Pitt women’s lacrosse makes last preparations for first game

By Richie Smiechowski, Senior Staff Writer • February 8, 2022

Energy was high among the players and coaches, despite the cold temperatures. Boissonneault said it’s been a challenging journey getting to this point, but after 2 1/2 years of waiting, they’re just ready to play and find out what level they can compete at.

‘Didn’t hesitate’: Boissonneault embraces challenge of building Pitt lacrosse program

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor • January 12, 2022

Emily Boissonneault held a steady, stable assistant coaching position with the James Madison lacrosse program for four years — a team that regularly competes in the National Championship. But when Pitt athletic director Heather Lyke called to offer Boissonneault the job as the Panthers’ first-ever lacrosse coach, she didn’t think twice.

Pitt women’s lacrosse looks to make statement in inaugural season

By Jermaine Sykes, Staff Writer • January 11, 2022

With the spring season looming, Pitt’s youngest varsity team is preparing for its inaugural season. Panthers women’s lacrosse is aiming for early success in one of the deepest conferences in the NCAA.

Highmark Stadium welcomes Pitt fans as temporary women’s lacrosse home

By Alexander Ganias, Staff Writer • September 28, 2021

Pitt women’s lacrosse has a temporary home at Highmark Stadium. At Sunday’s playday, Pitt fans got a first look at the newest Panther sports venue and all the amenities it offers.

Lacrosse opens fall slate with playday vs. Duquesne

By Alexander Ganias, Staff Writer • September 27, 2021

Panthers lacrosse was up bright and early on Sunday morning for their first interscholastic competition in program history, a playday against crosstown rival Duquesne.

Lacrosse lands second transfer in program history

By Alex Lehmbeck, Senior Staff Writer • June 10, 2020

Pitt women’s lacrosse inches closer to filling out a complete roster with the addition of former Jacksonville University defender Brittney Villhauer.

Lacrosse recruits remain active despite quarantine

By Alex Lehmbeck, Senior Staff Writer • April 3, 2020

Although in-person schooling, practices and competitions have been placed on hold, Pitt's lacrosse recruits have continued to improve their games.

Boissonneault adds three new players to Pitt lacrosse

By Ben Bobeck, Senior Staff Writer • March 19, 2020

Despite the cancellation of all ACC spring sports, head lacrosse coach Emily Boissonneault has powered through, announcing the addition of three new players from the Pitt club team on Thursday.

Boissonneault, Pitt lacrosse prepare for 2021 debut

By Ben Bobeck, Senior Staff Writer • September 26, 2019

Though Pitt women’s lacrosse won’t play its first season until 2021, head coach Emily Boissonneault has embraced the unique challenge of building a program from the ground up.