University at Albany men's lacrosse players Ryan Doherty, Max Neeson, and CJ Schwarz have received America East weekly awards for their standout performances. Doherty earned Offensive Player of the Week by scoring four goals and an assist in a crucial 9-8 victory against NJIT, including the game-winning goal. Neeson was recognized as Defensive Player of the Week for his defensive prowess, while Schwarz was named Face-Off Specialist of the Week for winning 75% of his face-offs. The top-seeded Great Danes will host the 2026 America East Championship this week, starting with semifinal matches on Thursday.

By the Numbers
  • Ryan Doherty scored 4 goals and 1 assist, totaling 5 points in the NJIT game.
  • CJ Schwarz won 12 of 16 face-offs (75%) and collected a team-high 6 ground balls.
State of Play
  • The Great Danes have an unblemished conference record and are poised to compete in the America East Championship.
  • Semifinal matchups include No. 2 Bryant versus No. 3 Vermont, followed by UAlbany against No. 4 UMBC.
What's Next

The America East Championship begins Thursday, with winners advancing to the title game on May 2, which offers an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament.

Bottom Line

UAlbany's success hinges on the continued strong performances of Doherty, Neeson, and Schwarz as they aim for a conference title and a chance to compete at the national level.