The Hartford men's lacrosse team suffered a 15-12 defeat against Western New England University in the CNE semifinals. The Golden Bears dominated early, scoring four goals in the first four minutes. Despite a strong effort from Hartford, including a comeback to take the lead at halftime, the team could not maintain momentum in the second half, ultimately falling short. Sophomore Nick Ugolini was a standout for Hartford, scoring four goals, while junior Colin Reilly and Michael Novotny contributed significantly to the team's efforts.

By the Numbers
  • Nick Ugolini scored four goals, leading Hartford's offense.
  • Western New England's Thomas Labbe scored five goals in the game.
Yes, But

Hartford's ability to regain the lead at 8-6 indicates their competitive spirit, but they struggled to maintain it against a persistent Western New England team that capitalized on early momentum.

State of Play
  • Hartford ended the season with an overall record of 11-6 and a CNE record of 7-2.
  • Western New England's victory advances them in the CNE playoffs, showcasing their strong offensive capabilities.
What's Next

With the season concluded, Hartford will look to regroup and strengthen its roster in preparation for next season's challenges.

Bottom Line

Despite a valiant effort and a record season, Hartford's inability to close out games in critical moments highlighted areas for improvement heading into next year.