THE BASICS

Lesley University 34 vs. New England College 90

Records:
Lesley University Lynx (4-20)
New England College Pilgrims (15-9)

Location: Henniker, NH - Bridges Gym

Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026

THE LEAD —  After their game earlier in the week versus Fisher College was cancelled, the Lynx headed up to New Hampshire to end their season on a high note. The Pilgrims came into the game looking to get one last win of the regular season after falling earlier in the week. The Pilgrims put up an impressive defensive performance and gained a big lead early. A strong third quarter from the Lynx gave them hope, but New England College ultimately put a stop to the comeback and won 90-34.

HOW IT HAPPENED

• The pilgrims struck first, hitting a three in the opening minute, but Leila Chisholm responded with one of her own to tie it back up.

• The Pilgrims then went on a 15-2 run that ate up most of the opening quarter.

• Both teams' defenses stepped up in the second. Lesley held the Pilgrims to their least productive quarter of the game. New England College, however, held the Lynx to 4 points.

• The Pilgrims went into halftime up 44-14.

• The Lynx came out of the locker room determined to close the gap. They were on fire in the third, putting up 17 in the quarter, their highest of the game.

• As the third quarter was winding down, both teams went shot-for-shot. The Lynx put up eight points within two minutes.

• Their comeback would come to a screeching halt in the fourth as the Lynx only put together three points.

• Despite their commanding lead, the Pilgrims refused to subside, scoring 24, a high for any quarter of the game.

• The Pilgrims were victorious in the 90-34 match.

INSIDE THE NUMBERS 

• In her final college basketball game, Chisholm led the Lynx in points with 11, including a team-high three threes. She was also on the court for all 40 minutes. She also had a steal and an assist.

• Alawnah Dunda grabbed a Lynx high of eight rebounds while also putting up 10 points. She also had a steal.

• For the Pilgrims, Camryn Lewis did a little bit of everything. She tied the team high of 12 points. She led the team with six assists and also grabbed 8 rebounds.

• The Pilgrims 90 points are their highest final score of the season, and their 15 three pointers are also a high mark of the season.

UP NEXT

• This game concluded the Lesley Lynx 2025-26 season, but they will return next fall!

• New England College has secured a place in its conference playoffs and will play again on February 24th.