WASHINGTON – The No. 25 Georgetown University women's lacrosse team (11-4, 5-0 BIG EAST) remained undefeated in conference play on Saturday morning, holding off the Villanova University Wildcats (8-6, 2-3 BIG EAST) for a 9-8 victory at Villanova Stadium. The Blue & Gray utilized a strong third-quarter push and a resilient defensive effort to secure their fifth consecutive BIG EAST win and remain at the top of the conference standings.
HOW IT HAPPENED
- The two sides battled through a defensive opening half, entering the locker room tied at 4-4 after Sophia Loschert and Molly Davies provided the early spark for the Hoya attack.
- Georgetown took control in the third quarter, outscoring the Wildcats 3-2. Goals from Loschert, Lauren Steer, and Reagan Ziegler gave the Hoyas a 7-4 lead before the Wildcats answered with two man-up goals to close the gap.
- In the fourth quarter, Anne McGovern and Loschert found the back of the net to extend the lead to 9-6.
- The Hoya defense stood tall in the closing minutes, as Leah Warehime recorded a crucial save on a Villanova free-position attempt with under a minute remaining to preserve the one-goal victory.
HOYA HIGHLIGHTS
- Loschert led the offensive charge with a hat trick (3G) and added an assist for a four-point performance.
- McGovern fueled the attack with three points on one goal and a team-high two assists.
- Davies continued her scoring streak with two goals, while Lauren Steer (1G, 1A), Ziegler (1G), and Betsy Burton (1G) rounded out the scoring for the Blue & Gray.
- Gracie Driggs was a vital presence in the center circle, leading the team with seven draw controls.
- The Hoyas controlled the pace of play for much of the morning, outshooting the Wildcats 29-25.
- Graduate goalkeeper Warehime was the anchor of the defense, recording eight saves—including the game-sealing stop in the final minute—to secure her 11th win of the season.
UP NEXT
Following the victory, Georgetown moves to 5-0 in BIG EAST play. The Hoyas will return home to the District for their regular-season finale against No.18 Denver on Saturday, April 25. Opening draw at Cooper Field is scheduled for 12 p.m., and the game will be broadcast live on ESPN+.