WORCESTER, Mass. – Clark University Head Women's Lacrosse Coach Ashley Chagnon announced today that she will be departing from Clark following four seasons at the helm. 

"Leaving Clark is an incredibly difficult decision because of the people and relationships that have made this experience so meaningful," said Chagnon. "I'm incredibly proud of what we have built together within the women's lacrosse program and grateful to every student-athlete, coach, colleague, alum, parent, and supporter who has been part of this journey. I'm excited to see the program and the people who make it so special continue to grow and succeed."

"We are incredibly grateful to Ashley for her leadership, dedication and commitment to our student-athletes and our program," said Director of Athletics and Recreation Trish Cronin. "During her time here, she made a tremendous impact both on and off the field, and we are proud of all that she accomplished. We wish Ashley and her family nothing but the best as she begins her next chapter."

Chagnon just completed her fourth season at the helm in the 2026, she served as the team's Interim Head Coach during the 2023 campaign before taking over as the Head Coach in the 2024 season.

In 2025, women's lacrosse secured conference wins over Wellesley, Mount Holyoke, and Emerson. Annie Battle earned a NEWMAC defensive player of the week award, finishing the season as the program leader in career saves. Erin Lucas also earned a NEWMAC offensive player of the week award, earning a USA Lacrosse DIII player of the week award as well. In addition, seven players were named to the NEWMAC All-Academic team at the conclusion of the season.

The scarlet and white tallied seven victories and a program high three NEWMAC wins in 2024. The Cougars topped Wellesley, Emerson, and Mount Holyoke in NEWMAC action. Elizabeth Liakos posted a career year, tallying 42 goals and 13 assists. Sophie Didier (28) and Erin Lucas (26) also recorded north of 25 points on the season. Clark led the league in player-down goals per game (.53) and ground balls per contest (20.47).

In Chagnon's first season at the helm in 2023, the Cougars won five games and posted a 4-4 record at home, including NEWMAC wins over Emerson and Mount Holyoke. Offensively, the team saw four players score over 20 points, including Elizabeth Liakos (36) and Kiley Simmons (35) who each tallied north of 30 points. The Cougars were ranked second in the conference in ground balls per game (21.93) and fourth in caused turnovers per contest (9.47).

Prior to Clark, Stevens spent six years as the head coach at King's College and Intramural Director. Stevens has also coached at Green Mountain College (2014-2016) and was an assistant at Randolph College for a season. She graduated from Randolph in 2013 with a degree in Sports and Exercise Studies, while being a four-year starter in both lacrosse and soccer.