Boston College Lacrosse Prepares for Showdown with No. 1 North Carolina
As Boston College lacrosse gears up for a high-stakes clash against top-ranked North Carolina, fans are in for an exciting matchup this Saturday at noon, broadcast on ACC Network.
Eagles on the Rise
Boston College is coming off an impressive victory over then-No. 23 Pitt, where they rallied with a commanding fourth-quarter performance to secure a 12-8 win.
The Eagles' offense was spearheaded by Lily Kondas, who notched her first career hat trick. Casey Colbert contributed significantly with two goals, an assist, and two ground balls, while Molly Driscoll added three points to the scoreboard.
Marissa White and Kylee Colbert also found the net, with Kylee adding an assist and two ground balls to her tally. On the defensive end, Shea Baker and Kaitlyn Cole each caused two turnovers, with Baker leading the team in ground balls.
Giulia Colarusso was a force across the field, securing six draw controls and adding a goal and an assist.
What a Win Would Mean
A victory against North Carolina would be monumental for Boston College, improving their record to 6-4 overall and 5-2 in the ACC. It would also end UNC’s 30-game winning streak and mark BC’s first road win over a No. 1 team since 2023. Additionally, it would be the Eagles’ highest-ranked win of the season.
By the Numbers
Boston College is making waves nationally, ranking fifth with an average of just 10.1 turnovers per game. Their defensive efficiency in wins stands at 23.1, placing them sixth in the nation.
The Eagles have been sharing the ball effectively, assisting on 59.5% of goals during their win streak. Since 2017, BC has racked up 165 wins, and Shea Dolce is a standout with 578 wins, ranking second in school history and among active goalies in the country.
Facing a Tough Schedule
The Eagles face a challenging road ahead, with five of their last six opponents ranked in the top 25, including No. 1 UNC, No.
2 Stanford, and No. 9 Syracuse.
According to Lacrosse Reference, BC has the fourth-hardest schedule, with upcoming opponents boasting a combined record of 33-11.
Milestone for Driscoll
Molly Driscoll recently reached a career milestone, hitting 100 career points after assisting Kylee Colbert. This season, Driscoll is averaging a career-high 3.3 points and leads the team with 30 points.
Hitting Their Stride
Boston College enters Saturday’s game on a three-game win streak, allowing just seven goals per game in that span and causing 24 turnovers. Seven players have tallied at least five points during this stretch, with Colarusso and Driscoll leading the charge.
Scouting North Carolina
The undefeated Tar Heels are 8-0, fresh off a dominant 20-3 victory over California. Chloe Humphrey leads UNC with 38 goals and 17 assists. The Tar Heels boast five players with at least 20 points, and Betty Nelson anchors the defense in goal, maintaining a 6.51 goals-against average.
Series History
Boston College has historically struggled against North Carolina, with an 8-24 record. The Eagles are looking for their first win in Chapel Hill since 2019, after narrowly losing both matchups last season.
Following this pivotal game, BC will return home to take on No. 2 Stanford, continuing their challenging schedule on the ACC Network.