PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. – The No. 1 Pace University Setters are set to begin the defense of their 2023 NCAA Division II Women's Lacrosse National Championship in the 2024 Championship, starting with a matchup against No. 18 Bentley University. The game takes place on Thursday, May 16 at 11 a.m. at Northwell Stadium. This will be their third encounter with Bentley this season, having won the previous two meetings with scores of 17-8 and 15-3. Bentley, with an 11-7 record, features NE10 Attacker of the Year Maeve Johnson, who has tallied 64 goals and 28 assists. Pace is one of two unbeaten teams in NCAA DII, boasting a 20-0 record, led by NE10 Midfielder of the Year Angelina Porcello.

By the Numbers
  • Pace's record: 20-0
  • Bentley's record: 11-7
  • Angelina Porcello's points: 108
  • Maeve Johnson's goals: 64
State of Play
  • Pace won the NE10 regular season and tournament title
  • Bentley is making their second ever NCAA Tournament appearance
  • Pace previously beat Bentley twice this season
What's Next

Pace and Bentley face off in the NCAA tournament on May 16th, with the Setters aiming to extend their unbeaten run and defend their national title. Key players like Angelina Porcello and Maeve Johnson will be crucial in determining the outcome.

Bottom Line

All eyes will be on the powerhouse Setters as they aim to continue their perfect season and defend their national title, starting with a familiar opponent in Bentley.