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Maryland and Cornell Set for NCAA Lacrosse Championship Clash

Maryland's dominant defense and Cornell's high-powered offense will face off Monday in Foxborough for the national title.

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Maryland attacker-midfielder Eric Spanos celebrates after scoring a goal against Syracuse in an NCAA Tournament semifinal on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Courtesy of Maryland Athletics)
Maryland defenseman Colin Burlace celebrates during an NCAA Tournament semifinal against Syracuse on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Courtesy of Maryland Athletics)

Overview

  • Maryland advanced to the NCAA championship game with a commanding 14-8 semifinal win over Syracuse, marking their fourth title game appearance in five years.
  • Cornell secured their spot in the final with an 11-9 victory over Penn State, propelled by a strong second-half performance.
  • Maryland's defense was pivotal in their semifinal win, holding Syracuse scoreless for nearly 27 minutes and limiting their top scorer Joey Spallina to just one late assist.
  • Goalkeeper Logan McNaney made 14 saves for Maryland, while Eric Spanos led the offense with four goals and five points.
  • The championship game, a rematch of the 2022 final won by Maryland, will feature Cornell's prolific offense led by CJ Kirst against Maryland's disciplined defense.