NEW HAVEN, Conn.--The William Smith squash team won its opening match of the Walker Cup this afternoon, a 5-4 decision over Wesleyan University. The victory assures the Herons of at least a .500 finish, the fourth time in six varsity seasons the team has met or exceeded that benchmark.
William Smith will play Wellesley at 9 a.m., on Feb. 21, in the semifinals of the Howe Cup's C Division. The Herons defeated the Blue two weeks ago in the Mt. Holyoke Tournament, 5-4.
William Smith 5, Wesleyan 4
1. Shaila Pandole won 3-0
2. Sarah Coffin won 3-0
3. Kinsey Cruice won 3-0
4. Karli Maciejowski lost 3-0
5. Helen Grassi won 3-0
6. Alicia Sands won 3-0
7. Lee Lee Robinson lost 3-2
8. Shelley Ryan lost 3-0
9. Lauren Michaels lost 3-2
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