"This may be the biggest win in our program's history," Farmer said. "It was a real battle tonight, a very close ball game, we were really fortunate to win here."

Senior forward and co-captain Carole Dutchka struck first for the Lions when she blasted a ball past all-ACC goalkeeper Megan Boehm. The goal, set up by the passing of junior Kelly Convey and Jeannine Verdrager, who were both credited with assists, gave the young Lions reason to believe something special could happen.

Virginia tied the game early in the second half when Tracy Lache beat Lion goalkeeper Emily Oleksiuk. The Cavalier goal was the first ball Oleksiuk let past her in 190-plus minutes of action this season.

As the clock expired, ending regulation, the Lions and Cavaliers had battled equally throughout the game's first 90 minutes. However, in order to steal a win against Virginia, the Lions entered the extra stanza knowing they had to make things happen and seize the moment.

"Our kids played inspired during overtime," Farmer said. "They totally dominated the play and it was only a matter of time before something good happened."

Farmer got his wish in the 21st minute of overtime as Pickett sent the Lions back to Happy Valley with a road win over a top 10 opponent -- an opponent who embarrassed the Lions last year at Jeffrey Field with a 5-2 victory.

"We made a statement this game," said senior co-captain Dara Christante. "This win means a lot to everyone. We proved we could beat a good team on the road, and we beat Virginia after they handled us last year at home."

The last person who expected this kind of success this early from the Lions may be Farmer. While knowing his team had talent to be competitive early, Farmer thought the idea of an undefeated start seemed a bit extreme.

"I basically wanted to get through these first four games even, with a 2-2 record," Farmer said. "I knew they would be in most of these games but I never expected this. This whole team has met the challenge and they're gaining confidence with every win."