There's not a whole lot to be said about this season other than disappointing. The year started off with a slate of injuries, personnel issues have kept the Buckeyes from being at their best, and the coaching remains as underwhelming as ever. Feels like it has been every year since 2017, with the exception of 2020. Looking to this game, Rutgers is a program clearly in its prime under Coach Brian Brecht, as they're in the top 10 yet again. I will say, however, that this year's out of conference slate has been a bit dicey in terms of quality.
Brecht spoke just days after stepping into his office for the first time.
“The set-up here is outstanding. I could not be happier,” Brecht said. “You talk about things and look at things on paper, but when you can walk in and sit back and take it all in, the opportunity that these guys have, it’s unbelievable. There haven’t been a lot of positives in 2020 at Rutgers, but this was one.”
As much as things feel new for the members of Rutgers lacrosse, with a few notable transfers and a fresh athletic facility, the stars of this roster provide a glimpse at the history of a program that still aims to break into the NCAA tournament for the first time since 2004.