The UMass Lowell men's lacrosse team (2-6, 0-2 AE) prepares to host the UMBC Retrievers (2-6, 1-2 AE) on Saturday at 12 p.m. The River Hawks are coming off a 13-7 loss to UAlbany where six players scored, including Danny Burke who led with two goals. Notably, UMass Lowell's Justin Alexander ranks among the top in faceoff win percentage in America East, while UMBC aims to build momentum after last week's win over Bryant.

By the Numbers
  • Danny Burke leads the River Hawks with 14 goals and a total of 21 points.
  • Justin Alexander holds a .665 faceoff win percentage, ranking second in the America East.
State of Play
  • UMass Lowell seeks to improve after consecutive conference losses.
  • Both teams have played eight games; their overall records are tied at 2-6.
  • UMBC recently secured a close 12-11 win, showing potential for competitive play.
What's Next

Looking ahead, the outcome of this game could shift momentum for either team, impacting their standings in America East. A win for UMass Lowell may reignite their season, while UMBC aims to leverage their recent success.

Bottom Line

This matchup is crucial for both teams to establish their footing in the conference. For UMass Lowell, it represents an opportunity to capitalize on home advantage and turn around their season after tough losses.