Saint Francis women’s lacrosse secured their third consecutive win, defeating Howard 14-3 and marking their second straight victory in the Northeast Conference (NEC). Chyler Espino achieved a personal milestone, becoming the fourth player in program history to reach 100 career ground balls. Brooke Lacey emerged as the top scorer with four goals and one assist, while Samantha Hewitt contributed significantly with two goals and two assists. The Red Flash dominated the match early, establishing a strong 6-0 lead within the first 20 minutes.
By the Numbers
- Saint Francis recorded a season-high 41 ground balls and 19 caused turnovers.
- Brooke Lacey’s performance accounted for four of the team’s 14 goals, marking her fourth hat trick of the season.
State of Play
- Saint Francis is currently ranked fifth in the NEC with a 3-3 record.
- The team has now won consecutive games against FDU and Howard.
What’s Next
The Red Flash will face Delaware State on Saturday, April 12 at DeGol Field, with senior honors set to take place at 12:30 p.m. before the game.
Bottom Line
The victory illustrates Saint Francis’ rising performance, underscoring Lacey’s offensive impact and Espino’s milestone as pivotal successes that could drive the team’s momentum in the NEC moving forward.