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Duke Opens NCAA Tournament Friday Against Loyola

DURHAM - Duke is set for the 2024 NCAA Women's Lacrosse Tournament as it takes on No. 8 Loyola Friday in first round action. Opening draw is set for 4 p.m., on ESPN+.

Duke in the NCAA Tournament

  • Duke makes its 22nd NCAA Tournament appearance and the first since 2022.
  • The Blue Devils own a 27-21 overall record on the big stage that includes 16 quarterfinal and seven semifinal appearances. Duke last made the semifinals in 2015.
  • Under the direction of head coach Kerstin Kimel, the program is 16-3 in first-round play, having won 14 consecutive first-round matchups.