LIVONIA, Mich. -- The University of Michigan-Dearborn men's lacrosse team displayed impressive skill and determination in their 15-10 victory over Madonna University in the WHAC Tournament Quarterfinals. The Wolverines played relentlessly from the first whistle to the final buzzer, leaving everything they had on the field. Nolan Kelley, Quest Bigelow, and Jeremy Fancett led the charge, scoring crucial goals and providing key assists to their teammates. The team's defense was equally impressive, holding Madonna to just 10 goals. Jack Meyers gave a stellar performance in goal, making 16 saves and shutting down many of Madonna's attempts at a comeback.
Michigan-Dearborn had a strong start in the first quarter, with Quest Bigelow and Braxton Kern scoring two goals in the first few minutes. Madonna responded with a goal from Eddie Dyla, but Michigan-Dearborn quickly regained momentum, with Chance Mahon and Nolan Kelley scoring two more goals to put their team ahead 4-1.
In the second quarter, Michigan-Dearborn continued to build on their lead with goals from Jeremy Fancett, Joseph Atherall, and Garrett Kern, while Madonna's Nick Bryden and Dylan Hicks scored a goal each. The Wolverines added six more goals in the third quarter, with Nolan Kelley and Quest Bigelow leading the charge, while Madonna struggled to keep up with their opponents. In the final quarter, Michigan-Dearborn continued to dominate the game, with Jeremy Fancett scoring two more goals and Brodie Mahmud and Mason Loudermilk adding one each. Madonna's Weston Canfield and Zachary Lane scored one goal each, but it was not enough to close the gap on the scoreboard.
Nolan Kelley was the top scorer for Michigan-Dearborn, with three goals and three assists, while Quest Bigelow and Jeremy Fancett scored two goals each. Jack Meyers had a great game in the goal, making 16 saves and allowing only 10 goals. For Madonna, Nick Bryden was the top scorer with three goals and two assists, while Dylan Hicks and Zachary Lane scored two goals each. Jeff Varner made 12 saves for Madonna, but the team's defense could not stop Michigan-Dearborn's relentless offense.
With the win, the Wolverines advance to Thursday's semifinals against the Concordia Cardinals.
