Bucknell Field Hockey Dominates Boston, Earns Three Patriot League Honors

Strategic Insights -

Bucknell University field hockey showed impressive form in a 4-0 victory over Boston, securing a crucial Patriot League win. The success did not go unnoticed, as the Bison earned three weekly honors: Goalkeeper of the Week for Sarah Althouse, Offensive Player of the Week for Reese Czajkowski, and Defensive Player of the Week for Kira Leclercq. Additionally, Leclercq was named Bucknell Athletics' Bison of the Week for the first time in her career.

Key Takeaways:

  • Bucknell field hockey defeated rival Boston 4-0, a pivotal Patriot League victory.
  • Sarah Althouse earned Goalkeeper of the Week for the third time in 2025 and sixth time in her career, with a save percentage of .785 and four shutouts.
  • Reese Czajkowski earned Offensive Player of the Week, with seven goals tied for the team lead and fourth in the Patriot League, and her first Offensive Player of the Week award.
  • Kira Leclercq received Defensive Player of the Week for the seventh time in her career, with seven goals, three defensive saves, and seven instances of earning Defensive Player of the Week honors.
  • Katie Lintz scored a goal, assisted by Czajkowski, who set up the third tally with a perfect crossing pass.
  • Leclercq's defensive save in the fourth period preserved the shutout.

Statistics:

  • Bucknell's Sarah Althouse has a save percentage of .785, leading the Patriot League.
  • Althouse has four shutouts in 2025, tying her for second in the conference.
  • Reese Czajkowski has seven goals, tied for the team lead and fourth in the Patriot League.
  • Kira Leclercq has seven goals, tying her with Czajkowski for the team lead and fourth in the circuit.
  • Leclercq has three defensive saves, tied for second in the Patriot League.
  • Bucknell faces American at the Eagles' home nest this Friday, with the chance to move into a tie for first place.

Sources:

  • Bucknell University Athletics