The college lacrosse season's second week wrapped up with standout performances and noteworthy games. Ajax Zappitello's stellar defensive display for Maryland confirmed his status as the best in the game, while Yale's ability to win despite key injuries showcased their offensive depth. Georgetown secured its first win of the season, and outstanding performances by goalies Zach Vigue and Luke Staudt kept their teams competitive in losses. Freshmen Nate Kabiri and Colin Burns shined in Princeton's debut, and defending champion Notre Dame started strong with a 2-0 record. In total, the weekend delivered on the promise of marquee contests and noteworthy individual and team performances.

By the Numbers
  • Zappitello held Spallina to one goal and two assists, with three caused turnovers and four ground balls
  • Yale's offense managed to win without key players, shooting 29% and putting 54% of their shots on target
  • Georgetown's Bundy scored four goals and dished out two assists in their first win of the season, while goalie Anderson Moore made 12 saves with a 57% save percentage
  • Vigue made 17 saves with a 54% save percentage for Richmond, and Staudt made 17 saves with a 57% save percentage for Loyola in losses
  • Princeton freshmen Kabiri and Burns combined for 12 points in their debut with the Tigers
State of Play
  • Notre Dame started the season with a 2-0 record, while Army West Point, Ohio State, and Denver also secured wins
  • Cornell, Duke, and Towson emerged victorious in their respective games
  • Quinnipiac upset Brown for the second year in a row with Steven Germain's standout performance
Bottom Line

The second week of college lacrosse delivered on the promise of marquee contests, showcasing outstanding individual and team performances, and setting the stage for an exciting season ahead.