Vendel led CCSU to its best start in program history, winning its first two games against Presbyterian and Fresno St. The newcomer notched three goals in each of her first three collegiate contests while adding three helpers, six ground balls and a caused turnover. Vendel scored three times and added four ground balls in the 14-13 win over Presbyterian. Against Fresno St., Vendel went for three goals and two assists. She then totaled another four points with a hat trick and an assist in a losing effort vs. Bryant. In total, Vendel finished with nine goals, three assists and six ground balls during CCSU’s 2-1 week.