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NIAGARA UNIV., N.Y. – The Niagara women’s lacrosse team (1-3; 0-0 MAAC) will take on the Duquesne Dukes (4-3; 0-0 A10) on Friday, March 16 at 7 p.m. at Niagara Field.

The Purple Eagles tallied their first win of the 2012 campaign last Saturday with a 10-8 victory over Gannon.  Niagara had an excellent showing from junior Fran Pollastro who netted three goals, freshman Carrie-Jo Farrugia  and senior Emily French who contributed two goals each. 

Pollastro continues to lead Niagara in points with 11, while tied for the team lead in goals with French (8). 

Senior Taryn Burkholder tops the team with 15 groundballs and six caused turnovers, while sophomore Paige Matecki has been dominant on the draw controls, winning 30.

The Dukes are also coming off a victory after defeating Robert Morris 12-6 on Thursday.  Duquesne is led by Caitlin Prince who has scored 18 goals, three assists and 21 points.  Haley Marafioti and Clar Hurley have also contributed offensively, each tallying 15 goals so far this season. 

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