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The United States raced past Japan, 26-12, at the Federation of International Lacrosse Women's World Cup in Prague, Czech Republic. The combined 38 points scored by both teams set a tournament record, outpacing the 36 points from Ireland's 23-13 win over the Netherlands a day earlier. American attacker Lindsey Munday led all scorers with six goals and five assists, earning her Player of the Match honors. Attacker Caroline Cryer also contributed five goals and two assists. Kristen Kjellman and Sarah Albrecht each had three goals and three assists. Acacia Walker (Maryland) scored a goal. U.S. goalie Megan Huether (Maryvale Prep) got her first start of the tournament and made six saves before being subbed out in the second half. The U.S. (3-0) has a rest day before heading into Monday's showdown against Australia, the reigning world champion.