The UAlbany women's lacrosse team faced a tough defeat against #4 Johns Hopkins, losing 21-7 in the opening round of the 2026 NCAA Tournament. UAlbany, with a season record of 12-6, saw four players contribute with multiple goals, but were overwhelmed by a strong Blue Jays offense that established an early lead and never looked back. The game concluded UAlbany's season and marked another noteworthy win for Johns Hopkins, who improved their record to 15-4.

By the Numbers
  • Final Score: UAlbany 7, Johns Hopkins 21
  • Four UAlbany players scored two goals each: Catrina Rowe, Mya Carroll, Jaedyn Frink, and Kloey Roos.
  • Ravan Marsell led the team with 37 assists this season.
  • Grace Cincebox made 7 saves in goal.
Yes, But

Despite showing early promise with a quick goal, UAlbany struggled to maintain momentum as Johns Hopkins dominated, scoring 21 goals largely unchallenged after their initial response to Frink's opener. This raises questions about UAlbany's ability to compete against higher-ranked teams.

State of Play
  • The loss concludes UAlbany's season with a respectable overall record of 12-6.
  • Johns Hopkins advances with a strong season performance, solidifying their position among the top teams in the NCAA tournament.
What's Next

With this defeat, UAlbany will focus on building for the next season, potentially analyzing strategies to tighten defense and capitalize more on offensive opportunities to better compete against top-tier teams.

Bottom Line

UAlbany’s early exit from the NCAA tournament underscores the need for strategic improvements in their game. As they regroup, the emphasis will need to be on both offense and defense to elevate their performance in upcoming seasons.