Rutgers Falls to Top Ranked Syracuse, 17-9

Rutgers Sports Information Press Release

PISCATAWAY, N.J. – The Rutgers men’s lacrosse team pulled to within four goals with just under seven minutes remaining in the game, but a potent Syracuse attack proved to be too much as the top-ranked Orange picked up a 17-9 win at Yurcak Field Saturday afternoon.

The Scarlet Knights, who have dropped back-to-back games to Top 20 opponents after winning two straight, fall to 4-6 on the year. Syracuse, which is ranked No. 1 in the latest USILA Coaches Poll, has now won eight straight games and sits at 10-1 on the year.

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