Tampa Looks for Redemption Against the Eagles

TAMPA, Fla. – The University of Tampa men's lacrosse team returns home to redeem themselves in the first conference matchup of the season.

The Matchup: No. 6 University of Tampa (4-1,0-0 SSC) vs. Embry-Riddle (4-2,0-0 SSC)

Date/Time: Wednesday, March 8th, 2023 at 4:00 p.m.

Location: Naimoli Family Athletic and Intramural Complex. 1120 West North A Street, Tampa, FL 33606

Series History: This will be the third matchup for the teams after meeting last season, with the Spartans holding a 3-0 lead in the series.

About the Spartans: Tampa comes into the game following their first loss in 25 games to Frostburg State on Saturday. The Spartans average 47.8 shots a game and have recorded 83 goals on the season. Daniel Fitzpatrick leads Tampa in goals this season with 12, and teammate Canyon Birch follows right behind him with 11. The Spartans are looking to redeem themselves and get back into the win column on Wednesday.

About the Eagles: The Eagles are looking to come to Tampa and stay in the win column. Embry-Riddle is coming off a 16-14 win over Lander on Friday. They have netted 83 goals on the season, and they average 44.5 shots per game. Junior Isaiah Hines leads the Eagles in goals this season, and he is looking to continue his success to help Embry-Riddle earn the win on Wednesday.