Bulldogs travel to Providence for Season Opener

SMITHFIELD, R.I. – The Bryant University men's lacrosse team opens its 2024 season on Saturday afternoon when it travels to take on in-state rival Providence College at Chapey Field at Anderson Stadium. Faceoff is set for 12:00 p.m.

The Particulars
Opponent: Providence
Location: Chapey Field at Anderson Stadium (Providence, R.I.)
Date and Time: Saturday, Feb. 10 – 12:00 p.m.
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THE SERIES
Bryant owns a 10-4 lead in the Division I series. The Bulldogs have won the last three meetings, including a 15-14 victory last season at home.     

SCOUTING PROVIDENCE
Providence opened its season with a 12-6 win over Holy Cross last Sunday. Ryan Bell paced the way for the Friars' offense with seven points, scoring five goals and adding two assists. 

BRYANT NOTES AND NOTABLES

• The Bulldogs are coming off a 12-5 campaign in 2023. Bryant finished 5-2 in league play and will look to defend their title as America East Champions. 

• Bryant begins its second season under the direction of head coach Brad Ross on Saturday. In his first season in Smithfield, Ross was named NEILA Coach of the Year.

• The Bulldogs will return 88% of their scoring from a year ago including their starting attack.

• The Black and Gold were .500 on the road in 2023; going 4-4.

• Kevin Groeninger returns for his fifth season with the Black and Gold after tallying the first 30-30 season by a player in the team's Division I history the season prior. 

• 2023 America East Rookie of the Year Johnny Hackett also returns after posting 41-13-54 in 2023.

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