Spartans Earn Top 5 Ranking
After defeating the No. 1 Limestone College Saints, the Spartans move up in the rankings to No. 5.
TAMPA, Fla. – In the USILA Division II Coaches poll announced on Monday, February 19th, the University of Tampa men's lacrosse program was tabbed the No. 5 best team in the nation.
After defeating the reigning national champions on Sunday by a final score of 12-10, Tampa moved up to No. 5 in the rankings. The Spartans have started their 2018 campaign with a perfect 3-0 record, having also defeated the Tusculum College Pioneers, and the Queens University of Charlotte Royals.
Saint Leo is the only other ranked team in the Sunshine State Conference snagging the No. 15 spot, while Florida Tech is receiving votes.
The Spartans continue their journey on Friday, February 23rd as they host the No. 7 NYIT Bears. The game is slated to begin at 7:00 p.m. at the Naimoli Family Intramural and Athletic Complex in Tampa, Fla.
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