UAlbany Defeats Binghamton in Men's Lacrosse Matchup

Rivalry game between two upstate New York college programs ends in victory for the Great Danes.

Apr. 4, 2026 at 11:24pm

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The UAlbany men's lacrosse team defeated their in-state rivals from Binghamton University in a closely contested matchup played in Albany, New York. The Great Danes emerged victorious in the regional rivalry game between the two upstate college programs.

Why it matters

Men's lacrosse is a popular sport in the Northeast, with many competitive college programs located in the region. This game showcased the talent and intensity of the rivalry between UAlbany and Binghamton, two programs that regularly compete for conference titles and NCAA tournament berths.

The details

The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading goals throughout. UAlbany was able to pull away in the fourth quarter, scoring several key goals to secure the victory. The win improves the Great Danes' record on the season and keeps them in contention for a top seed in the upcoming conference tournament.

  • The game was played on April 4, 2026 in Albany, New York.

The players

UAlbany Great Danes

The men's lacrosse team representing the University at Albany, SUNY, a public research university located in New York's capital city.

Binghamton Bearcats

The men's lacrosse team from Binghamton University, a public research university in Binghamton, New York.

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What they’re saying

“Our guys really battled hard today against a tough Binghamton team. I'm proud of the way we were able to make plays down the stretch to come away with the win.”

— Scott Marr, Head Coach, UAlbany Men's Lacrosse

What’s next

UAlbany will look to build on this victory as they prepare for their next game against conference rival Stony Brook on April 11th. Binghamton will try to rebound in their next matchup against UMBC on April 18th.

The takeaway

This hard-fought victory for UAlbany in the regional rivalry game against Binghamton demonstrates the high level of competition in men's lacrosse within the Northeast, where many of the top college programs are located.