Senior Ella Trout and first-year Gillian Joseph of the Union College women's lacrosse team earned spots on the IWLCA All-Empire Region second team, recognizing their stellar performances this season. This is the first All-Region accolade for both players, marking Union as one of only eight teams in the Empire Region to have multiple honorees. Joseph had an outstanding rookie season, leading her team with 46 goals and six assists, and earning the Liberty League Rookie of the Year title. Trout capped her collegiate career with career-high stats in caused turnovers and ground balls, solidifying her defensive prowess. Their contributions helped Union achieve an 11-6 record and reach the Liberty League Tournament semifinals.

By the Numbers
  • Joseph: 46 goals, six assists, 52 points
  • Trout: 18 caused turnovers, 23 ground balls
State of Play
  • Union finished the season 11-6
  • Reached Liberty League Tournament semifinals
What's Next

The team looks forward to building on this season's success with six of its top-seven scorers returning for 2025, aiming for a conference title.

Bottom Line

Joseph and Trout's recognition underscores their significant impact, both individually and collectively, setting a strong foundation for Union College’s future lacrosse endeavors.