Mrzywka, Ripley Provide Offense, Tardugno Lights Out In Net In 5-0 Midweek Victory

CASTLETON, Vt. (September 9, 2026) – Behind a hat trick from sophomore Mikayla Mrzywka and a two-goal night from sophomore Maddie Ripley , the Western New England field hockey team took a non-conference victory over the Spartans of Vermont State University Castleton on Wednesday night by a final score of 5-0. Alex Tardugno provided nine saves and a shutout between the pipes for the Blue and Gold. Records: Western New England: 2-1 Vermont State University Castleton: 1-3 How it Happened: First Quarter: Castleton had the opening chance in the game just 1:20 in, when Gwyn Vincent picked up a shot…