Men’s Lacrosse Wins Season Opener at Hiram

HIRAM, Ohio. – The (RV) Mount Vernon Nazarene University men's lacrosse team opened its 2024 season on the road at Hiram College on Saturday, February 3.

The Cougars had a strong start in the opening quarter, netting four goals compared to Hiram's two. The second quarter showcased MVNU's strong defense, conceding only one goal. Overall, MVNU's defense played commendably, causing Hiram to commit 20 turnovers in the first half. Brett Townsend played a crucial role in enhancing MVNU's offense during the second half, contributing two assists and scoring one goal. The game concluded with MVNU winning by a score of 11-7.

Inside the Box Score:

Townsend – 5 assists, 1 goal, and 1 groundball

Matt Quire – 3 goals and 1 caused turnover

Caleb Sanford – 3 goals, 2 caused turnovers, and 1 groundball

Kaden Tinner – 2 assists, 1 goal, and 1 groundball

Tyler Dickerson – 2 goals, 2 groundballs, and 2 caused turnovers

Luke Modesto – 7 groundballs and 3 caused turnovers

Bryce Morningstar – 5 groundballs and 2 caused turnovers

Kaelin Tran – 3 groundballs and 3 caused turnovers

Micah Rex – 6 groundballs and 2 caused turnovers

Alex Mar – 5 saves and 1 groundball

Zach Wigton – 8 for 16 on faceoffs and 1 groundball

What's Next:

MVNU will next play in Greenville, Pennsylvania against Thiel College at the Rissell-Schreyer Dome on Saturday, February 10 at 1:00 pm.

Mount Vernon Nazarene University is a private, four-year, intentionally Christian teaching university for traditional age students, graduate students, and working adults. With a 327-acre main campus in Mount Vernon, Ohio, MVNU emphasizes academic excellence, spiritual growth, and service to community and church. MVNU offers an affordable education both in-seat and online to nearly 2,000 students from 25 states and 11 foreign countries.