The Illinois Wesleyan University men's lacrosse team triumphed over North Central College, winning 11-9 in their College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin opener on April 4. With this victory, IWU improved to 8-4 overall and 1-0 in league play, while North Central fell to 1-10 and 0-1 in the conference. The Titans showcased resilience, overcoming a halftime deficit of 5-3 with a strong second-half performance led by senior Noah Dretzka and sophomore Owen Miller. Key plays included Miller鈥檚 crucial turnover leading to a goal and a late-game surge from Nate Pound, who secured the win with his final two goals.

By the Numbers
  • IWU outscored North Central 8-4 in the second half.
  • Noah Dretzka recorded six points: two goals and four assists.
  • Nate Pound netted three goals, marking his second career hat trick.
  • Goalie Jaymeson Zackery made eight saves during the match.
State of Play
  • IWU is now 1-0 in CCIW play and 8-4 overall.
  • The team has upcoming matches, with the next scheduled against Carroll University on April 11.
What's Next

Looking ahead, IWU aims to build momentum in league play as they face Carroll University. A win there could strengthen their standing within the CCIW as they continue to push for a strong season finish.

Bottom Line

IWU's ability to rally from behind demonstrates their resilience and sets a promising tone for upcoming games. The performance of key players like Dretzka and Pound will be pivotal in maintaining their success in the CCIW.