The UW-River Falls women's lacrosse team is back at Ramer Field this Wednesday, April 1, for a 5 p.m. matchup against UW-La Crosse. The contest will serve as the program's LaCROSSe Out Cancer game, raising awareness and support for pediatric cancer research.
Wednesday's matchup highlights the
LaCROSSe Out Cancer initiative in partnership with the Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation. The initiative brings teams together to help address the urgent need for childhood cancer research funding, as 41 children are diagnosed with cancer each day in the United States while only a small percentage of federal funding is dedicated to pediatric cancer research.
UW-RIVER FALLS (9-2, 2-0 WIAC) VS UW-LACROSSE (7-1, 1-0 WIAC)
Date: Wednesday, April 1
Time: 5 p.m.
Site: River Falls, Wis. // Ramer Field
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THE SERIES
The Falcons hold a 7-3 advantage in the last 10 matchups dating back to 2021. UWRF owns a 3-2 record at home in the series. Despite overall success, UW-La Crosse enters Wednesday having won the last three meetings, including a narrow 14-13 decision in the most recent matchup on April 2, 2025 in La Crosse, Wis.
FALCON NOTES
- UW-River Falls enters the contest at 9-2 overall and a perfect 5-0 at home this season. The Falcons are coming off a dominant 3-0 week, highlighted by a commanding 26-0 victory over Augsburg, where UWRF held a staggering 47-0 advantage in shots.
- The Falcons have been one of the most explosive offensive teams in the WIAC, averaging 16.36 goals per game while allowing just 6.91 goals per contest.
- UWRF's defense has forced 146 caused turnovers and limited opponents' opportunities all season long with a .477 opponent clear percentage.
- Leading the way for the Falcons continues to be senior Samantha Hayek. Last week Hayek led the offense, averaging five points per game. Avery Watzke has continued to provide offensive depth with 34 total points on the season and tied for second most goals alongside Elizabeth Clough.
With momentum on their side and a strong home-field presence, the Falcons look to continue their winning ways while supporting a meaningful cause on Wednesday evening.
