Israel Races Out to Historic World Bronze vs. Haudenosaunee
Israel's women's lacrosse team secured a historic bronze medal at the World Lacrosse Women's Championship by defeating the Haudenosaunee team 7-4. The match marked a significant milestone for both programs on the international stage.
Why it matters
This victory represents a major development in the growth and competitiveness of international women's lacrosse.
No matter the result, Sunday was going to be historic at the World Lacrosse Women's Championship.
Israel beat the Haudenosaunee, 7-4, for the bronze in a landmark moment for the nation's lacrosse program and in World Lacrosse history. It was also the best-ever finish for the Haudenosaunee women's program.
Both teams were resilient in the tournament with gutsy efforts. Racheli Levy-Smith represented that for Israel, playing through a hand injury in a moment she wouldn't miss for the world.
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