"We need to play smart in our defensive zone coverage; we need to stop having lapses," McManama said.
Coach Katey Stone agreed when outlining the keys to defeating UNH.
"[We need] defensive zone coverage and a good game from our goalie," she said.
Following up on the 1-1 weekend, the Crimson has been working in practice on improving overall and increasing its intensity.
The Crimson will be welcoming back junior forward Kiirsten Suurkask, the 1997-1998 Ivy League Rookie of the Year, who missed the home openers due to a shoulder injury.
Also freshman winger Kalen Ingram will be making her debut for Harvard this weekend--she joins the team late due to field hockey's extended season.
Suurkask and Ingram increase the Crimson's depth at forward, allowing Harvard to play three strong forward lines.
Despite Suurkask's return, injury still plagues the Crimson. Senior goalie Crystal Springer is recovering from a knee sprain sustained two weeks ago. She could be back as soon as Wednesday.
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