THE MATCHUP: Mount Holyoke puts the finishing touches on its 2011 campaign versus nationally ranked Springfield College Saturday afternoon (1:00 p.m.) at the Soccer Field. Last fall, the Lyons fell 4-0 to their NEWMAC counterparts despite a season- best 18 saves from goalkeeper Elaine Harvey. Forward Brittany Collins recorded a pair of goals to set the tone for the Pride, who own a 15-2 edge in the all-time series. Mount Holyoke topped Springfield 2-0 in 2009. Match Program
SENIOR DAY: Prior to the contest, a senior day celebration will take place to honor Ghita Hassoun, Margaret Hanmer, Sidney Snyder, Kelsey Graaskamp, Caddy Tootell, Mary Cooke and Jacinta Edebeli for their contributions to the program over the last four seasons. Senior Day Insert
THE LYONS: Mount Holyoke (5-10-0, 2-6-0 NEWMAC) has been paced by Hannah Yee, who has made an immediate impact on the program with her outstanding all-around play. In addition to facilitating the team's offense from the midfielder, she has also knocked in a team-best six goals. Fellow midfielder Mary Cooke has also recorded 13 points with her four goals and five assists, while converted forward Amber Legare has scored three times. Midfielder Mallory Phaneuf has dished out five helpers, while forward Kiana Lussier has netted three goals. Emily Shank and Mackenzie Randall have split time between the pipes for Mount Holyoke, which has come out on top in two of its last three outings. Randall has collected 60 saves en route to a goals against average of 1.80.
THE PRIDE: Springfield (12-3-1, 7-0-1 NEWMAC) has rolled to eight straight victories. Over the course of the season, the Pride have outscored their opponents 31-7. Forward Katie Mantie has racked up 27 points on 12 goals and three assists to lead the way. Seven of her tallies have gone down as match winners. Midfielder Jackie Moscardelli has amassed four goals and five assists, while forward Kim Rasmussen has scored five times. Erin Greenstein has played 1,205 minutes in net for Springfield. She has registered a goals against average of 0.30 and eight shutouts.
NEXT UP: Springfield has locked up the top seed in next week's NEWMAC Tournament. The Pride will host both Semifinal matches on Saturday and the Championship on Sunday.
