The Hobart lacrosse team is set to face off against the No. 2 ranked Richmond Spiders on March 28 as part of their Atlantic 10 Conference schedule. The game will take place at 2 p.m. at Robins Stadium and will be available on WHWS-FM and ESPN+. Hobart aims to recover from a recent loss to No. 18 Saint Joseph's, holding an overall record of 2-6 and 0-1 in conference play. Richmond, meanwhile, remains undefeated at 8-0 overall and 2-0 in their conference, showcasing a strong offense led by senior Aidan O'Neil.

By the Numbers
  • Richmond is currently 8-0 overall and 2-0 in the A10 Conference.
  • Colman Craft from Hobart leads all NCAA Division I players with 3.00 caused turnovers per game.
  • Aidan O'Neil of Richmond has recorded 40 points, ranking fourth in Division I in assists per game (2.75).
Yes, But

Despite Richmond's perfect record, Hobart has notable players that could change the dynamics of the game, particularly Craft's dominant defensive performances and Peterkin's scoring ability. However, Hobart鈥檚 recent loss may hinder their confidence against a strong opponent.

State of Play
  • Hobart seeks to improve their conference standing after a disappointing start to A10 play.
  • The Statesmen have faced ranked opponents before but aim to secure their first win against the Spiders after three consecutive losses in prior meetings.
What's Next

If Hobart can upset Richmond, it may shift their momentum in the season, potentially reviving their chances in the A10 during later games. A win against the highly-ranked Spiders would also boost their confidence significantly moving forward.

Bottom Line

This matchup highlights the challenge for Hobart against elite competition; a victory could redefine their season and establish them as serious contenders in the A10 Conference.