The #7 Navy women's lacrosse team (13-1, 5-1 Patriot League) is set to face Lafayette (4-8, 0-6 Patriot League) in Easton, PA, aiming to secure a spot in the Patriot League Championship Tournament. This will be the 18th encounter between the two teams, with Navy holding an undefeated 17-0 record against Lafayette. The Midshipmen posted dominant wins in their last two meetings, scoring 18 and 17 goals respectively. Current team leader Alyssa Chung has been exceptional this season, contributing significantly to Navy's offensive success.

By the Numbers
  • Navy is currently 13-1, while Lafayette stands at 4-8.
  • Navy has scored 206 goals this season, averaging over 14 goals per game.
  • The Midshipmen have allowed an average of 8.36 goals per game, with eight opponents held to single digits.
State of Play
  • Navy is on a strong path, currently ranked #7 nationally and poised for the Patriot League Tournament.
  • Lafayette is struggling, currently on a seven-game losing streak and unable to secure a win in the conference.
What's Next

Following the tilt against Lafayette, Navy will travel to Hamilton, NY, to take on Colgate on April 18. This game will also be broadcast on ESPN+, providing another opportunity to strengthen their postseason position.

Bottom Line

The Midshipmen are in a strong position to extend their winning streak and dominate against a struggling Lafayette team, emphasizing their preparedness for the upcoming tournament scenarios.