Wagner College edged out the Le Moyne College men's lacrosse team with an 8-7 overtime victory, marked by Theo Kostakos scoring just under a minute into the extra period. The game saw an initial lead by Le Moyne, which was quickly countered by Wagner's surge, particularly in the final quarter where they scored three consecutive goals to tie the match. Despite Le Moyne's promising third-quarter performance, Wagner capitalized in overtime to secure the win, frustrating Le Moyne's hopes for a comeback.

By the Numbers
  • Le Moyne scored 4 consecutive goals in the third quarter to take the lead.
  • The game featured a total of 15 goals, with Wagner scoring 5 in the last quarter and overtime.
Yes, But

Despite Le Moyne's strong showing throughout the game, including a 4-goal run in the third quarter, the team struggled to maintain momentum and was unable to hold their late-game lead, raising questions about their late-game execution.

State of Play
  • Le Moyne's overall record is now 3-10, with a conference record of 2-3.
  • The loss marks an ongoing struggle for Le Moyne, particularly in close match situations.
What's Next

Le Moyne will face Cleveland State University next Friday at 6:00 p.m., aiming to regroup following this overtime defeat and improve their conference standing.

Bottom Line

Le Moyne must focus on tightening their late-game strategies to prevent similar losses in the future, especially after showcasing strong performances that ultimately fell short against Wagner.