Denver Women's Lacrosse Dominates USC 15-4

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Denver's women's lacrosse team defeated USC 15-4 on Thursday night in Los Angeles, California. The Pioneers quickly established control of the game, taking a 2-0 lead within the first four minutes. Denver's defense forced four turnovers on USC's initial possessions and kept the Trojans scoreless in the first quarter. The Pioneers extended their lead to 10-3 by halftime and continued their strong play in the third quarter, adding two more goals to lead 12-3. In the fourth quarter, Karleigh Mutch scored her first career goal, and Ripple completed her performance with her fifth goal of the game, securing the 15-4 victory for Denver.

Why it matters

This dominant performance by the Denver women's lacrosse team suggests a well-rounded offensive strategy and the ability to adapt to defensive pressure. Maintaining this balanced attack could be key to future success for the Pioneers.

The details

Denver quickly established control of the game, taking a 2-0 lead within the first four minutes on goals from senior Ryan Dineen and Caroline Keil. Ripple and Keil added to the lead, pushing it to 4-0 while Denver's defense forced four turnovers on USC's initial possessions and kept the Trojans scoreless in the first quarter. USC scored early in the second quarter, but Denver responded with goals from Ripple, Dineen, and Eva Thomsen-Marr, extending their lead to 10-3 by halftime. Denver continued its strong play in the third quarter, adding two more goals to lead 12-3. In the fourth quarter, Karleigh Mutch scored her first career goal, and Ripple completed her performance with her fifth goal of the game.

• The game took place on Thursday night in Los Angeles, California.
• Denver will play Arizona State on Sunday afternoon in Tempe, Arizona.

What’s next

Denver's next game is scheduled for Sunday afternoon against Arizona State in Tempe, Arizona.