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@DuqLax Announces Captains for 2017 Season

Nov. 10, 2016

Duquesne lacrosse head coach Lisa Evans has announced that seniors Tess Drotar and Kelsey Blackburn will serve as captains for the 2017 season.

"I am really happy with the two young ladies our team selected as captains for this year," said Evans. "Kelsey & Tess are integral members of our team and have developed into strong players & leaders for us on and off the field. They balance each other nicely and will be great liaisons between the coaching staff and the team."

Drotar, a midfielder from Mars, Pa. started in every game for the Dukes last season, and was tied for second on the team with 30 goals, finishing third in scoring with 33 points. Additionally Drotar received Atlantic 10 All-Conference Second Team honors at the conclusion of the 2016 season.

An A-10 All-Conference Second Team selection, Blackburn started in 13 games in 2016. The defender from Lenni, Pa. picked up eight groundballs and forced six caused turnovers last year.

The Dukes will open the 2017 season on February 22nd when they host Penn State on Rooney Field.
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Players Mentioned

Tess Drotar

#12 Tess Drotar

Midfielder
5' 6"
Freshman
Kelsey Blackburn

#14 Kelsey Blackburn

Defender
5' 5"
Freshman

Players Mentioned

Tess Drotar

#12 Tess Drotar

5' 6"
Freshman
Midfielder
Kelsey Blackburn

#14 Kelsey Blackburn

5' 5"
Freshman
Defender

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