Notre Dame women's lacrosse: Cavs clip Irish

Cortney Fortunato and Rachel Sexton each scored two goals but it wasn’t enough for No. 8 Notre Dame in a 13-8 loss Saturday to No. 16 Virginia at Arlotta Stadium.

The Cavaliers (7-6, 1-3 ACC) held a 4-1 halftime lead, bolstered by 11 first half saves by goalkeeper Liz Colgan.

Notre Dame (8-5, 1-4 ACC) held a 31-27 edge in the game on shots but 16 saves by Colgan helped the Cavaliers claim the win.

Goalie Allie Murray made 10 saves for Notre Dame.