Sports Articles
LACROSSE
2020
Game Over
An Early End to a Great Season
October 1, 2020
For Division I Women’s Lacrosse, the unprecedented cancellation of college sports due to the COVID pandemic marked An Early End to a Great Season. One month into the 2020 season, top teams were playing competitive schedules to go after a National Championship when everything came to an abrupt end – Game Over.
By Leigh Ernst Friestedt
TENNIS
2019
If Men Can Take Off Their Shirts - Why Can't Women?
The Double-Standard in Women's Sports
February 6, 2019
The inherent beleif that women need to be “ladylike” creates a double-standard that contradicts the image of being a strong athlete. Gender stereotypes create invisible barriers that are difficult to identify and combat, but explain why there are a different set of rules for women. The Alize Cornet “Unportsmanlike” code violation and Serena Williams catsuit ban exemplify the double-standard women face on and off the court.
By Leigh Ernst Friestedt
LACROSSE
2019
National Champions
Maryland Women's Lacrosse
Oct. 9, 2019
Maryland Women’s Lacrosse defeated Boston College to capture the program’s 14th NCAA title – an unprecedented record of excellence. Under Head Coach, Cathy Reese, Maryland has won five National Championships with top players: Megan Taylor (Goalie – Tewaaraton Award), Ken Giles (Midfield), Julia Braig (Defense) and Caroline Steele (Attack) – leading the senior class to win the 2019 NCAA title.
By Leigh Ernst Friestedt
One Game
Boston College Women's Lacrosse
May 24, 2019
For the third consecutive year, Boston College (“BC”) advanced to the NCAA Women’s Lacrosse Final Four. Under Head Coach, Acacia Walker-Weinstein, BC is focused on one game heading into the semi-finals against UNC. BC features three of the top players in women’s lacrosse history: Sam Apuzzo, Kenzie Kent and Dempsey Arsenault, who are determined to continue their legacy with BC’s first NCAA title.
By Leigh Ernst Friestedt
Top Freshmen
Division I Women's Lacrosse
April 6, 2019
Gone are the days when Freshmen ride the bench, waiting for a chance to play behind upperclassmen. These Top Freshmen are elite athletes who can handle the physical and mental demands of playing for top Division I programs: Molly Dougherty (JMU), Taylor Moreno (UNC), Grace Griffin (Maryland), Jamie Ortega (UNC), Zoe Belodeau (Penn), Charlotte North (Duke), Kyla Sears (Princeton), Shannon Kavanagh (Florida), Paige Petty (VA Tech).
By Leigh Ernst Friestedt
Game Day - Gators
Florida (11) vs Stony Brook (10)
March 23, 2019
#16 Florida defeated #17 Stony Brook 11-10 in a hard fought game between two talented teams. Both the Gators and Seawolves lost close games against top ranked opponents coming into Saturday’s matchup and left everything out on the field as they head into conference play for the second half of their seasons.
By Leigh Ernst Friestedt
Game Day - Own It
Penn (10) vs Duke (9)
March 16, 2019
Penn defeated Duke 10-9 on Franklin Field for alumnae weekend. Zoe Belodeau scored Penn’s game winning goal off a great pass from Freshman, Taylyn Standler. Duke’s leading scorer, Charlotte North, scored four goals but the Blue Devils came up short on a last break down field. With Penn’s only loss coming to Maryland this season, Penn advanced to a 7-1 record and #6 national ranking.
By Leigh Ernst Friestedt
Overtime
Maryland (13) vs UNC (12) OT
March 6, 2019
#2 Maryland defeated #3 UNC 13-12 in overtime at Capital One Field in front of 3,696 fans. The intense rivalry between Maryland and UNC was in full force with both teams having an opportunity to win. After suffering an injury to her left knee, Caroline Steele returned to the game and scored the winning goal in overtime to extend the Terps home winning streak to 79 games.
By Leigh Ernst Friestedt
A New Era of Lacrosse Under Coach - John Sung
VA Tech Women's Lacrosse
February 12, 2019
Under Head Coach, John Sung, a new era of lacrosse is emerging at Virgina Tech. Entering his third season, the Virginia Tech Women’s Lacrosse Team had a record-breaking 2018 season and is poised for greatness heading into their game against defending NCAA Champions, JMU.
By Leigh Ernst Friestedt and Charlie Fix
LACROSSE
2018
We Are JMU
2018 Women's Lacrosse National Champions
July 5, 2018
JMU (16) vs Boston College (15)
James Madison University (“JMU”) defeated Boston College 16-15 to capture its first NCAA Women’s Lacrosse Championship. The Dukes’ Road to the Final Four was the classic underdog story – a long shot, the team’s success was the culmination of 50-years of hard work, perseverance and a will to win.
By Leigh Ernst Friestedt and Ellie Majure
Boston College Upsets #1 Maryland
2018 NCAA Women's Lacrosse Final Four
May 25, 2018
BC (15) vs Maryland (13)
Boston College (“BC”) defeated #1 Maryland in the Final Four to advance to the NCAA Women’s Lacrosse Championship Game against JMU. The victory marks the first time Boston College defeated Maryland in program history.
By Ellie Majure
NCAA Women's Lacrosse Final Four
Maryland vs Boston College - Pregame
May 24, 2018
Maryland – 2017 NCAA Women’s Lacrosse Champion – will face off against Boston College (“BC”) in the 2018 Final Four. Ranked #1, Maryland is looking to capture its 2nd consecutive and 14th NCAA title but will need to beat a tough BC opponent. The two teams met in the 2017 NCAA Finals.
By Leigh Ernst Friestedt
Stony Brook
The Road to a National Championship
May 15, 2018
Stony Brook is on a mission to make its first Final Four appearance and win a National Championship. The Seawolves mission began six-years ago when Joe Spallina took over as head coach. Under his leadership the program has developed into a powerhouse for women’s lacrosse with Kylie Ohlmiller and Courtney Murphy breaking NCAA records.
By Leigh Ernst Friestedt
#1 Maryland Terps
The Road to Repeat as NCAA Champions
Feb 11, 2018
2017 NCAA Women’s Lacrosse Champions – Maryland Terps open their 2018 season with a decisive win against William & Mary. Top players to watch for Maryland include: Megan Whittle, Caroline Steele and Freshman, Grace Griffin on attack; Jen Giles and Louiseville transfer, Meghan Siverson, in the midfield; Julia Braig will anchor the defense with Goalie, Megan Taylor.
By Leigh Ernst Friestedt
Boston College
Back for her Final Year - Kenzie Kent
Feb 11, 2018
Boston College is ready to make another run at the NCAA title but will need to wait for Kenzie Kent, Outstanding Player for the 2017 Women’s Lacrosse Championship Game against Maryland, to complete her ice hockey season before returning to the lacrosse field. Update – Kenzie Kent decided to redshirt her senior year and will return to lacrosse in 2019.
By Leigh Ernst Friestedt
Stony Brook
The Road to the Final Four
Feb 16, 2018
Stony Brook opened the 2018 season with a big win against #5 ranked USC. Top players to watch this season are: Courtney Murphy, who is back in action after a knee injury in 2017, Kylie Ohlmiller and her sister Taryn Ohlmiller on attack. The Seawolves defense is led by Brooke Gubitosi and Carolyn Carrera.
By Leigh Ernst Friestedt