Reagan O’Brien’s double-double of 12 caused turnovers and 10 ground balls sparked Johns Hopkins women’s lacrosse to a win over Liberty.

The defending champion Eagles (17-2), who had a bye in the first round, have reached the national championship game in the last seven NCAA tournaments.

Thanks to a 16-2 record, undefeated in-conference season and Big Ten Tournament title, the No. 3 Northwestern Wildcats received a first-round bye in the 2025 NCAA Women's Lacrosse Tournament. The 'Cats now know their next opponent after Michigan took down Akron, 17-6, on Friday afternoon.