CANTON, Ga. – Kardian and Taraska notch their second individual honors of the season in the final athlete of the week selections.
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Athletes of the Week:
Offense:
Caroline Kardian | Rhodes - Caroline Kardian powered the Rhodes offense in a dominant 16-7 win over Sewanee, recording an impressive 9-point performance with 5 goals and 4 assists while contributing to over half of the team’s total scoring. Kardian showcased her versatility by scoring in key moments, including multiple unassisted goals and a free-position finish, while also creating opportunities for teammates with precise passing. In addition to her offensive impact, she controlled possession with 7 draw controls, helping Rhodes dictate the tempo throughout the game.
Defense:
Dani Taraska | Berry | SR - Dani Taraska was a master on defense, she grabbed a team-leading 7 ground balls and caused a huge number of 7 caused turnovers, not to mention 4 draw controls to help the Vikings hold the Pirates to just one goal.
Notable Performances:
Offense
- Dani Taraska | Berry | SR - Dani pushed the pace at will offensively, with 6 goals and 2 assists to lead the Viking scoring in a 22-1 win over Southwestern. Whenever Dani turned on the jets, she converted in transition at will and also managed 4 draw controls which was among the team leaders in that category as well.
- Anna Ramsden | Oglethorpe | SR | Lawrenceville, GA - Oglethorpe senior Anna Ramsden finished off her regular-season Stormy Petrel career with a career high-tying six goals and two assists in the lone game of the week. It marked the last game of her career on her home turf, and with the eight points she helped the Petrels secure the win and lock up their spot in the SAA tournament.
Defense
- Madelyn Gardner | Oglethorpe | FR | Cumming, GA - Oglethorpe freshman Madelyn Gardner put an exclamation mark on her stellar debut season in the final regular-season game of the week. In a game that would secure the Stormy Petrels a spot in the SAA tournament, she posted nine saves next to only four goals allowed, marking her eighth straight game with nine saves or more. It was also her second straight win.
- Annabelle Kinzel | Rhodes - Annabelle Kinzel anchored the Rhodes defense in a commanding 16-7 victory over Sewanee, playing all 60 minutes in goal and recording 12 saves while holding the Tigers to just 7 goals on 26 shots. Kinzel made several key stops, including multiple free-position saves, to disrupt Sewanee’s offensive rhythm and maintain control of the game. Her strong communication and presence in the cage provided stability for the defense, while her ability to secure ground balls and initiate clears helped Rhodes transition effectively.
- Hannah Colvin | Southwestern | SO | Las Vegas, NV - Colvin kept the goals down despite being attacked all weekend. Colvin reset her own program record on Friday with 22 saves on a .537 clip. The Pirate goalie totaled 12 saves on Sunday against Berry, finishing with 34.
2026 Women’s Lacrosse Report Archive (AOW)
Week One - Feb. 9 (Lillie Swanson/Shelby Klayman)
Week Two - Feb. 16 (Marlin Price/Ella Townsend)
Week Three - Feb. 23 (Ellen Lewis/Sally Whitehead)
Week Four - March 2 (Mariah Butler/Dani Taraska)
Week Five - March 9 (Marlin Price/Emma Steffensen)
Week Six - March 16 (Sally Herrington/Maddie BeVier)
Week Seven - March 23 (Caroline Kardian/Annabelle Kinzel)
Week Eight - March 30 (Marlin Price/Daryn Raleigh)
Week Nine - April 6 (Sadie McRae/Sam Horowitz)
Week Ten - April 13 (Gracie Garner/Leah Jackson)
Week Eleven - April 20 (Ellis Mitchum/Daryn Raleigh)
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