Maryland's women's lacrosse team, ranked No. 2, kicks off the Big Ten Tournament against No. 7 Ohio State on April 22. The Terps, sporting a 14-2 record, secured the second seed after a successful conference season with a 6-2 record. They aim for their fifth Big Ten title and 15th overall tournament title. Coming off a recent 13-9 victory against the Buckeyes, standout players include Lauren LaPointe with 54 goals and Kori Edmondson who is climbing the all-time scoring list.

By the Numbers
  • Maryland's record: 14-2 overall, 6-2 in conference play.
  • Lauren LaPointe leads the team with 54 goals and a total of 75 points this season.
State of Play
  • The Terps are entering postseason play after winning five ranked games this season.
  • JJ Suriano has been instrumental in goal, averaging over 10 saves per game and leading the conference in save percentage.
What's Next

If Maryland defeats Ohio State, they will advance to the next round of the Big Ten Tournament, continuing their pursuit of a championship title and maintaining momentum from their latest victory.

Bottom Line

Maryland's strong postseason positioning highlights their depth and talent. Key players like LaPointe and Edmondson are vital as they aim for a successful tournament run, reaffirming their status as top contenders in collegiate women's lacrosse.