No. 2 Maryland Hands No. 1 Notre Dame Its First Loss in Lacrosse
Playing in a neutral site game in Atlanta, Notre Dame fell for the first time in the 2025 men's lacrosse season.
www.si.comHere’s the latest I can share based on current public reporting.
- Notre Dame lacrosse has been in the news for strong results and season momentum, including top-10 program-level attention after recent wins against ranked opponents. This has led some outlets to speculate about possible national rankings moving in their favor as the season progresses.[1][3]
- The program has been highlighted for its defensive? and scoring depth in several recaps, with standout performances from key attackers and solid goaltending contributing to notable victories.[4][1]
- Notre Dame’s schedule remains challenging, with upcoming tests against other high-caliber programs and potential implications for NCAA tournament positioning later in the year.[1][4]
If you’d like, I can pull more specific articles, provide a rundown of recent game results, or compile a brief timeline of the season so far. I can also set up a quick chart of win/loss by opponent ranking if you want a visual. Please tell me which you prefer.
Citations: Notre Dame lacrosse coverage and game reports cited in recent sports outlets discuss the team's rising trajectory and notable wins in 2025–2026 season.[3][4][1]