The Misericordia University field hockey team paid homage to its seniors with Senior Appreciation Day Saturday, and the seniors responded with heavy contribution to a 2-1 win over Delaware Valley.

 

Junior forward Shannon Elqorchi was the first to score. She sparked a shot through congestion to score at 27:14. Senior midfielder Heather DiMenno earned the assist—her team-leading eighth of the season.

 

Next, it was senior forward Laura Leighow who scored at 32:44 with an assist from classmate Ashlee Leonard to make it 2-0. The goal is Leighow's team-leading eleventh.

 

The Cougars outshot their opponents 20-11 in a game where they controlled possession throughout.

 

Senior goalie Ellen Howanitz allowed the lone Aggies goal with just a minute remaining in the second half. She recorded six saves in the game.

 

The Cougars improved to 11-4 with four games remaining before conference championships. They host conference rival Wilkes on Wednesday at 4:00 p.m.