Colgate's men's lacrosse team suffered a 13-8 defeat to Loyola in the Patriot League semifinals. The Greyhounds established an early lead, scoring five uninterrupted goals, forcing Colgate to play catch-up throughout the match. Despite some offensive efforts, including a hat trick from Casey Quinson, the Raiders couldn't close the gap. Loyola's consistent scoring and strong defense ensured their advancement to the league finals, ending Colgate鈥檚 season.

By the Numbers
  • Colgate's Casey Quinson netted three goals, marking his seventh game this season with a hat trick.
  • Loyola scored five goals in the first quarter, building a significant early lead.
Yes, But

While Colgate made attempts to recover, the early deficit proved too challenging to overcome, highlighting the impact of Loyola鈥檚 aggressive start. Balancing this, Colgate showed resilience with moments of strong play, particularly from Quinson and Fowler.

State of Play
  • Colgate fell behind 5-0 in the first quarter, but managed to score four goals by halftime.
  • The game featured streaks of scoring, with Loyola maintaining a comfortable lead throughout the match.
What's Next

Colgate will look to regroup in the offseason, focusing on building a stronger team to compete in future tournaments. Their performance this season, reaching the semifinals, may set a foundation for further development.

Bottom Line

Despite a strong season and a semifinal appearance, Colgate鈥檚 slow start against Loyola proved fatal. As they look forward, focusing on consistent early-game performance could be key in their future success.