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Maryland Charm claim inaugural WLL championship with win over California Palms

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 1:54 AM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Maryland Charm claim inaugural WLL championship with win over California Palms

Summary

The Maryland Charm secured the Women’s Lacrosse League championship by defeating the California Palms 16-13 on Saturday in Philadelphia. After a challenging start to the season, the Charm finished with a 4-1 record and demonstrated significant improvement since their early exit in the Championship Series. Star midfielder Ally Kennedy and goalkeeper Caylee Waters both expressed confidence in the team's capabilities throughout the season. Kennedy's belief that the Charm were built for the field game was substantiated by their performance against the Palms, highlighting their teamwork and veteran leadership.

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By the Numbers

•Charm finish regular season with a 4-1 record
•Kennedy and Waters provided strong leadership and motivation
•Sydni Black earned Championship MVP honors
•Victory achieved during inaugural WLL championship in Philadelphia
•Head coach Emily Parros emphasized player strengths on the field

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When we look back to February of this year, the Maryland Charm were the first team to be knocked out of the Championship Series. A few short months after that,...
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