The Marquette University women's lacrosse team (7-5, 1-2 BIG EAST) is set to kick off its final homestand against Villanova (8-3, 2-0 BIG EAST) this Saturday at 12 p.m. CT. In their last outing, Marquette lost 15-9 to No. 19 Denver, despite strong performances from Tess Osburn and Dani Serrano. Historically, Villanova leads the series 7-6, but Marquette has had recent success with four wins in the last five meetings. Villanova enters unbeaten in conference play and boasts strong statistics in ball movement and possession.

By the Numbers
  • Marquette's average of 13.25 goals per game ranks second in the BIG EAST.
  • Villanova's ranked first in the BIG EAST for assists per game, averaging 7.55.
State of Play
  • Marquette currently sits at 7-5 overall, looking to rebound from their last loss.
  • Villanova is 2-0 in BIG EAST play and riding a win streak.
What's Next

Following the matchup against Villanova, Marquette will conclude its season with additional home games, needing wins to bolster their postseason chances. The team aims to leverage their home-field advantage to shift their momentum positively moving forward.

Bottom Line

Marquette must tighten its defense and capitalize on offensive opportunities to secure a win against a competitive Villanova team, which could prove crucial for their postseason aspirations.