St. John's lacrosse team suffered a 15-9 defeat against Denver, dropping their record to 2-10 and 0-3 in the BIG EAST. Denver established early control, scoring twice within minutes, and despite efforts from St. John's, including a strong performance from Noah Plenn with three goals, they couldn't overcome a five-goal deficit at multiple points. Goalie Matt Nelson made 12 saves, maintaining a crucial defensive presence throughout the game. The Pioneers consistently found ways to extend their lead, and St. John's fell short despite a late rally.

By the Numbers
  • St. John's recorded 9 goals compared to Denver's 15.
  • Matt Nelson achieved 12 saves, marking his 11th game with double-digit saves this season.
  • Noah Plenn scored 3 goals on 4 shots on target.
State of Play
  • St. John's is now 2-10 overall and 0-3 in conference play.
  • Denver improved to 5-6 overall and 1-2 in the BIG EAST.
  • Next for St. John's is a match against No. 13/12 Georgetown, scheduled for 1 p.m.
What's Next

St. John's will aim to regroup as they prepare to face Georgetown, a ranked opponent, which poses another challenge in their quest for a conference win. They will need to enhance their offensive strategies and tighten their defense to compete effectively.

Bottom Line

The loss to Denver underscores St. John's ongoing struggles in the season, emphasizing the need for improved performance in upcoming matches to avoid falling further behind in the BIG EAST standings.