Bellarmine University men's lacrosse is set to debut in the ASUN Conference against preseason favorite Utah at 2 p.m. ET Saturday. The Knights (4-7) are looking for their first win against Utah (5-3), although their last four meetings have been closely contested. Utah comes off a loss against Virginia but previously held a four-game winning streak, showcasing a potent offense led by Luke McNamara, the nation's leader in total goals.

By the Numbers
  • Utah ranks third in the nation with a scoring offense of 15.38 goals per game.
  • Bellarmine is tied for first nationally in total extra-man goals with 16.
  • John Alie leads the ASUN with 52 total points, ranking second in goals (33) and third in assists (19).
  • Nolan Hudnut is the national leader in total saves with 158.
State of Play
  • Utah holds a perfect 10-0 record against Bellarmine since 2019.
  • Bellarmine is ranked 36th in the country for RPI, having faced four nationally ranked opponents this season.
  • Bellarmine is coming off a 15-10 loss to Marquette, where they nearly rallied back after trailing.
What's Next

The Knights aim to improve their series record against Utah while building momentum for the remainder of their ASUN campaign. Upcoming matchups will be crucial for their playoff prospects.

Bottom Line

Bellarmine must capitalize on its strengths, particularly its offensive prowess, to secure a much-needed win against Utah. A victory could provide a significant boost in confidence as they navigate the challenges of the ASUN season.