The Hobart lacrosse team is set to kick off its Atlantic 10 Conference play against #18 Saint Joseph's on March 18. Despite a challenging season with a record of 2-5, Hobart's defense has shown promise, ranking third nationally in man-down defense. Saint Joseph's enters the matchup with a strong record of 4-2, recently dominating St. Bonaventure 24-6, making this a critical game for both teams.

By the Numbers
  • Hobart ranks 3rd in man-down defense (.885) and 4th in opponent clear percentage (.713).
  • Saint Joseph's defeated St. Bonaventure 24-6, with 21 players scoring at least once.
Yes, But

While Hobart has shown resilience in narrow losses, they have struggled against higher-ranked teams like Cornell. Saint Joseph's, however, has been on a winning streak and maintains a significant advantage in their head-to-head matchup.

State of Play
  • The game will take place at 1 p.m. on Boswell Field, available on HWS All-Access and WHWS-FM.
  • Prior meetings have favored Saint Joseph's, who have won the last eight encounters since 2018.
What's Next

The outcome of this game will be pivotal for Hobart, potentially shifting the momentum for the remainder of the A10 season. On the other hand, a win for Saint Joseph's would reinforce their status in the conference.

Bottom Line

Hobart needs a win to break an eight-game losing streak against Saint Joseph's and potentially ignite their season, while the Hawks seek to assert their dominance early in the A10 play.