Graduate defender Meghan Ball and goalkeeper Emily Sterling have been selected as two of the top-25 nominees for lacrosse's most prestigious honor, the Tewaaraton Award, due to their outstanding performances for the Maryland team. Ball has led the Maryland defense to hold 11 of 16 opponents under 10 goals this season, leading the team in ground balls and caused turnovers. Meanwhile, Sterling has been instrumental as the last line of defense, tallying 150 saves and owning the third-best save percentage in the country at .527.

By the Numbers
  • Ball leads the team with 31 ground balls, 30 caused turnovers, and 61 draw controls.
  • Sterling has made 150 saves and has held opponents under ten goals 11 times this season.
State of Play
  • Ball and Sterling have been crucial in leading the Maryland team to a 16-12 win at Princeton, concluding their regular season.
  • Big Ten Tournament seeding will be determined after the conclusion of conference play this weekend.
Bottom Line

Ball and Sterling's exceptional contributions have earned them Tewaaraton Award nominations, highlighting their pivotal roles in the Maryland team's success on the field.