For the first time in Virginia men’s lacrosse history, the Cavaliers are back-to-back champs. Virginia outlasted the No. 3-seed Maryland Terrapins 17-16 to win the program’s seventh NCAA Championship. It was Maryland’s first loss of the season, and the Terps finish 15-1. They were looking to become the first undefeated champ since Virginia went 17-0 in 2006, but have lost 10 of their last 11 championship appearances.
Belief • Lucky No. 7
For the first time in program history, UVA is back-to-back NCAA champions #GoHoos pic.twitter.com/OZhmAHz3f4— Virginia Men's Lacrosse (@UVAMensLax) May 31, 2021In a game that will certainly be dubbed an “instant classic,” the Cavaliers held a 16-11 lead with just over 11 minutes to play.