The Kenyon College men's lacrosse team faced Grove City, with David Chintala scoring a hat-trick in the first quarter, but Grove City dominated with a 16-7 victory, despite Kenyon initially leading.

The Big Picture

The game highlighted the challenge Kenyon faces as they transition to the North Coast Athletic Conference (NCAC) schedule, needing to address their performance gaps before conference play.

By the Numbers
  • Kenyon outshot Grove City 43-42.
  • The Owls lost the ground ball margin 35-29 and the turnover margin 19-15.
State of Play
  • Grove City's dominant performance showcased their ability to capitalize on momentum and control the game effectively.
  • Despite the loss, Kenyon displayed competitive spirit but struggled to maintain consistency throughout the match.
  • Kenyon's record now stands at 6-3 for the season as they prepare to face Denison University in upcoming NCAC play.
Bottom Line

The Kenyon men's lacrosse team faced a tough defeat against Grove City, emphasizing the importance of addressing performance gaps and maintaining consistency as they progress in their season and gear up for NCAC competition.