Buckeyes Dazzle at Homewood Field: Clinch 11th Consecutive Win Over Johns Hopkins
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The No. 3 Ohio State Buckeyes men’s lacrosse team continues to assert its dominance, stretching their winning streak to an impressive 11 games following a thrilling 14-10 victory against No. 17 Johns Hopkins on Saturday at Homewood Field, Baltimore. With this latest triumph, the Buckeyes refine their record to 11-1 for the season and 3-0 in Big Ten Conference play, while Johns Hopkins falls to 6-5 overall and 0-3 in the league.
The Highlights of the Match
Ohio State shines bright against the Blue Jays, exhibiting a relentless offensive strategy characterized by three scoring bursts of three or more goals. Remarkably, they limited Johns Hopkins to two consecutive goals at most during the contest, showcasing their outstanding defense. The Buckeyes held the Blue Jays to just five goals combined in three quarters, further solidifying their position as a formidable force in the Big Ten.
Standout Performances
Leading the charge for Ohio State was Alex Marinier, who lit up the scoreboard with six goals and seven points—marking his second game this season with a career-high seven points. Garrett Haas joined the scoring frenzy, notching his third hat trick of the season, all within the pivotal third quarter, ultimately contributing four points to the team. Jack McKenna played a crucial role as well, consistently delivering the Buckeyes’ first goal of each half, registering his second straight multi-goal game.
In the goal, Caleb Fyock stood tall, recording an impressive 15 saves—his fifth consecutive game with double-digit stops, proving invaluable in maintaining the Buckeyes’ lead.
A Historical Perspective
This landmark victory marks Ohio State’s first win in Baltimore over Johns Hopkins since 2023, and the 14 goals scored are the most the Buckeyes have managed against the Blue Jays since a 14-8 win two years ago. In a captivating series history spanning 19 games, this victory marks the sixth occasion Ohio State has restricted Johns Hopkins to 10 goals or fewer.
Breakdown of the Game
Fast Start: The Buckeyes raced out of the gates, establishing a 3-0 lead within the first six minutes thanks to goals from McKenna (13:04), Marinier (9:57), and Liam White (9:24).
Defensive Wall: Ohio State defended valiantly, allowing just one shot in the first eight minutes until Johns Hopkins’ Matt Collison opened their scoring at 6:18.
Back-and-Forth Battle: Johns Hopkins pulled within one goal briefly, but Marinier responded, restoring a 4-2 lead by the end of the first quarter.
Explosive Finish to the Half: Ohio State unleashed a spirited four-goal run in the last ten minutes of the second quarter, with Marinier netting three goals and Ben Mayer contributing one, heading into halftime with an 8-3 advantage.
Third Quarter Surge: The highest-scoring quarter saw the teams exchange goals, with Johns Hopkins outpacing Ohio State 5-4 in this frame. Haas’ back-to-back goals capped a dominant stretch, handing Ohio State a 12-8 lead heading into the final quarter.
- Defense Wins Games: The Buckeyes’ defense stymied the Blue Jays until the last moments, allowing only two goals in the closing minutes, sealing the score at 14-10.
What’s Next for the Buckeyes?
Looking ahead, the Buckeyes are set to return to the friendly confines of Ohio State Lacrosse Stadium for their final regular-season home match against Maryland on Saturday, April 12, at 2 p.m. Fans can catch all the action live on the Big Ten Network.
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