Marquette women's lacrosse secured a decisive victory against Xavier, with Meg Bireley breaking the program's single-season goals record by scoring six goals in the game.

By the Numbers
  • Bireley scored 6 goals in the game, surpassing the previous record of 59 goals.
  • Marquette ended the game with a 21-4 victory over Xavier.
Yes, But

While Bireley's performance was exceptional, the article highlights a moment of struggle for Marquette's freshman goalie Mikayla Yang at the start of the game.

State of Play
  • Marquette moves to 2-3 in Big East play, keeping their conference tournament hopes alive with one game remaining.
  • Upcoming game against Villanova will determine the final spot in the Big East tournament, with both teams currently standing at 2-3 in the conference.
What's Next

Marquette will face Villanova in a crucial game next weekend, where the winner will secure the last spot in the Big East tournament.

Bottom Line

Meg Bireley's record-breaking performance and Marquette's decisive victory position them well for the upcoming crucial game against Villanova, vital for their Big East tournament aspirations.