Vendel has been a key two-way player for the Bulldogs this season, and last week helped spark Bryant to a pair of victories over NEC co-favorites Sacred Heart and Quinnipiac. She registered seven ground balls and four caused turnovers over the two games, and also added six draw controls and a pair of assists. In Friday’s 11-10 win over the Pioneers, Vendel collected a career-best six ground balls, caused four turnovers and won three draws. She also assisted on the game-winning tally with 8:18 to play in the contest. On Sunday, the Sandy Hook, CT native provided the defensive and neutral zone support the Bulldogs needed to make up a four-goal deficit and stun Quinnipiac, which was previously undefeated in league play. She recorded a ground ball and added three draw control wins. On the season, Vendel is second on Bryant in caused turnovers (13) and ground balls (30). She leads the team in draw controls (24), and has amassed 18 points on 14 goals and four assists.