ST. DAVIDS,Pa.– Eastern University Women's Lacrosse (2-9, 0-3) was unable to beat a tough York College of Pennsylvania defense and dropped a 20-0 decision to the 17th ranked Spartans.  Marcianna Tavani made 12 stops in goal for the Eagles. 

The visiting Spartans (7-6, 3-0) had played a veritable who's who of nationally-ranked teams in the early season, and were able to capitalize on early possessions with good shots. By working for quality opportunities, the visitors scored on 10-of-15 first-quarter shots and grabbed control fo the game. The Eagles put a shot on frame on their first possession, but York's starting goalie was up to the task for three first-half saves. Emerson Shauger had another shot carom off the post.

The Eagles won 8-of-21 draw controls in the contest. Shauger and Teresa Gailey each won three draws. 

The Spartans had 11 players score goals.

The Eagles, who started teh MAC Commonwealth season with games against the top three schools int he preseason poll, will host Alvernia on Wednesday.