New Haven, CT- The Dean College women's lacrosse team took another strong victory over Albertus Magus College by a final score of 17-2. With the win, Dean advances to 8-5 (5-3) on the year, while the Falcons move to 0-12 (0-8).

The Bulldogs wasted no time asserting control, scoring eight unanswered goals in the first quarter. Natalie Peterson (Hudson, MA) opened the scoring with a free-position goal at 13:06, followed by unassisted goals from Peterson and Alisha Caldeira (West Bridgewater, MA). Haley Gaunt (Johnston, RI) added two goals, and Nina Medeiros (Fairhaven, MA) contributed one, and Allie Stockwell (Burrillville, RI) added one to give Dean an 8-0 lead by the end of the first quarter. 

In the second quarter, Dean continued their offensive onslaught with three more goals, including a free-position goal by Peterson and a goal from Caroline Ramsey (Shreveport, LA). The Bulldogs' defense remained impenetrable, preventing Albertus Magnus from scoring and maintaining a commanding 11-0 lead at halftime. Goalkeeper Shea Cassani (Belgrade, ME) played a pivotal role, recording multiple saves and contributing to the team's defensive prowess. 

The third quarter saw Albertus Magnus finally get on the scoreboard with a goal from Alexys Signor. Dean responded swiftly, with Peterson scoring her fifth goal of the game and Mock adding another, extending the Bulldogs' lead to 13-1. The Bulldogs' offense remained relentless, and their defense continued to stifle any attempts by Albertus Magnus to gain momentum.

In the final quarter, Dean added four more goals to their tally, including contributions from Emma Mock (Tunkhannock, PA), Stockwell, and Caldeira. Aline Flores (Central Falls, RI) also scored the first goal of her career during this stretch. Albertus Magnus managed one more goal from Moira O'Brien, but it was not enough to close the gap. The Bulldogs' comprehensive performance in all facets of the game secured them a decisive 17-2 victory, improving their record to 8-5 overall and 5-3 in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC).

Offensively, Peterson led the way for the Bulldogs, scoring six points (5G, 1A). Medeiros, Gaunt, and Stockwell were right behind, recording four points each. Four additional players recorded one point each for the Bulldogs. Cassani finished the day with the win in goal. 

The Bulldogs return home this Wednesday, April 16th, at 3:00PM, hosting Johnson & Wales University (RI) in another crucial GNAC matchup.