CALDWELL, N.J.  --  Junior goalkeeper Sarahkate Schneider (Somerset, N.J.) made nine saves, as women's lacrosse (0-1) lost their season-opener to the Millersville Marauders (2-0) 21-0 at the Kiwanis Oval on Wednesday.

Senior defender Brady Kells (Parsippany, N.J.) had a team-high five groundballs.

Caldwell came into their first game of the season down several key starters, including junior goalkeeper Serena Barra (Cranford, N.J.).

CU's defense improved significantly in the second half, only allowing five goals.

Sophomore midfielder Tiana Cipot (North Brunswick, N.J.) and freshman midfielder Jessica George (South Brunswick, N.J.) each tied for the team lead with two total shots and one shot on goal.

This young Cougars squad will look to bounce back when they travel to New Haven, CT to take on a tough Southern Connecticut State University Owls team on Saturday at 1:00 PM.