PA -- The host Rams of Philadelphia University used a strong second half to hold off the visiting Wildcats of Wilmington University, 18-12 in Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) women’s lacrosse action on Tuesday afternoon at Ravenhill Field.
Senior Danielle Niccoli led the way for Wilmington, netting three goals and dishing out a pair of assists. Sophomore Liz Case added a pair of goals and an assist, while sophomore Meggan Apgar and junior Eliza Burk also tallied two goals each. Senior Amber Harmon added a goal and an assist, while sophomore Molly Taylor and freshman Chelsie Maher rounded out the scoring with a goal apiece.
Freshman Corinne Dries (4-12) recorded 14 saves in net for Wilmington, who was out-shot by a 44-28 margin.
Following the game, Wilmington dropped to 3-8 in the CACC and 4-12 overall, while Philadelphia improved to 10-2 in the conference and 10-6 on the season. The Wildcats close the books on the 2011 season tomorrow evening, when they travel to take on the Griffins of Chestnut Hill College in a conference game beginning at 7:00 PM.
4/27/2011 – Chestnut Hill College
LACROSSE ENDS SEASON WITH OVERTIME LOSS AT CHESTNUT HILL
LAFAYETTE HILL, PA -- The Wildcats of Wilmington University ended the season with a 14-12 overtime loss to the host Griffins of Chestnut Hill College in Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) women’s lacrosse action on Wednesday evening at Victory Field #1.
The score was knotted at five at halftime, and the Wildcats rallied late in the second half, scoring the period’s final three goals to force overtime. It was there that Chestnut Hill pulled away, outscoring the ‘Cats by a 3-1 margin, and coming away with the 14-12 victory.
Wilmington was led by senior Danielle Niccoli, who posted five goals. Junior Eliza Burk added a pair of goals and two assists, while senior Amber Harmon chipped in with two goals. Sophomores Liz Case, Meggan Apgar, and Molly Taylor rounded out the scoring with a goal apiece.
Freshman Corinne Dries recorded 10 saves in the loss for Wilmington, who ended the season at 3-9 in the CACC and 4-13 overall.
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