CANTON, Ga. – The Vikings take week one of women's lacrosse athlete of the week honors after a dominant opening victory over Transylvania.
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Athletes of the Week:
Offense:
Lillie Swanson | Berry | FR | Washington Boro, PA – Lillie poured in 5 goals, an assist, 3 caused turnovers, and 3 ground balls as she paced the Viking offense, scoring a quarter of their 20 goals against Transylvania.
Defense:
Shelby Klayman | Berry | FR | Dallas, GA – Shelby dominated on the defensive end with five ground balls and two caused turnovers, anchoring a defense who allowed just four goals to Transylvania.
Notable Performances:
Offense
- Ellis Mitchum | Oglethorpe | SO | Signal Mountain, TN - Oglethorpe sophomore Ellis Mitchum, who missed the second half of her freshman season due to injury, returned to her incredible form Friday night in the Stormy Petrels' season opener. She had four tallies on six shots while posting three draw controls and two ground balls. This helped Oglethorpe battle Transylvania close through the first 30 minutes until the Pioneers pulled away in the second half.
Defense?
- Madelyn Gardner | Oglethorpe | FR | Cumming, GA - Oglethorpe freshman Madelyn Gardner made the most of her collegiate debut tending the net with 16 saves after facing 33 total shots Friday night in the Stormy Petrels' season opener. She posted a save percentage of .571 and also caused two turnovers.
2026 Women’s Lacrosse Report Archive (AOW)
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