Colorado Lacrosse Stars Peluso and Pisani Shine with Big 12 Weekly Honors

Jess Peluso and Madeline Pisani from the Colorado lacrosse team have been making headlines. Recently, Peluso was named Big 12 Defensive Player of the Week, and Pisani was chosen as Attack Player of the Week. This marks the seventh and eighth weekly honors for the Buffaloes this season, showcasing their strong performances.

Peluso’s recognition is significant—it’s her fourth career award overall and her second as the Big 12’s Defensive Player of the Week. In a recent game against San Diego State, she achieved a career-high of 12 draw controls, along with one ground ball. Peluso ranks second in the Big 12 for draw controls per game, averaging 6.40, which places her 31st in the NCAA. Over the season, she has participated in all ten games, accumulating impressive stats: 64 draw controls, 18 ground balls, and nine caused turnovers.

On the offensive side, Pisani’s achievement is noteworthy as well. This is her second conference award, and it’s her first with the Big 12. In her performance against San Diego State, she tied her personal bests with nine points and seven goals, plus two assists. Currently, she ranks in the top ten in the Big 12 for points, goals, and assists per game. Pisani holds a special place in Colorado’s history, as her seven goals tie her for third-most in a single game.

As a team, the Buffaloes are coming off a strong start, winning their conference opener against the Aztecs with a score of 16-12. Historically, Colorado has a solid record in conference games, with a winning percentage of .714 across various leagues. They’re gearing up for their next match against Arizona State on April 6.

Before the season began, Colorado was anticipated to perform well, being picked second in the Preseason Big 12 Coaches’ Poll. Their roster includes standout players like Madeline Pisani, who has been recognized as a Preseason All-America Honorable Mention. With experienced coaching from Ann Elliott Whidden, who has received multiple accolades for her coaching prowess, the Buffaloes are set to make an impact this season.

Now more than ever, individual performances are crucial in collegiate sports. As fans follow the Buffs, it’s clear that players like Peluso and Pisani are not just contributing to their team’s successes; they are also establishing their legacies in Colorado lacrosse history. For the latest updates, fans can turn to CUBuffs.com where they can find schedules, results, and more.

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