The University of Detroit Mercy men's lacrosse team fought hard but ultimately fell short against LIU, losing 9-7 despite rallying from an early four-goal deficit. Redshirt junior Cooper St. Clair made 18 saves, while freshman Luke Zajdel scored his first two collegiate goals. The game saw several lead changes late, but LIU secured the win with two unanswered goals in the final minutes.

By the Numbers
  • Cooper St. Clair recorded 18 saves, just one shy of his career high.
  • Luke Zajdel scored twice, contributing to the Titans鈥� offensive effort.
  • Detroit Mercy is now 1-8 overall and 0-3 in NEC play.
  • LIU is 8-1 overall and 3-0 in the NEC.
Yes, But

Despite the close score, the Titans struggled with consistency, particularly on defense, allowing LIU to score critical goals late in the game. Their inability to convert scoring opportunities early in the match put them at a distinct disadvantage.

State of Play
  • The Titans managed to tie the game at 7-7 in the third quarter.
  • Cooper St. Clair has double-digit saves in eight of nine games this season.
  • Detroit Mercy trails LIU in head-to-head matchups, losing both this season.
What's Next

Detroit Mercy will next face LeMoyne on the road, aiming to improve their conference standing. The team must build on their late-game rally to secure a more consistent performance moving forward.

Bottom Line

With growing pressure to secure a win, the Titans must capitalize on their strengths, particularly in faceoffs and defense, to turn their season around. Improvement in these areas will be crucial for upcoming matches as they seek to break their winless streak in NEC play.