The D2 MIAA champs entered the New England Lacrosse Showcase still dripping with the scent of victory. The Patriots won one of their first three games to go 1-2, but still managed to win their first playoff matchup in a defensive battle 3-1 over Summit (N.J.) but dropped their second contest against Baldwinsville (N.Y.) 11-3.
In a meeting of divisional champions, Concord Carlisle took on Saint John’s Prep on the first day of competition but lost 10-4. Still, they put up a valiant fight throughout the first half, eventually succumbing to the superior firepower that was wielded by the Eagles that afternoon.
The Patriots came into the competition without their most effective weapon Conor Trant. The St. Joseph’s commit was reclassified as a 2022 but will be taking a PG year at IMG Academy before joining the Hawks. But even without their star face-off man, coach Dalicandro’s squad found innovative ways to stay in games and scored some impressive goals. With both goalies splitting time between the pipes, there was plenty of experience to go around defensively as well. Here are some of the players that stood out for the 2021 D2 title holders.
