Team Defense / Athleticism on the defense and through the middle of the field / Goalie = National Championship.

Yes, you have to score goals but having a high powered offense will not hep you win if you are lacking in the other areas.

As the sayings go, pitching beats hitting and defense wins championships.

Teams with the athletes and courage to play Man to man should be applauded! Toughest thing to do in women’s lacrosse is be put on an island out in space and be asked to defend 1 v 1. (Goalie have it tough as well 😃).

Carolina offense is fantastic but they would win if it were only average. They would Not win with the same offense if they were average on the back end or through the middle.