ST. MARYS CITY, Md. — The top-seeded St. Marys College of Maryland womens lacrosse team cruised to a 26-5 victory over No. 4 seed Notre Dame of Maryland University in the United East Conference Womens Lacrosse Championship Tournament divisional semifinal on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at Jamie L. Roberts Stadium.
The Seahawks improved to 5-10 overall and advanced to face No. 2 seed Wilson College in the divisional championship on Saturday, April 25, at 1 p.m. on the same field. Wilson advanced with a 14-7 win over Cedar Crest. The victory marked the 15th straight win for St. Marys College against the Gators and showcased the balanced attack and defensive control that have defined the Seahawks season in Southern Maryland.
Senior captain Katelin Scala of Catonsville reached a major milestone when she assisted on senior captain Gina Jaffurs goal from Leonardtown to give the Seahawks a 3-1 lead at the 12:22 mark of the first quarter. That assist gave Scala her 200th career point. She finished the game with six points on two goals and four assists.
St. Marys College jumped out to a commanding 12-1 lead late in the first quarter. Junior midfielder Sanne Elling of Ocean View, Del., scored three times while junior attacker Grace Maurice of Clinton, Conn., added a goal and three assists. Madison Miller scored just before the period ended to send the Seahawks into the second quarter with a 10-goal advantage. The hosts outscored Notre Dame 4-2 in the second quarter for a 16-4 halftime lead. A 4-0 run in the third quarter pushed the margin to 16 goals before St. Marys closed with a 6-1 fourth-quarter push.
First-year attacker Sarah Fitter of Ellicott City led all players with career-high eight points on four goals and four assists. Jaffurs and Elling each added four goals. Jaffurs also collected four ground balls, one assist, one caused turnover and one draw control. Hope Harrison contributed three goals while Allie Greeley and Lilly Gunder split time in goal, combining for three saves.
The Seahawks dominated statistically, outshooting Notre Dame 43-10 and winning draw controls 26-7. Elling set a career high with seven draw controls and Scala added six. St. Marys held a 16-9 edge in ground balls with four each from Jaffurs and senior captain Carsyn Smith of Crownsville. Leah Acri scored both goals for the Gators while goalkeeper Leah Hasberry made eight saves.
St. Marys College of Maryland, located on the historic shores of the St. Marys River in Southern Maryland, competes as an NCAA Division III program and has built a strong presence in the United East Conference. The Seahawks draw student-athletes from across Maryland and beyond, including many from nearby counties such as St. Marys, Charles and Calvert. Local families and alumni frequently fill Jamie L. Roberts Stadium for conference games, creating an energetic atmosphere that supports both athletic and academic excellence at Marylands public honors college.
The program emphasizes development, leadership and community engagement. Captains like Scala, Jaffurs and Smith exemplify the senior leadership that has guided the team through the 2026 season. Their milestone achievements and consistent performances provide inspiration for younger players and local youth lacrosse programs that feed into the college roster.
Saturday’s championship game against Wilson offers another opportunity for the Seahawks to claim conference hardware on their home field. First pitch is scheduled for 1 p.m. with free admission for spectators. Fans from Southern Maryland can expect another high-energy contest as the Seahawks aim to extend their season and represent the region on the national stage.
This dominant semifinal performance highlights the depth and talent within the St. Marys College roster. From record-setting draw controls to multi-goal outbursts, the Seahawks controlled every phase of the game. The upcoming matchup against Wilson will test that momentum as the team seeks its first divisional title of the spring.
Southern Maryland’s deep lacrosse tradition, spanning high school powerhouses like St. Marys Ryken and Leonardtown, finds continued expression at the collegiate level through programs like the Seahawks. Community support remains strong with local businesses and residents backing student-athletes who balance rigorous academics with competitive sports.
