MIDDLETOWN, R.I.-- Salve Regina University men's lacrosse fell 16-6 to NEWMAC counterpart Babson College after the Beavers went on an early scoring run and held their momentum across the encounter.
The contest was tied 1-1 early in the first quarter after senior Daniel Naglieri found the equalizer following the Beavers' opening goal. Babson surged ahead with a 7-0 run until Naglieri once again found the back of the net before the clock expired on the first half with the Seahawks trailing 8-2.
Senior Chris Koltzen netted two in the second half and sophomore Robert Zdrojeski iii scored his first career goal, and provided an assist on Koltzen's strike, adding to the Seahawks tally. With the help of several critical saves in net by Beavers' goalie Andrew Almquist, Babson picked up a 16-6 NEWMAC win.
Salve Men's Lacrosse has partnered with Face off against Cancer to highlight that March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, dedicated to increasing screening rates, promoting prevention, and supporting those affected. Salve Assistant Coach Dave Haddeland has been diagnosed with Stage 3C colon cancer, and he is currently undergoing treatment. Please help Coach Haddeland fight this battle. VISIT THIS LINK to access Dave's story and join the hundreds who have donated.
INSIDE THE MATCHUP
Final:Â Babson 16, Salve Regina 6
Records: Salve Regina (6-3, 1-2 NEWMAC), Babson (9-1, 3-0 NEWMAC)
NOTEWORTHY
- Salve Regina goalie Griffin Caiozzo made 15 saves. Caiozzo secured five ground balls.Â
- William Frazier caused three turnovers as a defensive leader. Overall the Seahawks caused ten turnovers.
- Beavers goalie Andrew Almquist made 20 saves.
ON THE HORIZON
Men's lacrosse will face Wheaton College on Saturday, April 4, at 1 p.m. on the road.
