Northwestern
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Title Rematch: No. 1 Northwestern set to Face No. 2 Boston College Eagles in National Championship Game
5/25/2024 8:32:00 AM | Women's Lacrosse
CARY, N.C. - Top-ranked Northwestern is set to face No. 2 Boston College in a thrilling NCAA Division I Women's Lacrosse Championship on Sunday, May 26th, at Noon EST (11:00 a.m. CT).
The Wildcats are back in the championship game for the second consecutive year, ready to defend their title against a familiar foe. Last year, Northwestern dominated Boston College with an 18-6 victory in the final. This year, the 'Cats are determined to make history again, while Boston College appears in their seventh championship, having won their lone title in 2021.
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Championship Rematch
Sunday's showdown will be the 13th meeting between the two powerhouses and their second clash this season. Northwestern holds a 6-6 record against Boston College. Earlier this season, the Wildcats triumphed 14-11 in Boston, snapping the Eagles' 17-game home winning streak. Key players for Northwestern in that game included Izzy Scane (5 goals), Erin Coykendall (4 goals), and Madison Taylor (3 goals, 1 assist). Molly Laliberty made six crucial saves, while Taylor, Sammy White, and Samantha Smith dominated the draw controls.
Key Points to Watch
- Championship Pedigree: Northwestern boasts an 8-1 record in NCAA championship games, with their eight titles ranking second only to Maryland's 14.
- Coaching Excellence: Head Coach Kelly Amonte Hiller's NCAA Tournament record stands at 56-11 (.835), the most wins in NCAA history. With eight national titles, she is tied for the most by a head coach in Division I history. A ninth title would make her the winningest coach in NCAA women's lacrosse championship history.
- Back-to-Back Titles: Northwestern aims to be the first team to win consecutive national championships since Maryland in 2014-15.
- Scane's Scoring Record: Izzy Scane has scored more career NCAA tournament points (81) and goals (58) than any player in history.
- Taylor's Season: Madison Taylor's 80 goals this season place her sixth in single-season goals in program history. Taylor's remarkable scoring record has been a significant factor in Northwestern's success this year.
- Historical Context: Northwestern and Boston College have developed a fierce rivalry in recent years, meeting frequently in high-stakes games. Boston College, led by coach Acacia Walker-Weinstein, has become a regular in the title game, making their seventh championship appearance in the last eight years.
Game Information
The NCAA Division I Women's Lacrosse Championship game between Northwestern and Boston College will take place on Sunday, May 26th, at Noon EST (11:00 a.m. CT). The match will be held at WakeMed Soccer Park, and fans can watch the live broadcast on ESPN.
