There’s no question that Virginia lacrosse goalie Matthew Nunes came to college with credentials. Inside Lacrosse ranked him as the No. 1 goalie recruit in the nation. He was a 2021 USA Lacrosse All-American and Under Armour All-American.
Early this season, the freshman backed it up quickly. Nunes picked up ACC Defensive Player of the Week honors twice in the first two months and shared the recognition again once in April.
Still, the NCAA Tournament is a different deal. The NCAA Tournament for the two-time reigning National Champions as the goalie is a different deal. The NCAA Tournament for the two-time reigning National Champions as the goalie on the road is a different deal.
Different deal, but same prepared performance. Nunes stepped up with a huge effort Saturday as UVA ousted Brown, 17-10, and advanced to face Maryland in the NCAA Tournament Quarterfinals.
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