Niagara's women's lacrosse team secured a thrilling victory against Canisius, winning 12-11 in a closely contested matchup. Maddy Gill led the charge with four goals, enabling the Purple Eagles to improve to 5-7 overall and 4-0 in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC). The game featured several lead changes, with both teams trading goals throughout. Despite Canisius holding the lead at multiple points, Niagara's resilience paid off as they scored crucial goals in the final minutes to seal the win.

By the Numbers
  • Niagara outscored Canisius 7-3 in the second quarter to take a halftime lead.
  • Maddy Gill achieved a season-high of 4 goals, while Olivia Ng recorded a hat-trick for the second consecutive game.
Yes, But

Canisius had opportunities to extend their lead, particularly with multiple scorer on power plays, but were unable to close the game strong, ultimately running out of time to capitalize on chances.

State of Play
  • Niagara moves into a strong position in the MAAC standings at 4-0.
  • Canisius falls to 2-2 in the conference, reflecting their struggle in closely contested games.
What's Next

Niagara is set to face Rider on April 4, aiming to maintain their winning streak and strong conference performance. The outcome of this game could significantly impact their playoff positioning.

Bottom Line

Niagara's victory underscores their competitive spirit and determination in the MAAC, while shedding light on Canisius's need to refine their closing strategies to secure wins in tight games.