Press Release: Penn Lacrosse’s Karin Brower Marks Legacy with 12 Ivy League Championships
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Over 25 seasons, Karin Brower has transformed the University of Pennsylvania women’s lacrosse team into a national powerhouse, clinching 12 Ivy League championships and earning accolades such as the 2007 National Coach of the Year. Under her tutelage, the Quakers achieved a remarkable run from 2007 to 2023, consistently competing at the highest level.
Brower’s tenure features highlights including a bittersweet NCAA Finals appearance in 2008, where the team fell to Northwestern but had previously clinched the No. 1 national ranking after a stunning victory over the Wildcats. The Quakers have consistently reached the NCAA Championships, including a remarkable stretch of 13 consecutive appearances before the pandemic.
In 2023, the team, with a record of 15-5, reached the NCAA Championship quarterfinals, showcasing defensive prowess with an impressive national ranking and individual accolades for players like Izzy Rohr, who repeated as Ivy League Defender of the Year.
Brower’s coaching legacy is further enhanced by her all-time record of 269 wins against 136 losses, making her Penn’s winningest coach. Her Ivy League regular season record stands at 118-43, with 97 victories since 2007, including a historic 36-game undefeated streak.
Inducted into multiple halls of fame, including the Eastern PA chapter of US Lacrosse, Brower has vastly impacted lacrosse, not only at Penn but through her earlier coaching roles at prestigious programs. Her exceptional leadership continues to inspire future generations, ensuring that the Quakers will remain competitive in the Ivy League and beyond.
As the team prepares for another promising season in 2024, Brower’s legacy is a testament to dedication, skill, and the winning spirit of Penn lacrosse.
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