Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) men's lacrosse staged a comeback to defeat Franklin Pierce University, 13-8, on April 11, 2026. The team, led by junior Joey Gallo's impressive performance of three goals and two assists, overcame an early 4-0 deficit to secure the Northeast 10 victory. After a tight match, SNHU pulled ahead in the third quarter and never looked back, marking their second consecutive win and improving their overall record to 6-5.

By the Numbers
  • Joey Gallo and Sean Dwyer each recorded five points (3g, 2a).
  • SNHU outshot Franklin Pierce, 42-31, and won the faceoff battle, 16-8.
Yes, But

Despite the win, SNHU remains in the middle of the NE10 standings, tied at 1-5 in conference play. This highlights the team's ongoing struggle against stronger opponents throughout the season.

State of Play
  • SNHU has now won two straight games and leads the all-time series against Franklin Pierce, 25-4.
  • The Penmen will face a challenging matchup against No. 2 ranked Saint Anselm next.
What's Next

Looking ahead, SNHU will aim to build momentum against powerhouse Saint Anselm, testing their resilience and skill against elite competition.

Bottom Line

With Gallo and Dwyer leading the charge, SNHU is finding its stride. They must continue to capitalize on their strengths to rise in the NE10 standings and maintain their winning momentum.