Lehigh announces schedule for upcoming season
2/16/2006 12:00:00 AM | Women's Lacrosse
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“We added Drexel, which is a very tough team and should help prepare us to take on Notre Dame. The early portion of our schedule will give us a great sense of where we are,” explains Ota. She adds, “We’re opening at
Lehigh opens its season on Wednesday, February 22 in
“We felt as though this year in particular, that this group (of girls) could handle the very big challenge (of playing Notre Dame),” explains Ota. “That game should prepare us, both mentally and physically, so we are ready for American, who we play later in the week.”
Ota continues, “Road trips are when the team has a chance to bond and become closer as a unit. That will be a very busy week for us, because we will practice at Notre Dame, play our game and then head straight to American, so it’s a great chance for the girls to be together for a long stretch.”
The Mountain Hawks will make their way to
On Sunday, March 19, the Mountain Hawks begin a five-game homestand, taking on league foes Holy Cross and Villanova, in addition to Longwood, Davidson and Sacred Heart. On April 8, the Brown and White will embark on a four-game road swing, beginning in
Ota continues, “Generally we (Lehigh) are satisfied with where we were picked (fourth); it makes sense after where we finished in 2005. The poll was obviously reflective of the standings from a year ago.” She goes on to say, “We have full intentions of being back in the tournament this season and would like to perform at a higher level. It won’t be easy though, as Colgate brings back everyone from last year, Holy Cross has an outstanding goalie to work with and American is always tough. The league is very strong, which is good, and will make us work that much harder.”
