Monks Dominate Rivier, Melanson Hits 200 Points in Victory
Saint Joseph's College secured its ninth consecutive victory, defeating Rivier University 15-7 in a GNAC women鈥檚 lacrosse matchup. The Monks dominated early, leading 5-1 at the end of the first quarter, and maintained their advantage throughout the game. Senior Celia Melanson reached a career milestone by becoming the ninth player in the program鈥檚 history to attain 200 career points, with 133 assists and 71 goals.
By the Numbers- Saint Joseph's shot 34 times compared to Rivier's 16.
- Celia Melanson leads NCAA DIII in assists per game at 3.92.
- Saint Joseph's has a 10-3 overall record and remains undefeated in the GNAC at 9-0.
- The Monks have a historic 14-2 record against Rivier University, including six straight wins.
The Monks are set to host Norwich University on April 10 in their next GNAC matchup, looking to extend their impressive winning streak further.
Bottom LineSaint Joseph's is on a roll, driven by both a potent offense and a significant defensive strategy, positioning them as a strong contender in the GNAC with crucial upcoming games ahead.
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