Senior Max Krause has helped Holy Cross turn things around. (Photo by Mark Seliger)
The Patriot League has had three different teams crowned champion over the past three seasons, but the last time a New England program wore the honor was when Holy Cross needed PKs to get past Lehigh in 2002.
The Crusaders were also the last local team to get close, dropping a 1-0 decision to Colgate in the 2017 championship game.
While both teams kicked off on Thursday, it remains to be seen if Holy Cross, which tied Hartford, 1-1, and Boston University, which fell to No. 20 UNH, 2-0, can insert themselves into the mix. There is plenty to be excited about with both programs as we return to full season action.
