THE BASICS
Score: #2 Madonna University 16, Benedictine University 14
Record: MU (4-0), BU (2-3)
Location: BC Athletic Complex - Atchison, Kan.
ATCHISON, Kan. – The No. 2 ranked Madonna University men's lacrosse team outlasted Benedictine University by a score of 16-14 on Friday afternoon, using a strong first half to propel themselves to victory. The Crusaders improve to 4-0 on the season thanks to 3-goal performances from Tyler Kilar, Ian Rush, Ryan Flaherty, and Harry Dyson.
TURNING POINT
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
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The Blue and Gold defense limited the Ravens to two just four half goals
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The Crusaders used a 9-4 lead at halftime to offset being outscored 7-10 in the second half
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Benedictine found themselves down by just one goal with 3:02 remaining in the game before a goal by Flaherty with 2:07 would seal the deal
BY THE NUMBERS
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MU was out-shot 42-45 in the contest with 29 on frame
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Tyler Dohmeier recorded 16 saves in the contest, making some crucial saves down the stretch
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The Blue and Gold caused 18 turnovers and picked up 32 ground balls
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The Ravens controlled 19 face offs compared to 14 for the Crusaders
UP NEXT
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The Crusaders return to action Saturday, Mar. 9 against #RV University of Saint Mary in Leavenworth, Kan. with start time slated at 2:00 p.m.
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