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Spanos Shines as Maryland Lacrosse Crushes Air Force

5/12/2025

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Summary

Spanos Shines, Terps Advance

Maryland men's lacrosse dominated Air Force 13-5 in the NCAA tournament's first round, propelled by senior Eric Spanos' remarkable six-goal performance. With a record of 12-3, the Terps are set to clash with Georgetown in the quarterfinals on May 18, highlighting their formidable defense that has kept opponents to single-digit goals 12 times this season.

Summary

Champions Clash, Lacrosse

The 2025 DI women's lacrosse championship is heating up with 29 fierce teams, including 15 conference champions and 14 at-large selections. Kicking off on May 9, the tournament culminates at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA, from May 23-25. Defending champion Boston College faces tough rivals as they strive to retain their crown.

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Historical Context

Maryland men's lacrosse, with a strong 12-3 record, echoes the dominance of past champions like Syracuse and Johns Hopkins. Their 13-5 victory over Air Force showcases a defense reminiscent of the 1970s, when teams often limited opponents to single-digit scores, setting the stage for a May 18 clash with Georgetown.

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Spanos Shines, Terps Advance

Maryland men's lacrosse dominated Air Force 13-5 in the NCAA tournament's first round, propelled by senior Eric Spanos' remarkable six-goal performance. With a record of 12-3, the Terps are set to clash with Georgetown in the quarterfinals on May 18, highlighting their formidable defense that has kept opponents to single-digit goals 12 times this season.

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