Johns Hopkins women's lacrosse team reached a historic milestone by advancing to their first NCAA Women's Lacrosse Championship weekend, led by standout defender Reagan O'Brien. In a nail-biting quarterfinal against Stony Brook, with under two minutes remaining and trailing 12-11, O'Brien executed crucial defensive plays to regain possession and set up a game-tying goal. Her leadership and experience shone through as she made pivotal plays, culminating in a last-second goal by Taylor Hoss to secure the win. The Blue Jays now prepare to face top-ranked Northwestern for a shot at the championship.

By the Numbers
  • Reagan O'Brien leads NCAA women’s lacrosse with 249 career caused turnovers.
  • Johns Hopkins engineered nine comeback wins in four seasons under Coach Tim McCormack when entering the fourth quarter down.
State of Play
  • The Blue Jays will face top-ranked Northwestern on Friday at Martin Stadium.
  • This marks the first appearance for Johns Hopkins in the Women's Lacrosse Final Four.
What's Next

The Blue Jays are preparing intensively for the championship match, focusing on refining their defensive strategies and maintaining momentum from their recent victory. Expectations are high as they aim to secure a historic win against the top-ranked opponent.

Bottom Line

The journey of the Johns Hopkins women's lacrosse team illustrates how focusing on small, critical moments can build toward monumental achievements. As they enter Championship Weekend, the Blue Jays are not just competing for a title, but for a legacy defined by resilience and teamwork.