As the final seconds ticked off the clock, the Virginia contingent of the 31,528 fans in Lincoln Financial Field bellowed their support of the Cavaliers in celebration of the program’s sixth national title. The Hoos beat the reigning champion Yale Bulldogs, 13-9, behind a stellar performance from the defense and a sound day from the offense.
Alex Rode followed up a career-tying semifinal with a 13 save showing that stifled a Yale offense that had blistered through the first three rounds of the tournament. Matt Moore led the Cavaliers with four goals and an assist. Michael Kraus added 3 goals as well.