Johns Hopkins women's lacrosse faces 19th-ranked Penn State in their regular season finale, coming off a notable 13-6 victory over sixth-ranked Michigan. The Blue Jays hold a 12-3 overall record, their best start since 2015, with a 5-2 mark in the Big Ten. This is only the fifth time since their Division I transition in 1999 that Hopkins has achieved at least 12 wins in their first 15 games. Among individual achievements, Lacey Downey was named Big Ten Midfielder of the Week, leading the country in points and assists this season.

By the Numbers
  • 12 wins in the first 15 games represent the best start for Hopkins since 2015.
  • Lacey Downey leads the nation with 76 points and 35 assists, the most by a Hopkins midfielder.
State of Play
  • Hopkins ranks sixth in the IWLCA Coaches Poll and seventh in the RPI standings, facing a challenging schedule.
  • The team is maintaining an impressive offensive output, with three players scoring over 60 points this season.
What's Next

After the Penn State game, Hopkins will head to Ann Arbor for the Big Ten Tournament, with quarterfinals starting on April 22. Their seeding in the tournament will depend on this weekend's performance.

Bottom Line

Johns Hopkins is not only securing a strong regular season outcome but also positioning itself for a formidable presence in the upcoming postseason with key players leading in national statistics.