Quint Kessenich’s Top 20: April 15th, 2024
My Top 20 presented by SPIRE Lacrosse, always a treacherous exercise. Quint Kessenich’s Top 20 presented by Spire 1) Notre Dame In front of 7480 fans at LIU the Golden Domers got a game-winning goal with six seconds on the clock from Ben Ramsay to take down Cornell 18-17. This game was pure enjoyment for […]
Who is the Big Ten Lacrosse Favorite?
The Big Ten Lacrosse scene is buzzing more than ever as we dive into the core of the season. Right now, the conference is rocking a solid 22-5 win-loss record. That’s pretty impressive, but we all know the real test begins when these teams start squaring off against each other. Up until now, it’s looked […]
The Second Wave
According to the sharpies in Las Vegas: Duke, Virginia and defending champion Notre Dame are the leading title contenders. Let’s take a look at the next wave of teams that can make a run to Philadelphia. Johns Hopkins At Hopkins (+1800) everybody is back, even Garrett Dagnon, who graduated from DeMatha in 2018. In high […]
Ranking the 2023 NCAA D1 Lacrosse Tournament Helmets
As the NCAA Division 1 Men’s Lacrosse National Tournament captivates sports fans across the country, it’s not just the thrilling gameplay and remarkable athleticism that catch the eye. The teams’ lacrosse helmets, are on full display with distinctive designs and colors. These helmets not only serve as essential protective gear for the players but also […]
Duke Is Going Dancing: D1 Men’s Lacrosse Semifinal Recap
In a thrilling showdown with a trip to the national championship on the line, the Duke Blue Devils and the Penn State Nittany Lions engaged in a high-scoring battle that kept lacrosse fans on the edge of their seats. With explosive offenses and timely goals, both teams showcased their skills and determination throughout the game. […]
D1 Men’s Lacrosse Championship Weekend Preview
You can catch all the D1 Men’s Lacrosse Championship Weekend action on ESPN and ESPN2 this weekend. If you’re on the move, the games can be seen on your device on ESPN+. Join Anish Shroff, Paul Carcaterra, and myself for the semifinals live. Our statistician Russ Dlin will be working his 22nd consecutive D1 Men’s […]
Quint Kessenich’s 2023 NCAA D1 Lacrosse Tournament Quarterfinals Reaction
The second-round of the 2023 NCAA D1 Men’s Lacrosse Tournament is officially in the books. The bracket is set for the Semifinals, but how exactly did this past weekend pan out? Virginia vs. Georgetown The Cavalier’s defensive coverage impacted Georgetown’s shot selection in the second half of their 17-14 NCAA Lacrosse Tournament win on Saturday […]
Quint Kessenich’s 2023 NCAA D1 Lacrosse Tournament Quarterfinals Preview
The NCAA D1 Lacrosse Tournament Quarterfinals is the payoff round. Six of the eight participants didn’t qualify for last year’s NCAA Lacrosse Tournament. Duke, Michigan, Army, Penn State. Johns Hopkins, and Notre Dame were all spectators last May. Duke vs. Michigan Date: Saturday, May 20 Location: Albany Stream: ESPNU Time: 12:00 pm Commentators: Chris Cotter […]
Quint Kessenich’s 2023 NCAA D1 Lacrosse Tournament First-Round Reaction
The first-round of the 2023 NCAA D1 Men’s Lacrosse Tournament is officially in the books. The bracket is set for the Quarterfinals, but how exactly did this past weekend pan out? Richmond (8) at Virginia (17) A lightning delay in the first quarter combined with a monsoon made for soggy, water-logged, and slippery conditions. It […]
Breaking Down Each 2023 NCAA D1 Lacrosse Tournament Teams’ History
There’s nothing better than NCAA Lacrosse in May. Gone are the cold days of the early season, classes are finishing up, and you end up with the best of the best focused on nothing but lacrosse. Here we break down the NCAA Division 1 Lacrosse Tournament matchups but in a more unconventional way. Here we […]
Quint Kessenich’s Reaction: 2023 NCAA Lacrosse Tournament
You’re all 0-0 now. New season. 17 teams comprise the 2023 NCAA Men’s Division 1 lacrosse tournament. Here are some details on when these games will be played. The play-in game will take place on Wednesday May 10 First round games are on campus at the higher seed on May 13 and 14. They will be […]
Selection Sunday Predictions: NCAA Division 1 Lacrosse
We are coming down to the wire here with Selection Sunday for NCAA Men’s Division 1 Lacrosse only a few hours away. Some teams will control their tournament fate with how they finish their conference tournaments, while others will wait and see if the lacrosse gods and the selection committee will favor them. It’s been […]