From MAAC Champs to Notre Dame: UAlbany Men’s Lacrosse Ready for NCAA Showdown

After winning the America East championship, the UAlbany men’s lacrosse team secured an automatic qualifier for the NCAA tournament. The Great Danes will play one more game at home this season, facing Sacred Heart in the opening round game at Casey Stadium. Jake Piseno, a graduate long-stick midfielder, expressed the team’s desire to continue their journey to South Bend and spend more time together.

The matchup between UAlbany and Sacred Heart will be a first meeting between the two teams. The Pioneers earned their first trip to the NCAA tournament after going undefeated in the MAAC and winning the conference title. Head coach Scott Marr acknowledged the strength of their opponent, emphasizing the importance of respecting their competition and staying focused.

Coach Marr addressed his team during practice to ensure they were prepared for the upcoming game. The Great Danes will be making their 11th appearance in the NCAA tournament and their first since 2018. The team secured their 10th America East title after defeating Vermont in the championship game.

Looking ahead, the focus is on being 1-0 in the next game. The winner of the matchup between UAlbany and Sacred Heart will face Notre Dame, the number 1 overall seed and defending national champions, in the first round in South Bend. The game is scheduled for 7 p.m. on Wednesday at Casey Stadium.