No. 5 East Stroudsburg edged No. 11 West Chester in a thrilling overtime match, clinching a 14-13 victory. Paige Moreland scored the decisive goal for the Warriors with just two minutes remaining in overtime, enabling East Stroudsburg to finish the regular season undefeated at 17-0. West Chester fell to 13-3 and is set for the PSAC Tournament next week after securing the second seed in the Eastern Division. The contest showcased standout performances, including three goals each from Herring, Edinger, and Wasdick for West Chester. This match marked a critical battle as both teams vies for playoff positioning.

By the Numbers
  • East Stroudsburg achieved a perfect regular season record of 17-0.
  • West Chester scored 13 goals against a defense that allowed an average of 6 goals per game this season.
State of Play
  • West Chester secured the second seed in the PSAC East and will host Shippensburg on Senior Day.
  • The PSAC Women's Lacrosse Tournament is set to begin next Tuesday, with West Chester facing the third seed from the Western Division.
What's Next

West Chester prepares for the PSAC Tournament with hopes of advancing past the quarterfinals. Their upcoming match against the unnamed third seed from the West will be crucial in determining their path to the championship. Game strategies will likely focus on maintaining strong defensive efforts and capitalizing on scoring opportunities.

Bottom Line

This overtime defeat exemplifies both the competitiveness of the PSAC and West Chester's potential in the upcoming tournament. With one last chance to prepare, the Golden Rams must leverage their strengths and learn from this hard-fought game to achieve postseason success.