#4 'Cuse Clashes with #17 Duke Saturday

Syracuse looks to extend 10-game win streak in pivotal ACC matchup

Apr. 3, 2026 at 4:00pm

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A fragmented, cubist-style painting depicting the dynamic action of a women's lacrosse game, with players and the field broken down into sharp, overlapping geometric shapes in shades of orange, blue, and white.Two top-20 women's lacrosse teams clash in a pivotal ACC matchup, with Syracuse looking to extend its 10-game winning streak.Durham Today

No. 4 Syracuse women's lacrosse team (10-3, 5-2 ACC) travels to Durham, North Carolina to take on No. 17 Duke (9-4, 5-2 ACC) on Saturday. The Orange have won 10 straight games, including victories over several ranked opponents, and are looking to extend their winning streak in this pivotal ACC contest.

Why it matters

This matchup between two top-20 teams is crucial for the ACC standings, as Syracuse and Duke are currently tied for third place in the conference. The winner will gain an edge in the race for a high seed in the ACC Tournament.

The details

Syracuse has been led by a dominant defense that has held opponents to just 7.1 goals per game, the third-best mark in the nation. Izzy Lahah and Coco Vandiver anchor the unit, ranking in the top 15 nationally in caused turnovers per game. In net, Daniella Guyette owns the second-best goals against average in the country at 6.88. On offense, Molly Guzik and Mackenzie Rich have paced the Orange, combining for 61 points.

  • The game is scheduled for Saturday, April 4 at 4 p.m. in Durham, North Carolina.
  • Syracuse has won 10 straight games since their last loss on March 1.

The players

Izzy Lahah

A standout defender for Syracuse, averaging 2.83 caused turnovers per game, which ranks in the top 10 nationally.

Molly Guzik

The Orange's leading goal scorer with 33 goals and 10 assists in 13 games this season.

Coco Vandiver

Syracuse's all-time leader in caused turnovers, surpassing 102 in her career.

Daniella Guyette

The Orange's starting goalkeeper, owning the second-best goals against average in the nation at 6.88.

Eva Pronti

Duke's leading scorer with 59 points and second in the ACC in assists with 41.

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What they’re saying

“We've had a great run, but this Duke game is a huge test for us. They're a very talented team and we'll need to bring our best effort to come out on top.”

— Regy Thorpe, Syracuse Head Coach

What’s next

The winner of this game will gain an advantage in the race for a high seed in the upcoming ACC Tournament.

The takeaway

This matchup between two top-20 teams is a critical conference clash that will have major implications for the ACC standings and postseason positioning. Syracuse's stifling defense will be put to the test against Duke's high-powered offense in what should be an exciting and hard-fought battle.