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Bombers zone in on capturing conference title

From left, senior attack Nicole Borisenok runs by Utica College sophomore defenseman Keala King during a game Saturday in Higgins Stadium.

The seniors on the women’s lacrosse team have qualified for the NCAA Tournament, earned the right to host the Empire 8 Conference Championships and defeated the top team in the nation at least once during their four years on South Hill. But they are still waiting to receive the off-white T-shirt emblazoned with the words “Empire 8 Champions.”

Top scorer supplies boundless energy

Two years ago, then-women’s lacrosse Head Coach Karen Hollands needed to name an isolation play that would showcase Tracy Rivas — the Bombers’ newest freshman attacker.

Two years ago, then-women’s lacrosse Head Coach Karen Hollands needed to name an isolation play that would showcase Tracy Rivas — the Bombers’ newest freshman attacker.

South Hill squad rejuvenates offensive attack

From left, SUNY-Geneseo sophomore midfielder Emily Haggerty defends junior midfielder Nicole Dahl during the Bombers' 14-13 win against the Knights yesterday at Higgins Stadium.

The women’s lacrosse team is adjusting to a new offensive style this season that requires more creativity and risk-taking from all areas of the field.

Women’s Lacrosse: New coach looks to put Bombers over the top

From left, junior midfielder Michelle Avery cradles a pass while freshman midfielder Niki Standera waits for her turn in a drill during practice Feb. 21 at Higgins Stadium.

Equipped with a first-year coach instilling a new offensive mindset, the women’s lacrosse team is determined to take the Empire 8 Conference crown they have fallen one victory short of for the past two seasons.

Assault on the cage

Freshman attack Maya Gebhardt shoots the ball past sophomore goalie Jessica Worthman during practice Monday at Higgins Stadium. The Bombers’ attack unit has scored more than 70 percent of the team’s goals this season. JAKE LIFSCHULTZ/THE ITHACAN

The attack position requires a mix of agility, quick hands and a soft touch. It is the attack’s responsibility to execute goal-scoring opportunities the midfielders create.

Sophomore steps into new role as vocal leader

Sophomore goalie Jess Worthman makes a save during practice Friday at Higgins Stadium. Worthman recorded 56 saves and went 1–2 in goal for the Blue and Gold last season. JAMES EARL/THE ITHACAN

For the women’s lacrosse team, the season will open with a new face guarding the pipes.

Women’s lacrosse wins regular season finale

The women’s lacrosse team trounced the University of Rochester 18–5 on the road in its regular season finale today, raising its overall record to 10–5, the best in five seasons. It was the Bombers’ first win against the Yellow Jackets since 2005.


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