Spiders again pained by late heartburn vs. Big Red. This time, in NCAA quarters.
UR had possession in the final half-minute, but did not get off shot.
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BS...we're major, not mid-major.
My projected starters next year:
HM = honorable mention. AA = All American. IL = Inside Lacrosse
A: Aidan O’neil (Sr.) - HM USA AA; A10 offensive POY and A10 1st team
A: Lucas Littlejohn (Jr.) - 2nd team A10
A: Gavin Creo (Jr.)
M: Joe Sheridan (Sr.) - HM IL AA; 1st team A10
M: Daniel Picart (So.) - All Rookie team
M: Jack Pilling (Sr.) - 3rd team IL AA
D: Hunter Smith (Sr.) - 2nd team IL AA; HM USA AA; A10 defensive POY
D: Connor Kelley (Sr.)
D: TBD
Goalie: TBD
FOGO: Vincent Gaylord #81 rated player in country (Fr.) or Anthony DiCenso (Sr.)
Spiders lacrosse doesn’t rebuild, we reload. We will be back.
HM = honorable mention. AA = All American. IL = Inside Lacrosse
A: Aidan O’neil (Sr.) - HM USA AA; A10 offensive POY and A10 1st team
A: Lucas Littlejohn (Jr.) - 2nd team A10
A: Gavin Creo (Jr.)
M: Joe Sheridan (Sr.) - HM IL AA; 1st team A10
M: Daniel Picart (So.) - All Rookie team
M: Jack Pilling (Sr.) - 3rd team IL AA
D: Hunter Smith (Sr.) - 2nd team IL AA; HM USA AA; A10 defensive POY
D: Connor Kelley (Sr.)
D: TBD
Goalie: TBD
FOGO: Vincent Gaylord #81 rated player in country (Fr.) or Anthony DiCenso (Sr.)
Spiders lacrosse doesn’t rebuild, we reload. We will be back.
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I went to the game today, it was unreal and massively entertaining. My guess is 1500 Spiders there, fabulous turnout, massive enthusiasm throughout. And half that number were probably 25 and under, mlax alums and current students. Players and alum families all over the place. Not the red sweater hoops crowd at all.
The penalty after our goal at 10-8 was total BS in my opinion. Had zero to do with game and seemed mostly incidental. Let the players decide it. Especially in a sport where there are so few flags to call that was poor and really stood out as a key moment.
UR goalie was our mvp, he was amazing. 14 saves. By contrast Cornell goalie made 5 saves - UR just did not get enough shots and have the ball on offense enough. Another 5 shots and UR prob wins by 2.
From what I heard around me from player/alum families, the unforced turnovers were not common and obvs were a huge issue for UR. Face offs seemed rough to me as mentioned above.
Defense played amazing. Contained their star tho Goldstein played huge for Cornell to pick up slack.
Fabulous game, was great to watch a well coached team with passionate fans supporting them.
The penalty after our goal at 10-8 was total BS in my opinion. Had zero to do with game and seemed mostly incidental. Let the players decide it. Especially in a sport where there are so few flags to call that was poor and really stood out as a key moment.
UR goalie was our mvp, he was amazing. 14 saves. By contrast Cornell goalie made 5 saves - UR just did not get enough shots and have the ball on offense enough. Another 5 shots and UR prob wins by 2.
From what I heard around me from player/alum families, the unforced turnovers were not common and obvs were a huge issue for UR. Face offs seemed rough to me as mentioned above.
Defense played amazing. Contained their star tho Goldstein played huge for Cornell to pick up slack.
Fabulous game, was great to watch a well coached team with passionate fans supporting them.
So in the 2nd game Syracuse wins 19-18 in a wild one where they took 50+ shots and Princeton took 40+ shots. Richmond's defense and organization was in stark contrast (in a positive way) to what was happening out there in that game. Syracuse hit like 4 pipes on shots in the 4th quarter. Bizarre play at the end of the game where Cuse had ball in space behind the Princeton goal and Princeton basically stopped playing with about 8 seconds left and ref blew whistle, they reviewed and gave Princeton the ball with 6.5 seconds left. Why? I have no idea. The game was effectively over, then it wasn't after that call. Lax rules are weird.
The game was there for them but ultimately they weren't ready to take it. Unfortunate. This team legitimately could have won the title this year. That being said, we're only losing a couple crucial players- Vigue, Max, Dunham. I expect the offense to take a big jump next year. Fantastic back half of the seasons from Piccart, Creo, and Sheridan. They'll be top 7 in the preseason polls and will make the final four next year.
Chemotti and Richards are an incredible coaching duo, do a terrific job of recruiting and motivating the players. Very proud to be a Spider and expect the upward mobility of men's lacrosse to continue.
“Neil Barrett
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Richmond is no joke and hasn't been for most of the last decade.They are the most "mid-major" programs in lacrosse get.Stoked to see how this program grows over the next couple years.”
This guy probably hasn’t even picked up a lax stick nor played the game.Condescending wise guy who is a no name.Probably works out of his mother’s basement.
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What even makes a mid-major lacrosse program? Are they using basketball to determine it?
“Neil Barrett
@iamneilbarrett
Richmond is no joke and hasn't been for most of the last decade.They are the most "mid-major" programs in lacrosse get.Stoked to see how this program grows over the next couple years.”
This guy probably hasn’t even picked up a lax stick nor played the game.Condescending wise guy who is a no name.Probably works out of his mother’s basement.
Neil Barrett
DescriptionI am Neil Barrett. I am a nerd, veteran, athlete, and creator living in New Hampshire. On this channel, I post weekly videos about the world of lacrosse. If you are a lacrosse fan you will love this channel
Year after year we’ve been a solid program and solid team that not everyone wants to play.
Mid-major lacrosse is a ridiculous designation when it comes to Richmond.
Now that I’ve had a day to digest this tough loss, I just want to reiterate how proud I am of this program. I never really started watching lacrosse before UR, but I’ve learned that it is an exciting, action packed game that often comes down to the wire: especially against top teams.
These past 12 years, we’ve had our share of heartbreak and our share of celebrations. In 12 years to have won 6 conference titles, 5 regular season championships, and a QF NCAA appearance is nothing short of remarkable.
The next 12 years of our program will also have close losses, great wins, and program defining moments. One thing is clear though and that is we absolutely belong out there. I don’t mean belong in the sense we won’t get embarrassed. I mean that there is a belief and realistic chance that we win these games. The narrative of Richmond is switching from giant killer program to national household name in lacrosse. If there is anything I can say for certain is that this team will not only be back at this stage but continue to exceed expectations.
These past 12 years, we’ve had our share of heartbreak and our share of celebrations. In 12 years to have won 6 conference titles, 5 regular season championships, and a QF NCAA appearance is nothing short of remarkable.
The next 12 years of our program will also have close losses, great wins, and program defining moments. One thing is clear though and that is we absolutely belong out there. I don’t mean belong in the sense we won’t get embarrassed. I mean that there is a belief and realistic chance that we win these games. The narrative of Richmond is switching from giant killer program to national household name in lacrosse. If there is anything I can say for certain is that this team will not only be back at this stage but continue to exceed expectations.
Jared Jenoy was getting bodied(leveraged)by the Cornell X after faceoff which led to FO wins and GBs for the Big Red.
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NCAA MLAX Quarterfinals: Richmond Postgame Press Conference (5/17/25)
NCAA MLAX Quarterfinals Cornell Postgame Press Conference
NCAA MLAX Quarterfinals Cornell Postgame Press Conference
Coach, Zach, and Max handled the questions very well. As usual Chemotti complimented the opponent, said positive things about our players, and gave good straightforward answers on questions asked. Great representatives of the University of Richmond.
Did not hear the opposing coach once refer to us as Richmond and just that team.
Today I went to the quarterfinals here in Annapolis. (MD vs. Georgetown, and Notre Dame vs. PA. State)
Talking with the fans around me they said they loved our game and more than a few said, Richmond has
a really strong program.
These were fans for other teams, but recognized we belonged there.
Talking with the fans around me they said they loved our game and more than a few said, Richmond has
a really strong program.
These were fans for other teams, but recognized we belonged there.
Spiders are are on the right track here unlike some other sports.
MLAX program is a whisper away from making a major splash. Believe it will happen. Keep doing what we are doing. Good things will happen.
MLAX program is a whisper away from making a major splash. Believe it will happen. Keep doing what we are doing. Good things will happen.
This board tells me that we’re on the right track. Postings used to be just 32 and me and now it’s getting more
members all the time. Great coaches, great players, and now a stronger following add up to great things to
continue.
This is what happens when you have a real coach who is building a nationally relevant program. Mooney has completely driven me away from supporting the basketball program. I literally cannot fathom why he is still coaching at UR.
Well one of those friends is largely responsible for the lacrosse program. So I guess they do care about winning, on some level.
It’s a pleasure not to read about the basketball program. Please don’t muddy the clear pond
Great point, won't make that mistake again. I am a local alumni and would love to help out with the lacrosse program in any way that I can. If anyone has a recommendation on how to start please shoot me a PM.
Perhaps donating NIL towards men's lacrosse. I think that can make a substantial difference if enough is raised that can be distributed to players or select recruits. I don't think many programs in the country have NIL for men's lacrosse. Otherwise, even buying tickets/going to the games shows the fan and community support for the program which is just as important too. Getting side tracked a bit, I would love to have an indoor practice facility one day that can be used for all sports. Maybe even a lacrosse only stadium at President's field where the women's soccer team currently plays. That's me dreaming though...
Given our successful season, I will be paying particularly close attention to the portal this year. We have a great returning cast next year and if we land a couple impact transfers, next year could be really special.
USILA DI Awards and All-Americans: Kirst Wins Enners, Lyght and Van Buren Named Co-Defensive Players
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