ARLINGTON, Va. — Marymount men's lacrosse came out firing on all cylinders Wednesday night at Long Bridge Park, burying Shenandoah, 10-4, behind a relentless offensive surge and dominant possession game. The Saints' six-goal opening quarter proved to be the knockout punch as Marymount improved to 2-2 on the season.

HOW IT HAPPENED
The Saints set the tone from the opening faceoff, controlling the X and pushing transition opportunities that led to an early scoring surge. Ian Fructuoso spearheaded the attack, finding seams in the defense and ripping home multiple early strikes as Marymount jumped out to a 6-0 lead after one quarter.

Shenandoah attempted to claw back in the middle quarters, but Marymount's defense held firm, forcing turnovers and limiting clean looks. Timely finishes from William Cate and Braden Miller in the second half halted any momentum swings and sealed the Saints' wire-to-wire victory. 

NOTABLE

• Ian Fructuoso put on an offensive clinic, leading all players with four goals and an assist. He secured his 100th career point in the impressive performance.
• William Cate and Braden Miller each buried two goals, capitalizing on Marymount's extra possessions. 
• James Elko also added a goal and an assist.
• Santino Rossitto facilitated the offense with an assist and five ground balls, igniting transition and keeping possessions alive. 
• Winston Horshaw II dominated the faceoff X, going 10-for-13 with six ground balls to control possession. 
• Jacob Brooks stood tall in cage, turning away 11 shots to anchor the Saints' defensive effort. 
• Marymount owned the hustle stats, outshooting Shenandoah 43-26 and scooping up a 36-20 ground-ball advantage.

UP NEXT
Marymount hits the road Sunday for a noon tilt at Greensboro, where the Saints will look to keep the offense clicking and continue their momentum.

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