The Alfred University men's lacrosse team concluded its non-conference schedule with a convincing 15-5 victory over SUNY Canton. The Saxons scored the first 10 goals and dominated through strong performances, particularly in face-offs and ground balls. Brendan Riley led the scoring with four goals and two assists, while Hunter Cupp excelled in the face-off circle, winning 14 out of 14. The team, now 4-3 overall, shifts focus to Empire 8 conference play against Russell Sage College.

By the Numbers
  • Alfred University won 22 of 23 face-offs during the game.
  • Brendan Riley recorded four goals and two assists on 10 shots.
State of Play
  • Alfred University improves to 4-3, preparing for their first Empire 8 game.
  • SUNY Canton currently holds a record of 1-2 with no conference games played yet.
What's Next

Alfred University will host Russell Sage College for their Empire 8 conference opener on Saturday, with the match scheduled for 1:00 PM at Yunevich Stadium.

Bottom Line

The Saxons showcased their strength in non-conference play, particularly in face-offs and scoring. Building on this momentum will be crucial as they enter conference competition where every game counts toward postseason positioning.