Syracuse men's lacrosse team secured a dramatic 19-18 victory over Princeton in the NCAA quarterfinals on May 17, 2025, on Long Island, marking their first trip to the semifinals since 2013. Syracuse broke open the game in the third quarter with a 6-1 run, but Princeton rallied to take an 18-17 lead with under five minutes remaining. Syracuse responded with a crucial goal by Owen Hiltz with 3:50 left, eventually holding on to win. Joey Spallina led Syracuse with four goals and four assists, while Hiltz contributed three goals and two assists. The win improves Syracuse’s record to 13-5, and they will face Maryland in the semifinals at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, next Saturday.