Warriors Lacrosse Comeback Falls Short Against Bulldogs

10th-ranked Webber International loses close game to Tennessee Wesleyan in conference play

Apr. 12, 2026 at 12:45am

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

A fragmented, geometric painting depicting the dynamic movements and competing perspectives of a lacrosse match, rendered in shades of blue, green, and gold.A cubist interpretation of the intense action and competing forces on the lacrosse field as Webber International battles Tennessee Wesleyan.Babson Park Today

The 10th-ranked Webber International men's lacrosse team mounted a late comeback attempt against the Tennessee Wesleyan Bulldogs in an AAC conference matchup, but ultimately fell short in a close game played on Saturday afternoon in Babson Park, Florida.

Why it matters

Webber International is one of the top lacrosse programs in the Sunshine State, and this loss to a conference rival is an important setback in their quest to win the AAC title and earn a spot in the national tournament.

The details

After falling behind 2-0 early, Webber fought back to briefly take the lead in the second quarter. However, Tennessee Wesleyan responded with a 6-1 run that spanned the second and third quarters to regain control of the game. Webber made a late push to try and erase the deficit, but could not complete the comeback.

  • The game was played on Saturday afternoon, April 12, 2026.
  • Webber International erased an early 2-0 deficit in the second quarter.

The players

Webber International Warriors

The men's lacrosse team from Webber International University, a small private college located in Babson Park, Florida. The Warriors are currently ranked 10th nationally in Division II.

Tennessee Wesleyan Bulldogs

The men's lacrosse team from Tennessee Wesleyan University, a private liberal arts college located in Athens, Tennessee. The Bulldogs are a conference rival of Webber International in the AAC.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

The takeaway

This close loss to a conference opponent is a setback for the 10th-ranked Webber International Warriors, who will need to regroup and try to bounce back in their next AAC matchup as they continue their pursuit of the conference title and a spot in the national tournament.