by Greg Lahr ’26 on February 26, 2026
Sports Shorts
Women’s Ice Hockey:
The women’s ice hockey team had a solid weekend, going 2–0. On Friday night, Feb. 13, the team defeated rival Boston College 2–1 in overtime at Chestnut Hill. Goaltender Hope Walinski ’26G recorded 35 saves while allowing only one goal against. Sami Snyder ’29 scored in regulation, while Reichen Kirchmair ’26 had the game winner in overtime. On Saturday night, Feb. 14, the Friars returned to Schneider Arena to take on the ranked College of the Holy Cross. Walinski had 23 saves in the victory and only allowed two goals. Jessie Pellerin ’28 had two goals in the game, including the game winner, and Kirchmair contributed with a goal as well. The Friars improved to 11–21–2 overall and 8–14–2 in Hockey East play.
Men’s Ice Hockey:
The Friars men’s ice hockey team split the series against Northeastern University this weekend, going 1–1. Looking to extend their winning streak to double digits, the Friars fell 4–2 to the Huskies on Friday night, Feb. 13. Netminder Jack Parsons ’29 recorded seven saves with three goals against, while John Mustard ’28 and Roger McQueen ’29 had the pair of goals for the Friars. Trying to rebound on Saturday night, Feb. 14, the team picked up a 4–1 win. Goaltender Michael Simpson ’29 secured the win with 17 saves and one goal against. Jonathan Fauchon ’29, Donovan McCoy ’29, Tanner Adams ’27, and Will Elger ’28 each had a goal. They are now 21–8–2 overall on the season and 16–4–1 in Hockey East play. The Friars remain in first place in the conference with a nine-point lead over Boston College.
Men’s Lacrosse:
The men’s lacrosse team fell to No. 12 Harvard University this weekend, 10–4, on Saturday, Feb. 13, in Cambridge, MA. Matt Lazzaro ’27 had two goals in the game, while Rhett Chambers ’27 and Richie Joseph ’26 each contributed with a goal of their own. Harvard forced 19 turnovers while also outshooting the Friars 35–23. Goalie Cam Sterritt ’28 had nine saves. The Friars are now 2–2 on the season and return to Chapey Field at Anderson Stadium on Saturday, Feb. 21, at 12 p.m. against Brown University.
Men’s Basketball:
Men’s basketball lost both games this week. On Feb. 11, the team traveled to Seton Hall University to take on the Pirates. Despite Jaylin Sellers ’26G scoring 23 points and Stefan Vaaks ’29 adding another 20 points, the Friars were defeated 87–80. On Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14, they took on former Friar Bryce Hopkins and St. John’s at the AMP. Again, after a scuffle and a few ejections, the team was defeated 79–69. With another loss, they now fall to 12–15 overall on the season and 5–11 in Big East play. They are tied with Marquette University for last in the Big East conference.