PHILADELPHIA – The University of Pennsylvania men’s lacrosse team secured head coach Taylor Wray’s first win on Tuesday, defeating No. 20 University at Albany 15-10 on the road. The Quakers (1-1) quickly return to action, hosting the University of Delaware (1-2) this Saturday at noon.
A Challenging Schedule
Saturday’s game at Franklin Field will be the first of a doubleheader, with the Penn women’s lacrosse team hosting No. 7 Johns Hopkins at 3:30 p.m. Penn faces a demanding schedule with seven of their 13 games scheduled against teams that were ranked in the Inside Lacrosse Preseason Top 20—including five in the top six—and four more against teams receiving votes.
Series History
The Quakers lead the series against Delaware 23-8 in their 32nd meeting. Penn has won the last two matchups, including a 10-2 victory last year in Newark, Delaware. Delaware’s last wins against Penn came between 1999 and 2001.
Key Performances and Players
Junior Davis Provost led the Quakers’ attack against UAlbany with four goals and an assist. Senior Griffin Scane also scored four goals, three of which came in the second quarter. Freshman Jackson Maher made an immediate impact with two goals and three assists. Penn dominated at the face-off X, winning 21 of 28 attempts, with Ethan Costanzo going 11-16 and Quinn Ball going 8-9.
Senior Griffin Scane and junior Anthony McMullan both received Preseason All-America honorable mention recognition. The Quakers will play four of their first five games at home this season, including a matchup against defending NCAA champion Cornell on April 4.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penn’s record?
Penn’s record is currently 1-1.
Who is the head coach of the Penn men’s lacrosse team?
The head coach of the Penn men’s lacrosse team is Taylor Wray.
When and where is the next game?
The next game is Saturday, February 21, 2026, at noon at Franklin Field in Philadelphia against the University of Delaware.
As Penn prepares to face Delaware, what role will home-field advantage play in their pursuit of continued success this season?
