The UMass Lowell River Hawks women's lacrosse team suffered a significant defeat against the Dartmouth Big Green, losing 23-5 in their final nonconference match. Sophomore Coco Clopton achieved her first multipoint game, contributing one goal and one assist. Despite a strong defensive start, the River Hawks fell behind quickly as Dartmouth scored multiple goals throughout the match. Key contributions included goals from Kaitlynn Anderson and Ava Howell, but the River Hawks struggled to find consistent offense.

By the Numbers
  • Dartmouth outscored UMass Lowell, 23-5, with 18 goals in the second half.
  • Seven River Hawks recorded at least one point, with Clopton, Anderson, and Howell among the scorers.
Yes, But

While UMass Lowell's early defensive efforts were promising, the inability to maintain pressure allowed Dartmouth to dominate the game. The River Hawks also struggled to capitalize on scoring opportunities compared to their opponent.

State of Play
  • This match represents UMass Lowell's last nonconference game, ending their nonconference schedule with a record of 5-9.
  • Dartmouth improved to a 7-6 overall record with this victory.
What's Next

UMass Lowell will shift focus to conference play, facing the New Hampshire Wildcats on April 18, with the aim to bounce back from this defeat.

Bottom Line

The River Hawks need to regroup and refine their offensive strategies as they enter America East competition, leveraging their players' potential to improve their performance in upcoming matches.