The Marian University women's flag football team celebrated its inaugural season with a strong performance, finishing 10-4 and outscoring their opponents 314-127. Key highlights include their first-ever win against North Park, a six-game winning streak, and a competitive showing in the NACC Tournament, where they forced overtime against Aurora. Daniela Chaname emerged as a standout player, contributing to both offense and defense, while Holly Goodwin made her mark as a leading quarterback in the conference.

By the Numbers
  • Record: 10 wins and 4 losses (.714)
  • Points scored: 314, Points allowed: 127
  • Daniela Chaname: 10 total touchdowns (5 rushing, 1 passing, 3 receiving, 1 punt return)
  • Holly Goodwin: 1,758 passing yards, 29 total touchdowns
  • Raegan Montello: 79 total tackles, 5 interceptions
Yes, But

Despite their strong season, the Sabres faced challenges in the postseason, particularly against top teams in the NACC, revealing areas for improvement in converting critical plays when it mattered most.

State of Play
  • Marian showcased growth and talent, finishing strong in their first season.
  • The team has a solid foundation with several standout players likely to return for the next season.
What's Next

As Marian prepares for their next season, they will aim to build on their inaugural performance, focusing on refining their gameplay, enhancing organizational strategies, and fostering player development to become a formidable contender in the NACC.

Bottom Line

Marian's inaugural season was marked by significant achievements and promising talent, setting a high standard for future seasons. The experience gained this year will be pivotal as they seek to elevate their play and capture conference success moving forward.