Omaha Rattlers Stun Denver Lizards in Wild Playoff Upset

Omaha Rattlers Stun Denver Lizards in Wild Playoff UpsetOmaha Rattlers Stun Denver Lizards in Wild Playoff Upset In a stunning upset that shook the National Lacrosse League (NLL), the Omaha Rattlers defeated the heavily favored Denver Lizards 18-16 in the first round of the playoffs. The Rattlers, who finished the regular season with a 6-12 record, were considered underdogs against the Lizards, who were the top seed in the West Division. However, Omaha came out firing and never looked back. The first half was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading goals. The Lizards took a 9-8 lead into the break, but the Rattlers came out strong in the third quarter. Omaha scored five goals in the third quarter to take a 13-9 lead. The Lizards fought back in the fourth quarter, but the Rattlers held on for the upset victory. Jack Kelly led the way for the Rattlers with four goals and one assist. Ethan O’Connor and Joe Resetarits each added three goals. For the Lizards, Lyle Thompson scored five goals, but it wasn’t enough to prevent the upset. The Rattlers’ victory was a testament to their hard work and determination. They played with a chip on their shoulder and proved that they could compete with the best teams in the NLL. With the win, the Rattlers advanced to the second round of the playoffs, where they will face the San Diego Seals. The Lizards’ season came to an end, but they can hold their heads high after a successful regular season.