Terps Punch Final Four Ticket, Top Georgetown 9-6 in Annapolis

ANNAPOLIS, Md. -- In a clash steeped in Maryland lacrosse tradition, the No. 2-seeded Terrapins advanced to the NCAA Tournament Final Four for the 30th time in program history, defeating Georgetown 9-6 on Sunday at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. The victory before a raucous crowd of 17,721 marked Maryland's 47th NCAA Tournament appearance and extended their nation-leading streak to 22 straight. Goalie Logan McNaney anchored the defense with 10 or more saves for the 50th time in his career and 14th this season, thwarting Georgetown's attacks.

The Terps, coached by John Tillman, broke a tie with rival Johns Hopkins for the most Final Four berths, underscoring Maryland's storied dominance since 1924 -- the only major college program never to post a losing record. With nine victories over ranked opponents this year, Maryland improved to 13-3 overall and now prepares for No. 6 seed Syracuse in the semifinals on May 24 at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. This run revives memories of their four NCAA titles, including the undefeated 18-0 championship season in 2022.

Local fans packed the Annapolis venue, a short drive from College Park, celebrating a program that has reached 29 NCAA semifinals since 1971 and claimed eight Wingate Memorial Trophies. As the Terps chase another crown -- their fifth overall -- Maryland's lacrosse legacy, rooted in the heart of Terrapin State, shines brighter than ever.