VCU women鈥檚 lacrosse achieved a historic milestone by advancing to the A-10 Championship game for the first time, defeating St. Bonaventure 18-11 in the semifinals. The Rams established an early dominance with an 8-0 lead, demonstrating a strong offensive performance throughout the match. Key players included Sam Palmer with five goals and Amelia Eilbacher scoring four, contributing significantly to VCU鈥檚 success. The team maintained composure, fending off multiple attempts from St. Bonaventure to rally. VCU will face Davidson in the championship game on May 3.

By the Numbers
  • VCU scored eight unanswered goals to lead 8-0 before halftime.
  • Sam Palmer and Amelia Eilbacher combined for nine goals on 13 shot attempts.
  • VCU went 6-of-8 on free position attempts, while St. Bonaventure committed 12 turnovers.
Yes, But

Despite the victory, VCU was outperformed in draw controls, losing 21-10, which could pose challenges in future matchups.

State of Play
  • VCU's record improved to 13-4, marking a significant progression in their program history.
  • St. Bonaventure finished with a record of 11-8 after this match.
What's Next

VCU will compete against Davidson, the fourth seed, in the A-10 Championship on May 3, presenting an opportunity to secure their first championship title.

Bottom Line

VCU鈥檚 impressive performance signifies a turning point in the program's history, highlighting their potential to achieve even greater success in collegiate lacrosse.