Category: Rutgers lacrosse

Rutgers men’s and women’s lacrosse received honors for last week’s performances

On Tuesday, Rutgers women’s lacrosse Cassidy Spilis and Rutgers men’s lacrosse Tommy Mendke received honors from last week’s performances.

On Tuesday, Rutgers women’s lacrosse Cassidy Spilis was named Big Ten Midfielder of the Week, and Rutgers men’s lacrosse Tommy Mendke was ranked among the nation’s best players of the week.

Last week, Spilis recorded seven points on six goals and an assist for Rutgers women’s lacrosse in its season-opening 20-10 win over Manhattan.

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Spilis’s Big Ten Midfielder of the Week honor is the sixth of her career and the eighth overall weekly conference award. She has been named Big Ten Midfielder of the Week in the three previous seasons.

After her six goals last week, Spilis is two goals away from becoming the first player in program history to record 200 career goals for the Scarlet Knights.

As for Rutgers men’s lacrosse, Tommy Mendke was ranked among the nation’s best players of the week, representing the Scarlet Knights on the USILA Team of the Week. The Rutgers defenseman joins Ross Scott as the second Scarlet Knight named to the USILA Team of the Week.

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He recorded his second career start last week, registering three caused turnovers and four ground balls. Mendke and the Scarlet Knights held Stony Brook to just six goals in the first 40 minutes, capturing a 16-12 victory to improve to 2-0 on the season.

 

 

 

Rutgers men’s lacrosse moves up four spots in latest poll, one of five ranked Big Ten teams

Rutgers men’s lacrosse is making a move in the polls this week.

Following a 2-0 start to the season, Rutgers men’s lacrosse moved up an impressive four spots this week in the Men’s Division I Media Poll.

The poll sees Rutgers as one of the biggest movers since the last poll (which was the preseason poll. The Scarlet Knights are now No. 11, moving up four places from their preseason ranking.

Rutgers started the season with impressive wins over Leigh two weeks ago and this past weekend at Stony Brook.

The top three teams in the poll (Notre Dame, followed by Duke and Virginia) remain unchanged. Maryland moved up to fourth following wins over then No. 19 Richmond and No. 12 Loyola (Maryland).

Rutgers is one of five Big Ten programs ranked by the media this week:

Ohio State is receiving votes this week.

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Rutgers faces No. 7 Army this weekend then travel to play at No. 20 Loyola the following weekend.

Rutgers men’s lacrosse captured victory in season opener against Lehigh

On Saturday, Rutgers men’s lacrosse (1-0) defeated Lehigh (0-1) 14-12 to capture their season opener.

On Saturday, Rutgers men’s lacrosse (1-0) defeated Lehigh (0-1) 14-12 to capture their season opener. Rutgers team captain Shane Knobloch and Rutgers Big Ten Preseason Player to Watch Jack Aimone recorded a hat trick in their first 2024 victory.

Rutgers Dante Kulas, Ross Scott, and John Sidorski contributed on the offensive end, each recording two goals in front of their home crowd. Also, Rutgers Tanner Germain and Ryan Splaine added to the scoring on Saturday, each logging a goal.

Rutgers goalie Cardin Stoller made his Scarlet Knights debut, recording ten saves on 40 shots faced, allowing 12 goals in a winning effort.

With their victory on Saturday, the Scarlet Knights have won 12 straight season openers and have won 20 of their past 22 season openers.

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Lehigh jumped out early, building a 5-2 lead after the first quarter. After falling behind, the Scarlet Knights went on a four-goal run to take their first lead of the day at 7-6. The Mountain Hawks tied the game at 7-7 with a goal in the remaining seconds of the first half.

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In the third quarter, the Scarlet Knights opened up the scoring to give them an 11-8 lead. Lehigh fought back but couldn’t get closer than 12-11. Scott and Aimone put the final icing on the game, with both players recording the final two goals to give Rutgers a 14-12 win.

 

Rutgers lacrosse: Three players were named Preseason Players to Watch by the Big Ten

Rutgers lacrosse earned preseason all-conference recognition from the Big Ten when three players were named Big Ten Players to Watch.

Rutgers lacrosse earned preseason all-conference recognition from the Big Ten when Jack Aimone, Shane Knobloch, and Ross Scott were named Big Ten Players to Watch on Thursday. It is the first Preseason Players to Watch selection for Aimone, while Scott (three times) and Knobloch (twice) have received this recognition multiple times.

Also, this is the second preseason recognition for Knobloch and Scott this week, as the two Scarlet Knights were named Preseason All-Americans by USA Lacrosse Magazine and Inside Lacrosse on Monday.

Aimone, a senior midfielder, is an impactful player on Rutgers’ offense. As a junior last season, the Ringoes, New Jersey, native posted 25 goals and seven assists and is the third-ranking returning scorer for the Scarlet Knights. Aimone has recorded 34 goals, nine assists, and 43 points while appearing in 31 games in three seasons with the Scarlet Knights.

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Rutgers 2024 team captain Knobloch was named First Team Preseason All-American by USA Lacrosse Magazine and Second Team by Inside Lacrosse. According to Inside Lacrosse, Knobloch was ranked the No. 33 player in the nation.

Knobloch enters his senior season, being named an All-American after each season with the Scarlet Knights. The Moorestown, New Jersey native recorded 21 goals, two game-winners, and 17 assists within 14 games last season. In three seasons with the Scarlet Knights, Knobloch has logged 69 goals and 38 assists in 46 games.

As for Scott, he was named an Honorable Mention selection by both publications on Monday. The Rutgers 2024 captain is ranked No. 26 on Inside Lacrosse’s Top 50 Players Preseason List. The West Linn, Oregon native appeared in 52 career games for the Scarlet Knights, recording 89 goals, 48 assists, and seven game-winners.

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Rutgers men’s lacrosse Shane Knobloch and Ross Scott were named Preseason All-Americans

Rutgers men’s lacrosse Shane Knobloch and Ross Scott were named Preseason All-Americans by USA Lacrosse Magazine and Inside Lacrosse.

On Monday, Rutgers men’s lacrosse Shane Knobloch and Ross Scott were named Preseason All-Americans by USA Lacrosse Magazine and Inside Lacrosse.

Rutgers 2024 team captain Knobloch was named First Team Preseason All-American by USA Lacrosse Magazine and Second Team by Inside Lacrosse. According to Inside Lacrosse, the Scarlet Knights senior was ranked the No. 33 player in the nation.

Knobloch enters his senior season, being named an All-American after each season with the Scarlet Knights. Also, he was a Second Team All-American via the USILA after last season. The Moorestown, New Jersey native recorded 21 goals, two game-winners, and 17 assists within 14 games. In three seasons with the Scarlet Knights, Knobloch has logged 69 goals and 38 assists in 46 games.

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As for Scott, he was named an Honorable Mention selection by both publications on Monday. The Rutgers 2024 captain is ranked No. 26 on Inside Lacrosse’s Top 50 Men’s Players Preseason List. The West Linn, Oregon native appeared in 52 career games for the Scarlet Knights, recording 89 goals, 48 assists, and seven game-winners.

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In 2023, Scott logged 25 goals and 17 assists while starting 14 games for the Scarlet Knights. For his efforts last season, Scott received the 2023 USILA Scholar All-American honor, the 2023 Honorable Mention All-American (USILA) honor, and the 2023 Second Team All-Big Ten honor.

 

Rutgers lacrosse: Shane Knobloch, Ross Scott named Preseason All-Americans

Three from Rutgers men’s lacrosse get preseason accolades.

On Wednesday, USA Lacrosse Magazine released its Preseason All- Americans list and Rutgers was well represented. Two Scarlet Knights made the list, including Shane Knobloch, named a First Team Preseason All-American, and Ross Scott, named an Honorable Mention.

While the Scarlet Knights are full of talent, Knobloch and Ross receiving national recognition is no surprise. The talented duo are team captains this year and have already put together impressive resumes in Piscataway.

Knobloch, who will be entering his senior season, has been a scoring machine since making his collegiate debut. In 46 games, the Morristown native has recorded 107 career points, including 69 goals. He is also a two-time All-Big Ten selection and the 2021 Big Ten Freshman of the Year.

 

Like Knobloch, Scott has become a key player due to his performance on the field. In 52 games, the two-time all-conference selection has scored 89 goals and dished out 48 assists. He is also ranked as the No. 26 player in the nation by Inside Lacrosse.

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Although expectations for the 2024 campaign are high, Rutgers is ready for the challenge. Over the last three years, the Scarlet Knights have posted a 32-14 record. In that span, they recorded 13 wins against ranked teams.

If Knobloch and Scott meet expectations, Rutgers will again be a team few want to face.

Rutgers lacrosse names 2024 captains

Rutgers lacrosse names its captains for 2024.

With the start of the 2024 Lacrosse season quickly approaching, the Scarlet Knights have named their captains. They will have familiar leadership in Ross Scott, who will be a captain for the second straight season. He will be joined by Shane Knoblach.

As Scott prepares for his fifth season with Rutgers, expectations are higher than ever before. The Oregon native was recently ranked as the No. 26 player in the nation by Inside Lacrosse. In 52 career games, he has been a points machine, recording 89 goals and dishing out 48 assists.

 

Although Knoblach doesn’t have a resume as long as Scott, Rutgers is still in good hands. The Moorestown native was recently ranked as the No. 33 player in the nation entering the season by Inside Lacrosse. During his time in Piscataway, Knoblach has been a three-time All-American, two-time All-Big Ten selection and was the 2021 Big Ten Freshman of the Year.

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With this talented duo setting the tone, Rutgers will be in a prime position to build on their recent success. Over the past three full seasons, Rutgers has posted a 32-14 record. In span, they have recorded 13 wins against ranked opponents. Going back even further, Rutgers has 36 wins against ranked opponents since 2003.

That success should continue with a talented roster led by two stars in Scott and Knoblach.

Rutgers lacrosse is ranked No. 15 in the USA Lacrosse Preseason Poll

On Wednesday, Rutgers lacrosse received the No. 15 ranking in the USA Lacrosse Preseason Poll.

On Wednesday, Rutgers lacrosse received the No. 15 ranking in the USA Lacrosse Preseason Poll.

Last season, following an 8-6 season, Rutgers was No. 17 in the nation in the coaches poll.

Rutgers finished 2023  ranked No. 15 in the nation and the No. 6 seed in the Big Ten Tournament. While playing in the Big Ten Tournament Quarterfinals, the Scarlet Knights lost to No. 7 Maryland 14-11, ending Rutgers’ season.

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Heading into the 2024 season, the Scarlet Knights will face a 13-game slate while facing nine teams that finished in the top 30 of the NCAA RPI last season. Also, the Rutgers will face six teams that made the NCAA Tournament last season.

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The Scarlet Knights have advanced to the NCAA Tournament in two of the past three seasons, including making the 2022 Final Four. Last season, Rutgers recorded wins over four NCAA Tournament teams and three teams ranked top-15 in the country.

On February 3, Rutgers will open up their 2024 schedule against Lehigh at SHI Stadium as they host the Mountain Hawks in their season opener.

 

 

Men’s Lacrosse reveals 2024 Schedule

The Rutgers men’s lacrosse schedule is out.

After months of anticipation, Rutgers lacrosse fans can start marking their calendars. On Thursday, the Scarlet Knights revealed their schedule for the 2024 campaign. With the season set to kick off on February 3, the Scarlet Knights will face 13 teams.

During the 2024 season, Rutgers will play five Big Ten teams. Their non-conference slate includes five home games and two on the road. Due to their success last year, they have a challenging season ahead.

The Scarlet Knights will face nine teams that finished in the top 30 of the NCAA RPI last season. That includes group includes six teams that made the NCAA Tournament. Rutgers is also set to play the Patriot League and Ivy League champions.

 

In Big Ten play, Rutgers will welcome Penn State, Ohio State and John Hopkins to Piscataway. They are set to go on the road to face Michigan and Maryland. Their non-conference play also includes plenty of intriguing matchups.

The Scarlet Knights will face Lehigh, Army, Hofstra, Detroit Mercy and Princeton. They will go on the road to face Brook and Loyola. When the regular season ends Rutgers hopes a deep playoff run is in store.

Ohio State will host the Big Ten Tournament semifinals and championship game this season. The Big Ten Tournament Quarterfinal matchups will be played at the higher-seed team’s stadium.

Entering the 2024 campaign, Rutgers has high expectations, having advanced to the NCAA Tournament in two of the past three seasons. In 2022, they made it to the Final Four.

Three rookies from Rutgers women’s lax earn spot on 2023 ILWomen Power 100 Incoming Freshmen rankings

Three Rutgers women’s lacrosse players make a national list.

Rutgers women’s lacrosse made headlines on Thursday and had reason to celebrate. Three rookies were named to the 2023 ILWomen Power 100 Incoming Freshmen rankings. The trio includes Reese Robinson, ranked No.40, while classmates Samantha Swanovich and Payton Tini were honorable mentions.

For the second straight season, multiple Rutgers players have made the list. Last year, Katie Buck and Ava Chiarella made the cut. It is a welcoming sign for the program, which has high expectations for the 2024 campaign.

 

This past spring, Rutgers had one of the most challenging schedules, which proved to be no issue. The Scarlet Knights won eight games and made its third consecutive Big Ten Tournament Semifinal appearance. Their impressive season included wins against ranked teams such as Stony Brook, Johns Hopkins and Jacksonville.

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Rutgers hopes that trend continues with the additions of Robinson, Swanovich and Tini. The talented trio will boost Rutgers’ midfield and attack.

Additionally, the trio’s resumes are one reason people in Piscataway are excited about the future. Robinson joins Rutgers after being named a 2023 New Balance and Adrenalin All-American. Swanovich was one of the best players in Florida, as she was a Hillsborough County All-Western Conference Team member in 2021 and 2022.

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Rounding out the list is Tini, a 2023 USA Lacrosse All-American. If this talented group can meet expectations, Rutgers future will be bright.