Recap
Junior Miranda Smith scored five goals for the Nichols College women's lacrosse team, which was defeated by Curry College 19-9 in Commonwealth Coast Conference (CCC) action at Vendetti Field.
 
Senior Kirsten Sullivan added a pair of goals for the Bison (2-11, 0-7 CCC), who saw sophomore Lizz McKinnon win eight draw controls. Curry was led by Allie Wysocki and Leona Stevens with four goals apiece while Abby Dubel and Katie Parker each scored three times.
 
Nichols led 5-4 in the first half following a goal from Smith at 13:13. The Colonels finished the half on a 7-2 run to build an 11-7 halftime lead, then scored five of the first six goals of the second half to extend its lead to 16-8 with 13:42 left on the clock.
 
Three things you need to know...
            -The Colonels outshot the Bison 55-20 and held the Bison to 18-of-29 on clears.
            -Junior Emily Eagan recorded 22 saves for Nichols.
            -Freshman Claire Matlak led the Bison with four ground balls and also caused two turnovers.
 
Next game
Monday, April 15 vs Emmanuel (MA), 5:00 p.m.