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"I don't ever regret making that decision." - Photo via Rowan Athletics

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...

Elaina Corson cradles the ball. Corson scored four goals and had three assists in Saturday's win. Saturday, April 15, 2023. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Lacrosse hangs 22 goals in victory over Ramapo

Sam Prince April 19, 2023

The Rowan lacrosse team absolutely dominated against Ramapo College in their first NJAC game of the year, taking down the Roadrunners by a score of 22-1 on Saturday, April 15. The victory improved...

Hannah Lombardo cradles the ball. Lombardo is one of the team's captains. Wednesday, March 1, 2023. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Team chemistry guides Rowan Lacrosse to successful first half of the season

Lindsay April April 5, 2023

The Rowan lacrosse team is looking to bounce back after suffering a 15-13 loss against Christopher Newport on Saturday, April 1. Although the team is coming off of a close loss, their 7-3 record has...

Eliana and Julianna Corson get ready for a game. The sisters recorded 11 goals in their two games over spring break. Wednesday, March 1, 2023. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Sisterly love is paving the way for Rowan Lacrosse

Lindsay April March 22, 2023

While everyone was away on spring break, the Rowan lacrosse team picked up a few wins after beating Clarkson 21-14 on March 15, and Western New England 19-9 on March 17, to improve their record to 4-2...

Several Rowan athletes stand together at the NJAC Awards Brunch after accepting the NJAC Cup on Rowan's behalf, the league's all-sport award for overall success. This was the fourth time in five years that Rowan was awarded the cup. June 12, 2022 - Photo / Rowan Athletics

Editorial: Rowan is the most dominant school in the state

The Whit Staff March 8, 2023

When you think of the most dominant athletic program in the state of New Jersey, you may think of Division I programs. But, if you look closely at every college in the Garden State, there is a Division...

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...

Elise Cohan with control of the ball. Cohan is averaging four goals per game this season. - Saturday, April 23, 2022. Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Lacrosse Continues Their Hot Streak Against Stockton

Matt Green April 27, 2022

During the most important part of the season, Rowan women’s lacrosse is on a roll. After going 4-7 to start the season, the Profs have won four straight games and sit at 4-1 in the New Jersey Athletic...

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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