Women's Water Polo | 3/21/2026 8:00:00 PM
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Water polo completed Saturday action at DeNunzio Pool with matchups against Michigan and host Princeton, falling 18-6 and 18-10, respectively.
TURNING POINTS
Vs. Michigan:
Saint Francis stayed within reach early, trailing just 3-2 after the opening quarter. Michigan created separation in the second period, extending its lead into halftime and maintaining control through the second half to secure the win.
Vs. Princeton:
The Red Flash remained competitive in the opening quarter before Princeton used the second period to build a strong advantage. Despite a more productive offensive second half from Saint Francis, the Tigers held their lead to close out the contest.
POOL HIGHLIGHTS
Vs. Michigan:
Caylah Olay led the offense with three goals on seven shots, adding three blocks and a steal.
Victoria Tamarit contributed on both ends with a goal and 13 saves in cage.
Megan Marlin added a goal, three assists, and a block. Defensively, the Red Flash combined for multiple blocks and steals to slow Michigan's attack.
Vs. Princeton:
The Red Flash improved offensively in the second matchup. Olay paced Saint Francis with seven goals on 10 shots, while
Laura Knight added two goals on two attempts. Marlin contributed a goal, four steals, and two blocks, and
Sarah Hartwell facilitated the offense with four assists. Tamarit recorded seven saves in goal, and the Red Flash saw additional contributions across the lineup.
FLASH NUGGETS
Vs. Michigan:
Caylah Olay led with three goals, three blocks, and a steal.
Victoria Tamarit recorded 13 saves and added a goal.
Megan Marlin tallied one goal and three assists.
Bella Castaneda added a goal.
Vs. Princeton:
Olay led all scorers with seven goals.
Laura Knight scored twice on two attempts.
Marlin recorded a goal, four steals, and two blocks.
Sarah Hartwell dished out four assists.
Tamarit added seven saves in goal.
ON DECK
Saint Francis will wrap up regular season play at the Salem Invite on March 28-29 at The Bridge Sports Complex in Bridgeport, W.V., with matchups against Salem, McKendree, and Gannon.
