The Penn State men’s lacrosse team faced a challenging first-round matchup but managed to secure a 13-11 victory over Colgate. Key performances came from Liam Matthews, who netted four goals, including two crucial goals in the fourth quarter, solidifying the team’s lead. Matt Traynor contributed with a hat trick, while Ethan Long added a goal and three assists. Despite some struggles on defense and in the net from goalie Jack Fracyon, the offense stepped up when it mattered most.
Looking ahead, Penn State will compete against Notre Dame in the NCAA quarterfinals on Sunday at noon, following the Fighting Irish’s impressive 15-6 win over Ohio State in their opening round. This highly anticipated matchup will be available for viewing on ESPNU. The victor will earn a spot in the semifinals in Boston, set for the following Saturday.
On the baseball front, the team’s recent performance has been a mixed bag. After taking two out of three games against Rutgers in the final Big Ten series of the regular season, they suffered a tough 15-1 loss to Pitt. However, the squad made a strong comeback with a 7-1 victory over Xavier in the first of their three-game series this weekend. Jack Porter shone in the Saturday win over Rutgers, finishing the game with a stellar 3-for-4, recording two home runs and four RBI.
The baseball team will wrap up the regular season with two games against Xavier, taking place today at 5:30 PM and tomorrow at 1 PM, both of which will be broadcast on Big Ten Plus. Following this weekend’s results, they are set to enter the Big Ten Tournament as the No. 8 seed, with round-robin play commencing next Tuesday. This positioning provides the team with an opportunity to make a significant impact in the tournament.
Overall, both teams are showcasing resilience and skill as they head into crucial stages of their seasons, offering fans hope for a successful postseason.