UNC Holds Strong at No. 1, Major Shifts in Top 10
NORTHBOROUGH, Mass.— North Carolina continues to set the pace in Division I, using a late surge to power past Syracuse on Friday afternoon and secure a hard-fought victory to remain atop the latest poll.
Stanford climbs to No. 2 after edging No. 9 Clemson in a thrilling one-goal battle. Maryland checks in at No. 3 following a commanding 17–9 win over Virginia.
Northwestern slides to No. 4 after a tough loss to Colorado Boulder on Monday. With Colorado’s win, the Buffaloes join the Top 25 rankings, landing at No. 18.
The biggest move of the week belongs to Notre Dame, which vaults 11 spots to No. 5 after an impressive 12–9 win over then-No. 3 Boston College. The Eagles shift to No. 6 in this week’s rankings.
In total, 25 teams are represented in the poll, with voters—college coaches from across the nation—reflecting the latest results across women’s lacrosse. The rankings are based on weekly performances, with the poll set to be released each Monday throughout the season.