Women’s Lacrosse Continues Push to Playoff Berth with an Overtime Win Against San Jose State

With this win, the Gaels have surged to their best start in the past three seasons, boasting a solid 3–3 record. Their sights are now set on securing one of the final playoff spots, with just two games remaining in the season.

by Club Sports | March 11, 2024

What a thrilling start to Club Sports Days on campus! On March 9, the Women’s Lacrosse team went head-to-head with conference rival San Jose State University in a nail-biting match. In the final minutes of regulation play, with the Spartans holding a slim two goal lead, the Gaels rallied back, scoring the tying goal as the clock wound down. The excitement only intensified in overtime when the Gaels seized an opportunity, causing a turnover and swiftly capitalizing on it. Gabi Laguero ’27 delivered the winning shot, sealing a memorable victory for the team.

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No. 16 Haeme Chee ‘24 sweeps past the defender during the game against San Jose State on Saturday, March 9
On the move: No. 16 Haeme Chee ’24 sweeps past the defender during the game against San Jose State on Saturday, March 9.

With this win, the Gaels have surged to their best start in the past three seasons, boasting a solid 3–3 record. Their sights are now set on securing one of the final playoff spots, with just two games remaining in the season.

 

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No. 8 Ariam Semere ‘24 shoots for the goal in the match against the Spartans.
Aiming to score: No. 8 Ariam Semere ’24 shoots for the goal in the match against the Spartans. / Photo by Rebecca Harper
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No. 25 Gabi Laugero ‘27 has the goal in sight as she runs past the defender.
Goal in Sight: No. 25 Gabi Laugero ±27 runs past the San Jose State defense. / Photo by Rebecca Harper

UP NEXT: Gaels Face Aggies

We invite you to join us in cheering on the team as they continue their pursuit of success! Mark your calendars for March 17 at 10 a.m., when the Gaels face off against the UC Davis Aggies. Your support makes all the difference. Go Gaels!