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Clemson Lacrosse Dominates Vandy In Season Opener
No. 9 Tigers cruise to 20-5 victory over Vanderbilt in home opener
Published on Feb. 7, 2026
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The Clemson women's lacrosse team opened its season with a dominant 20-5 win over Vanderbilt on Saturday. The Tigers, led by standout performances from Brooke Goldstein, Aubrie Eisfeld, and Mikaela Mooney, jumped out to an early lead and never looked back, coasting to victory in front of a raucous home crowd.
Why it matters
This victory marks the fourth consecutive season-opening win for the Clemson lacrosse program, which is quickly establishing itself as a force to be reckoned with in the college lacrosse landscape. The Tigers' blend of experienced veterans and talented newcomers showcases the depth and potential of the team.
The details
Clemson opened the scoring just 37 seconds into the game with a goal from junior Mikaela Mooney. Sophomore Brooke Goldstein then scored two quick goals to make it 3-0, and the Tigers never looked back, building a 13-2 lead by halftime. Goldstein finished the game with a career-high five goals and two assists, while freshman Aubrie Eisfeld and junior transfer Mooney also recorded hat tricks. The Clemson defense was stifling, forcing nine Vanderbilt turnovers and limiting the Commodores to just 10 shots on goal.
- The game was played on Saturday, February 7, 2026.
- Clemson opened the scoring just 37 seconds into the first quarter.
The players
Brooke Goldstein
A sophomore standout for the Clemson lacrosse team, Goldstein recorded a career-high five goals and two assists in the season-opening win.
Aubrie Eisfeld
A highly touted freshman recruit, Eisfeld notched a hat trick in her collegiate debut, showcasing the depth of Clemson's talented roster.
Mikaela Mooney
A junior transfer from SUNY Albany, Mooney scored three goals and added an assist in the Tigers' dominant victory.
Kayla Macleod
Last year's standout midfielder for Clemson, Macleod recorded two goals and an assist in the season opener.
Alliston Kwolek
The head coach of the Clemson women's lacrosse team, Kwolek has led the program to four consecutive season-opening wins.
What’s next
The Tigers will host Furman at the Clemson Lacrosse Complex on Tuesday in an attempt to extend a perfect 2-0 record against the Paladins and a 2-0 start to the season for the fourth time in four seasons.
The takeaway
Clemson's dominant season-opening victory showcases the program's continued growth and the depth of talent on the roster. With a blend of experienced veterans and promising newcomers, the Tigers have the potential to make a deep run in the NCAA Tournament this season.
