Monmouth Men's Lacrosse achieved a historic milestone by defeating Fairfield 14-11, clinching the program's first-ever CAA postseason berth. With this win, the Hawks improved their record to 6-6, marking their most wins since 2021 and their first season with three conference victories since joining the CAA in 2023. Ty Caffarelli broke the single-season record with his 35th goal and contributed significantly with three goals and an assist. Connor Gorman added to the effort with four goals, leading the Hawks to maintain their lead against a resilient Fairfield team.

By the Numbers
  • Monmouth's win clinched its first CAA postseason berth in history.
  • Ty Caffarelli set a new program single-season record with 35 goals.
  • Gorman scored four goals, completing his third hat trick of the season.
  • Monmouth caused a season-high 12 turnovers in the game.
Yes, But

While Monmouth's victory is a triumph, it's worth noting that Fairfield still leads the all-time series 3-1. Additionally, Monmouth faced challenges early in the game before recovering to secure the win.

State of Play
  • Monmouth's next matchup is against top-seeded Towson in the CAA Championship tournament.
  • The Hawks will play on Thursday, April 30, at 4 p.m. in Maryland.
  • This marks the first time Monmouth will participate in the CAA Championship.
What's Next

Looking ahead, Monmouth will aim to build on this momentum as they face a tough opponent in Towson. The team's performance in this postseason will be critical for establishing its reputation within the CAA.

Bottom Line

Monmouth's historic win not only signifies a turning point for the program but also sets the stage for an exciting postseason ahead, emphasizing resilience and the desire to compete at a higher level.