UMass Lowell women's lacrosse concluded the season with five players earning All-Conference honors, showcasing their impressive performance. Senior Grace Lydon made the All-Conference Second Team, while redshirt freshman Chiara Pompei and freshman Brienne Brezynskie were recognized on the All-Rookie Team. Juniors Claire Fader and Bronwyn Hilbert secured spots on the All-Academic Team. Head Coach Lisa Miller praised their contributions on the field, especially their resilience amidst injuries. Lydon led the team in goals, and both Pompei and Brezynskie made significant impacts in their rookie campaigns.

By the Numbers
  • Grace Lydon scored a team-leading 26 goals with 13 assists for a total of 39 points.
  • Chiara Pompei scored 19 goals, ranking fifth on the team, and had an overtime winner against UMBC.
  • Breyzynskie tallied 14 goals and nine assists in her freshman season.
  • Claire Fader and Bronwyn Hilbert both achieved a 3.96 GPA as engineering majors.
State of Play
  • The women's lacrosse program at UMass Lowell showed strong individual performances despite team challenges.
  • The players recognized have excelled both academically and athletically, setting a high standard for future teams.
What's Next

The River Hawks will look to build on this season's achievements as they prepare for the 2027 season, aiming to enhance their competitiveness and develop incoming athletes. Retaining strong performers like Lydon and future contributions from talented rookies will be crucial.

Bottom Line

UMass Lowell's recognition of five athletes highlights the importance of blending academic success with athletic performance, laying a foundation for continued growth and success in the future. Their resilience amidst adversity sets an example for upcoming seasons.