Siena Men's Lacrosse Clinches Sixth Straight Playoff Berth

Saints score 7 unanswered goals in 3rd quarter to defeat Sacred Heart

Apr. 12, 2026 at 1:35am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the dynamic action of a men's lacrosse game, with overlapping planes of navy, green, and orange conveying the sport's intensity and Siena's ongoing playoff run.Siena's men's lacrosse team clinches another playoff berth with a hard-fought victory over Sacred Heart, continuing the program's streak of consistent success.Saratoga Springs Today

The Siena men's lacrosse team clinched their sixth consecutive playoff berth with a 15-11 victory over Sacred Heart on Saturday. After a close first half, the Saints scored 7 unanswered goals in the third quarter to take control of the game and secure the win on Senior Day at Hickey Field.

Why it matters

Siena's men's lacrosse program has established itself as a consistent contender in the NCAA tournament, having now qualified for the playoffs six years in a row. This latest victory highlights the team's ability to make key adjustments and pull away from opponents in the second half of games.

The details

Trailing 8-7 midway through the third quarter, the Siena men's lacrosse team scored 7 consecutive goals to take a commanding 14-8 lead. This decisive run was sparked by the Saints' ability to win faceoffs and control possession, leading to high-percentage scoring chances. Siena's defense also tightened up, limiting Sacred Heart's opportunities in the second half.

  • The game was played on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at Hickey Field in Loudonville, New York.
  • Siena scored 7 unanswered goals in the third quarter to take control of the game.

The players

Siena Men's Lacrosse Team

The Siena men's lacrosse team is a Division I program that competes in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC). They have now qualified for the NCAA tournament six years in a row.

Sacred Heart

The Sacred Heart men's lacrosse team is a Division I program that competes in the Northeast Conference. They were ranked in the receiving votes category heading into this matchup with Siena.

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What’s next

Siena will await their seeding and opponent for the upcoming NCAA Division I Men's Lacrosse Championship tournament.

The takeaway

Siena's men's lacrosse team has established itself as a consistent playoff contender, showcasing the ability to make key adjustments and pull away from opponents in the second half of games. This latest victory highlights the program's sustained success and bright outlook for the future.