The sophomore attacker, who led the team in assists this season, grew up watching the NCAA men’s lacrosse final with his family. Now, he achieved greatness on the big stage.

For the first time since 1977, Cornell lacrosse has won the NCAA Tournament championship. The No. 1 Big Red, who have lost in three championship game appearances since their last title, defeated No. 2 Maryland 13-10 on Monday to once again establish itself as the best team in college lacrosse.

Cornell has ended its 48-year wait for an NCAA men's lacrosse national title with a defeat of Maryland in the national championship game.