The men's lacrosse team, the Pioneers dominated the second half of his first game of the season after a slow start, they managed a convincing victory 10-5 over the Nittany Lions of Penn State in State College. The Pioneers, now No.12 in place of the country, according to survey Nike / Inside Lacrosse Media Mens D1, were led by Joey Murray, who contributed four points in the win. The Pioneers fought over during the first half, but were finally able to break the Penn State lead back to two goals when Goltra scored late in the second quarter to send the Pioneers into halftime down 5-3. Jeb Hollingsworth, the greatest goalkeeper for the Pioneers had a great game because he managed to save seven attempts, and tied for the team lead picking up five ground balls. Four players from the Pioneers finished the game with multiple scores. Goltra Murray both scored four points, while Koll and Ilija Gajic had two each.

Only by being recognized for the achievements of the past seasons, the Pioneers have scored some pre-season achievements. The Pioneers were also elected by a poll of coaches to be champions again GWLL. With 27 players returning from last year's squad, the Pioneers are looking to improve their success in 2006 with a rotation full of the best teams in the country. The Pioneers will play against previous winners such as the University of North Carolina, Stoney Brook University, the University of Notre Dame, Ohio State University and Duke University.