Syracuse University men's lacrosse remains in the top five of the Coaches poll after securing its eighth top-20 win, defeating No. 13/No. 9 Virginia 14-9 at home. The Orange, with a record of 10-3 (2-1 ACC), are ranked fifth in the USILA Division I Coaches Poll, amassing 487 points. Notre Dame leads the pack with 595 points, followed by Princeton and North Carolina. In the Media Poll, Syracuse held steady at fifth, with 365 points, just 11 behind Richmond. The team will face Colgate this Saturday at 5 p.m., where they will also honor their senior class.

By the Numbers
  • Syracuse has eight wins against ranked teams this season.
  • The Orange held 487 points in the Coaches Poll and 365 points in the Media Poll.
Yes, But

The rankings are competitive, with Notre Dame securing 25 of the 30 first-place votes, indicating a strong consensus of support that Syracuse aims to disrupt as the season progresses.

State of Play
  • Syracuse is preparing to face Colgate in their regular season home finale.
  • Thirteen of their regular-season opponents are ranked in the latest Coaches Poll.
What's Next

Syracuse will seek to solidify its top ranking against Colgate, setting the stage for postseason considerations based on their upcoming performances.

Bottom Line

As Syracuse continues to perform strongly against ranked opponents, their next match will be critical for maintaining momentum and positioning for championship aspirations.