NORTH ANDOVER, Mass. (April 6, 2024) – Merrimack College (MC) took control early, scoring 11 goals in the first quarter, and never looked back, defeating the Howard University women's lacrosse team, 22-4, at Duane Stadium in North Andover, Mass.
 
MC (3-9, 3-3 NEC) got on the board first, but junior Marley Rhymes (Coatesville, Pa.) responded to tie the contest, 1-1.
 
From that point on, the Warriors used a 10-1 run to take a commanding 11-2 advantage after one. Fifth-year Bison Quai Skeete-Ridley (New Carrollton, Md.) scored the other goal in the first period.
 
Merrimack's momentum continued, holding HU scoreless in the next two quarters while tallying nine more scores, 20-2.
 
In the final frame, Maya Rhymes (Coatesville, Pa.) and sophomore Chase Coleman (Houston) each recorded goal.
 
Senior goalie Zahria Liggans (Detroit) came off the bench after intermission, registering three saves in a losing effort.
 
For MC, Natalie Calkins notched five points (four goals and one assist) for the Warriors.
 
Saturday (April 13), the Bison will host FDU (1-11) on Senior Day. Match time is set for noon at Greene Stadium and can be seen on NEC Front Row.
 
For more information, visit the Bison Athletics website at www.HUBison.com.