The University of Massachusetts Amherst Men's Lacrosse team, also known as the Minutemen, represents the university in Division I of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). The Minutemen have a rich history, with their first season dating back to 1959. They compete in the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) and play their home games at Garber Field, a state-of-the-art facility located on the UMass Amherst campus. The Minutemen's mascot, Sam the Minuteman, embodies the spirit of the university's revolutionary roots and fuels the team's competitive drive.