The Muskingum women's lacrosse team honored its three seniors on Saturday afternoon at the North Athletic Turf Field prior to their match-up against OAC opponent Ohio Northern.

Records: Muskingum (5-9 Overall, 0-5 OAC), Ohio Northern (7-6 Overall, 0-4 OAC)

Location: North Athletic Turf Field – New Concord, Ohio

Notables

• The contest marked Muskingum's 2023 Senior Day celebrations. Prior to the OAC match-up, seniors Sara Woods, Valerie Deighton, and Raiyah Johnson were honored for their contributions to the women's lacrosse program. 

How it Happened

• Both teams saw themselves tied at two at the end of the opening quarter. 
• Ohio Northern used an 8-2 second quarter to pull ahead 10-4 heading into the break.
• The Polars outscored the Muskies 8-3 in the second half to earn the 18-7 victory.

Inside the Numbers

• Muskingum was led by sophomore Riley Hudock, who tallied three goals and a team-high five draw controls.
• Freshman Maria Decaminada added two goals, while freshman Malysea Flood and sophomore Megan Lang added a goal as well. 
• Senior Raiyah Johnson and sophomore Milayna Williams had a team-best three caused turnovers. Johnson also chipped in an assist as well. 
• Freshman Kyleigh Dahlgren made eight saves in 60 minutes of work in the net for the Muskies.
• Grace Wilson led Ohio Northern with four goals.

Up Next

• Muskingum next hosts John Carroll on Saturday, April 22, to wrap up its home schedule. Game time is set for 1PM at the North Athletic Field.