Tampa, FL  As the Griffins took on the #4 ranked University of Tampa, the Westminster Griffins Men's Lacrosse team experienced their first setback of the season on Monday night in Tampa, FL. Despite a strong start, the Griffins ultimately fell short, ending their Florida trip with a 17-10 loss.

The game began with a closely contested first period, with Westminster trailing by just two goals. However, Tampa capitalized on opportunities in the second and third periods, outscoring the Griffins 10-1 to establish a commanding lead.

Despite the defeat, standout performances were notable from several Griffins players. Sean Gragnola led the team with three goals and added an assist, Tate Craig contributed two goals of his own, while Merritt McMahon, who was recently honored as the RMAC Offensive Player of the Week, managed to find the back of the net amidst Tampa's strong defense. Other players also made valuable contributions, each adding a goal to the team's tally.

With their record now standing at 3-1 early in the season, the Griffins will return home to Dumke Field for their upcoming matches. Their next challenge awaits on March 14, as they face off against another ranked opponent in Maryville University. The game, scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM, promises to be an exciting matchup for lacrosse enthusiasts.

For fans unable to attend in person, the game will be broadcast live on RMACNetwork.com. Tickets for the game are available for purchase at WestminsterGriffins.com, offering supporters the opportunity to cheer on the Griffins from stands.