Teaneck, N.J.- Today April 8th, the FDU women's lacrosse team (1-8)(1-3 NEC) faced off against Central Connecticut State University (2-8)(1-3 NEC). The game was marked by an intense back-and-forth battle, with five ties throughout the match. Despite their efforts, the Knights were unable to secure a lead against their opponents. 

How It Happened

 

1st  

• CCSU began the game with a strong start, scoring the first three goals of the match and taking a 3-0 lead. 
• Alyssa Perez scored the first goal for the team, with an assist from Abigail McDonald. 
• Saige-Lyn Gidzinksi followed with a goal of her own, bringing the Knights within one point of CCSU's lead. 
• Karina Vélez-Corretjer tied the game at 3-3 with only 25 seconds left in the first quarter. 

2nd  

• In the second quarter, the Blue Devils scored the first two goals of the period, bringing the score to 5-3. 
• Vélez-Corretjer scored her second goal of the game, assisted by Brielle McInaw, to close the gap between the two teams. 
• Gidzinski scored her second goal of the game, with an assist from Natalie York, bringing the score to 5-5. 
• CCSU regained the lead with only 40 seconds remaining in the period. 

3rd  

• In the third quarter, Riley Eaton scored her ninth goal of the season, tying the game at 6. 
• CCSU scored two unanswered goals to take a two-goal lead. 
• Vélez-Corretjer completed a hat trick, bringing the Knights within striking distance of their opponents. 
• Perez scored her second goal of the game, tying the game once again. 
• CCSU scored the final goal of the period, taking a one-goal advantage heading into the fourth quarter. 

4th  

• In the fourth quarter, Gidzinski completed the hat trick for herself, scoring two minutes into the quarter tying the game.  
• The Blue Devils regained a two-goal advantage with two goals from Lauren Valluzzi. 
• Perez completed her hat trick, bringing the Knights within one goal of the Blue Devils  
• CCSU scored two quick goals to extend their lead to three goals. 
• McInaw scored two back-to-back goals for the Knights, giving them hope 
• The Blue Devil defense stood strong and did not let up another goal, as CCSU went on to score the final three goals of the game, resulting in a final score of 16-12. 

Up Next

The Knights continue NEC play as they face Saint Francis U (Pa.) on Wednesday, April 12th. You can tune in on NEC Front Row where the game will be broadcast live.
 

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