No. 2 Maryland Advances NCAA Lacrosse Quarterfinals Defeating Air Force 13-5

The Maryland men's lacrosse team, seeded No. 2 and ranked No. 4, decisively defeated Air Force 13-5 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, advancing to the quarterfinals where they will face Georgetown. Maryland established an early lead by scoring the first two goals and dominated the game, including an 8-0 run bridging the second and third quarters, highlighted by Eric Spanos's career-high performance with nine goals and multiple hat tricks this season. The Terps' defense was strong, limiting Air Force to single-digit goals for the twelfth time this season and executing well during man-down situations. Goalie Logan McNaney delivered a standout performance with 10 saves, reinforcing Maryland's defensive strength. Coach John Tillman praised his team's focus and execution, emphasizing their readiness following close NCAA Tournament games involving other teams. Maryland's consistent NCAA presence includes 22 consecutive tournament appearances and 10 quarterfinal berths in the last 11 years, reflecting a sustained tradition of excellence under Tillman's leadership.