The University of Denver women's lacrosse team achieved a 15-9 victory against Marquette, showcasing a strong offensive performance. Olivia Ripple and Eva Thomsen-Marr led the charge with four goals each, allowing the Pioneers to pull ahead early and hold their ground despite a resilient Marquette comeback. After a dominating first half, the Pioneers maintained their lead, concluding with impressive contributions in the final minutes. Defensive efforts from Megan Klingenberg and goalkeeper Lexi Gwaku were pivotal in securing the win.

By the Numbers
  • Eva Thomsen-Marr: 4 goals, 2 assists
  • Olivia Ripple: 4 goals, 1 assist
  • Megan Klingenberg: 4 ground balls, 5 caused turnovers
  • Lexi Gwaku: 9 saves
  • Carly Frohnapfel: career-best 8 draw wins
State of Play
  • Denver leads with a strong offensive strategy, scoring 11 goals by halftime.
  • Marquette displayed resilience with a third-quarter push, scoring three unanswered goals.
What's Next

The Pioneers will face the Villanova Wildcats in Philadelphia on April 11, aiming to capitalize on their recent momentum and avenge a previous championship defeat.

Bottom Line

Denver's balanced scoring and defensive efforts solidify their position in the season, with key players stepping up as they prepare for a critical matchup ahead.