Villanova women's lacrosse faces No. 2 Stanford on March 28 after a solid victory against Xavier, where they won 14-8. Key performances included Mary Moore's five assists and Leslie Iorio's five goals. Stanford is coming off its first loss of the season to Boston College, which adds urgency to this matchup. This meeting marks the second encounter between both teams, with the Wildcats narrowly losing in their previous game last season.

By the Numbers
  • Villanova's draw control advantage was 16-7 against Xavier, with Emma Verhoest securing 11.
  • Mary Moore and Leslie Iorio both achieved career-highs in assists and goals, respectively, with five each.
State of Play
  • Villanova is 3-0 at home this season, showing strong performance against ranked teams.
  • Emma Verhoest needs just two more draw controls to break the program record.
What's Next

The Wildcats aim to harness their home field advantage against Stanford, looking to build on their recent success and seek a crucial win against a top-ranked opponent.

Bottom Line

As Villanova prepares to face Stanford, the opportunity to secure a notable victory against a highly-ranked team is crucial, potentially reshaping their season trajectory and strengthening their competitive edge.