Standout Goalie Joins No. 6 Spiders Lacrosse

Connor Knight, a senior, returns to the University of Richmond after redshirting last season.

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

The University of Richmond's No. 6 ranked lacrosse team has welcomed back senior goalie Connor Knight, who redshirted last season but has emerged as a standout player so far this season.

Why it matters

Knight's return to the Spiders' lineup is a significant boost for the team, which is aiming to build on its strong ranking and make a deep postseason run. His experience and skill in goal will be crucial to the team's success.

The details

Connor Knight, a senior goalie, redshirted last season for the University of Richmond lacrosse team. However, he has come back this season and established himself as a key player for the No. 6 ranked Spiders squad.

  • Connor Knight redshirted during the 2025 season.

The players

Connor Knight

A senior goalie for the University of Richmond lacrosse team.

University of Richmond

The college where the No. 6 ranked Spiders lacrosse team plays.

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The takeaway

Connor Knight's return to the University of Richmond lacrosse team as a senior goalie provides a significant boost to the No. 6 ranked Spiders, who are aiming to make a deep postseason run this year.