Maryland Lacrosse Triumphs with Dramatic 13-12 Win Over Virginia in Semifinals

Heading into the fourth quarter on Saturday, No. 10 Maryland men’s lacrosse held a three-goal lead at home. Another goal would’ve likely allowed it to cruise to victory.

But the Terps went quiet and Virginia took full advantage, scoring four unanswered goals. Maryland had one final chance to keep the game alive and cashed in. Leo Johnson ripped a shot to the back of the net with 40 seconds remaining.

Sudden death overtime was in store. Then a second overtime, and a third. After a big defensive stop that ended with a Cavaliers shot that hit the post, Maryland seized offensive possession.

Zach Whittier wrapped around and fired a shot to the back of the net to give the Terps a thrilling 13-12 win. At the end of the first overtime, senior defender Will Schaller pursued a Cavalier around the net. Schaller helped prevent a goal, but he went down with a leg injury.