Immaculata Men's Lacrosse vs Marymount
Atlantic East Conference Championship Game
Saturday, May 2 | 1:00 PM
Long Bridge Park | Arlington, Va.
 
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THE STORYLINE

• The Immaculata men's lacrosse team travels to Arlington, Virginia, on Saturday, for the Atlantic East Conference Championship Game hosted by Marymount University.
• This will be the second consecutive season that Immaculata and Marymount have met in the AEC Championship Game.
• Immaculata (12-5, 3-1 AEC) enters Saturday's championship after defeating Gwynedd Mercy 14-4 on Saturday in their AEC Semifinal at Draper Walsh Stadium.
• Marymount (8-7, 4-0 AEC) enters Saturday's championship after defeating Marywood 11-5 on Saturday in their AEC Semifinal at Long Bridge Park.

 
THE SERIES

• Saturday will be the 10^th all-time meeting between Immaculata and Marymount in their series that began in 2019.
• Immaculata is 2-7 all-time vs Marymount.

 
PREVIOUS PLAYOFF MEETINGS

• Saturday's game will be the third all-time meeting between Immaculata and Marymount in postseason action, having split the two previous meetings.
• Immaculata fell to Marymount 16-9 in the AEC Quarterfinals on May 1, 2021, at Marymount. Sean Evans scored three goals to lead Immaculata. Jason Willoughby, Steve Long, and Mac Frayler each scored one goal for Immaculata. Goalkeepers Cole Metzger had 10 saves, and Matthew Kirkland had four saves.
• Immaculata defeated Marymount 15-12 in the 2025 Atlantic East Conference Championship Game at Draper Walsh Stadium on May 3, 2025. Bailey Manion tied his own program record for goals in a single game with eight, and David Azzarano scored one goal and added three assists. Matthew Ludlow made 15 saves, and Aidan Lawrence had six ground balls and four caused turnovers for the Mighty Macs.

LAST MEETING

• Immaculata fell to Marymount 7-6 in double overtime in their meeting on March 27, 2026, at Draper Walsh Stadium.
• Jason Smaron scored with 0:19 remaining in regulation to send the game to overtime. Ryan Gorman scored two goals and added one assist, and Matthew Ludlow made 18 saves and added 11 ground balls for the Mighty Macs.

 
MIGHTY MAC NOTES

• Jason Smaron has been the engine of the Immaculata offense all season, leading the team with 66 points on 31 goals and 35 assists, showing elite vision and composure as a primary distributor. In the AEC semifinal, he controlled the tempo once again, finishing with a goal and two assists as part of a balanced offensive attack.
• Jude Azzarano continues to be one of the most dangerous all-around threats, totaling 50 points this season with 24 goals and 26 assists, while also contributing to man-up situations. He delivered a statement performance in the semifinal, posting three goals and two assists to lead all scorers.
• Aaron Headley provides a high-volume scoring presence, registering 30 goals on a team-high 128 shots this year, constantly pressuring defenses with his aggressiveness. He added two goals in the semifinal, including key scores during Immaculata's decisive third-quarter surge.
• Ryan Gorman has been a steady and dependable contributor with 37 points on 22 goals and 15 assists this season, often stepping up in key moments. He was instrumental again in the semifinal, tallying two goals and two assists while helping initiate offensive runs.
• Nick Senatore has quietly been one of the team's most efficient scorers, totaling 20 goals and 14 assists, including a team-best nine man-up goals. In the semifinal, he contributed two assists, facilitating ball movement and capitalizing on scoring opportunities.
• Matthew Frame has emerged as a strong secondary scoring option, recording 19 goals on the season despite playing fewer games. He made his presence felt in the semifinal with two goals, including one to cap the scoring effort.
• John Stelacio has been an important playmaker with 15 assists this season, complementing the top scorers with his passing ability. He added a goal and an assist in the semifinal, contributing to the team's balanced output.
• Matthew Ludlow headlines the defensive unit and has been the backbone all season, starting all 17 games with a 12–4 record, a .659 save percentage, and an 8.01 goals-against average. He is not just a shot-stopper but an initiator in transition, and that was on full display in the AEC semifinal with a dominant 17-save performance while also collecting 12 ground balls to control possession and tempo.
• Colton Rhoades has been one of the most active defensive midfielders, appearing in all 17 games with 54 ground balls and a team-high 24 caused turnovers. His ability to disrupt plays and create transition chances has been critical, and he added two ground balls and a caused turnover in the semifinal.
• Daniel Alvarez contributed steady defensive minutes with 36 ground balls and 17 caused turnovers, often matched up against opposing top options. He added two caused turnovers in the semifinal, continuing his role as a reliable stopper.
• Colin Wolk has quietly been a key piece on close defense, contributing 38 ground balls and 24 caused turnovers this season. He brings physicality and consistency, and in the semifinal, chipped in with two ground balls and a caused turnover while helping limit Gwynedd Mercy's scoring chances.
• Gael Avalos is another disruptive force, totaling 16 ground balls and 12 caused turnovers on the year. His quickness and anticipation allowed him to pressure ball carriers effectively, and he showed that again in the semifinal with multiple caused turnovers that fueled Immaculata's transition game.
• Seth Panowitz has provided strong two-way play from the defensive midfield, recording 30 ground balls and 12 caused turnovers this season. In the semifinal, he stood out with three ground balls and three caused turnovers, consistently winning loose-ball battles and creating extra possessions.
• Brian Fuchs has handled primary faceoff duties but also contributes defensively with 36 ground balls and four caused turnovers. His work at the X helps set the tone for possession, and in the semifinal, he added a goal while battling through a heavy faceoff workload.

SCOUTING MARYMOUNT

• Santino Rossitto (Attack) leads the offense with 32 goals, consistently generating his own shot off the dodge and setting the scoring pace for the unit.
• James Elko (Midfield) is the most complete offensive threat with 25 goals and 15 assists, operating as a primary connector who can both finish and create under pressure.
• Ian Fructuoso (Attack) is a high-volume secondary scorer with 32 goals on 128 shots, constantly drawing attention that opens space for the primary attack unit.
• Braden Miller (Midfield) adds steady production with 8 goals and 10 assists, functioning as a dependable second-look creator who keeps the offense flowing.
• Winston Horshaw II (Faceoff) controls possession at an elite ~74% win rate with over 120 ground balls, consistently flipping field position and extending offensive possessions.
• Connor Howard (Goalie) anchors the defense with a 6.55 goals-against average and .657 save percentage, providing steady, high-level shot-stopping in key moments.
• Spencer Carfang (Defense) is a physical presence with 20 caused turnovers and 35 ground balls, consistently disrupting opposing offenses and setting the tone on the ball.
• Matthew Mulkins (Defense) provides steady support with 20 ground balls and double-digit caused turnovers, anchoring rotation defense with reliable positioning and recovery.
• Isaac Armlin (Defense) is a ground-ball specialist with nearly 30 pickups, helping stabilize possessions and limit opponents' second-chance opportunities.
• Marymount is 4-3 this season at Long Bridge Park.

 
HEAD COACH KENT SNODDY ON THEIR SEMIFINAL WIN AND THE AEC CHAMPIONSHIP GAME

"I was extremely pleased with the performance we had all around in the conference semifinals," said Head Coach Kent Snoddy. "It was great to see the team come out with energy and execute the game plan for 60 minutes. It was especially great to see how well we were able to shoot."
 
"We are honored to be competing against Marymount again for an AEC conference championship," continued Snoddy. "We look forward to adding to an already amazing rivalry this Saturday in Arlington."
 
When asked what his team will need to do to be successful against Marymount, Snoddy replied, "Being successful against Marymount will not be an easy task; they play exceptionally well and have talented players at all levels. Like last year, ground balls will be key for both teams in this game. Whoever can capitalize on ground balls will be in a good position to win."
 
"Having back-to-back winning seasons is no easy feat, and our performance this year shows the dedication and passion of the players and their families," concluded Snoddy. "I cannot thank the team and our supporters enough for their dedication to the Immaculata men's lacrosse program. We are determined to keep building on our success and are looking to perform well on Saturday."
 
UP NEXT

• The winner of Saturday's AEC Championship will earn the Atlantic East Conference automatic berth in the NCAA Division III Men's Lacrosse Tournament.
• The NCAA Division III Men's Lacrosse National Tournament Selection Show is on Sunday, May 3, at 9:00 p.m., streamed on NCAA.com.