Brown women's lacrosse clinched a spot in the Ivy League Tournament with a thrilling 14-13 overtime victory over No. 25 Penn. Ruby Sliwkowski scored the game-winning goal, marking Brown's first win over Penn since 2003. With this win, the Bears secure the No. 4 seed in the tournament, where they will face top-seeded Yale on May 1.

By the Numbers
  • Sliwkowski tallied 5 goals and 3 assists, achieving a career-high of 8 points.
  • Brown outshot Penn 12-4 in the second half, leading to a comeback from a 10-9 deficit.
Yes, But

Despite the victory, the Bears will face tough competition in the tournament, particularly against top-seeded Yale, who have had a strong season. Additionally, maintaining consistency will be crucial to prevent reliance on late-game heroics, as seen in this match.

State of Play
  • Brown is now 8-6 overall and 4-3 in the Ivy League.
  • This win highlights Brown's resilience, as they rallied back from multiple deficits throughout the game.
What's Next

Brown will prepare to face Yale in the Ivy League Tournament, needing to build on their momentum from this victory. The team's strategies will focus on defensive stability and maximizing scoring opportunities against a tough Yale squad.

Bottom Line

This win not only secures Brown's tournament berth but also builds confidence as they head into a critical matchup against Yale. The Bears must harness their recent success and improve upon any flaws to make a deep run in the tournament.