The women’s lacrosse team picked up their first conference win yesterday, beating the Fresno State Bulldogs 18-8.

The Ducks were predicted to be No. 2 in the MPSF pre-season coaches poll, but struggled early in their conference schedule, losing to San Diego State, USC, and Cal.

The win against the Bulldogs brought Oregon’s record to 6-7 overall and 1-3 in conference. Junior Shannon Propst, who leads the teams in goals and assists, has commanded the Ducks on offense this season.

Here is a full recap.

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With Oregon linemen Kyle Long and Ryan Clanton finishing their senior years, the Register Guard’s Rob Moseley features lineman Andre Yruretagoyena as someone to look for come fall.

The sophomore from Arizona talks about how confidence is key to his success on the field.

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With the NFL draft soon approaching, the Emerald’s Jackson Long discusses why Dion Jordan could be the Kansas City Chiefs No. 1 choice here.

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Tiger Woods is still the favorite as the Master’s started this morning. Woods is looking for his fifth green jacket and has regained the top spot in world rankings.

However, David Lynn of England is now leading.

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Last night at the Rose Garden the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Portland Trailblazers 113-106.

The Oregonian’s Joe Freeman reports that it was veteran Kobe Bryant who stole the show from rookie standout Damien Lillard.

Lillard had scored a career-high 38 points with nine assists and three steals. But, it was Bryant who proved age is only a number when he posted 47 points, eight rebounds, five assists, four blocks and three steals.