Wesley Chapel, FL – April 15th – An intriguing playoff matchup awaits lacrosse fans in Wesley Chapel, FL, on Monday, April 15th, at 7:00 pm ET. The Cypress Creek Coyotes (10-6) take on the Tampa Catholic Crusaders (4-14) in a critical game of the 2024 FHSAA Boys Lacrosse District Tournament – 1A District 9. Despite their contrasting regular season records, the single-elimination nature of the playoffs makes for an unpredictable matchup.
What it is: Florida High School lacrosse
Matchup: Tampa Catholic Crusaders vs Cypress Creek Coyotes
Time: Monday, Apr 15, at 7 pM ET
Game Type: playoff
Bracket: 2024 FHSAA Boys Lacrosse District Tournament – 1A District 9
Locations: Wesley Chapel, FL
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network
Tampa Catholic Crusaders Aiming for Playoff Cinderella Story
The Tampa Catholic Crusaders enter the playoffs with a challenging record (4-14) but will be aiming to rewrite the narrative. They hold a .500 record within their district (1-1), suggesting they can compete against familiar foes. Their offense has averaged just over 7 goals per game, while their defense has allowed a concerning average of over 15 goals per game. The Crusaders will need a complete performance on both ends of the field to pull off a major upset.
Cypress Creek Coyotes Aiming to Maintain Home Field Advantage
The Cypress Creek Coyotes enter the playoffs with a respectable record (10-6) and will be looking to capitalize on their home field advantage. They boast a winning record within their district (3-2) and a strong overall offensive output, averaging over 26 goals per game. Their defense has been solid, allowing a mere 16.6 goals per game on average. The Coyotes will be determined to maintain their dominance and advance in the playoffs.
Records Deceptive in Single-Elimination Matchup
Despite the significant difference in overall win-loss records, Tampa Catholic’s winning record within the district keeps this matchup interesting. The key to victory for the Crusaders will lie in tightening up their defense and finding ways to generate a significant offensive output. The Coyotes, on the other hand, will be aiming to avoid a potential upset and leverage their home crowd support and offensive firepower.
Can Tampa Catholic Rewrite the Script or Will Cypress Creek Continue Their Success?
This playoff game promises an intense battle. The Tampa Catholic Crusaders will need a miracle performance, including a dramatic defensive improvement and a breakout offensive effort, to challenge the Cypress Creek Coyotes. The Coyotes, on the other hand, will be determined to avoid an upset and showcase their prowess in front of their home crowd. Expect a close game if the Crusaders can find their defensive footing, but a more comfortable victory for Cypress Creek if they maintain their offensive dominance.
