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Giandonato Named IWLCA Offensive Player of the Week
Pitt Panthers #H2P
Published on Feb. 19, 2026
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Kaitlyn Giandonato, a junior from Malvern, PA, has been named the IWLCA Offensive Player of the Week after leading the Pitt Panthers women's lacrosse team to their first-ever top-15 win against Duke last week. Giandonato recorded four goals, two assists, three ground balls, four caused turnovers, and one draw control in the victory.
Why it matters
This award recognition highlights Giandonato's standout performance that helped the Panthers achieve their first-ever national ranking at No. 25. The win over Duke was a significant milestone for the program, which is continuing to build momentum and establish itself as a competitive force in women's lacrosse.
The details
Giandonato's all-around effort was critical to Pitt's wire-to-wire victory over then-No. 14 Duke. Her four goals matched the team's leading scorer, Maureen McNierney, and her caused turnovers on the ride created multiple scoring opportunities for the Panthers. This performance has helped Giandonato climb the Pitt record books, as she now ranks fifth in career goals (47) and sixth in career points (62) in just over two years of action.
- Pitt defeated Duke last week.
- The Panthers entered the IWLCA Division I Coaches Poll at No. 25 on Monday morning.
The players
Kaitlyn Giandonato
A junior from Malvern, PA who plays for the Pitt Panthers women's lacrosse team.
Maureen McNierney
A Pitt Panthers women's lacrosse player who matched Giandonato's four goals in the win over Duke.
What’s next
Pitt looks to continue their hot start Wednesday as they make the quick trip to State College to face No. 23 Penn State at 5 p.m.
The takeaway
Giandonato's standout performance has helped the Pitt women's lacrosse team achieve a historic milestone, earning their first-ever national ranking. This recognition showcases the team's growing competitiveness and the individual talent of players like Giandonato, who are leading the charge for the Panthers.
