It has been an eventful few weeks for the Adelphi women's lacrosse team! This past weekend, the Panthers competed in their first fall ball tournament at Lehigh University in Pennsylvania.
2.5 hours on the bus to Lehigh University, the girls jammed out to Avril Lavigne
Being the only Division II team participating in the tournament, the Panthers were looking forward to some great DI competition. Playing three full running-time games, they played Temple, Saint Joseph's and hosting team Lehigh.
In their first game against Temple, the Panthers looked like they needed some work. They looked tired in the beginning and were turning over the ball too much to keep up with Temple's fast paced offense. But with no lack in hustle, they were able to stay tied with the Division I team until the very end, ending at 6-6.
Coach Rob Grella giving the girls some feedback after their first game.
As the day continued, the girls seemed to loosen up and play better. Northeast-10 Rookie of the Year Rachel O'Brien led the attack along with All-American Devan Crimi. Running a free-lance offense, the girls kept their feet moving and moved off ball every time they had a possession.
On the defensive end, backer Lauren Janelli kept the unit together. The Panthers are notorious for a impenetrable zone defense, where there is one defender running at the girl with the ball and a backer (Janelli) to pick off passes.
Their first tournament with the 2014 team, the girls were happy to learn how some of their teammates played in a real game. Going home with no losses, the Panthers considered the tournament a good day and an even better growing experience.
The Panthers after their tournament at Lehigh University
Up next for the Panthers is the HEADstrong Tournament, held at Hofstra University in Hempstead. For more about Nick Colleluori's story and the foundation that has tried tirelessly to spread the word about blood cancer, click here.
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