It hasn’t been the sort of season that No. 10 Maryland men’s lacrosse fans would’ve expected, but after a thrilling 13-12 triple overtime victory against Virginia, two Terps have been celebrated for their impressive showings on the field.
Goalkeeper Brian Ruppel was named Big Ten Specialist of the Week after making 14 saves in the Terps’ victory, a season-high. His career-high in saves was 15 in 2023 — also against Virginia.
Ruppel made two critical saves in the third overtime, stuffing Virginia and allowing his team to run the other way to secure the victory.
Peter Laake was named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week for a performance that exceeded the stat sheet. Facing down Virginia’s lethal defenders, Laake played perhaps the best game of his college career, forcing two turnovers and scooping four ground balls.
When Will Schaller went down with an injury for the Terps in the first overtime period, Laake was forced to step up into the Terps’ primary defender role. He handled the task well, helping Maryland’s defense organize itself, and Maryland eventually won.
The Terps’ next game comes Saturday at No. 9 Penn State.
In other news
Maryland baseball lost against Richmond, 7-5. Rachel Lawrence had the story.
Maryland women’s basketball commit Jordyn Jackson was an honorable mention Naismith High School All-American.
Maryland tennis has reached a season-high No. 47 in the ITA rankings.
Former Maryland men’s basketball and Butler player Jamie Kaiser entered the transfer portal.
