The University of Pennsylvania women's lacrosse team suffered its first defeat of the season, losing 15-9 to #7 Johns Hopkins. A pivotal four-goal run by the Blue Jays created a deficit Penn could not overcome. Catherine Berkery led the Quakers with five goals, but despite strong performances from several teammates, they could not close the gap in the second half. The loss puts Penn's record at 1-1 following this matchup.

By the Numbers
  • Catherine Berkery scored five goals for Penn.
  • Maggie Banlowski won nine draw controls, while freshman Millie Batlett set a career high with four.
State of Play
  • Penn is currently 1-1 on the season after two games.
  • Johns Hopkins maintained a strong offensive presence throughout, securing a significant lead in the second half.
What's Next

Penn will compete on the road against Temple on February 25 at 3 p.m., seeking to rebound from this loss.

Bottom Line

The Quakers need to adapt quickly and address defensive vulnerabilities to improve their chances in upcoming games following their initial setback.