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From dancer to star between the pipes: Mel Rodgers’ lacrosse journey

Braijon Williams March 27, 2024

Mel Rodgers wasn’t always a lacrosse star. The tough, gritty, and disciplined person we know her as today actually started her sports career as a competitive dancer for 13 years. Rodgers' mom wanted...

Molly Green looks to score. Green caused three turnovers and scored two goals in the regular season finale. Wednesday, April 19, 2023. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Lacrosse wraps up strong regular season with 21-2 win

Lindsay April May 2, 2023

The Rowan lacrosse team finished off the regular season with a dominant 21-2 win against Montclair State on Saturday, April 29.  Senior goalkeeper Reilly Shaup started in the cage for the last...

The team celebrates postgame after a win. The Profs will look to win the NJAC Championship. Wednesday, April 19, 2023. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Lacrosse gears up for the NJAC tournament

Lindsay April April 26, 2023

With the New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) tournament creeping up on them, the Rowan Lacrosse team is using their last games of the season to prepare for the May tournament. After recently taking...

Michaela Donnelly looks to score. Donnelly was one of the 10 seniors honored in Wednesday's win. Saturday, April 15, 2023. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Lacrosse overpowers Farmingdale State on Senior Night

Lindsay April April 25, 2023

Rowan’s lacrosse team celebrated Senior Night with a 17-3 win over Farmingdale State on Wednesday, April 19. The team recognized 10 seniors in a pregame celebration with their family members.  “It...

Molly Green gets ready to pass the ball. Green recorded three goals against Susquehanna. Wednesday, March 1, 2023. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Lacrosse gets back in the win column after 18-8 win over Susquehanna

Lindsay April April 7, 2023

The Rowan lacrosse team got back on the winning track after taking down Susquehanna 18-8 in an entertaining game on Wednesday, April 5. The win improves their record to 8-3 for the season with the New...

Molly Green cradles the ball. Green recorded two goals against Drew University. Wednesday, March 1, 2023. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Women’s Lacrosse puts up nine-point victory in home opener

Lindsay April March 7, 2023

The Rowan women's lacrosse team won their second straight game 16-7 on Wednesday, March 1, as they hosted the Drew University Rangers. Rowan’s offense dominated right out of the gate with senior...

Reilly Shaup runs out onto the field. Shaup is set to be the starting goalie this season. Wednesday, March 1, 2023. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Lacrosse gets their 2023 season started on a high note

Lindsay April March 1, 2023

Rowan’s lacrosse team kicked off the 2023 season with a 16-11 victory against Ursinus College on Wednesday, Feb. 22, setting an example of how they want the rest of the year to go. “We definitely...

Reilly Shaup and Julianna Corson defend Rowan's goal. Rowan's defense have been a key aspect in their winning streak. Saturday, April 23, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Lacrosse Rides Their Winning Streak to the NJAC Championships

Matt Green May 8, 2022

After concluding the regular season with five-straight wins and finishing with a 10-7 record, the Rowan women’s lacrosse team qualified for the New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) playoffs as the...

Lacrosse celebrating after a goal. The team scores 21 goals in their victory against Kean. Saturday, April 23. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Lacrosse Comes Up Big on Senior Night

Jason Joseph April 25, 2022

On Saturday night, April 23, Rowan's lacrosse team continued to dominate on both ends of the field as they demolished the Kean University Cougars by a score of 21-6. Not only did this victory extend...

Sophia Schiavo running down the field earlier this season. Schiavo and the team has picked up two back-to-back wins this past week. Saturday, March 26, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Lacrosse Bounces Back During Crucial NJAC Matchups

Matt Green April 20, 2022

On Tuesday, April 12, a little over a week ago, Rowan women’s lacrosse fell to The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) by a final score of 21-9. It was Rowan’s first New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC)...

The Rowan Lacrosse team walking off the field earlier this season. After their meeting with TCNJ, they are 0-1 in the NJAC but 4-7 on the season. Saturday, March 26, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Lacrosse Drops First NJAC Matchup of the Season

Matt Green April 13, 2022

In a midweek battle this past Tuesday, April 12, Rowan lacrosse had their first meeting of the season with a rivaling New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) school, The College of New Jersey (TCNJ). It...

Mel Rodgers in goal in a game earlier this season. Rodgers and fellow goalie Reilly Shaup have averaged 9.30 saves per game this season. Saturday, March 26, 2022.  - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

The Duo Defending the Net for Rowan Lacrosse

Matt Green April 6, 2022

On a lacrosse field, there are multiple position groups that make up each team. Attacks, defenders and midfielders all work in unison with 11 players on the field together; however, the goalkeeper...

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