They say the devil is in the details. But in Durham, the Blue Devils are all about the numbers.
Graduate student Emma Worthington is a pro at setting up her teammates for success. In the Blue Devils’ recent victory over Clemson, she reached a remarkable milestone of 2500 career assists. With 1819 assists in her three seasons at Cornell and 788 in her first season with Duke, Worthington’s talent is undeniable. She continued to shine in the rivalry games against North Carolina and N.C. State, racking up 43 and 39 assists, respectively. With her exceptional playmaking skills, Duke is ready to extend their winning streak against Wake Forest.
Duke’s field hockey team faced off against North Carolina in a crucial match to determine the top seed for the ACC tournament. The game started off with a scoreless battle, but Duke managed to take the lead. However, the Tar Heels quickly turned the tide with two goals in just three minutes, snatching the victory away from the Blue Devils. Despite the loss, Duke secured the second seed and will face Wake Forest in the first round of the tournament.
Duke men’s soccer team, after an impressive regular season, enters the ACC Championships as the fifth seed. Their only three losses came from ACC opponents, including Clemson, who handed them their first defeat of the season. Led by graduate student Forster Ajago and talented freshman goalkeeper Julian Eyestone, the Blue Devils are determined to avenge their losses and compete for the ACC Championship.
Amina Maatoug, a rising star in Duke’s cross country team, continues to shine. The Dutch runner finished second at the ACC Championships, setting a new personal best in the 6k race. Her outstanding performance helped the Blue Devils secure seventh place overall. Maatoug’s achievement is the highest finish for a Duke runner since 2013. As the team looks ahead to the NCAA Southeast Regional, they rely on Maatoug’s talent to qualify for the NCAA Championship.
The Blue Devils are making waves in various sports, breaking records and igniting rivalries. With their exceptional athletes and determination, Duke is ready to take on any challenge that comes their way.