Marquette men's lacrosse falls short against Providence, dropping to 0-3 in Big East play after a 13-10 loss. The game highlighted Marquette's offensive struggles and missed opportunities, jeopardizing their chances at a tournament berth.

By the Numbers
  • Marquette's offense went through significant scoring droughts, including 12, 15, and 12 minutes between goals in the second, third, and fourth quarters.
  • Marquette's man-up offense faltered, scoring only one goal out of five minutes of power play time and struggling to convert penalties into points.
Yes, But

While Marquette displayed solid defensive efforts, neutralizing PC's leading scorer, Ryan Bell's exceptional performance and Marquette's offensive inconsistencies overshadowed their defensive strengths.

State of Play
  • Marquette's loss leaves them in a precarious position, needing a flawless performance in upcoming games to secure a spot in the Big East tournament.
  • Up next, Marquette faces Villanova and must win to stay in contention for the tournament, facing challenges as the only winless team in the league.
What's Next

Marquette must deliver a winning streak to have a shot at the Big East tournament, starting with a crucial game against Villanova on Senior Day that will determine their postseason fate.

Bottom Line

Marquette's lacrosse team faces a make-or-break moment after a tough loss, needing to turnaround their performance quickly to keep their tournament hopes alive and showcase a more balanced game to secure victories.