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5/5/08
Men’s Lacrosse Earns Bid to ECAC Tournament/5 Players earn Pilgrim League Honors
Newton, MA-The men’s lacrosse team, with an overall record of 9-6, has been selected as the thrid seed in the 2008 New England ECAC Championship. Lasell will take on number two seed Plymouth State University on Saturday, May 10th. The game will be a rematch of a March 26th game in which Lasell lost 4-6. The winner will advance to play on Sunday, May 11th. Endicott College, the number one seed, will be hosting the semi-finals and finals. Game times are still TBA.
Senior goalie Mark DeMieri (Seaford, NY) along with juniors Mike Maggio (Winchester, MA) and Matt Stambler (Bay Shore, NY) have been named to the Pilgrim League All-Conference First Team. Junior Dave Bulhoes (Billerica, Ma) and first year player Alex Engels (Weston, VT) earned a spot on the second team.
5/1/08
Men’s LAX Battles Springfield in Pilgrim League Semifinal
Springfield, MA – Senior goalkeeper Mark DeMieri (Seaford, NY) had an outstanding game in the net for the Lasers, making 20 stops in the Pilgrim League semifinal against Springfield College Wednesday night. The Lasers had trouble finding the back of the net, which was the difference in the game. At the half, Lasell was trailing 3-2 with goals from juniors Ryan Koerner (Floral Park, NY) assisted by Matt Stambler and Dave Bulhoes (Billerica, MA) which was assisted by Brian Yepez (Hillsborough, NJ). Springfield would score six goals in the second half, while Lasell only scored once when junior Derek Allan (Billerica, MA) scored an unassisted goal early in the fourth quarter resulting in a 9-3 final score.
Men’s lacrosse now has a record of 9-7 overall and a 4-4 Pilgrim League record. They are awaiting an ECAC bid which will be announced Monday May 5th.
4/26/08
Men’s LAX Falls to Clark in OT
Newton, MA – The Lasers had trouble scoring Saturday afternoon and were ultimately upset 6-5 in OT by Clark University. Goalkeeper Mark DeMieri (Seaford, NY) made 15 stops on the day. The game was scoreless at the half, and 1-1 after three periods. Both teams scored four goals in the fourth quarter and with 40 seconds left in OT, Clark found the back of the net for the win. Scoring for the lasers was freshman Sean Speciale (Hillsborough, NJ), sophomore Brandon Keith (Marston Mills, MA), and juniors Mike Maggio (Winchester, MA), Ryan Koerner (Floral Park, NY) and Dave Bulhoes (Billerica, MA). Junior Derek Allan added two assists and sophomore Brian Yepez (Hillsborough, NJ) also had an assist.
The men are now 9-5 overall and will travel to Springfield College on Wednesday for the Pilgrim League semifinals, time TBD.
4/24/08
Softball Knocked Out of GNAC Tournament
Newton, MA – The Lasers came up short in an eight inning game against St. Joseph’s College (CT) in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference preliminary round Wednesday afternoon. The Lasers had the 1-0 lead coming into the top of the seventh inning until St. Joseph’s hit a home run to tie the game and eventually send it into extra innings. In the top of the eighth inning, St. Joseph’s scored four runs and the Lasers were only able to score one run in the bottom of the eighth, losing 2-5. The five Laser hits came from junior Heather Rose (West Roxbury, MA) who had a triple, freshmen Michelle Torres (Waltham, MA) and Kirsten Mammola (N. Reading, MA), junior Tiffany Perla (Westminster, MA), and senior Laura Gallagher (Westwood, MA) who played very well in her final home game for Lasell College. Pitcher Amanda Corey (Brooklyn, NY) pitched all eight innings, striking out five and allowing seven hits.
The women’s record is now 19-20 overall and they finish 17-10 in the GNAC. They will travel to Salem State on Monday for a single 3:30 p.m. game
Lasers Fall to Norwich 11-17
Norwich , VT – The women’s lacrosse team played a very strong game on the road at Norwich University in the GNAC semi-finals, but were unable to score enough goals to advance to the GNAC finals. Lasell trailed 7-8 at the half, and the game was then delayed for over an hour due to lightening. Once the game resumed, Lasell continued to play well but they were outscored in the second half. Rookie Tina Canavan (Stonington, CT) caps off a great rookie season with six goals and one assist, followed by junior Caitlyn Murphy (Katonah, NY) who had five goals on the afternoon. Also adding assists were junior defender Cassandra Haase (Ridgewood, NJ) and rookie midfielder Chelsea Caren (Redding, CT). Rookie goalkeeper Kristin Coderre (Monson, MA) played 15 minutes and made four saves, while junior goalie Tashell Morrison (Long Island, NY) played 45 minutes and had ten saves on the day.
The Lasers finish their season 7-8 overall and 3-2 in the GNAC. This was their first year competing in the GNAC and their first appearance in the GNAC semi-finals.
Men’s Lacrosse Falls to Babson 6-10
Newton, MA-The men’s lacrosse team dropped an important Pilgrim League game yesterday to cross town rival Babson College. The score was tied 3-3 in the second period, but Babson’s offense proved too strong in the remainder of the game and the Lasers could not respond, dropping the game. This loss puts the men in third place in the Pilgrim League and they may have a second chance at Babson next Wed. in the Pilgrim League semi-finals.
The men are 4-2 in league play and 9-4 overall. They will travel to Clark University on Saturday for their final regular season game.
4/21/08
Men’s Lacrosse Sinks Mass Maritime
Newton, MA – The Lasers got off to a slow start, but turned on the offense in the second half, defeating Pilgrim League opponent Massachusetts Maritime 10-3. Senior goalkeeper Mark DeMieri (Seaford, NY) made 20 saves in the game. Scoring was junior Dave Bulhoes (Billerica, MA) who had four along with an assist, sophomore Brandon Keith (Marston Mills, MA) added three goals and four assists, sophomore Brian Yepez (Hillsborough, NJ) had two goals and junior Derek Allan (Billerica, MA) scored as well.
The men are now 9-3 overall and 4-1 in the Pilgrim League. They have a key game on Wednesday against Babson College home at 4:00 p.m.
Softball Sweeps Johnson & Wales
Newton, MA (Game #1) - The softball team rallied for five runs in the 4th inning and added four more runs in the sixth inning to cruise past Johnson & Wales 10-0 Friday Afternoon. Rookie Alexandra Shackford (Center Conway, NH) pitched a three hit shut-out, striking out four on the afternoon. Junior captain Heather Rose (West Roxbury, MA) went 2 for 3 with a double and two RBI's in the game and Tricia Culver (Northampton, MA) also had 2 hits on the afternoon.
Newton, MA (Game #2) - The Lasers had a tougher time in the second game, but ultimately came out on top with a 5-4 win. Rose continued to hit, going 2 for 4 with a stolen base and an RBI. Kerrie Starkey (Keene, NH) also had a multi-hit game, going 2 for 3. Rookie Kirsten Mammola (N. Reading, MA) pitched 5 2/3 innings, allowing six hits and four runs and junior Amanda Corey (Brooklyn, CT) finished the game on the mound striking out 3 out of the last four batters for the win.
Women’s Lacrosse Falls to Emerson
Boston, MA – The Lasers trailed 8-9 at halftime and were unable to outscore the Lions in the second half as well, losing 10-14 in the their final regular season game. Rookie Tina Canavan (Stonington, CT) led the team with seven goals. Also scoring were junior Erika McGrath (Saco, ME), sophomore Andrea Ward (Hingham, MA) and junior Caitlyn Murphy (Katonah, NY). Junior goalie Tashell Morrison (Long Island, NY) played 44 minutes and made seven saves while rookie Kristin Coderre (Monson, MA) played 15 minutes and also had seven saves.
The women are now 7-7 overall and 3-2 in the GNAC. They will travel to Norwich University on Wednesday for the GNAC quarterfinal game.
Lasers Get One From Suffolk
Newton, MA Game #1 – Suffolk edged the Lasers in game #1 in a GNAC double header 4-3. Rookie pitched Alexandra Shackford (Center Conway, NH) picked up the loss, going seven innings and striking out six. The Lasers were led at the plate by junior Heather Rose (West Roxbury, MA) who went 2 for 4.
Newton, MA Game #2 – Game #2 was a different story as the Lasers put up 15 runs on 21 hits and defeated Suffolk 15-7. Junior Tiffany Perla (Westminster, MA) went 4 for 4 with two RBI’s and three runs scored. Senior Laura Gallagher (Westwood, MA) had three hits, three RBI’s and three runs scored as well. On the mound, junior Amanda Corey (Brooklyn, CT) only needed to pitch five innings as she struck out seven and allowed five hits.
Softball Splits with Simmons; 2-7 and 11-3
Newton, MA Game #1 – In their last GNAC doubleheader of the year, the Lasers could only win one game at home against Simmons College. In the first game, junior Heather Rose (West Roxbury, MA) went 2 for 4 and junior Tiffany Perla (Westminster, MA) had a triple on the afternoon. Rookie pitcher Alexandra Shackford (Center Conway, NH) started the game, going 3 and 1/3 innings allowing six hits and five runs. Sophomore Nicole Slader (N. Smithfield, RI) finished the game, allowing just two hits.
Newton, MA Game #2 – The bats came alive in the second game with rookie Kirsten Mammola (N. Reading, MA) leading the way with two hits and two RBI’s. Perla knocked out a home run in the fourth inning and rookie Michelle Torres (Waltham, MA) also had a solid game, adding a home run for the Lasers.
The team is now 19-19 overall and will begin the GNAC tournament this week with seedings to be announced on Tuesday.
4/18/08
Women’s Lacrosse Picks Up Their Seventh Win!
Leicester, MA – Rookie Tina Canavan (Stonington, CT) and junior Caitlyn Murphy (Katonah, NY) each scored five goals in a 16-3 non-conference win Thursday afternoon over Becker College. The Lasers jumped out to an early 8-0 lead, and led 13-1 at the half. Also scoring was Chelsea Caren (Redding, CT) who had two goals and one assist while sophomore Kristen Noble (West Milford, NJ), sophomore Andrea Ward (Hingham, MA), junior Erika McGrath (Saco, ME) and senior Krystal Ortiz (Lowell, MA) each scored a goal. In the net freshman Kristin Coderre (Monson, MA) started the game, making four saves in the first half while junior Tashell Morrison (Long Island, NY) played the second half and had ten stops.
The women are now 7-6 overall and have one regular season game remaining against Emerson College away on Saturday at 12:30 p.m.
4/17/08
Men’s LAX Falls to Springfield 5-15
Springfield, MA – Senior goalkeeper Mark DeMieri (Seaford, NY) had a busy night in the net, making 20 saves and facing 55 total shots Wednesday night as the Lasers dropped their first Pilgrim League game of the season. Lasell had trouble scoring early, going down 1-8 at the half. However, in the second half they were able to get more quality shots and score four goals. Leading the scoring was junior Mike Maggio (Winchester, MA) who had 2 goals and one assist. Sophomore Brandon Keith (Marston Mills, MA), freshman Chris Bulkley (Groton, MA) and junior Ryan Koerner (Floral Park, NY) also scored.
The men are now 8-3 overall and 3-1 in the Pilgrim League. Their next game will be Saturday home at 1:00 p.m. against Mass. Maritime Academy. Saturday will also be senior day for the men’s lacrosse team.
Softball Drops Two Games to Emerson
Newton, MA (Game #1) – The Lasers were unable to drive in any runs in the first game of their GNAC doubleheader. Junior pitcher Amanda Corey (Brooklyn, NY) started the game, going four innings, striking out three and allowing four runs. Freshman Kirsten Mammola (N. Reading, MA) finished the game, allowing four hits and one more run in the 0-5 loss.
Newton, MA (Game #2) – The bats finally came alive for the Lasers in the second game as they fought their way back into the game after trailing 0-3 in the first inning, taking the 4-3 lead in the bottom of the 4th inning. However, Emerson would have a three run top of the seventh which gave them the 6-5 win. Junior Heather Rose (West Roxbury, MA) went 1 for 3 in the game with a double and junior Tiffany Perla (Westminster, MA) also played well, going 2 for three. On the mound, freshman Alexandra Shackford (Center Conway, NH) pitched six innings, allowing seven hits and striking out one.
Softball is now 15-17 overall and 13-7 in the GNAC. They will host Johnson & Wales University on Friday at 3:00 p.m. for a GNAC doubleheader.
4/16/08
Softball Splits With Rivier
Newton, MA Game #1 – Hits were hard to come by for both teams in the first leg of a softball GNAC doubleheader yesterday afternoon. On the mound for the Lasers was Amanda Corey (Brooklyn, NY) who went seven innings, allowing just one run and striking out a season high seven. The game was tied 1-1 until the bottom of the seventh inning when senior Laura Gallagher (Westwood, MA) knocked in rookie Kerrie Starkey (Keene, NH) for the winning run for the Lasers.
Newton, MA Game #2 – Rivier would come out on top of the second game, winning 3-1. Sophomore pitcher Nicole Slader (N. Smithfield, RI) started the game, pitching four innings, allowing four hits and two runs while striking out two. Rookie Alexandra Shackford (Center Conway, NH) finished the last three innings, allowing one more run on two hits. Rookie Kerrie Starkey (Keene, NH) was a big factor in the second game as well, knocking in the team’s only run in the loss while freshman Kirsten Mammola (N. Reading, MA) had a double on the afternoon.
The women are now 15-15 overall and 13-5 in the GNAC. They will host Emerson College this afternoon for a 3:30 GNAC doubleheader.
Women’s LAX Drops Game to RIC 11-10
Newton, MA – The Lasers three game winning streak came to an end yesterday afternoon as they lost a hard fought battle to Rhode Island College. After being tied 6-6 at the half, junior Caitlyn Murphy (Katonah, NY) would net two goals to give the Lasers an 8-6 lead. RIC tied the game with 18:50 remaining, followed by a goal from rookie Chelsea Caren (Redding, CT) to give Lasell College the 9-8 edge. RIC would score the next three goals to take the lead, which they would hold onto for the win. Murphy led the team in scoring with five goals and one assist and freshman Tina Canavan (Stonington, CT) added three goals and one assist. Rookie goalie Kristin Coderre (Monson, MA) had six saves in the first half and junior goalie Tashell Morrison (Long Island, NY) had three saves in the second half.
The women are now 6-6 overall and they will travel to Becker College on Thursday for a 3:00 game.
4/15/08
Maggio Named Pilgrim League Player of the Week
April 15, 2008 – Junior Mike Maggio (Winchester, MA) scored eight goals and two assists last week for the Lasers in a 2-0 week. He scored four goals against both Curry and Norwich, along with two assists in the Curry win. Maggio leads Pilgrim League total goals with 29 and also leads in goals per game with 2.9.
4/14/2008
Softball Sweeps Daniel Webster
Nashua, NH (Game #1) – Junior pitcher Amanda Corey (Brooklyn, NY) pitched a no-hitter Sunday afternoon for the Lasers, winning her seventh game of the season, striking out six batters. Senior co-captain Laura Gallagher (Westwood, MA) played very well, going 3 for 3 with 3 RBI’s and two doubles to help the Lasers win 11-0. Freshman Kelly Silvia (Vineyard Haven, MA) also went 3 for 3 with two runs scored, a stolen base and one RBI.
Nashua, NH (Game #2) – The second game of the doubleheader was more competitive and the Lasers were able to come out on top again, winning 6-3. Rookie pitcher Alexandra Shackford (Center Conway, NH) pitched six innings striking out 2 and allowing three runs while Corey finished the game pitching in the seventh inning and striking out one. Freshman Ashley Laramie (Lynn, MA) led the offense with two hits, three RBI’s and a double. Junior Tiffany Perla (Westminster, MA) went 2 for 4 with a triple in the game as well.
Softball improves to 14-14 overall and 12-4 in the GNAC. They have two make-up doubleheaders this week including Tuesday home against Rivier at 4:00 and Wednesday home against Emerson at 3:30.
Women’s LAX Dominates Pine Manor 18-4
Newton, MA – Junior Caitlyn Murphy (Katonah, NY) netted a game high five goals and two assists in a big GNAC win for the Lasers Saturday afternoon. Sophomore Andrea Ward (Hingham, MA) scored four goals and an assist, rookie Chelsea Caren (Redding, CT) scored twice and had two assists, and rookie Tina Canavan (Stonington, CT) had a goal and two assists. In the cage, freshman Kristin Coderre (Monson, MA) made three saves in the win.
The women are now 6-5 overall and 3-1 in the GNAC. Their next game will be home on Tuesday afternoon against Rhode Island College at 4:00 p.m.
Lasers Zap Norwich 15-1
Newton, MA – After a slow first quarter in which the Lasers scored only two goals, the offense woke up and dominated Norwich University for a key Pilgrim League win Saturday afternoon. Juniors Mike Maggio (Winchester, MA) and Dave Bulhoes (Billerica, MA) each scored four goals, Bulhoes also added an assist. Junior Derek Allan (Billerica, MA) found the back of the net once and chipped in three assists and rookie Keith Berliner (Oakland, NJ) scored three goals in the win. Sophomore goalie Eric Walsh (Weymouth, MA) started the game, allowed no goals and made six saves. Rookie goalie Mike Kelliher (Weymouth, MA) played the second half, making three saves and allowing one goal.
The men are now 8-2 overall and 3-0 in the Pilgrim League. This Wednesday night they head to Springfield College for a very important conference game at 7:00 p.m.
4/12/2008
Softball Over Emmanuel 5-2
Newton, MA – The Lasers finished off their double header against Emmanuel with two wins. Junior pitcher Amanda Corey (Brooklyn, NY) picked up the win, striking out a season high 11 in seven innings. Junior Heather Lynch (Warwick, RI) went 2 for 4 in the game with an RBI and freshman Kirsten Mammola (N. Reading, MA) knocked in two RBI’s, going 1 for 2 on the afternoon.
The women are now 12-4 overall and 10-4 in the GNAC.
Women’s LAX Defeats Framingham State 13-10
Newton, MA – Junior Caitlyn Murphy (Katonah, NY) netted six goals in a non-conference win over Framingham State Thursday afternoon. Also scoring were rookie Chelsea Caren (Redding, CT), freshman Tina Canavan (Stonington, CT) and junior Kendall Barreio (Ossining, NY) each scored twice and junior Erika McGrath (Saco, ME).
The women improve to 5-5 overall and 2-2 in the GNAC. Their next game will be Saturday afternoon at 3:00 p.m. home against Pine Manor College.
4/10/09
Men’s Lacrosse Wins Third Straight
Milton, MA – Junior Mike Maggio (Winchester, MA) led all players, scoring four goals along with two assists in a non-conference win at Curry College Wednesday night. The game was tied 1-1 after the first period, and 4-2 at the break. The third and fourth period was all Lasers as they outscored Curry 7-1 for an 11-3 final score. Also scoring for the Lasers was junior Dave Bulhoes (Billerica, MA) and sophomore Brandon Keith (Marston Mills, MA) who each has two goals and two assists. Junior Ryan Koerner (Floral Park, NJ), sophomore Keith Towle (Exeter, NH) and rookie Chris Bulkley (Groton, MA) also found the back of the net. In the cage, senior Mark DeMieri (Seaford, NY) had nine saves in 54 minutes, allowing just two goals.
The Lasers are now 7-2 overall and 2-0 in the Pilgrim League. They will host Norwich University on Saturday afternoon at noon.
Softball Slams Norwich
Newton, MA – The Lasers had 16 hits and 19 runs to beat Norwich University 19-2 in game #1 of their home doubleheader. Junior Heather Rose (West Roxbury, MA) went 3 for 4 with three RBI’s, while junior Tiffany Perla (Westminster, MA) knocked out her fourth home run of the season on the first pitch of the game, going 1 for 2 overall with three RBI’s and two walks. Rookie pitcher Alexandra Shackford (Center Conway, NH) pitched five innings, allowing five hits.
In the second game it was more of the same as Lasell strung together a lot of hits in the 5th and 6th innings, racking up 14 combined runs. Sophomore pitcher Nicole Slader (N. Smithfield, RI) picked up her third win of the year, striking out four. At the plate, Rose continued to shine with four RBI’s off of two hits. Rookie Kerrie Starkey (Keene, NH) went 2 for 4 including a bomb into right field for a double and freshman Michelle Torres (Waltham, MA) added two hits, an RBI and three runs scored.
Softball is now 11-14 overall and 9-4 in the GNAC. Their next game will be a single game today at 5:00 p.m. against Emmanuel College which is a make-up game from Sunday.
4/7/08
Maggio Leads the Lasers as Men’s Lacrosse Defeats Wheaton in OT!
Norton, MA – The Lasers traveled to Wheaton College for a hard fought game Sunday afternoon. Junior Mike Maggio (Winchester, MA) singlehandedly took over the game, scoring five goals including the equalizer late in the fourth quarter. He also assisted the winning goal which was scored by sophomore Brandon Keith (Marston Mills, MA) 27 seconds into OT. Also scoring was junior Derek Allen (Billerica, MA) in the third quarter. Senior goalkeeper Mark DeMieri (Seaford, NY) had 14 saves in the game.
The men improve to 6-2 overall and 2-0 in the Pilgrim League. Their next game will be at Curry College on Wednesday night at 6:00 p.m.
Softball Dominates Albertus In GNAC Doubleheader
Boston, MA – In game #1 on Saturday, Lasell racked up 14 runs on 12 hits including three home runs to defeat Albertus Magnus 14-0. Leading the offense was sophomore Tricia Culver (Northampton, MA), who went 2 for 3 with four RBI’s, a home run, a double and two runs scored. Sophomore Kelly Barden (Quincy, MA) also had a home run and a double as she went 2 for 2 with 2 RBI’s. Rookie Michelle Torres (Waltham, MA) also had a two RBI home run. Freshman pitcher Alexandra Shackford (Center Conway, MA) had four strike outs in the game and allowed just one hit.
Boston, MA – In game #2, the Lasers continued to pound the ball, finishing with 14 hits in a 17-0 rout. Kelly Barden had another solid game, going 4 for 4 with another home run and five RBI’s. Junior Tiffany Perla (Westminster, MA) went 2 for 3, with three runs scored and two RBI’s. Rookie Kelli Taylor (Medway, MA) hit a three run home run in the game as well. Junior pitcher Nicole Slader (N. Smithfield, RI) pitched the first three innings and earned the win as she allowed just one hit and struck out two. Freshman Kirsten Mammola (N. Reading, MA) finished the last two innings, allowing one hit and striking out two as well.
Norwich Defeats Lasell 19-12
Newton, MA – Women’s lacrosse dropped a GNAC game to Norwich University on Saturday afternoon on Grellier field. The Lasers started off strong scoring the first goal of the game, but Norwich’s offense proved to be too much. Junior Caitlyn Murphy (Katonah, NY) netted a team high five goals, followed by rookie Tina Canavan (Stonington, CT) who scored four goals. Also scoring for the Lasers was junior Erika McGrath (Saco, ME), junior Cassandra Haase (Ridgewood, NJ) and rookie Ariel Walmark (W. Hartford, NY). Freshman goalkeeper Kristin Coderre (Monson, MA) made 18 saves.
The women are now 3-5 overall and 2-1 in the GNAC. They will host non-conference opponent Elms College here on Tuesday at 4:00 p.m.
Softball Defeats Emmanuel 11-3
Newton, MA – The Lasers knocked in a run in the 6th inning to secure a GNAC win via the 8-run rule on Sunday afternoon. The game was played in a steady drizzle, resulting in the postponement of the second game of the doubleheader. Freshman Ashley Laramie (Lynn, MA) went 3 for 3 on the afternoon, with an RBI triple and two runs scored. Junior Tiffany Perla (Westminster, MA) continues to strike the ball well and hit another one out of the park, going 2 for 4 on the day. Pitcher Amanda Corey (Brooklyn, NY) picked up her 4th win, pitching nine innings, allowing six hits and striking out three.
The women improve to 9-11 overall and 8-2 in the GNAC. They will travel to Brandeis on Tuesday for a 3:00 p.m. non-conference game.
4/4/08
Softball Drops Two at Pine Manor
Chestnut Hill, MA Game #1 – After trailing 10-1 in the fourth inning, the softball team came storming back, scoring three runs in the fifth and six runs in the sixth but Pine Manor scored two more in the bottom of the 5th to get the 12-11 win. Junior Heather Lynch (Warwick, RI) and freshman Ashley Laramie (Lynn, MA) each hit a home run in the game, Laramie going 2 for 3 on the day and knocking in a team high four RBI’s. Junior Heather Rose (West Roxbury, MA) had three hits in four plate appearances with two runs scored and Michelle Torres (Waltham, MA) knocked in three RBI’s on a double, going 1 for 4. On the mound, junior Amanda Corey (Brooklyn, NY) pitched 2 and 2/3 innings, allowing six runs and striking out one. Sophomore Nicole Slader (N. Smithfield, RI) finished the game, allowing five hits and five earned runs.
Chestnut Hill, MA Game #2 – The bats were quiet in the second game as the Lasers dropped the game 1-2. Senior co-captain Laura Gallagher (Westwood, MA) led the offense going 2 for 3 with a triple in the game. Rookie pitcher Alexandra Shackford (Center Conway, NH) pitched the whole game, allowing six hits and striking out four.
Whelan Selected to Play in the NEISL Senior All-Star Game
April 4, 2008 – Senior midfielder Brian Whelan (Weymouth, MA) has been selected to participate in the New England Intercollegiate Soccer League Senior All-Star game. Whelan started in all 18 games last fall, scoring three goals and nine assists for the Lasers who finished the season 10-8 and made an appearance in the GNAC semi-finals. The Senior All-Star game will be held at Clark University on May 3rd at 3:00 p.m.
Baseball Wins Game
The club baseball team won their first game yesterday 15-3 against Roxbury Community College. Nick Guzman pitched the whole game, striking out 4. Matt Cermola, Connor Cavanaugh, Scott Wiggins, Pat Kennedy, Herb Chappell all had 2 hits each. The team combined for 16 hits. The men will travel to Southern Vermont College on Saturday for a double header.
4/3/08
Softball Splits with St Joseph’s, CT
Hartford, CT Game #1 – The first game of GNAC doubleheader fell in favor of St. Joseph’s 3-2 in eight innings. Lasell College’s offense was led by junior co-captain Heather Rose (West Roxbury, MA) who went 3 for 4 with two doubles and two runs scored. Rookie Michelle Torres (Waltham, MA) had two RBI’s, going 1 for 3 and rookie pitcher Alexandra Shackford (Center Conway, NH) pitched all eight innings, allowing three earned runs, six hits and four strike-outs.
Hartford, CT Game #2 – The Lasers took care of business in the second game on the day, winning 5-3. Junior Heather Lynch (Warwick, RI) led at the plate, going 3 for 3 with a double, a triple and three runs scored. Freshman Ashley Laramie (Lynn, MA) also had a good game with two hits, two RBI’s including a triple. Junior pitcher Amanda Corey (Brooklyn, NY) picked up her fourth win, allowing one earned run, five hits and striking out two.
The team is now 6-11 overall and 5-2 in the GNAC. They will travel to Pine Manor College today for a 3:30 doubleheader.
4/2/08
Softball Wins Third Straight
Newton, MA – Despite only producing one base hit in the game, the Lasers were able to defeat UMass Boston 7-1 Tuesday afternoon at home on Taylor field. The hit came from rookie Michelle Torres (Waltham, MA) in the sixth inning. The big factor in the game was UMass Boston pitcher Courtney Haroules (Littleton, MA) who faced 21 batters, walking 11 and also had six wild pitches which led to most of Lasell’s runs.
The starting pitcher for the Lasers was sophomore Nicole Slader (N. Smithfield, MA) who pitched 2 and 1/3 innings, striking out two and allowing three hits before she left the game after she was hit in the leg by a line drive. Junior pitcher Amanda Corey (Brooklyn, NY) stepped in and finished the last 4 and 2/3 innings, striking out five and allowing three hits.
Softball improves to 5-10 overall and will travel to St. Joseph’s CT this afternoon for a 3:00 p.m. GNAC doubleheader.
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