IUMLAX 2026 DG Rhoades, Alvarez, and Ludlow
Duff Gorman
IU Men's Lacrosse's Colton Rhoades (#12), Daniel Alvarez (#47) and Matthew Ludlow (#42)

Men's Lacrosse

Men's Lacrosse Hosts Gwynedd Mercy at Draper Walsh Stadium on Saturday for Senior Day

Men's Lacrosse vs. Gwynedd Mercy
Senior Day
Saturday, April 11 | 4 p.m.
Draper Walsh Stadium | Immaculata, Pa.
 
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WHAT TO KNOW
  • The Immaculata men's lacrosse team (9-4, 1-1 AEC) returns to Draper Walsh Stadium to host Gwynedd Mercy in a crucial Atlantic East Conference game on Saturday afternoon.
  • Immaculata enters Saturday after defeating Marywood 8-5 on the road on Wednesday evening.
  • Gwynedd Mercy (6-4, 1-0) enters Saturday's game after defeating Marywood 8-3 in their last game on March 28.
  • Saturday is Senior Day for the Immaculata men's lacrosse team as they honor seniors: Daniel Alvarez, Matthew Ludlow, Colton Rhoades, Matthew Frame, Ryan Convery, Bill Hill, Bradley Mead, and Carnell Lofton Jr.
 
SERIES HISTORY
  • Saturday's game will mark the 18th meeting between Immaculata and Gwynedd Mercy.
  • Immaculata is 5-12 all-time vs Immaculata.
 
LAST MEETING
  • Immaculata defeated Gwynedd Mercy 20-9 in their last meeting on April 26, 2025, at Draper Walsh Stadium in the AEC Semifinals.
  • David Azzarano scored three goals, had eight assists, and tied the program record for points in a single game with 11. Bailey Manion scored six goals and had one assist for seven points.
 
MIGHTY MAC NOTES
  • Jason Smaron leads Immaculata with 48 points on 22 goals and a team-high 26 assists, serving as the primary facilitator of the offense. He also contributes 26 ground balls and has recorded four game-winning goals.
  • Jude Azzarano ranks second with 37 points (18 goals, 19 assists) and is coming off a four-point performance in the team's last outing. He remains a key all-around offensive threat.
  • Aaron Headley has totaled 32 points with 22 goals and 10 assists, leading the team in shots with 93 and providing a consistent scoring presence.
  • Ryan Gorman adds 29 points (17 goals, 12 assists) and contributes in man-up situations with four extra-man goals.
  • Nick Senatore has 26 points (16 goals, 10 assists) and leads the team with eight man-up goals, making him a key special teams contributor.
  • John Stelacio has 17 points (5 goals, 12 assists) and adds versatility, while Matthew Frame has scored 13 goals in limited action.
  • Defensively, Colton Rhoades has 17 caused turnovers and has 38 ground balls, while Daniel Alvarez (14 CT) and Colin Wolk (18 CT) provide additional disruption.
  • In goal, Matthew Ludlow has anchored the defense with a .655 save percentage and 180 saves, posting a 9-3 record while allowing just 7.86 goals per game. Ludlow made 13 saves in the win over Marywood on Wednesday evening.
 
SCOUTING GWYNEDD MERCY
  • Landen Ciran and Josh Devine lead Gwynedd Mercy with 25 points each, with both scoring 20 goals apiece. Devine leads the team with 83 shots and adds 32 ground balls, while Ciran contributes 16 ground balls and two game-winning goals.
  • Nick Citrigno has 21 points (14 goals, 7 assists) and provides additional scoring punch, while David Crespo adds 18 points and leads the team with 12 assists.
  • Ethan Galvan (13 points) and Gunnar Seaman (12 points in just four games) add depth to the attack, with Seaman showing strong efficiency in limited action.
  • At the faceoff X, Jake Tedeschi has been dominant, going 122-181 (.674) with a team-high 55 ground balls, helping drive possession.
  • Defensively, Caleb Gaines (21 CT, 47 GB) and Joe Oriold (16 CT, 41 GB) anchor a unit that has matched opponents with 111 caused turnovers.
  • In goal, Alexander Guardino has started all 10 games, posting a 7.27 goals-against average with 88 saves and a .550 save percentage.
 
UP NEXT
  • The Immaculata men's lacrosse team will return to action on Wednesday, April 15, when they visit Montclair State for their final non-conference game of the season at 7 p.m.
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Players Mentioned

Daniel Alvarez

#47 Daniel Alvarez

D
5' 10"
Junior
David Azzarano

#4 David Azzarano

A
5' 10"
Graduate Student
Ryan Convery

#36 Ryan Convery

D
6' 1"
Junior
Matthew Frame

#20 Matthew Frame

A
5' 9"
Junior
Ryan Gorman

#11 Ryan Gorman

M
5' 10"
Sophomore
Bill Hill

#7 Bill Hill

MF
5' 8"
Junior
Matthew Ludlow

#42 Matthew Ludlow

G
5' 10"
Junior
Bailey Manion

#22 Bailey Manion

A
5' 9"
Senior
Bradley Mead

#10 Bradley Mead

D
5' 9"
Junior
Colton Rhoades

#12 Colton Rhoades

D
5' 10"
Junior

Players Mentioned

Daniel Alvarez

#47 Daniel Alvarez

5' 10"
Junior
D
David Azzarano

#4 David Azzarano

5' 10"
Graduate Student
A
Ryan Convery

#36 Ryan Convery

6' 1"
Junior
D
Matthew Frame

#20 Matthew Frame

5' 9"
Junior
A
Ryan Gorman

#11 Ryan Gorman

5' 10"
Sophomore
M
Bill Hill

#7 Bill Hill

5' 8"
Junior
MF
Matthew Ludlow

#42 Matthew Ludlow

5' 10"
Junior
G
Bailey Manion

#22 Bailey Manion

5' 9"
Senior
A
Bradley Mead

#10 Bradley Mead

5' 9"
Junior
D
Colton Rhoades

#12 Colton Rhoades

5' 10"
Junior
D