Last year the Oswego State Men's Lacrosse team finished with a lackluster 8-7 overall record, and a subpar 2-4 SUNYAC conference record. The Lakers did not qualify for the SUNYAC playoffs for the fourth year in a row. Many look at those numbers, and expect similar results from Oswego in 2014. However, those who are knowledgeable on SUNYAC lacrosse are very aware of this Laker team and what they are capable of come Spring.
There are two huge factors regarding last season that have Oswego players, alumni and fans excited for the upcoming season. First off, last year's 8-7 record could have easily been 12-3. Four of last season's seven losses came by just a single goal, three of which in overtime. Take into consideration the back and forth contest with St. John Fisher in which the Cardinals ended up besting Oswego 9-6, and the Lakers were just a handful of plays away from a 13-2 record. Secondly and more importantly, nearly 80% of Oswego's offensive production is returning from last year and will have the opportunity to avenge those one goal losses this season. The Sophomores and Juniors that produced for Oswego last season are now Juniors and Seniors with a bitter taste in their mouths. The talent of this Oswego roster now equipped with experience makes for a dangerous lacrosse team.
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