CU Men's Lacrosse Preview - vs. Oswego State (3/7)

Men's Lacrosse | 3/6/2023 8:46:00 AM

In two games thus far in 2023, the Clarkson University Men's Lacrosse team's defense has stood out, and the Golden Knights look to keep that streak going when the team hosts Oswego State on Tuesday afternoon at Hantz Field.

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The Series: Clarkson is 11-1 all-time against the Lakers, though only two of those victories have come in the last eight years. Everything that could have gone wrong in last year's game for Oswego did, as the team committed 13 penalties and was scoreless in a 13-0 Clarkson victory.

Key Stats for Clarkson (2-0): Last year versus Oswego, the Knights took advantage of 12 man-up opportunities and scored five goals in those situations, while the defense was strong in allowing 24 total shots, with Jacob Mattice making 15 saves. That trend continued in the first two games of 2023, as the team has allowed only seven goals in each game. Matthew Hansen and Logan Wilkinson have combined to win 78.3% of faceoffs, allowing Clarkson to limit opponents' possessions. Matt Szwagulinski and Mason Volley have combined for nine caused turnovers through two contests.

Key Stats for Oswego State (0-0): The Lakers were on the defensive against Clarkson for much of last year's game, down a player on 12 occasions and committing 13 penalties overall. That did not allow Oswego's offense much time to get into rhythm and the result showed on the scoreboard. However, the Lakers return plenty of capable scorers, including team-leader Gavin Elston, who had 39 goals and 53 points. Corey O'Connor (14-18-32), Max Brodman (17-9-26), and Liam Sexton (16-10-26) are also back, as is goalkeeper Aiden Kenyon, who had a 58.4% save percentage and 10.02 goals against average a season ago.

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Players Mentioned

#30 Matthew Hansen: M; 5' 8"; Junior

#19 Matt Szwagulinski: D; 5' 10"; Sophomore

#11 Mason Volley: D; 6' 0"; Freshman

#23 Jacob Mattice: GK; 6' 0"; Graduate Student

#32 Logan Wilkinson: M; 5' 9"; Freshman

Players Mentioned

#30 Matthew Hansen
: 5' 8"; Junior
: M

#19 Matt Szwagulinski
: 5' 10"; Sophomore
: D

#11 Mason Volley
: 6' 0"; Freshman
: D

#23 Jacob Mattice
: 6' 0"; Graduate Student
: GK

#32 Logan Wilkinson
: 5' 9"; Freshman
: M