William Smith lacrosse dominates Bard in Liberty League matchup

Thirteen players scored as the No. 7 Herons rolled to a 24-2 victory over the Raptors

Apr. 11, 2026 at 9:08pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the dynamic action of a women's lacrosse game, with overlapping planes of navy, green, and gold representing the players, ball, and field.William Smith's balanced scoring attack overwhelms Bard in a Liberty League lacrosse matchup.Geneva Today

The William Smith Herons women's lacrosse team overwhelmed Bard from the start, scoring eight goals in the first quarter and building a 12-1 halftime lead. The Herons added a 6-0 run in the third quarter to put the game out of reach, with 13 different players finding the back of the net in the 24-2 victory.

Why it matters

This dominant performance by the No. 7 ranked William Smith squad showcases their offensive firepower and depth, as they continue their undefeated start to Liberty League play. The Herons' ability to share the scoring load makes them a formidable opponent for any team in the conference.

The details

First-year Katie Hutchinson led the offense with a career-high six points on four goals and two assists. Abigail Bradley, Ava Keiser and Amanda Leone each recorded hat tricks, while Madeline Packard and Alexandra Tapia added two goals apiece. The Herons dominated statistically, outshooting Bard 48-2 and controlling 24 of 28 draws.

  • The game was played on Saturday afternoon.
  • William Smith (12-1, 8-0) continues its road swing on Sunday against Wesleyan Cardinals, with opening draw scheduled for 2 p.m.

The players

Katie Hutchinson

A first-year player who led the William Smith offense with a career-high six points on four goals and two assists.

Abigail Bradley

A William Smith player who recorded a hat trick in the victory.

Ava Keiser

A William Smith player who recorded a hat trick in the victory.

Amanda Leone

A William Smith player who recorded a hat trick in the victory.

Kayla Francis

A Bard player who scored one of the Raptors' two goals in the game.

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What they’re saying

“Thirteen players scored as the No. 7 William Smith Herons rolled to a 24-2 victory over Bard Raptors in a Liberty League matchup on Saturday afternoon.”

— Kyle Evans, Author

What’s next

William Smith continues its road swing on Sunday against Wesleyan Cardinals, with opening draw scheduled for 2 p.m.

The takeaway

This dominant performance by the William Smith lacrosse team showcases their offensive depth and ability to share the scoring load, making them a formidable opponent in the Liberty League. Their undefeated start to conference play has them positioned as one of the top teams in the region.