Cary, NC -- William Peace University men's lacrosse won a dominating game over the Averett Cougars by a score of 16-6. The Pacers were able to pull ahead in the early minutes of the match, keeping the momentum throughout the game while holding the Cougars offense at bay.

THE BASICS

• Final score: William Peace 16, Averett 6
• Records: William Peace (4-8, 2-4), Methodist (4-7, 0-6)
• Location: Danville, VA

HOW IT HAPPENED

• The Pacers would start the game off strong as Riely Murray would net the first goal of the game at the 8:36 minute mark. The Pacers then scored once again, with Cade McGrady finding the back of the net on the man-up advantage to lead 2-0. The first quarter ended with a goal from Brewer Warlick to head into the second period leading 3-1.
• The second quarter started out strong for the Pacers as August Bynum would score at the 13 minute mark, bumping their lead to 4-1. The Cougars quickly retaliated and scored 2 quick goals to cut the deficit to 4-3. The Pacers found their stride once again and finished the quarter with 2 more goals from Nick Falso and Brewer Warlick to head into halftime leading 6-3.
• The beginning of the third quarter started with both teams scoring quickly to bring the score to 7-4. The Pacers would then score four goals in a row - two from Brewer Warlick, one from Scout Philipp and one from Nick Falso to head into the final period leading 11-4.
• The first goal of the fourth period would be from the Pacers' Cade McGrady, to start out the final quarter strong. The Cougars would cut the deficit down to 13-6, but goals from Devin Noonan, Nick Falso, and Riely Murray would secure the Pacers a 16-6 win.

PACER TOP PERFORMERS

• Brewer Warlick recorded 5 goals and 1 assist.
• Riely Murray tallied 2 assists and 3 goals.

FOR THE FOES

• Connor Taff tallied 3 goals with 4 shots on goal.
• Liam Taylor recorded 2 goals for the Cougars.

STATS OF THE GAME

• The Pacers recorded 32 shots in comparison to the Cougars' 12 shots.

NEXT GAME
The Pacers will play at home where they will face off against Greensboro College on Saturday, April 17th. The start time is set for 7 PM. 

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