Women's Lacrosse

NE10 Women's Lacrosse Report: Week 2

Franklin Pierce Duo Recognized

Week 2 - March 2, 2026


NE10 Player of the Week

Erin McIlroy, Franklin Pierce
Senior | Midfielder | Newfields, N.H.

McIlroy totaled four goals and one assist for five points, including the game-winning strike that lifted the Ravens to their first victory of the 2026 season against No. 15 Dominican (N.Y.). After the game reached double overtime, she buried her free-position attempt to seal the win. She also added one caused turnover and collected three draw controls in the effort.


NE10 Defensive Player of the Week

Alyssa Wolf, Pace
Senior | Defender | Brookhaven, N.Y.

Wolf anchored the defensive unit with four caused turnovers and three ground balls in the team’s 12-8 win over No. 20 Kutztown, consistently disrupting its offensive rhythm and generating momentum. Her defensive presence was instrumental in controlling play and limiting scoring opportunities.  


NE10 Goalkeeper of the Week

Olivia Godwin, Franklin Pierce
Sophomore | Goalkeeper | Hanson, Mass.

Godwin made four saves as part of Franklin Pierce's thrilling 11-10 double-overtime victory against No. 15 Dominican (N.Y.) on Sunday. 


NE10 Rookie of the Week

Piper Knowlton, Southern New Hampshire
Sophomore (Rookie Eligible) | Midfielder | Chester, N.H.

Knowlton scored four goals for SNHU, a team-high, in Saturday's loss to 15th-ranked Dominican (N.Y.).


Season Awards History

Player of the Week
Week 1: Maddie Schubert, Pace
Week 2: Erin McIlroy, Franklin Pierce

Defensive Player of the Week
Week 1: Sonny Lionetti, Adelphi
Week 2: Alyssa Wolf, Pace

Goalkeeper of the Week
Week 1: Elsa Branco, Pace
Week 2: Olivia Godwin, Franklin Pierce

Rookie of the Week
Week 1: Kendall Herrick, Saint Anselm
Week 2: Piper Knowlton, SNHU


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