The No. 8 Yale women's lacrosse team dominated the No. 19 Princeton Tigers with a decisive 16-8 victory, breaking a tied game with an impressive 8-0 scoring run. After a closely matched first half, Yale entered halftime with a 7-4 lead and continued to outperform Princeton, outscoring them 5-1 in the third quarter. Senior Ashley Newman led the Bulldogs with a career-high four goals, ensuring Yale improved to 9-1 overall and 3-0 in Ivy League play, while Princeton dropped to 4-4 (1-1 Ivy League).

By the Numbers
  • Yale scored 8 unanswered goals during a 28:24 stretch when Princeton failed to score.
  • Yale committed just 8 turnovers while Princeton had 17.
Yes, But

Despite the win, Yale's previous victories over Princeton have shown a competitive rivalry, as the Tigers had been challenging in earlier matches. The definitive score may not reflect the intense nature of the game until the Bulldogs' strong second half.

State of Play
  • Yale remains the only unbeaten team in Ivy League play at 3-0.
  • The Bulldogs have now won five of the last six matchups against Princeton, illustrating their recent dominance in the rivalry.
What's Next

Yale will host No. 16 Army West Point on Tuesday at 12:00 p.m., as they look to extend their winning streak and maintain momentum in the Ivy League.

Bottom Line

The Bulldogs' impressive win not only secures their standing in the Ivy League but also showcases their growth and resilience as they continue to perform at a high level. With strong contributions from players like Ashley Newman, Yale is a force to be reckoned with moving forward.