Marquette Women's Lacrosse Heads to Arizona State for Key Matchup

Golden Eagles look to rebound after loss to Northwestern, face evenly matched Sun Devils

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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The Marquette University women's lacrosse team, currently ranked 10th nationally in goals per game, is heading to Tempe, Arizona to take on Arizona State on Tuesday, February 24th. The Golden Eagles are coming off a tough 25-7 loss to No. 4 Northwestern but showcased their offensive versatility, with six different players scoring. The series history between Marquette and Arizona State is evenly matched at 1-1, adding intrigue to this contest.

Why it matters

This matchup presents a key opportunity for Marquette to build momentum and showcase their offensive prowess. The Golden Eagles are leading the BIG EAST conference in goals per game and shooting accuracy, fueled by a balanced scoring attack. A win against Arizona State could help Marquette climb the national rankings and establish themselves as a force to be reckoned with in women's lacrosse.

The details

Marquette's offensive firepower is undeniable, as they are averaging nearly 16 goals per game and boasting a .529 team shot percentage, which ranks 12th best in Division I and tops in the BIG EAST. This efficiency is driven by a balanced scoring attack, with 12 players contributing points and nine scoring multiple goals. Senior Tess Osburn and freshman Dani Serrano are key players to watch, with Osburn ranking 11th nationally in goals and 12th in points, while Serrano ranks 24th nationally in assists.

  • The Marquette vs. Arizona State game will take place on Tuesday, February 24th, at 1:00 p.m. CT.
  • Following a tough 25-7 loss to No. 4 Northwestern, Marquette looks to rebound against Arizona State.

The players

Tess Osburn

A senior who is currently ranking 11th nationally with 14 goals and 12th with 19 points.

Dani Serrano

A freshman who is making an immediate impact, ranking 24th nationally in assists (8) and contributing significantly to the team's overall offensive flow.

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