Banner Elk, NC - Kelly Cefalu (East Islip, NY) scored 6 goals and added 2 assists as Dowling improved to 3-0 with a 22-9 win over the Bobcats of Lees McRae, who fall to 0-8.

The Bobcats and Golden Lions traded goals for the first 10 minutes of play but Dowling would eventually find their groove. Kristen Matos (Deer park, NY) would capitalize on a free position opportunity at 13:54 and start Dowling on an 8-0 run to close out the first half giving the Golden Lions a 12-3 lead going into halftime.

The second half was more of the same, as Dowling outscored Lees McRae 10-6 on way to the impressive victory. Samantha Messineo (Shirley, NY) chipped in with 2 goals and 5 assists and Stephanie Cotter (Ridge, NY) had a five goal performance starting in the midfield. Lauren Marra (New Hyde Park, NY) had a great all around day, contributing 2 goals, 4 groundballs and 5 draw controls for the Golden Lions. Desiree Cox tallied 6 goals in the loss for the Bobcats

Dowling returns to action Thursday, March 20 as they take on the #2 Saints of Limestone College at 2:00. For more information on the Golden Lions, log onto www.dowlingathletics.com

2008-03-19