Lafayette men's soccer team achieved a historic victory by winning the Patriot League Championship, defeating their rival Lehigh in a tense penalty shootout, 4-1. Senior captain Eric Axtman played a pivotal role, making crucial saves to earn the title and the Tournament MVP award. The match drew a record crowd of 2,075 fans at Ulrich Sports Complex, where the Leopards overcame an early deficit to tie the game and push it into overtime before prevailing in penalties.

By the Numbers
  • Lafayette earned its eighth Patriot League title.
  • 2,075 fans attended the championship match, setting a new attendance record.
  • Eric Axtman saved two penalty kicks, contributing to the 4-1 win in the shootout.
State of Play
  • The Leopards were the No. 6 seed, making an unlikely run to the finals.
  • The selection for the NCAA Tournament will occur on Monday at 1 p.m.
What's Next

Lafayette's victory secures them an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament, and they will find out their opponent during the selection show on Monday.

Bottom Line

The Leopards' dramatic comeback and victory in the championship is a testament to their resilience, underlining the importance of teamwork and tenacity, and setting the stage for their next challenge in the NCAA Tournament.