Mercy University Women's Lacrosse freshman Ava Franco has been named ECC Women's Lacrosse Rookie of the Week for the third time this season. Franco led her team with nine points, including four goals and five assists, as Mercy went 1-1 on the week. Teammates Emily Marino, Ashlinn Kelly, and Jessica Grzelaczyk also received accolades, earning spots on the Honor Roll for Week Nine. This marks a strong performance across the team, showcasing their offensive and defensive skills. Mercy will host D'Youville on Saturday for Senior Day.

By the Numbers
  • Ava Franco: 9 points (4 goals, 5 assists) in the week.
  • Emily Marino: 4 caused turnovers, 1 ground ball during the week.
  • Jessica Grzelaczyk: 8 points (5 goals, 3 assists) in the week.
State of Play
  • Franco's performance marks her third Rookie of the Week award this season.
  • Mercy has accumulated a total of 32 awards during the current season.
What's Next

The Mavericks are set to face D'Youville on Saturday at 11 a.m., providing an opportunity to honor the team's seniors.

Bottom Line

Mercy University's women's lacrosse program is on a strong trajectory, highlighted by individual player achievements and teamwork, emphasizing both their offensive prowess and defensive strategies as they approach key matchups.