Lily Lou has quickly established herself as a force to be reckoned with in the world of lacrosse. Her achievements in high school and her stellar freshman year at the U.S. Naval Academy have marked her as an athlete to watch.
High School Achievements
While playing lacrosse at St. Thomas Aquinas High School in Fort Lauderdale, Fla, Lily Lou lettered for four years. During her high school career, she earned numerous accolades, including:
- US Lacrosse All American (’19, ’21, ’22)
- US Lacrosse Academic All American (’21, ’22)
- Miami Herald Player of the Year (’21, ’22)
- Sun Sentinel Player of the Year (’22)
- First Team All-District (’19, ’21, ’22)
- First Team All-County (’19, ’21, ’22)
- First Team All-Region (’19, ’21, ’22)
- Team MVP (’21, ’22)
Lou led St. Thomas Aquinas to multiple championships, establishing a legacy of excellence.
Collegiate Career at Navy
Lily Lou's impact was immediate upon entering the U.S. Naval Academy. Her freshman year was marked by exceptional performance and numerous awards.
2023 Season Highlights
In 2023, her freshman year, Lou achieved the following:
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- Selected to the Tewaaraton Award Watch List, marking the first time in Navy history a freshman was named to the list.
- Earned USA Lacrosse Magazine All-American (Honorable Mention).
- Named Inside Lacrosse All-American (Honorable Mention).
- Named IWLCA All-Mid-Atlantic Region (Second Team - First Navy Freshman).
- Selected for the Inside Lacrosse Midseason All-American (Third Team).
- Named to the Inside Lacrosse Power 100 Freshman Preseason Watchlist.
- Earned All-Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) honors.
- Named to the All-Patriot League (First Team).
Throughout the season, Lou consistently delivered outstanding performances. She scored at least one point in 18 of 19 games during the season. She also recorded at least one goal in 16 games with 10 multi-goal performances and eight hat tricks.
Key Statistics
Lou's statistics from her freshman year showcase her versatility and impact on the field:
- 92 points (team-best)
- 42 goals
- 50 assists (team-high)
- 51 draw controls
- 25 ground balls
- 20 caused turnovers
She registered a season-best 10 points on a school-record eight goals against Mount St. Mary’s. Lou also notched five goals at East Carolina and four scores against Holy Cross . She also had hat tricks against #11 Duke, Lehigh, Lafayette, Boston University, and #16 Army (Star Game).
Lou recorded five or more assists in four games with a season-high eight helpers against Oregon. She notched six assists versus #19 Jacksonville with five helpers against Monmouth and #18 Richmond. Lou won draw controls in all 19 games with multiple draws in 16 contests, including a season-best six DC at #16 Army (Star Game). She picked up ground balls in 14 games with multiple GB in six contests, including a season-high four against Boston University (Patriot League Tournament). Caused turnovers happened in 13 games with seven multi-CT performances.
Lou was named Patriot League Midfielder of the Week (March 27) and Patriot League Rookie of the Week (Feb.).
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Here is a table summarizing Lily Lou's key stats from her freshman year:
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Points | 92 |
| Goals | 42 |
| Assists | 50 |
| Draw Controls | 51 |
| Ground Balls | 25 |
| Caused Turnovers | 20 |
Lily Lou's early career success points to a promising future in lacrosse. Her dedication and skill make her a standout player with the potential for continued growth and achievement.
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