JACKSON, MISS. -- Men's Lacrosse defeats the University of Dallas Crusaders at home, 10-1. This win brings the Majors to 2-3 on the season, with both wins coming on this weekend's back-to-back.
Millsaps got started early, scoring on a goal by
Cameron Director from
Parks Douglass to get on the board in the first quarter. The Majors' defense shined in the first half, shutting out Dallas while putting up five goals of their own.
In the second half, Dallas scored a quick goal in the third quarter before Millsaps' defense got back on track and shut the Crusaders out for the rest of the second half.
Parks Douglass led all Majors in goals with four.
Garrett Perez and
Sam Snyder chipped in two goals a piece, and
Spencer Davis and Director scored the other two goals for the Majors. Douglass also led the Majors in assists with three.
Nico Baker shined on defense in this match, scooping up 11 groundballs and causing six turnovers.
Dante Bertucci-Ness got the start at goalie and had five saves on all five shot attempts he faced.
Millsaps will next be in action on the road next weekend in Memphis, TN against Wabash College.