Boston College Lacrosse Triumphs Over Pittsburgh with Late Surge
In a thrilling Red Bandanna Game at Chestnut Hill, Boston College lacrosse showcased their resilience and skill, surging in the fourth quarter to secure a 12-8 victory over Pittsburgh. This win marks the Eagles' third consecutive triumph, boosting their record to 5-4 overall and 4-2 in the ACC, while Pitt drops to 4-5 and 2-4 in conference play.
Before the match, a touching tribute took place as Shea Dolce was awarded the No. 19 jersey in honor of Welles Crowther, adding emotional depth to an already significant game.
Key Performances and Game Highlights
Lily Kondas was the standout performer, netting her first career hat trick, with two crucial goals in the decisive fourth quarter. Casey Colbert also shone, racking up a season-high three points with two goals and an assist, alongside two ground balls.
Molly Driscoll matched Colbert’s point total, contributing two goals and an assist, while Marissa White added two goals to the tally. Kylee Colbert rounded out the attack with a goal, an assist, and two ground balls.
Defensively, Shea Baker and Kaitlyn Cole were pivotal, each causing two turnovers. Baker also led the team with three ground balls. Giulia Colarusso was instrumental across the field, dominating the draw circle with six controls, adding a goal and an assist, and contributing to the defensive effort with a caused turnover and a ground ball.
The game was tightly contested through three quarters. BC trailed 7-6 late in the third until K.
Colbert’s connection with Driscoll tied the game, setting the stage for a 6-0 run by the Eagles. Kondas sparked the fourth-quarter scoring spree, followed by Driscoll’s assist to K.
Colbert, giving BC a 9-7 lead. Kondas, Hudson, and White continued the onslaught, extending the lead while the Eagles' defense held Pitt scoreless for over 18 minutes.
The Panthers managed one final goal with 1:46 left, but BC's victory was already sealed.
Game Dynamics
The match remained close initially, with neither team leading by more than two goals. After White opened the scoring, Pitt responded with a 3-0 run.
BC quickly countered with goals from Colarusso and Kondas to level the score by the end of the first quarter. The back-and-forth battle continued into the second, with C.
Colbert’s late goal giving BC a slight 5-4 edge at halftime. Pitt briefly regained the lead in the third, but Driscoll’s timely goal set up the Eagles’ dominant final quarter.
Looking Ahead
Next up, Boston College faces a formidable challenge against No. 1 North Carolina in Chapel Hill on March 21. Fans can catch the action live on ACC Network at 12 p.m.
Key Takeaways
- Kondas delivered a standout performance, becoming the first BC freshman to score a hat trick since 2023.
- The Colbert sisters combined for a formidable second-half showing, contributing three goals and two assists.
- BC excelled in the draw circle during the second half, reversing Pitt's early advantage and winning 9-3.
Boston College’s impressive victory over Pittsburgh not only highlights their growing momentum but also sets the stage for an exciting matchup against top-ranked North Carolina.