Georgetown's women's lacrosse team, seeded second, is set to clash with third-seeded UConn in the BIG EAST Semifinals on April 30. The Hoyas (11-5, 5-1 BIG EAST) aim to secure their spot in the championship game against either top-seeded Denver or fourth-seeded Villanova. The matchup kicks off at 9 p.m. ET, with significant implications for NCAA Tournament qualifications.

By the Numbers
  • Georgetown leads the BIG EAST with a .944 clearing percentage and an average of 10.94 turnovers per game.
  • UConn's Abby Beran averages 3.67 caused turnovers and 4.67 ground balls per game, leading the conference in both categories.
State of Play
  • Georgetown's defense ranks 10th nationally, allowing only 7.88 goals per game.
  • Leah Warehime, Georgetown鈥檚 graduate goalkeeper, is 15th in the nation with a .484 save percentage.
What's Next

The winner of this matchup will compete for the BIG EAST Championship on May 2, aiming for an automatic berth in the NCAA Tournament. Georgetown is also chasing its first BIG EAST title since 2019, adding urgency to the contest.

Bottom Line

With Georgetown鈥檚 solid defense and UConn鈥檚 powerful offense, the semifinal promises an intense matchup. This game not only determines playoff trajectories but also sets the stage for potential postseason glory. Georgetown needs to leverage its discipline and defensive strength to secure a championship berth.