The Utah Archers are set to face off against the Maryland Whipsnakes for the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) title in what promises to be an exhilarating showdown at the Cash App Championship next Sunday in Philadelphia. Both teams have fought through a season filled with intense competition, strategic adjustments, and standout performances to reach this coveted final stage.
- What? 2024 Premier Lacrosse League Final
- Where? Subaru Park, Chester, Pa.
- When? Sunday, September 15
Let’s take a look at the sports betting odds and see if we can find some value in this final.
PLL Lacrosse | |||
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Maryland Whipsnakes | -110 | -110 | -110 |
Utah Archers | -120 | -120 | -120 |
Utah Archers (-120)
The Utah Archers secured their spot in the PLL Championship with a dominant 10-1 victory over the Carolina Chaos in the semifinal on Saturday at Hofstra University’s Shuart Stadium on New York's Long Island. The Archers wasted no time asserting their control, jumping out to an early lead with four goals in the first quarter, setting the tone for the remainder of the game. From that point on, they never let up, maintaining a stranglehold on the match both offensively and defensively.
The Chaos, on the other hand, struggled to find any rhythm, unable to crack Utah's defense for the majority of the contest. Their offense was stifled at every turn, with their lone goal coming late in the fourth quarter when Zach Geddes finally found the back of the net, sparing his team the embarrassment of a shutout. By then, however, it was far too late to mount any kind of comeback as the Archers had already built an insurmountable lead.
Mac O'Keefe was the standout performer for Utah, registering three points with two goals and one assist. His offensive firepower was a key factor in the Archers' early surge. However, the true backbone of Utah’s victory was Brett Dobson’s stellar play in goal. He was a brick wall for the Archers, stopping 18 shots and keeping Carolina’s offense at bay, frustrating them throughout the entire game.
With this win, the Archers are one step closer to defending their Premier League Lacrosse title. After a season filled with strong performances and a consistent display of skill and strategy, they are now poised to make another run at the championship. Facing off against Maryland Whipsnakes in the final, Utah will be looking to secure back-to-back titles and further cement their place as a lacrosse powerhouse.