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USF Women's Lacrosse Hosts No. 5 Florida

Bulls Looking to End Florida’s 54-Game Win Streak Against Unranked Opponents

February 17, 2025

Game Details: Tuesday, Feb. 18, Times: 6:00 p.m.
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TAMPA, FEB. 17, 2025 – The University of South Florida women's lacrosse team continues its historic inaugural season with its toughest test yet, hosting No. 5 Florida on Tuesday night 6:00 p.m. at Corbett Stadium.
 
The Bulls (3-0) remain unbeaten after a dominant win over Lehigh and now prepare for their first-ever matchup against a ranked opponent. The Gators (2-1) enter the contest following a loss (14-9) to No. 3 UNC. The game will be streamed live on ESPN+.
 
Setting The Stage:
USF has impressed early in its debut season, securing three straight victories while having never trailed, showcasing a balanced attack and strong defensive play. Florida, a perennial powerhouse and 2024 NCAA quarterfinalist, presents a significant challenge as USF looks to make a statement against one of the nation's best.
 
Series History:
This is the first meeting between USF and Florida in women's lacrosse history. Mindy has coached against Florida 13 times in her career, with one career win. Jacksonville University defeated No. 5 Florida 12-11 on March 13, 2021. Since then, Florida has had 54 consecutive wins against unranked opponents.
 
Note-A-Bull:
USF's offense averages 15.7 goals per game, led by graduate attacker Juliana George with 12 points (eight goals and four assists) on the season. Alison Harbaugh ranks 34th in the NCAA with five assists already.
 
Goalkeeper Paige Pagano has been a force in the cage, ranking sixth in the NCAA in saves (30 saves).
 
The Bulls are holding opponents to just 7.0 goals per game, having only given up two first-quarter goals in three games.
 
Additional Notes:
  • Florida is ranked No. 5 in the latest IWLCA poll.
  • The Bulls are looking for their first win over a ranked opponent in program history.
  • South Florida has yet to trail in any of their three games this season.
  • USF is playing the second game of a four-game homestand.
 
Tickets:
Tickets to watch USF women's lacrosse at Corbett Stadium may be purchased by calling 1-800-GoBulls or clicking HERE.
 
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About USF Women's Lacrosse
The University of South Florida announced the addition of women's lacrosse to its now 21-sport varsity athletics department in November of 2021. Fast forward to Feb. 7, 2025, the program embarked on its inaugural season in a 19-6 win over KSU, setting the State of Florida's regular season attendance record (2,386 fans). The Bulls named eight-time conference coach of the year Mindy McCord to lead the program in May of 2022. McCord, who came to USF with 240 career wins, earned 21 regular season and conference tournament titles at Jacksonville University. She led the program to eight NCAA appearances after launching and leading the Dolphins' program over its first 13 years. She developed 13 All-Americans, 81 all-conference selections, and 13 conference Player of the Year honorees during that span, departing JU following to back Sweet Sixteen berths. USF runs a fast-paced, high-scoring offense influenced by the early 1990s Loyola Marymount men's basketball record-setting fast break, which ranked among the national leaders in shots, points per game, and scoring margin numerous seasons during McCord's tenure at JU.

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