Women's Lacrosse: Women's Lax falls to TCNJ; ends amazing season for Generals
Taylor Woods
Issue date: 5/17/06 Section: Sports
The Women's Lacrosse team's record- breaking season came to an end this weekend as they fell to the defending champions of The College of New Jersey. The 16-6 loss was not a fitting ending to one of the most successful seasons in W&L's history. The Generals advanced in the NCAA tournament for the second time in program history, won the ODAC title, placed 6 players on the all- conference team, and had a school-record 16 wins.
Amanda Strickler's contribution to the team this season has been enormous. Quarterbacking the Generals' offense, Strickler had 26 goals and 39 assists, putting her just slightly off national rankings in the points and assists categories. Many of those assists went to fellow senior Kate Lester. This Delawarian scored 39 goals in the season, putting her at the top of the team. The departure of these point-creating machines portends poorly for the Generals next year. The team was remarkably young this year, but these two attackers were vital, irreplaceable cogs in the Generals' offense.
Luckily, help arrived in the form of freshman and sophomore talent. On attack, Kelsi Robinson managed to score more points than everyone but the seniors mentioned above. Also, the small but tough attacker Christine Bender rose to national prominence through her 32 points. They were complimented by junior starter Avery Lovejoy, who also found the back of the net.
The midfield was perhaps the Generals' greatest asset. Editor and midfielder Kelly Evans followed up on an excellent sophomore year, scoring 34 points and leading the first line of midfielders. She was the junior member of the Rockbridge County crew, one which includes Strickler and sophomore defender Kelly Zwart. Next year, the Rockbridge contingent will be joined by KEvans' little sister. This transfer from Division 1 Bucknell University is likely to help replace graduating seniors Rachel Wallick and Louisa Feve on defense.
The midfield was also anchored by Long Island product Maggie Megear, a junior almost as prolific as Strickler at scoring. Megan Slosson was the lone sophomore on the first line midfield, but she emerged as a genuine threat in her first year of serious playing time. Juniors on the second midfield line - Karina Schless, Lane Earnest, and Mallory Lobisser - got an opportunity to contribute significantly this year. They will provide an unprecedented amount of experience and talent when the Generals make a run next year.
Amanda Strickler's contribution to the team this season has been enormous. Quarterbacking the Generals' offense, Strickler had 26 goals and 39 assists, putting her just slightly off national rankings in the points and assists categories. Many of those assists went to fellow senior Kate Lester. This Delawarian scored 39 goals in the season, putting her at the top of the team. The departure of these point-creating machines portends poorly for the Generals next year. The team was remarkably young this year, but these two attackers were vital, irreplaceable cogs in the Generals' offense.
Luckily, help arrived in the form of freshman and sophomore talent. On attack, Kelsi Robinson managed to score more points than everyone but the seniors mentioned above. Also, the small but tough attacker Christine Bender rose to national prominence through her 32 points. They were complimented by junior starter Avery Lovejoy, who also found the back of the net.
The midfield was perhaps the Generals' greatest asset. Editor and midfielder Kelly Evans followed up on an excellent sophomore year, scoring 34 points and leading the first line of midfielders. She was the junior member of the Rockbridge County crew, one which includes Strickler and sophomore defender Kelly Zwart. Next year, the Rockbridge contingent will be joined by KEvans' little sister. This transfer from Division 1 Bucknell University is likely to help replace graduating seniors Rachel Wallick and Louisa Feve on defense.
The midfield was also anchored by Long Island product Maggie Megear, a junior almost as prolific as Strickler at scoring. Megan Slosson was the lone sophomore on the first line midfield, but she emerged as a genuine threat in her first year of serious playing time. Juniors on the second midfield line - Karina Schless, Lane Earnest, and Mallory Lobisser - got an opportunity to contribute significantly this year. They will provide an unprecedented amount of experience and talent when the Generals make a run next year.
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