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Men's Lacrosse Upsets #8 Rutgers in Home Opener

WEST POINT, NY – In a battle of Knights, the Army West Point Black Knights (1-1) pulled off an upset, knocking off the #8 ranked Rutgers Scarlet Knights (2-1), in the first home game of the season at Michie Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

The victory marked the 10th consecutive season, Army Men's lacrosse has had a victory over a ranked opponent.

Army Junior Reese Burek was fantastic leading the offensive attack, scoring five goals matching his career high set last season (5/8/22).

Rutgers struck first in the game on a goal by David Sprock, but Army's offense then clicked, scoring four unanswered goals in the first quarter to take a 4-1 lead.