The NCAA Division I Women's Lacrosse Championship Subcommittee has announced its top 10 rankings ahead of the upcoming tournament. Maryland leads the pack with a record of 13-1, followed closely by Northwestern (12-3) and defending champion North Carolina (12-1). The rankings are critical as the top three teams receive byes into the second round of the championship on May 10. Syracuse (12-3) is on a strong 12-game winning streak, while Navy (14-1) and Johns Hopkins (12-3) round out the top six. The full tournament bracket will be revealed on May 3, with games kicking off on May 8.

By the Numbers
  • Maryland has a 10-1 record against teams in the top 40 RPI.
  • Navy's 14 wins include 8 victories over teams in the top 40 RPI.
State of Play
  • The tournament begins with the first round on campus sites starting May 8.
  • The top three seeds—Maryland, Northwestern, and North Carolina—earn crucial byes into the second round.
What's Next

The full 29-team bracket for the NCAA Championship will be revealed on May 3. Teams will compete fiercely in the coming weeks to secure their positions and advance in the tournament.

Bottom Line

Top-ranked Maryland, along with Northwestern and North Carolina, start as strong favorites for a deep run in the upcoming NCAA tournament, highlighting their dominance in women's lacrosse this season.