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Reading, Pa (March 8, 2014) - A 10-goal second half led to a 16-11 victory for Fairleigh Dickenson University (1-3) over Alvernia University (1-1) in a non-conference women's lacrosse matchup at Alvernia Saturday afternoon.

The Crusaders started off strong, scoring three of the first five goals. The majority of the first 15 minutes of the game was played in Alvernia's offensive zone.  FDU scored four straight and had a 6-3 lead at the break.

FDU put together a strong second half scoring 10 goals on its way to the 16-11 win.

Julie Sutton (Sewell, N.J./Clearview) led the Crusaders with three goals and one assist. Sophomore Goalie Colleen Reilly had 9 saves for the Crusaders.

Courtney Rendinaro (Hillsborough, NJ/ Hillsborough) led the Devils with five goals and two assists.

The Crusaders return home on Saturday, March 15 at 1 p.m. against Marywood University after two away games.

FDU 16, Alvernia 11