‘Connectivity and consistency’ key to SU lacrosse defense in 2023 (Q&A with Dave Pietramala)

The Syracuse men’s  lacrosse team take on Virginia at the Carrier Dome

Defensive coach Dave Pietramala walks the sidelines.The Syracuse men’s lacrosse team take on Virginia at the Carrier Done in Syracuse N.Y. April 23, 2022. Dennis Nett | dnett@syracuse.com

Syracuse, N.Y. — Syracuse men’s lacrosse defensive coordinator Dave Pietramala has a tall task ahead of him for the 2023 season.

The Orange defense allowed 14.71 goals per game in 2022, finishing 66th out of 72 Division I teams.

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