The University of Hartford men's lacrosse team lost a nail-biter in overtime against Western New England University, with a final score of 14-13. The Hawks initially took the lead in the game but were unable to maintain their advantage, as WNE came back to tie and eventually win during the extra period. Key plays included a series of goal exchanges and significant contributions from players like Gavin Pelletier, who scored four goals, and Ian Reynolds, excelling in face-offs. Despite a strong performance, Hartford fell short in the closing moments.

By the Numbers
  • Pelletier led with 4 goals and 1 ground ball.
  • Reynolds went 15-26 in face-offs and secured 9 ground balls.
  • Leibold recorded 14 saves against 24 shots on goal.
State of Play
  • The Hawks had a strong third quarter, leading 11-8.
  • WNE rallied in the fourth quarter, scoring back-to-back goals to tie the game.
  • The game went into overtime after a late save from WNE鈥檚 goalie.
What's Next

The Hawks are set to face the University of New England on April 11th, where they will aim to bounce back from this tough loss.

Bottom Line

This overtime loss highlights the Hawks' competitive spirit but also the need for improved defensive efforts to close out games. Their next match will be a crucial opportunity to regroup and capitalize on their strong offensive capabilities.