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Ohio State Lacrosse Advances to Big Ten Tournament Title Game After Thrilling Semifinal Victory
May 1, 2025 | Columbus, OH — by [Your Name]
The Ohio State men’s lacrosse team is headed to the Big Ten Tournament championship game after a dramatic and hard-fought semifinal win that showcased their grit, determination, and championship pedigree. With a berth in the conference title game now secured, the Buckeyes are just one victory away from hoisting the Big Ten trophy.
Facing off against a tough Maryland squad in Thursday night’s semifinal, Ohio State delivered a statement performance, edging out the Terrapins 12-10 in a back-and-forth battle. The victory marks the program’s first appearance in the Big Ten title game since 2017 and signals a major resurgence for Buckeye lacrosse under head coach Nick Myers.
“We’ve talked all year about earning the right to play in big games like this,” said Myers. “Our guys played with heart, discipline, and a relentless edge tonight. I couldn’t be prouder of how they competed.”
Balanced Attack, Lockdown Defense
Leading the way for Ohio State was junior attackman Jack Myers, who tallied four goals and two assists in a standout performance that kept the Maryland defense on its heels. Senior midfielder Eric Fannell added three goals of his own, while the Buckeye defense, anchored by goalie Skylar Wahlund’s 14 saves, held firm in the face of repeated second-half pressure.
“This was a full team effort,” said Myers. “We knew Maryland was going to come at us with everything, but we stuck to our game plan and trusted each other.”
Ohio State opened the game with a flurry of energy, jumping out to a 5-2 lead in the first quarter before Maryland clawed back to tie things up at halftime. The second half saw multiple lead changes, but it was a late fourth-quarter surge—fueled by a pair of key faceoff wins and a clutch goal from sophomore midfielder Connor Mitchell—that ultimately sealed the win for the Buckeyes.
Title Game Awaits
With the win, Ohio State advances to face either Penn State or Johns Hopkins in the Big Ten Tournament title game, scheduled for Sunday at a neutral site. A victory would secure the Buckeyes an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament and cap off a remarkable season turnaround.
“We’re not done yet,” said senior captain Ryan Terefenko. “We’ve worked too hard to stop now. One more game, one more opportunity to make history.”
The Buckeyes entered the tournament as the No. 3 seed, having closed the regular season on a four-game winning streak. Now riding a wave of momentum and confidence, they’ll look to bring the Big Ten title back to Columbus for the first time in program history.
Buckeye Nation Behind Them
Fans and alumni took to social media following the semifinal victory, flooding timelines with support and excitement. The hashtag #GoBucks and #BigTenLax were trending regionally within minutes of the final whistle, as anticipation builds for Sunday’s championship showdown.
As the Buckeyes prepare for the biggest game of their season, one thing is clear: this team has found its identity, and it’s fueled by grit, brotherhood, and belief.
“We’re going to leave everything on the field,” Coach Myers said. “This group is special, and we’re ready to fight for a title.”
