The Saint Michael's College women's lacrosse team ended their season with a 16-11 loss to Bentley University, finishing with a record of 5-12 overall and 3-6 in the NE10 Conference. Despite a strong performance from junior Ginnie Hamilton, who scored 6 goals, the team was unable to secure a win that would have qualified them for the NE10 Championship. Bentley's offense, led by Caitlin Keenan with 1 goal and 5 assists, proved too strong in critical moments, establishing an early lead and maintaining control throughout. Key stats from the match highlight Saint Michael's struggles, despite several individual achievements throughout the season.

By the Numbers
  • Saint Michael's scored 4 goals in the last 1:26 of the game, narrowing the gap from 15-7 to 15-11.
  • Hamilton recorded a school record of 83 draw controls this season, while Conover set marks for 62 points and 40 goals鈥攂oth the highest since 2008.
State of Play
  • Saint Michael's finishes the season tied for seventh place in the NE10 Conference but loses the tiebreaker to Southern New Hampshire University.
  • Individual players, like Conover and Hamilton, achieved notable milestones, with Conover's 62 points being the fourth-highest in program history.
What's Next

With the season concluded, the team will focus on recruitment and player development for the upcoming year, aiming to build on individual accomplishments and improve their standing in the NE10 Conference. Retaining key players will be crucial for future success.

Bottom Line

The loss serves as a pivotal moment for Saint Michael's, emphasizing the need for improvement while recognizing individual achievements that can lay the groundwork for future seasons. Continued focus on player development and team cohesion will be essential in the quest for NE10 success.