In a thrilling matinee showdown, Sun Devil Lacrosse edged out Marquette 19-16, avenging last year's overtime heartbreak. The dynamic duo of Jordyn Behar and Teagan Ng led the charge, combining for an impressive 11 goals and three assists at Sun Devil Lacrosse Stadium.
Ng's standout performance brought her within striking distance of the program's career goal-scoring record, just five goals shy of Kerri Clayton's 146. Lydia Oldknow and Addie Shevitz also made their mark with hat tricks, contributing to ASU's near 20-goal explosion.
Freshman goalkeeper Gabriella Henry made her first career start, recording five saves in 38 minutes and clinching her debut win. The Sun Devils rotated through their goalies, with Sara Flobeck and Regan Spichiger also seeing action.
Game Breakdown
ASU came out firing, netting the first four goals from four different attackers: Ng, Behar, Oldknow, and Shevitz. Marquette managed one goal before the first quarter ended, leaving ASU with a 4-1 lead.
The second quarter turned into a scoring frenzy, with both teams combining for 14 goals. ASU stretched its lead to six at one point, but Marquette fought back, closing the gap to 11-7 by halftime.
Despite being outscored 6-5 in the third quarter, ASU maintained control with a strong offensive showing and superior draw controls. Flobeck stepped in as goalie, adding a save to her record. ASU held a 16-13 lead going into the final quarter.
In the fourth quarter, both teams managed three goals each. ASU's Oldknow and Behar wrapped up their scoring, while Teagan Lowery added the final goal with just over five minutes remaining. Spichiger's two crucial saves sealed the 19-16 victory.
Key Performances
- Jordyn Behar: Delivered a career-high six goals and two assists, marking back-to-back eight-point games.
- Teagan Ng: Continued her goal-scoring streak to 24 games, now just five goals away from the program record.
- Anna Viglione: Dominated the draw controls with a season-high 14, tying the Big 12 Conference's single-game record.
- Lydia Oldknow: Extended her point-scoring streak to 42 games with three goals and an assist.
ASU's 38 shots marked a season high, showcasing their offensive prowess. With this win, the Sun Devils are proving to be a formidable force, blending veteran leadership and fresh talent in a promising season.