Denver Lacrosse Team Falls to Providence in Overtime Thriller
On a dramatic Saturday afternoon at Chapey Field, the University of Denver men’s lacrosse team faced Providence in a nail-biting clash. Despite staging a comeback, the Pioneers lost 8-7 in overtime.
Key Players
Sophomore Grayson Manning stood out with 16 impressive saves, achieving a save percentage of over 66% for the fifth time this season. Joe Taraboletti and Marek Tzagournis both shone, contributing two goals each, while Chase Bruno added a goal and an assist to the scoreboard.
How the Game Unfolded
In the first quarter, both teams were evenly matched, ending with a 1-1 tie. Manning showcased his skills with five saves during this period. The second quarter saw Providence take a 3-2 lead, with Colin Komenda scoring his first career goal.
The third quarter was marked by Providence extending their lead to 6-3, but Tzagournis managed to score one for Denver before the end of the quarter.
The most exciting moments came in the fourth quarter. With a surge of adrenaline, Taraboletti scored twice to narrow the gap, and Tzagournis netted another to equalize at 7-7. Denver’s defense held strong, forcing a shot clock violation by Providence, sending the game into overtime after a fierce defensive stand.
In overtime, Denver had an initial opportunity but failed to capitalize. Joseph from Providence then scored the game-winning goal, sealing the fate of the Pioneers.
Looking Ahead
Next up, Denver will host Marquette in their final regular-season game. Fans can catch the action on ESPN+ at 6 PM MT.
With this matchup, the Pioneers aim to bounce back after a tough loss and finish the season on a high note.
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