HACKETTSTOWN, N.J. – Freshman Keirra Doyle scored her first collegiate goal as the Centenary University women's lacrosse team fell to Becker College in the season opener for both squads Thursday afternoon.

The Hawks jumped out to a 13-0 halftime lead and claimed an 18-2 win over the Cyclones.

Cassandra Nelson had three goals and Arianna Calouro added two goals and an assist to help the Hawks jump out to the 13-0 halftime advantage.

The Cyclones struck first in the second half as Doyle scored on a free position shot at 28:40.

Becker scored another goal before senior Nicole Soriero scored her first goal of the season for the Cyclones at 20:08. Soriero's goal also came on a free position shot.

Becker scored the final four goals of the game to secure the 18-2 win.

Nikolle Storey made four saves to earn the win in goal for the Hawks. Senior Renee Hack finished with 15 saves for the Cyclones.

Nelson led Becker with four goals, two ground balls and two draw controls while Calouro finished with two goals and two assists.

In addition to her goal, Doyle contributed three ground balls and two draw controls. Soriero added two ground balls and five draw controls. Junior Cailin O'Hara led the defensive efforts with three ground balls and two caused turnovers.

The Cyclones are back in action on Saturday, March 16 when they host Sweet Briar at 3 p.m.