When and where is the game?
Sunday, May 11, 5 p.m. ET at the JMA Wireless Dome in Syracuse, N.Y.
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Sports / College Lacrosse
Syracuse Lacrosse Faces Harvard in NCAA Tournament Rematch
The No. 6 seed Syracuse Orange (11-5) will face the Harvard Crimson (10-4) in the first round of the NCAA Men's Lacrosse Tournament on Sunday, May 11, at the JMA Wireless Dome. This game is a rematch of their February 22nd contest, where Ha...
Key Insights
- **Rematch Scenario:** Syracuse seeks to avenge their earlier loss to Harvard at home.
- **Face-Off Dominance:** Syracuse's John Mullen is a face-off specialist, ranking second nationally in face-off wins. However, his previous dominance against Harvard didn't guarantee a win.
- **Goaltending:** Syracuse's goalie, Jimmy McCool, aims to improve after a subpar performance against Harvard earlier in the season. Despite that game, he was named ACC tournament MVP.
- **Key Players:** Harvard’s Sam King, a Tewaaraton Award finalist, will be a key focus for Syracuse’s defense, likely guarded by Riley Figueiras.
In-Depth Analysis
Syracuse enters the tournament as ACC champions, having defeated Notre Dame and Duke. Harvard, despite their earlier win against Syracuse, enters as the underdog. A key factor in this game will be Syracuse’s ability to leverage their home-field advantage and Mullen's face-off skills. However, as the previous game showed, face-off wins alone do not guarantee victory.
Syracuse has a strong historical record against Harvard (18-1), but Harvard's 4-1 road record this season suggests they are a formidable opponent away from home. The game will be broadcast on ESPNU, providing national exposure for both teams.
Syracuse is making its 100th appearance in the NCAA Division I Men's Lacrosse Tournament, holding an all-time record of 69-30 in tournament play, and leading with 11 National Championships.
FAQ
How can I watch the game?
The game will be broadcast on ESPNU.
What is Syracuse's record against Harvard?
Syracuse is 18-1 all-time against Harvard.
What was the score of their previous match this season?
Harvard won 15-14 against Syracuse on February 22.
Takeaways
- Syracuse is looking for revenge against Harvard after an earlier season loss.
- Key to the game will be Syracuse's face-off dominance and goalie performance.
- Harvard has a strong road record and cannot be underestimated.
- Syracuse aims to leverage its ACC Championship momentum and home-field advantage.
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