The Manhattan Jaspers women's lacrosse team opened its MAAC schedule with a tough 18-3 loss to the Canisius Golden Griffins. The Jaspers struggled to score, trailing 10-0 at halftime. Despite a brief resurgence with two early goals in the second half, Canisius dominated the game. Lauren Maher was the standout player for Manhattan, scoring two goals. This match marked the Jaspers' ninth loss of the season, with their next game set for March 25 against Rider.

By the Numbers
  • Canisius outscored Manhattan 18-3, improving to 7-2 overall.
  • Manhattan's Lauren Maher scored 2 goals, bringing her season total to 10.
  • Sophie Pasnak made 11 saves as the Jaspers' goalkeeper.
State of Play
  • Manhattan is now 1-9 overall and 0-1 in conference play after the loss.
  • The Jaspers will play their next game against Rider on March 25.
What's Next

The Jaspers will look to bounce back against Rider, aiming for their first conference win. Consistency in scoring and defense will be crucial for their success moving forward in the MAAC schedule.

Bottom Line

This loss emphasizes the need for Manhattan to strengthen its offense and capitalize on scoring opportunities if they hope to compete effectively in future games.