Ray Cox

Adelphi made a game of it, but in the end Tampa was still champion. The Spartans' 15-9 victory Saturday in Salem, Va., ensured the walnut and bronze was coming back to Florida.

The Panthers defeated Salisbury 16-5, their 51st straight win clinching their third straight NCAA title.

The Panthers reaffirmed that they are a Division III women's lacrosse dynasty.

Teams that have combined to win five of the last six titles will play in the final Sunday.