This Spring, thirteen former Bulls competed in the NCAA Lacrosse tournaments. Representing twelve schools, they amassed an impressive 15 combined NCAA tournament wins and 3 conference championships. These athletes shared the highlights of their seasons, what made their team successful, and what they’ve learned as college athletes as they reflected on the year. 

Bulls in the Big Leagues

Babson College Womens’ Lacrosse
NCAA Division III Second Round
Hailey Ramundo '24

Bentley University Mens’ Lacrosse
NCAA Division II First Round
Nate Dudley ’22 and Zack Griffin ’24

Endicott College Womens’ Lacrosse
Conference of New England Champions - NCAA Division III Second Round
Kate Cassidy ’24

Georgetown University Mens’ Lacrosse
Big East Champions - NCAA Division I Quarterfinals
Chase Picard ’24

Haverford College Womens’ Lacrosse
NCAA Division III Second Round 
Ryan Blanchard ’24

Middlebury College Mens’ Lacrosse
NCAA Division III Second Round
AJ Noyes ’21

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Mens’ Lacrosse
NCAA Division III Quarterfinals
Nolan Lawler ’23

St. Lawrence University Men’s Lacrosse
NCAA Division III Third Round
Tommy Duane ’23

Trinity College Women’s Lacrosse
NCAA Division III Second Round
Cece Robinson ’24 

Tufts University Women’s Lacrosse
NESCAC Champions - NCAA Division III Runner-up
Annie Bergeron ’24

Wesleyan University Men’s Lacrosse
NCAA Division III Third Round
Lachlan Simmers ’23 

Hobart and William Smith Colleges Womens’ Lacrosse
NCAA Division III Third Round
Sammy Edwards ’24

Moments That Defined the Season

In their reflections, several themes emerged. Firstly, our former Bulls’ seasons were marked by numerous big wins and impressive team performances.

“Winning the Big East Championship. This marked the program’s seventh consecutive title, making us the NCAA Division I Men’s Lacrosse team with the most consecutive league championships.”
Chase Picard ’24

“The high point of this season was winning the NESCAC championship. It was such a great team win and was exciting to see some of the hard work we have put in start to pay off.”
Annie Bergeron ’24

“A high point for our team this season was taking down RPI twice at the end of the season, once in the final regular season game and then again the week after to make our way into the Liberty League finals. We were able to respond after starting the year slowly, it was pretty cool to see us make that shift.”
Tommy Duane ’23

“The high point of the season would probably be winning the CNE (Conference of New England).”
Kate Cassidy ’24

“Beating Amherst and Williams to win back-to-back little 3 titles. It’s always special when we beat our rivals, and it was cool to do it both years I’ve been here.”
Lachlan Simmers ’23

“This season has been so much fun! A high point of the season was coming back from a 6-point deficit and winning in double overtime against our rivals MIT!”
Hailey Ramundo ’24

“A high point of my season was beating Skidmore on senior day. We won 22-7, had 15 different goal scorers, and emptied our entire bench. It was a beautiful day and a great way to celebrate our seniors and their last game at home.”
Nolan Lawler ’24

“The most memorable part of my season was beating our rivals (Ithaca) during the regular season! The game was full of energy, and we saw that in the outcome!”
Sammy Edwards ’24

Culture, Chemistry, and Commitment Off the Field

Many of them identified the strong team culture and relationships they formed within their teams, both on and off the field, as key contributors to their team’s success.

“I think what made our team successful this year is the belief we had in the locker room. After starting the year 3-4, it would’ve been pretty easy to kinda just sit back and watch everything kinda slip away, but the leadership from our coaches, captains, and seniors allowed us to be a team that doesn’t go away. I think the struggles we had at the beginning helped make us better, and we ended up playing our best lacrosse when it mattered most.”
Tommy Duane ’23

“I think the amount of work every individual continuously puts in and how committed our team is to each other has made a huge impact on our success this year! Everyone is consistently here to work and support one another, no matter what your role is on the team!”
Sammy Edwards ’24

“We dealt with a bunch of injuries this year, and when guys go down, someone else has to step up. Those players have done a great job of embracing that, and we all believe in every guy on the roster to get the job done.”
Lachlan Simmers ’23

“Our team has been so successful because of how much we all care about each other, and because of that, we work hard to make for each other. We have a coaching staff that cares so deeply about us as people.”
Hailey Ramundo ’24

“With a 52-man roster and only about 25 players regularly seeing playing time, our success depended on everyone embracing their role, regardless of where they stood in the rotation. Whether you’re a starter or the last guy on the depth chart, your role matters. This year, our team truly bought into that mentality. Every player committed to doing their part, and that collective mindset was a major driver behind our success.”
Chase Picard ’24

“Something that’s made my team so successful this season is how connected we are on and off the field. It is visible how well people work together on the field and how much they have each other's backs, but it comes from how close we all are off the field.”
Annie Bergeron ’24

“What has made our team successful is the love we have for each other and how much of a family our team is.”
Kate Cassidy ’24

What Our Former Bulls Want the Next Generation to Know

Finally, they highlighted the importance of never taking an opportunity for granted and making the most of every practice, game, or workout.

“My team adopted the motto ‘Raise the Bar’. Along with this came individual and team goals that kept us dialed in throughout the season, improving individually and as a team one step at a time. The biggest lesson I have learned competing in college is the importance of discipline over motivation. I have been coming back from an injury, which is incredibly difficult, but maintaining a certain level of discipline has been key to my success.”
Ryan Blanchard ’24

“Always assume the competition is working harder than you.”
AJ Noyes ’21

“What I have learned most is to cherish every moment with your teammates and make the most of everyone around you, because it doesn't last forever.”
Kate Cassidy ’24

“The biggest lesson I've learned competing in college has been embracing a ‘what's next’ mentality. It doesn't matter if you dropped the ball, had a turnover, or missed a shot. How you respond to those things in the moment (not pouting or getting down on yourself) is the most important part and will ultimately build up your confidence and ability to make plays.”
Nolan Lawler ’23

“The biggest lesson I’ve learned competing in college is that hard work always wins. Consistently going out every day and working as hard as possible will help you find incredible success.”
Annie Bergeron ’24

“The biggest lesson I’ve learned competing in college is just absolutely never to take it for granted. As someone who didn’t play my freshman year I think it’s important to understand that for most these will be the last years you get to compete at a high level and making sure you go into everyday with that mindset you're gonna leave everything out there is what I’d say stands out the most.”
Tommy Duane ’23

“To be successful this season, my team focused on not taking any game for granted, knowing we only had so many guaranteed games. This helped us dig into each game. I learned the importance of adaptability. Playing outside in February was not easy with the weather changing constantly, but I always tried to make the most of it.”
Cece Robinson ’24

“Competing in college athletics has taught me that greatness requires consistency across all areas of life. If you want to excel, you need to carry the same mindset into everything you do. Whether you're in the classroom, at practice, or in a social setting, you have to hold yourself to the same standards. Embrace each challenge with a selfless, open, and competitive mindset.”
Chase Picard ’24

From championship victories to hard-earned comebacks, our former Bulls made their mark on the NCAA lacrosse community this spring. Their reflections reveal something even more impressive than wins and stats: a deep commitment to their teammates, a willingness to embrace adversity, and a maturity that comes from balancing academics, athletics, and personal growth.

What unites these athletes—beyond their shared time at Holderness—is a mindset shaped by community, character, and curiosity. As they continue to raise the bar in college and beyond, they remain living proof of what it means to be a Bull: driven, resilient, and always ready to compete with heart.

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