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Boston U Lacrosse Cracks Top 20 After Dominance Over Army
Six straight wins over Army have the Terriers back in the national rankings.
Mar. 17, 2026 at 12:19am
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The Boston University men's lacrosse team has returned to the USA Lacrosse Top 20 rankings after a dominant stretch against Army, winning six straight games against their Patriot League rival. This run of success has propelled the Terriers back into the national spotlight after previously falling out of the rankings.
Why it matters
Boston University's lacrosse program has been on the rise in recent years, but struggled to maintain a national ranking. Their current hot streak against Army, one of the top teams in the Patriot League, demonstrates their ability to compete with the best programs in the country and should raise expectations for the Terriers going forward.
The details
The Terriers have defeated Army in six consecutive matchups, a streak that has helped them re-enter the USA Lacrosse Top 20 rankings. This run of success against a perennial power has been a major boost for the program and has them positioned to potentially make a deep postseason run.
- The Terriers' six-game win streak over Army began in April 2025.
- Boston University re-entered the USA Lacrosse Top 20 rankings on March 17, 2026.
The players
Boston University
The Boston University men's lacrosse team, a rising program in the Patriot League that has now cracked the national Top 20 rankings.
Army
A perennial powerhouse in men's lacrosse, Army has been the primary rival for Boston University in recent seasons.
What’s next
Boston University will look to continue their strong play and solidify their spot in the Top 20 as they enter the heart of their conference schedule.
The takeaway
Boston University's lacrosse team has proven they can compete with the nation's best programs, and their recent dominance over Army has earned them a well-deserved return to the national rankings. This success should raise expectations for the Terriers and demonstrate the progress their program has made in recent years.
