Men's Lacrosse

Men’s Lacrosse Thumps Brown to Open Ivy Play

By William D. Cawley · Sunday, March 15, 2026

On defense, junior goalkeeper Matt Tully bounced back from his tough start against Penn State, saving 10 shots and holding Brown to eight goals in his time in the cage. Sophomore goalkeeper Tim Piacentini also saw time, saving three of the four shots faced.

Men’s Lacrosse Gets Pummeled by Penn State

By William D. Cawley · Sunday, March 8, 2026

Men’s Lacrosse Breezes by Hobart, Falls Short Against Richmond

By William D. Cawley · Saturday, March 7, 2026

No. 5 Men’s Lacrosse Scores Six Straight to Close Comeback Win Over No. 17 Denver

By William D. Cawley · Monday, Feb. 23, 2026

Preview: No. 5 Men’s Lacrosse Readies for Clash With Denver

By William D. Cawley · Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026

On Saturday, Cornell (1-0) struggled to find the groove that it lived in last year, eking out an 11-10 win over Albany. Although Albany is a talented, hardworking team, the result was not what the Red were looking for to start its national title defense.

No. 4 Men’s Lacrosse Gets by Albany in Season Opener

By William D. Cawley · Monday, Feb. 16, 2026

No. 4 men's lacrosse faced the University of Albany in its season opener, winning the match, 11-10.

Season Preview: No. 3 Men’s Lacrosse Looks to Defend National Title, Opens Season at Albany

By Alexis Rogers and William D. Cawley · Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026

The Red will start its season on the road against the University at Albany. The game will take place at 1 p.m. on Saturday. Cornell faced UAlbany twice last year, the second coming in the second round of the NCAA tournament. The Red won both meetings, by scores of 18-11 and 15-6, respectively.

Luke Robinson ’28 Brings Home U20 World Men’s Lacrosse Championship for Canada

By William D. Cawley · Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025

This summer, sophomore midfielder Luke Robinson realized his lifelong dream by representing Team Canada as he helped lead the team to the men’s lacrosse U20 world championship.

Cornell Athletics Hires Eight New Coaches For Seven Teams

By Zeinab Faraj · Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025

Cornell Athletics added eight new coaches to its varsity sports this summer.

Walker Wallace Leaves Cornell a Champion and Joins ACC Football at UVA

By Zeinab Faraj · Wednesday, July 30, 2025

While some might consider a NCAA championship the best way to end a collegiate career, long stick midfielder Walker Wallace ’25 is trading his lacrosse cleats for football ones as he will join UVA’s football team as a tight end.

Cornell Lacrosse’s CJ Kirst ’25 Nominated for ESPY Award

Men's Lacrosse’s CJ Kirst ’25 Nominated for ESPY Award

By Zeinab Faraj · Tuesday, July 15, 2025

Cornell lacrosse attackman CJ Kirst ’25, a national champion and NCAA goals leader, is nominated for an ESPY Award as men’s sports Best College Athlete.

CJ Kirst ’25 Named 2025 Tewaaraton Award Recipient

By Alexis Rogers · Thursday, May 29, 2025

With the distinction, Kirst rounds out one of the most impressive men’s lacrosse careers of all time.

No. 1 Men’s Lacrosse Wins Over No. 2 Maryland, Takes National Title for First Time Since 1977

By Alexis Rogers and William D. Cawley · Monday, May 26, 2025

“No one ever had any doubt,” said senior goalkeeper Wyatt Knust. “Everyone believed the entire way, and that focus got us to where we needed to be.”

For Men’s Lacrosse, This Monday Means More

By Jane McNally · Sunday, May 25, 2025

“We stand on the shoulders of giants,” Buczek said. “We're upholding a very long and proud tradition, and we're just trying to make sure it's the best version of it that it can possibly be.”

PREVIEW: No. 1 Men’s Lacrosse to Face No. 2 Maryland in the National Championship

By William D. Cawley · Sunday, May 25, 2025

For the first time since 2005, the two top-ranked teams will meet in the national championship.

No. 1 Men’s Lacrosse Sends No. 5 Penn State Home in NCAA Semifinal, Advances to Championship Game

By Alexis Rogers · Saturday, May 24, 2025

"We knew every time we got in the huddle that we were playing our game, we were comfortable and our defense was doing a good job holding them down.”

PREVIEW: No. 1 Men’s Lacrosse Readies for Rematch with No. 5 Penn State in NCAA Semifinal

By Alexis Rogers · Thursday, May 22, 2025

“We’re excited for the opportunity to hopefully right a huge wrong. We have a huge test in front of us. Their team is well-coached, tough and talented, so they’re going to push us.”

The Sun’s Male Senior Athlete of the Year: Men’s Lacrosse’s CJ Kirst

By Alexis Rogers · Tuesday, May 20, 2025

239 goals made him the highest-scoring Dl men’s lacrosse player of all time. 74 goals is the most any Cornellian has achieved in a single season. The record books tell one story. It’s impossible, however, to quantify Kirst’s leadership, charisma and character.

No. 1 Men’s Lacrosse Outmaneuvers Richmond’s Defense for Tight Victory in Tough NCAA Quarterfinal

By Alexis Rogers and William D. Cawley · Saturday, May 17, 2025

Though Cornell was behind by one goal at the end of every quarter, ultimately, a last-minute lead and defensive lockdown gave the Red a 13-12 NCAA Quarterfinal victory.

No. 1 Men’s Lacrosse Advances to NCAA Quarterfinals After Shutting Down Albany in Second Round

By Alexis Rogers and William D. Cawley · Sunday, May 11, 2025

“It doesn’t have to be perfect, but it’s got to be tough. It’s got to be disciplined. Whatever gets it done.”