By any measure, head coach Liza Kelly and her team had another outstanding season. They have won 16 or more games in each of the last five seasons. In 2023, they racked up 22 wins in a run to the program’s first and only Championship Weekend. About the only remaining question is: Can DU women’s lacrosse take the next step and be the first all-women’s team at University and Evans to win a national championship? They have done just about everything else. Continue reading A Look Back at the Denver Women’s Lacrosse Season
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A Look Back at Denver Men’s Lacrosse Season
What happened to DU men’s lacrosse (6-8, 2-3) this season?
In what looked like a potential breakthrough season for head coach Matt Brown and his team, Denver faded down the stretch, squeaked into the BIG EAST Tournament, and was quickly dispatched by their nemesis, Georgetown, 11-8. Season over. Continue reading A Look Back at Denver Men’s Lacrosse Season
NCAA Moving Men’s Soccer Schedule to Split Season for 2027-28
A year ago, we told you that men’s NCAA soccer would be changing to a Fall/Spring split-season model. That is now a reality, beginning in the 2027-28 season. Continue reading NCAA Moving Men’s Soccer Schedule to Split Season for 2027-28
Update: Answering Questions following the Hockey Championship Celebration
It’s been a busy past week with the conclusion of the Championship celebration at The Pioneer. It was a huge success. Hockey fans had a chance to meet the players and take photos with the NCAA Championship trophy at The Pioneer.
As a follow-up, we want to answer several questions about posters, flags and the status of orders from the Crimson Crush™ store. Also, we want to share new news about the recently restored Denver Boone head. Continue reading Update: Answering Questions following the Hockey Championship Celebration
Denver Women’s Lacrosse Comes up Short in Boulder, 11-9, to End Tournament Run
Boulder – Denver faced off against the Colorado Buffalos Sunday afternoon in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. DU built an early 4-1 lead but could not hold up the final three quarters, falling 11-9. Continue reading Denver Women’s Lacrosse Comes up Short in Boulder, 11-9, to End Tournament Run
DU Headed to Boulder in NCAA Tournament First Round Against Florida Gators
DU women’s lacrosse (15-3) faces the University of Florida (15-3) on Friday night in the first round of the NCAA Tournament in Boulder. In the past, the Gators have had their way with Denver, holding a 7-0 record all-time over the Pioneers. They are 2-0 all-time in NCAA Tournament matchups with the Pios. The Gators are an impressive 14-0 all-time in the first round. But it is a new year with new faces and new teams. Continue reading DU Headed to Boulder in NCAA Tournament First Round Against Florida Gators
DU Crushes Marquette 17-6, Advances to BIG EAST Finals
It was a blustery afternoon Thursday when University of Denver women’s lacrosse (13-3, 6-0), took on Marquette (9-6, 3-3) at Peter Barton Stadium. The Big EAST semifinal game pitted #1 seed, DU, against #4 Marquette. Denver defeated the Golden Eagles 15-9 a month earlier in Denver and the Pioneers were even more dominant today, thrashing the Golden Eagles 17-6. Continue reading DU Crushes Marquette 17-6, Advances to BIG EAST Finals
Denver Women’s Lacrosse to Face Marquette in Thursday’s BIG EAST Semifinal at Peter Barton Stadium
Defending BIG EAST champion and current regular season conference champion, University of Denver women’s lacrosse (13-3, 6-0), is set to take on Marquette (9-6, 3-3) on Thursday, April 30th at Peter Barton Stadium. The game is the first of two semifinal conference tournament games. Game time is set for 4:00 pm MT. The Georgetown vs. UConn game immediately follows this game. Continue reading Denver Women’s Lacrosse to Face Marquette in Thursday’s BIG EAST Semifinal at Peter Barton Stadium
Viva Las Vegas – New Commemorative Championship Merch Added to the Crimson Crush™ Store
Due to popular demand, the Friends of DU Hockey are adding four new products to the Crimson Crush™ store. Whether you were in the Entertainment Capital of the World or not, this is a perfect addition to salute the Pioneers incredible championship run in Las Vegas.
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Survive and Advance, DU Men’s Lacrosse Makes the BIG EAST Tournament
It wasn’t divine providence that led Denver (6-7, 2-3) past the Marquette Golden Eagle (6-7, 2-3) but Cody Malawski who carried Denver to the win and a Big EAST Tournament trip to Providence, RI. Sure, Malawski’s first quarter hat trick was great but his clutch shot-and-goal in the fourth quarter with 2:41 remaining gave DU a lead they never would relinquish in the 10-9 home victory. It was a stadium-packed night game with the season on the line for both teams and the fans were treated to a contest that came down to the wire. Continue reading Survive and Advance, DU Men’s Lacrosse Makes the BIG EAST Tournament