The Dons realized in the first five minutes of their non-league match against Justin-Siena High School of Napa that it was going to be a tough one when the Braves scored a quick five goals. The Dons found their footing and tightened up the game with 8 minutes left in the first half, bringing the score to 4-7. Justin-Siena did…

The Dons knew going into Friday’s game against Alhambra that it would likely be a very lopsided match up in the Dons’ favor and that proved to be true. In anticipation of that, the Dons rested many of their regular starters to help even the playing field a bit. The Bulldogs surprised the Dons’ defense by scoring the first goal…

The JV team went up to Novato to take on a tough and gritty San Marin team who has one of the best programs in the Bay Area. It was an exciting and close game throughout but these Lady Dons were not going to be denied. The team gutted it out and won 10 to 9, bringing the Dons’ record…

In an eagerly anticipated match-up after last season’s close NCS loss to Northgate, Acalanes Girls Varsity Lacrosse found redemption with a convincing 11-6 victory over the Broncos. The Dons outscored the Broncos and played strong team defense throughout the game, despite the Broncos employing a rougher, more physical style of play than Acalanes has seen from other opponents this season.…

On Friday night the lady lacrosse JV Dons continued their winning ways by jumping out to a 10-0 halftime lead and cruising to a 14-1 victory. As has been most of the season so far this game was never in doubt.  There were so many contributions from different players. Campbell Evans had 3 goals and 2 assists, Emily Roberts had…

The Dons traveled to picturesque Danville for what promised to be a competitive game against a talent-filled Monte Vista squad. The match up did not disappoint! The Dons and the Mustangs traded the lead back and forth in the first half with the Dons taking a 6-5 lead going into halftime. The Dons’ defense was stingy for most of the…

It was a cold Friday night and the lady Dons were up in Moraga for their annual rivalry game. The Dons jumped out to a 5 to 1 lead. However Campo came back to make it 5 to 3. At that point Acalanes called time out. From that point forward the Dons outscored the cougars 11 to 0.  It was a…

The Dons were expecting a competitive match up with the Highlanders on Tuesday night, but after the first few minutes, the Dons seemed to have complete control of the game and didn’t look back.  On the offensive side of the ball, Grace Imrie scored 5, Haley Rurka put 4 in the back of the net, Megan Churchill added 3, Maya…

Friday night’s game against Las Lomas proved to be an easy one against an over matched Las Lomas squad. The Lady Dons played our Saturday squad of less experienced players during the second half. It was great to see how well both the experienced and newer players played in this game. Thirteen different players scored goals, with the following scoring…

It was a Dons vs Dons matchup on Tuesday night with Girls Varsity Lacrosse taking on a tough, talented Amador Valley squad. In the end, Acalanes lost 10-16, but came away with excellent experience, lessons learned and comfort knowing that they played well against a top-notch opponent. Junior Grace Imrie led the offense with 4 goals and senior Maya Wang…