In a gripping matchup, Northwestern University Lacrosse triumphed over the University of Maryland with an 11-10 victory, demonstrating their prowess in the fourth quarter. The Wildcats, who were trailing 8-7, showcased their resilience as freshman Kate Ratanaproeksa scored a key goal to extend their lead. Madison Taylor was instrumental, scoring four goals and securing five draw controls. The game shifted momentum in the second half as Northwestern improved their draw control performance, winning 8 out of 14 draws. Despite Maryland's early dominance, the Wildcats forced 16 turnovers and received crucial saves from goalkeeper Jenika Cuocco. This win not only adds to Northwestern's impressive streak of five consecutive victories but also marks them as the first team since 2012 to defeat two No. 1 teams in the same season, solidifying their status as a formidable contender in the upcoming Big Ten tournament and NCAA Championship.