While the 2021 DII women’s lacrosse season began on Feb. 5, only 16 teams have currently seen the field.
That number will rise in the coming days. But for now, it’s time to look at the game’s top returning goal scorers. Selections were based on stats from 2020.
Total goals scored in 2020 (returning players)
| RANK | PLAYER, SCHOOL | 2021 CLASS | POSITION | GOALS | GAMES |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-1 | Sofia Michael, Ashland | Senior | ATT | 33 | 6 |
| T-1 | Julia Foster, Limestone | Senior | M | 33 | 8 |
| 3 | Chloe Wood, Newberry | Junior | M | 31 | 9 |
| 4 | Kylie Eastman, Belmont Abbey | Senior | ATT | 30 | 9 |
| T-5 | Abigail Lagos, UIndy | Senior | ATT | 28 | 8 |
| T-5 | Kendall Wells, Wingate | Grad student | ATT/M | 28 | 8 |
Sofia Michael, Ashland — 33 goals in six games
Despite playing in just six games last year, Sofia Michael was tied with Limestone’s Julia Foster for the most goals scored in the nation at 33. Her 5.50 goals per game average also ranked first in DII. In addition to goals, Michael led Ashland in points (40), shots (66) and shots on goal (51). The senior attacker added seven assists before the 2020 season was cut short.
Julia Foster, Limestone — 33…
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