Following a thrilling 13–12 overtime victory over No. 25 Harvard, the UAlbany women’s lacrosse team (2–1) returns to John Fallon Field this Wednesday to host the Niagara Purple Eagles. The Great Danes enter the matchup with momentum after their home-opening win, fueled by a balanced offensive attack and dominant draw control. In the victory over the Crimson, UAlbany showcased its resilience, outlasting a ranked opponent to secure its first home win of the 2026 campaign.
The UAlbany offense has been anchored by Kloey Roos, who leads the team with eight goals and nine points through three games. She is supported by Paisley Cook, a force on the circle who has tallied six goals while leading the squad with 27 draw controls. Facilitating the attack is Ravan Marsell, who has recorded a team-high nine assists to go along with two goals. Defensively, Reggie Williams has been a standout, leading the team with four caused turnovers, while goalkeeper Grace Cincebox has anchored the unit with 27 saves and a .450 save percentage
Niagara (1–2) travels to UAlbany following a narrow 8–7 road victory over Le Moyne, their first win of the season. The Purple Eagles are led by Maddy Gill, who tops the team with six goals and seven points, and Michaela Delles, who has contributed five goals. Kensington Keane has also been a key contributor, providing four goals and two assists, including the game-winning goal in their recent victory. In net, Haley Terry has played the majority of minutes for Niagara, recording 24 saves with a 15.38 goals-against average
This mid-week clash also serves as UAlbany’s Black History Month Celebration, adding extra significance to the contest at John Fallon Field. As the Great Danes look to extend their winning streak, they will rely on their efficient shooting, currently a remarkable .609, and their ability to control the tempo through the draw. With both teams coming off close wins, Wednesday’s game promises to be a competitive battle between New York programs looking to build early-season consistency.
