The New York Atlas claimed their first Premier Lacrosse League championship with a thrilling 14-13 comeback win over the Denver Outlaws. Powered by clutch performances from Jeff Teat, Connor Shellenberger, and Bryan Costabile, the Atlas sealed the title with a dominant fourth-quarter push at Sports Illustrated Stadium.
The Championship: Atlas vs. Outlaws
The New York Atlas captured their first Premier Lacrosse League championship in thrilling fashion, defeating the Denver Outlaws 14-13 on Sunday. After falling behind in the fourth quarter, the Atlas stormed back with clutch goals from Bryan Costabile and Matt Traynor to secure the dramatic win. Connor Shellenberger fueled the offense with two goals and two assists, while Jeff Teat posted a game-high six points on three goals and three helpers to keep New York’s attack firing.
Denver looked poised to claim the title with strong performances from Brennan O’Neill three goals and Pat Kavanagh two goals and two assists, plus contributions from Jared Bernhardt and Dalton Young, who each scored twice. Goalie Logan McNaney tallied 11 saves, but New York’s late surge proved too much to withstand. The Outlaws’ five-goal first quarter and five-goal third quarter showcased their offensive firepower, but they were held to just one goal in the final frame when it mattered most.
Key to New York’s comeback was the steady play of goalie Liam Entenmann, who recorded 14 saves, and faceoff specialist Trevor Baptiste, who dominated at the X by winning 73.3% of draws. The Atlas outscored Denver 3-1 in the decisive fourth quarter, capped by Bryan Costabile’s back-to-back strikes and Matt Traynor’s clutch equalizer. With the victory, New York not only claimed its first PLL title but also established itself as a rising powerhouse ready to contend for years to come.