University of North Carolina Athletics
University of North Carolina Athletics • • sports
Key Points:
- Defending NCAA champion North Carolina defeated Maryland 16-6 in the Women's Lacrosse Tournament semifinal, advancing to the national championship game for the second consecutive year.
- North Carolina dominated the second half, holding Maryland to just one goal over the final 27 minutes, with Chloe Humphrey leading the Tar Heels with five goals and an assist.
- The Tar Heels improved to 19-1 on the season, snapping Maryland's six-game winning streak and securing their 10th consecutive win.
- North Carolina will face either top-seeded Northwestern or fourth-seeded Johns Hopkins in the NCAA final on Sunday at noon on ESPNU, seeking their fifth national championship.
- UNC controlled the game with 37 shots (27 on goal) compared to Maryland's 23 shots (12 on goal), showcasing strong offensive and defensive performances throughout the match.