ODAC Semifinals Preview: Shenandoah vs W&L

ODAC Semifinals Preview: Women's Lacrosse Faces Generals in Championship Rematch

5/1/2026 8:00:00 AM

By: Matt McIntosh '23
LEXINGTON, Va. - The No. 5 Shenandoah University women's lacrosse team takes on top-seeded Washington and Lee University in the rematch of the 2025 ODAC Championship.

The Hornets earned their way to the semifinals with wins over Guilford and Lynchburg in the tournament. The Generals had an undefeated conference schedule this year and earned a double-bye directly into the semifinals.

GAME INFORMATION

Date: Friday, May 1, 2026
Game Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Alston Parker Watt Field (Lexington, VA)

SHENANDOAH VS WASHINGTON & LEE HISTORY

Shenandoah Wins: 1
Washington & Lee Wins: 17
Last Meeting: 4/8/2026 (W&L Won 10-6)
Last Playoff Meeting: 2025 ODAC Championship (W&L Won 14-6)

2026 SHENANDOAH WOMEN'S LACROSSE

Record: 12-7, 5-3 ODAC
Head Coach: Lindsey Lutz (18th Season)
Goals Leaders: Emily Ransom (51), Ayla Jantz (48), Addison Harmel (39)
Assists Leaders: Natalie Opatovsky (29), Cameryn Bowker (23), Sofia Albi (13)
Caused Turnover Leaders: Addison Harmel (29), Talia Maria (22), Victoria Wunderlich (12), Nicole Graham (12)
Goalies: Maddie Gaboury (9 wins, 11.27 GAA), Madison Perry (2 wins, 7.77 GAA), Erin Nash (1 win, 2.40 GAA)
Team Stats: 251 goals, 144 caused turnovers, 115 saves

2026 WASHINGTON & LEE WOMEN'S LACROSSE

Record: 13-4, 8-0 ODAC
Head Coach: Maddie Coleman (4th Season)
Goals Leaders: Lara Baki (43), Hannah Van Son (40), Kelly Polacek (28)
Assists Leaders: Kelly Polcek (31), Emma Marsh (18), Grace Kim (12)
Caused Turnover Leaders: Dagny Tombaugh (22), Taylor Bainbridge (16), Ciara Smith (15)
Goalies: Iman Haddad (13 wins, 8.00 GAA), Hailey Sarno (0 wins, 1.16 GAA), Gabbi Bici (0 wins, 2.31 GAA)
Team Stats: 247 goals, 170 caused turnovers, 114 saves

#GoSUHornets
 
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