The Holy Cross women’s lacrosse team was defeated by Bucknell 14-13 in the quarterfinal round of the Patriot League Tournament at Christy Mathewson-Memorial Stadium, according to an April 26 announcement. With this result, Bucknell advances to face Navy in the semifinals, while Holy Cross concludes its season with a record of 7-10.
This game marked the end of the Crusaders’ season and included several record-breaking performances. Senior Racheli Levy-Smith set a new Patriot League Tournament single-game record with 21 draw controls, surpassing the previous mark of 18. Levy-Smith also broke her own school single-season record for draw controls, finishing with 191.
During the match, Holy Cross overcame an early deficit and led by three goals midway through the second quarter. After Bucknell tied it up at halftime, junior Annabel Brennan scored early in the third quarter to put Holy Cross ahead again. However, Bucknell responded with seven consecutive goals before Holy Cross rallied late but ultimately fell short.
Brennan and sophomore Hadley Cepiel each recorded four points on three goals and one assist for Holy Cross. Junior Kate Avitabile added five points on a goal and four assists, setting a new school single-season assist record with 53. Senior Mackenzie Creagh made seven saves in goal for the Crusaders.
Bucknell was led by Megan Krestinski’s three goals and one assist during their victory. The Crusaders’ season is now complete.
