Panthers Stay Perfect, Hold Top Spot in Division III Poll
NORTHBOROUGH, Mass.— Middlebury College remains atop the Division III rankings, opening the season with a perfect 4–0 record. The Panthers now turn their attention to a NESCAC showdown against No. 24 Trinity (CT) this Saturday.
Wesleyan climbs to No. 2 in this week’s poll following a convincing 10–7 victory over No. 9 Franklin & Marshall.
Tufts moves to No. 3, while Salisbury and York (PA) each rise one spot to round out the Top 5.
Notably, Amherst jumps to No. 8 after knocking off Tufts 14-13 in an overtime thriller this past Saturday.
In total, 25 teams are represented in the poll, with voters—college coaches from across the nation—reflecting the latest results across women’s lacrosse. The rankings are based on weekly performances, with the poll set to be released each Monday throughout the season.