On May 26, the Cornell men's lacrosse team clinched its first national championship in 48 years, beating Maryland 13-10 at Gillette Stadium. This historic victory marks the fourth title in the program's history, adding to previous championships from 1971, 1976, and 1977. All-American attacker CJ Kirst starred in the match, scoring six goals, which tied the NCAA record for most goals in a single season with a total of 80. The team concluded the season with an impressive 18-1 record, rebounding from an earlier loss to Penn State in the semifinals.
Cornell's CJ Kirst made history as the NCAA's all-time leading goal-scorer, finishing the season with a remarkable 80 goals and six in the championship.
The victory marks Cornell's first men's lacrosse national title in 48 years, showcasing the team's excellence and resilience throughout the season.
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