The Fort Lewis College women鈥檚 lacrosse team gears up for its final home games against No. 18 Regis University and UCCS this week. After recent losses to Westminster (20-8) and Colorado Mesa (15-2), the Skyhawks aim to regroup. Regis enters the matchup with a 7-4 record and a potent offense, having defeated Fort Lewis 18-1 last month. UCCS comes in with a 5-5 record, facing Fort Lewis after a previous 22-7 defeat. The coming games are crucial as the team seeks to finish the season strong on their home turf.

By the Numbers
  • Fort Lewis lost to Westminster, 20-8; shots 41-18.
  • Against Colorado Mesa, Fort Lewis lost 15-2; shots 44-13, with 28 turnovers.
State of Play
  • Fort Lewis' defense ranks fourth in the conference for ground balls per game (23.00).
  • Senior Sydney Tannaci leads the RMAC in ground balls per game (4.00).
What's Next

Looking ahead, Fort Lewis must leverage its defensive strengths against the high-powered offenses of Regis and UCCS. The outcome of these matches will significantly impact their season's momentum and morale. A strong performance could provide vital momentum heading into the remaining schedule.

Bottom Line

The Skyhawks must capitalize on their defensive strength and correct previous turnovers to have a chance against formidable opponents. This week鈥檚 games are pivotal; a show of resilience could be the key to a successful close to the season.