Defense was the biggest question mark going into the season for men’s lacrosse, but surprisingly it’s been the offensive production stalling Marquette in big games. Once the team goes into the locker room for halftime, it often feels as if the offense never comes back out.
Second half goal droughts marred all three of Marquette’s losses this season. The most drastic came against Richmond, where the Golden Eagles were held scoreless in the second half in a 9-2 loss. The 12-6 loss to Ohio State saw only one second half goal from the Golden Eagles, which came with 2:11 remaining and the game all but over.