Revisiting the Championship Part 1: Duke Versus Johns Hopkins

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Revisiting the Championship Part 1: Duke Versus Johns Hopkins

11/8/2010 4:30:00 PM | Men's Lacrosse

By: Duke Sports Information

DURHAM, N.C.-Duke University senior Ned Crotty tallied two goals and six assists for eight points as fifth-seeded Blue Devils took the first step to capturing the ultimate prize of a NCAA Championship with an 18-5 victory over Johns Hopkins in front of 1,183 fans at Koskinen Stadium. Duke went on a 12-0 run over a span of 33:31 to capture its 17th NCAA Tournament victory.

Senior attackman Max Quinzani registered four goals and an assist for five points, while junior Zach Howell has two goals and one assist. The starting attack unit of Crotty, Howell and Quinzani combined for 16 of Duke's 31 points. Ten different Blue Devils tallied goals on the afternoon and six players registered at least two points.

All this week GoDuke.com will be reviewing Duke's magical run through the NCAA Tournament en route to the program's first men's lacrosse national title. Check back again tomorrow for highlights in the Blue Devils victory over ACC rival North Carolina.

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