A SHOWDOWN OF PURPOSE, POWER, AND PURE DETERMINATION: WOMEN’S LACROSSE
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MARCH 7 2026 AT 1:26 PM
WOMEN’S LACROSSE VS. LYCOMING COLLEGE — A CLASH OF WILL, HEART, AND UNBREAKABLE DRIVE
Montclair, NJ — The Montclair State University Women’s Lacrosse team is charging into Williamsport, PA with unwavering conviction and a mission that cannot be denied. On Thursday evening, the Red Hawks step onto UPMC Field not merely to compete, but to assert their strength, reclaim momentum, and seize the victory they know they are capable of earning.
This is more than a road game. This is a declaration of intent.
GAME INFO — CLAIM THE MOMENT
- First Draw: 5:00 p.m. at UPMC Field
- Live Coverage: Available at montclairathletics.com
Every second of this matchup is an opportunity for Montclair to demonstrate precision, resilience, and the relentless spirit that defines them.
LAST TIME OUT — A BATTLE THAT REVEALED THEIR FIRE
Montclair’s previous contest against #23 Ithaca on February 21 was a showcase of grit, speed, and fearless execution. The Red Hawks fought with heart, pushing the Bombers to the brink in a narrow 11–10 finish that proved one thing beyond doubt:
Montclair is a force that refuses to back down.
From the opening whistle, the Red Hawks attacked with purpose.
- AMRA LUKOVIC and NORAH MONAGHAN fired off shots within the first minute, setting an immediate tone of aggression.
- Monaghan struck first at 13:13, followed by KYRA MORENA, building a confident 2–0 lead.
- Goalkeeper JOEY GROTKOPF delivered clutch saves that kept Montclair in command early.
- Monaghan’s free-position goal extended the advantage to 3–0, reinforcing Montclair’s dominance in the opening quarter.
Even when adversity appeared — including a yellow card early in the second — the Red Hawks refused to yield.
- Lukovic turned a turnover into a blazing man-down goal, sprinting the length of the field with unstoppable determination.
- Morena and Monaghan continued to connect with precision, pushing the lead to 6–2 before halftime.
Ithaca rallied in the third, tying the game, but Montclair answered with poise.
- Morena won a critical draw and fed SEK to reclaim the lead.
- LEXI ROBINSON opened the fourth with a powerful equalizer.
- Lukovic delivered back-to-back goals to surge ahead 10–9.
Grotkopf’s late-game saves were heroic, anchoring the defense as the clock wound down. Though Ithaca managed a final push, Montclair’s performance radiated resilience, unity, and the unmistakable promise of what this team is capable of achieving.
This was not a loss — it was a warning shot to every opponent ahead.
SCOUTING LYCOMING — KNOW THE CHALLENGE, OWN THE OUTCOME
Lycoming enters this matchup at 2–2, riding a two-game winning streak fueled by explosive offense. They’ve outscored their last two opponents 37–12, showcasing firepower but also revealing vulnerabilities Montclair is fully equipped to exploit.
Last season, Lycoming finished 8–8 and missed the Landmark Conference tournament. The 2026 preseason poll places them tied for seventh — a clear indicator that while they are competitive, they are not untouchable.
Montclair has the discipline, speed, and strategic edge to disrupt their rhythm and dictate the pace from the first draw to the final whistle.
SERIES HISTORY — A LEGACY OF RED HAWK RESOLVE
This matchup marks the ninth meeting between the programs. Montclair has claimed three of the last four contests, proving they have both the historical edge and the competitive mindset to rise again.
✨ THE MESSAGE IS CLEAR
Montclair State steps onto that field with purpose. With confidence. With the unshakable belief that they are built for this moment.
Every pass, every draw, every sprint is a chance to assert their identity: A team of power. A team of unity. A team that refuses to be overlooked.
Thursday night is not just another game. It is an opportunity to rise, to dominate, and to claim the victory that is within their grasp.
The Red Hawks are ready. The stage is set.
SOURCE CREDIT: https://montclairathletics.com/news
