In the world of college lacrosse, Duke's senior standout is making waves as the ACC Men's Lacrosse Defensive Player of the Week after a remarkable performance against Jacksonville.
Maguire, who already holds the title of National Midfielder of the Year, delivered a career-defining game against the Dolphins. He was a defensive powerhouse, causing four turnovers and scooping up three ground balls. But he didn't stop there-Maguire also contributed to the offensive push with two crucial assists.
As the anchor of Duke's formidable rope unit, Maguire was instrumental in limiting Jacksonville to just 10 goals, with a mere four coming in the second half. This defensive mastery paved the way for Duke's 16-10 victory.
Beyond his defensive heroics, Maguire's offensive contributions included an assist in the dying seconds of the first half, sending Duke into the break with an 8-6 lead. His season stats are impressive, with six caused turnovers and six ground balls, alongside a goal and three assists.
Having played in 60 career games, the Hingham, Massachusetts native is tied for seventh on Duke's all-time list with 57 caused turnovers. Just three more will place him among the elite few with 60, and he's only 10 away from tying for fifth place.
Duke, currently boasting a 4-0 record, is ranked No. 5 in the latest USILA coaches' poll and eighth in the Inside Lacrosse top 20. The Blue Devils are set to face No.
18 Saint Joseph's this Sunday in a highly anticipated top-20 clash at Freeman Field, Koskinen Stadium. The action kicks off at 1 p.m. on ACCNX.