Denver Lacrosse Updates
Last weekend, former University of Denver men’s lacrosse players showcased their skills in various games across North America as the 2026 NLL season hit Week 13.
On Friday, Jack Hannah had an impressive six assists, yet it was Mark Matthews who shined with two goals and four assists, including the winning goal. This helped Toronto defeat Colorado 13-9.
On Saturday, Wes Berg stood out with a hat trick and an additional assist, leading San Diego to a close 9-8 victory over Halifax.
Game Highlights
Friday, February 20:
- Colorado (Hannah): 9
- Toronto (Matthews, Dawick): 13
- Notable performances:
- Hannah: 6 assists, 2 loose balls
- Matthews: 2 goals, 4 assists, 6 points, game-winning goal
- Notable performances:
Saturday, February 21:
- Halifax (Bomberry): 8
- San Diego (Berg): 9
- Standout players:
- Berg: 3 goals, 1 assist, 7 loose balls
- Baptiste: 9 saves, 21 shots, 2 loose balls
- Standout players:
Upcoming Games
Expect more action this week with games on ESPN+. Notable matchups include:
Friday, February 27:
- Georgia vs. Philadelphia – 5 p.m. MT
- San Diego vs. Colorado – 7 p.m. MT
Saturday, February 28:
- Oshawa vs. Ottawa – 5 p.m. MT
- Halifax vs. Calgary – 7 p.m. MT
Sunday, March 1:
- Vancouver vs. San Diego – 4 p.m. MT
This weekend, Denver Pioneers will wrap up a busy start to the season against Michigan at Peter Barton Lacrosse Stadium. The game kicks off at 1 p.m. MT and will be available for streaming.
In recent years, the popularity of lacrosse has soared, with a 27% increase in youth participation reported by the Sports & Fitness Industry Association. This trend shows a growing interest in the sport, paving the way for future stars from programs like the University of Denver.
For complete updates on Denver’s teams, check out DenverPioneers.com. Keep supporting our athletes as they continue to make their mark in the sport!
