MLAX Faces No. 12/13 Georgetown in BIG EAST Title Showdown
The Marquette men's lacrosse team (6–4, 2–0 BIG EAST) is set to face No. 12/13 Georgetown (5–4, 2–0 BIG EAST) on April 11 in a pivotal match for first place in the BIG EAST conference. Marquette is coming off an 11–10 double-overtime win against St. John's, marking the team's first 2–0 start in BIG EAST play since 2022. The Golden Eagles are looking to break an eight-game losing streak against Georgetown, who has a strong offensive roster led by Rory Connor, with 44 points, and Liam Connor, who has 30 assists.
By the Numbers- Marquette's last win against Georgetown was in 2019, losing the last eight encounters.
- Marquette ranks third nationally with a .919 clearing percentage, completing 215 of 234 attempts.
- Marquette is riding momentum from its recent victory, showcasing strong offensive performances from Carsen Brandt, who recently achieved 100 career points.
- Georgetown enters the match with two consecutive BIG EAST wins, indicating heightened confidence and competitive form.
The outcome of this matchup could set the tone for the remainder of the BIG EAST season, potentially determining playoff positions. A win for Marquette would significantly bolster its confidence heading into future games, whereas Georgetown aims to solidify its dominance in the rivalry.
Bottom LineFor Marquette, this match represents a critical opportunity to end a longstanding rivalry losing streak and assert itself as a contender in the BIG EAST, while Georgetown aims to maintain its upward momentum in conference play.
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