The squad completed the perfect season, capping off an undefeated 24-0 record with the program's second ever NCAA Division II National Championship. After defeating Adelphi (4-2) and Stonehill (6-1) to win their first of three straight Northeast-10 Conference Championships, the River Hawks moved onto the NCAA's Fall Festival in Louisville, where they squared off against Shippensburg in the title game. In that contest, NE-10 Conference Player of the Year Liz Day scored on a penalty corner in the 22nd minute. The 1-0 difference would hold for the remainder match to complete the impressive undefeated run for UMass Lowell.
In truly decisive fashion, the River Hawks outscored opponents, 119-8, throughout the year. In addition to goals scored and goals allowed, the 2010 team still holds several other program records as well, including most shutouts in a season (17).
"There was no 'luck' in winning this 2010 National Championship," exclaimed Head Coach
Shannon LeBlanc. "Their total commitment to our program, trust in the process, coach-ability and relentless pursuit of excellence earned this team an undefeated season. It is such an honor to have been a part of a special time in athletics history and I am so happy for these women to have their names etched in the UMass Lowell record books as the first undefeated National Championship team to be inducted into our Hall of Fame."
Senior Sammy Macy led the UMass Lowell offense with 76 points and would later be named the Honda Division II National Athlete of the Year. Additionally, goalkeeper Melanie Hopkins led the country with a remarkable 0.35 goals against as part of a historic rookie season.
"It likely goes without saying, but an undefeated season is no small feat," commented Macy. "I am proud to have been a member of the 2010 team and honored that we, as a team, are being recognized by UMass Lowell for our extraordinary season. This group of women are truly something special and undeniably some of the most skilled and determined players to ever wear a River Hawk uniform. Winning the National Championship is one of my absolute favorite memories and I know my teammates and coaches would say the same."
