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Ave Maria Lacrosse Beats No. 7 Life Running Eagles 8-6
Top 10 matchup in Southwest Florida sees No. 8 Gyrenes prevail in crucial third quarter
Apr. 17, 2026 at 8:58am
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A cubist interpretation of the intense action and competition of a top-ranked lacrosse matchup.Ave Maria TodayIn a Top 10 lacrosse matchup in Southwest Florida on Thursday night, the No. 8 Ave Maria Lacrosse team defeated the No. 7 Life Running Eagles by a score of 8-6. A crucial third quarter performance was the difference-maker for the Gyrenes in the close victory.
Why it matters
This win over a fellow Top 10 opponent is a significant early-season result for the Ave Maria lacrosse program, which is looking to build on its success and compete for a national ranking this year. The Gyrenes and Running Eagles are both expected to be among the top teams in their respective conferences.
The details
Ave Maria outscored Life 3-1 in the pivotal third quarter to take control of the game. The Gyrenes defense was able to limit the Running Eagles' high-powered offense, which had been averaging over 12 goals per game coming into the matchup.
- The game was played on Thursday, April 17, 2026.
The players
Ave Maria Lacrosse
The No. 8 ranked lacrosse team from Ave Maria University, a private Catholic university located in Ave Maria, Florida.
Life Running Eagles
The No. 7 ranked lacrosse team from Life University, a private university located in Marietta, Georgia.
The takeaway
This hard-fought victory over a fellow Top 10 opponent demonstrates the growth and competitiveness of the Ave Maria lacrosse program, which is establishing itself as a force to be reckoned with in the national landscape.
