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Peters - Recap vs Babson
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Clark University CLARK UN 2-9, 0-6
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Winner Babson BABSON 7-4, 4-2
Clark University CLARK UN
2-9, 0-6
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Final
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Babson BABSON
7-4, 4-2
Winner
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Clark University CLARK UN 0 0 1 0 1
Babson BABSON 7 3 2 3 15

Game Recap: Women's Lacrosse |

Women's Lacrosse Bested on the Road at Babson

BABSON PARK, Mass. – Clark University women's lacrosse (2-9, 0-6 NEWMAC) continued its conference schedule with a trip to No. 17 Babson (7-4, 4-2 NEWMAC) on Wednesday afternoon. The Beavers used a seven-goal first quarter to pull away, ultimately finishing with a 15-1 win.

How it Happened 

  • Babson jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the first ninety seconds. Senior Elizabeth Cacciapaglia controlled the following draw to give Clark its first offensive possession, with first-year Ella Forsman making a save two minutes later on a free position shot to keep the deficit at two.

  • Following a ground ball from first-year Carys Mitchell, the Beavers prevented a clear and added two more goals to take a 4-0 advantage with 9:22 to play in the quarter.

  • Forsman made another save on a free position shot, while senior Alexandra Cacciapaglia caused two turnovers over the final nine minutes of the first. Babson added three more goals in that span to take a 7-0 lead.

  • Sophomore Paige Kemish quickly caused a turnover to start the second quarter, with Forsman scooping up the ground ball, which later led to Clark's first shot on goal by Elizabeth Cacciapaglia.

  • Following two saves from Forsman, sophomore Sydney McMonagle and first-year Jasmine Peters each added shots on goal. After another save, Babson broke through for the first time in the quarter, scoring two quick goals to extend the lead to nine.

  • Kemish scooped up a ground ball and Peters won a draw control in the final minutes, but the Beavers added one more goal to close the half up 10-0.

  • McMonagle won the opening draw of the second half, leading to a quick shot on goal by Elizabeth Cacciapaglia. Peters added another shot later in the period before scoring Clark's first goal moments later on a free position shot.

  • After some back-and-forth play, Babson added a goal with 6:22 remaining. Senior Abigail Gallagher and first-year Karah Henson each caused turnovers over the next few minutes as the third quarter ended with Babson leading 12-1.

  • Elizabeth Cacciapaglia opened the fourth with another shot on goal, adding two more later in the quarter, including one with 23 seconds remaining.

  • Babson added three goals in the period, including one with four seconds left, to secure the 15-1 win on its home field.

Inside the Box Score

  • The Cougars fired nine shots on goal, scooped 11 ground balls, and won six draw controls. 

  • Peters scored her 18th goal of the season in the contest. She ranks first on the team in goals and second on the team with 19 points this year. 

  • Forsman played 30 minutes in goal, making seven saves. Sophomore Grace Steward and senior Victoria Holden closed the game in net, combining to make three saves in that span. 

What's Next 

The Scarlet and White stay on the road, traveling to Emerson this Saturday for a 7:00 PM start under the lights.


 
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