The Marist men's lacrosse team secured a spot in the MAAC Championships with a 13-9 victory over Manhattan. This win improved their season record to 7-4 overall and 5-1 in conference play. Key players included Collin Patrick, who scored three goals, and Steven Cain, contributing two goals and two assists. The game featured a strong third quarter where Marist scored five unanswered goals, setting the tone for the rest of the matchup. Defensively, goalkeeper Richie Metzger made nine saves to help secure the win.

By the Numbers
  • Marist improved to a record of 7-4 overall and 5-1 in MAAC play.
  • Collin Patrick scored three goals, while Steven Cain notched two goals and two assists.
State of Play
  • Marist showed resilience, rapidly recovering from a 5-4 deficit in the first half.
  • The team dominated possession, going 23 of 25 on clear attempts and winning key faceoffs.
What's Next

Marist will face Sacred Heart at home on April 18, aiming to build on their recent success and momentum heading into the postseason.

Bottom Line

With this victory, Marist not only secured a postseason berth but also demonstrated their offensive proficiency and defensive strength, setting them up as a formidable contender in the upcoming MAAC Championships.