Union College's men's lacrosse team claimed their first conference win by defeating Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 13-7. Senior Walker Popko and first-year Garrett Salit each scored three goals, pivotal in a dominant second half. Union's well-rounded offense featured contributions from five players, while significant faceoff success by Luke Tranter contributed to a commanding 49-23 ground ball advantage. The win improves Union's record to 2-9 overall and 1-1 in the Liberty League.

By the Numbers
  • Union led in ground balls 49-23.
  • Luke Tranter won 19 of 24 faceoffs with 9 ground balls.
  • Five players contributed three points each in the game.
State of Play
  • Union led 3-1 by the end of the first quarter.
  • Despite being outscored in the second quarter, Union rebounded to dominate in the second half.
  • The team scored five unanswered goals in the third quarter.
What's Next

Union College will face the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in their non-conference finale on Tuesday, providing an opportunity to build on their recent success.

Bottom Line

This victory marks a crucial turning point for Union's season, showcasing their potential as they look to carry momentum into future games.