Saints Prepare for MAAC Title Rematch with Sacred Heart

Siena men's lacrosse team looks to maintain MAAC lead against conference rival

Apr. 10, 2026 at 10:53pm

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A fractured, cubist painting depicting the dynamic movements and action of a lacrosse game, with angular geometric shapes in shades of blue, green, and purple representing the players and ball.The upcoming MAAC title rematch between Siena and Sacred Heart promises an intense, high-stakes clash between the conference's top contenders.Loudonville Today

The Siena men's lacrosse team, currently leading the MAAC with a 5-0 conference record, is preparing to face Sacred Heart in a rematch of the 2025 MAAC championship game. The Pioneers, who are tied for second in the MAAC with a 4-1 record, will visit Siena's Hickey Field on Saturday. While a win alone would not clinch the 1-seed and home field advantage for Siena, it would put them in a strong position with just two MAAC games remaining.

Why it matters

This matchup between the top two teams in the MAAC standings will have significant implications for seeding in the upcoming conference tournament. Siena is looking to defend its MAAC title, while Sacred Heart aims to knock off the defending champions and improve its own postseason positioning.

The details

Siena has been dominant in MAAC play so far this season, posting a 5-0 record in conference games. Saturday's contest against Sacred Heart will be the Saints' toughest test yet, as the Pioneers are tied for second in the MAAC with a 4-1 record. A win for Siena would not clinch the 1-seed and home field advantage for the MAAC tournament, but it would put the Saints in a strong position with just two conference games remaining.

  • The Saints and Sacred Heart will face off at 12 p.m. on Saturday, April 12, 2026 at Siena's Hickey Field.
  • Siena won the 2025 MAAC championship game against Sacred Heart 12-8.

The players

Tim Cox

Head Coach of the Siena men's lacrosse team.

Ryan Lanigan

Assistant Coach of the Siena men's lacrosse team.

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What they’re saying

“With alumni and parents and people that bring it up. But for us, day to day, on the field the message with the 53 guys on the team is just the next opponent up. Let's not try to put too much stock into it. Understanding our ultimate goal of reaching the playoffs and going for that crown at the end of the year is still very much alive, win or lose.”

— Tim Cox, Head Coach

What’s next

A win for Siena would put them in a strong position to clinch the 1-seed and home field advantage for the MAAC tournament, with just two conference games remaining after Saturday's matchup.

The takeaway

This highly anticipated rematch between the top two teams in the MAAC standings will have significant implications for the conference tournament. Siena is looking to defend its title, while Sacred Heart aims to knock off the defending champions and improve its own postseason positioning.