Marquette University Athletics
Saturday, February 21
Cleveland, OH
12 P.M. CT
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Cleveland State University
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MLAX Defeats Cleveland State, 9-7
2/21/2026 2:51:00 PM | Men's Lacrosse
CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Marquette University men's lacrosse team (1–2, 0–0 BIG EAST) erased a four-goal deficit with a dominant second half to earn a 9–7 comeback victory over Cleveland State University (0–4, 0–0 NEC) on Saturday afternoon at Krenzler Field.
The Golden Eagles were led by Nolan Rappis, who totaled six points on four goals and two assists. Carsen Brandt added a goal and three assists, while Matt Caputo recorded three points of his own with two goals and an assist.
Marquette trailed for much of the first half as Cleveland State controlled the early momentum. The Vikings struck first and carried a 2–1 lead after the opening quarter, then added a late goal in the second to take a 3–1 advantage into halftime.
The Golden Eagles began to shift the tone coming out of the break. Marquette found rhythm offensively in the third quarter, scoring three times to cut into the deficit and remain within striking distance, despite Cleveland State answering with a pair of goals to maintain a narrow 5–4 lead heading into the final period.
The fourth quarter belonged to Marquette. The Golden Eagles erupted for five goals in the final 15 minutes, using timely possessions and efficient finishing to flip the one-goal deficit into a multi-goal lead. Marquette's defense matched the surge, limiting Cleveland State to just two late scores and closing the door over the final minutes to secure the 9–7 win.
NOTABLES:
UP NEXT:
The Golden Eagles will continue their road trip as they are set to take on the Titans of Detroit Mercy on Monday, February 23. Opening faceoff is scheduled for 11 a.m. CT
The Golden Eagles were led by Nolan Rappis, who totaled six points on four goals and two assists. Carsen Brandt added a goal and three assists, while Matt Caputo recorded three points of his own with two goals and an assist.
Marquette trailed for much of the first half as Cleveland State controlled the early momentum. The Vikings struck first and carried a 2–1 lead after the opening quarter, then added a late goal in the second to take a 3–1 advantage into halftime.
The Golden Eagles began to shift the tone coming out of the break. Marquette found rhythm offensively in the third quarter, scoring three times to cut into the deficit and remain within striking distance, despite Cleveland State answering with a pair of goals to maintain a narrow 5–4 lead heading into the final period.
The fourth quarter belonged to Marquette. The Golden Eagles erupted for five goals in the final 15 minutes, using timely possessions and efficient finishing to flip the one-goal deficit into a multi-goal lead. Marquette's defense matched the surge, limiting Cleveland State to just two late scores and closing the door over the final minutes to secure the 9–7 win.
NOTABLES:
- Caputo tied his career-high for assists in a single-game with two
- Peter Detwiler tied his career-high with three caused turnovers
- Colin Maloney set a career-high with two caused turnovers
UP NEXT:
The Golden Eagles will continue their road trip as they are set to take on the Titans of Detroit Mercy on Monday, February 23. Opening faceoff is scheduled for 11 a.m. CT
Team Stats
UM
CSU
Shots
39
28
Turnovers
13
19
Caused Turnovers
12
7
Faceoffs Won
10
9
Extra-Man Opps
3
4
Ground Balls
36
36
Game Leaders
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4
A
2
FO
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Pen
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GB
3
CT
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G
2
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FO
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Pen
2-90
GB
3
CT
0
G
1
A
3
FO
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Pen
-
GB
1
CT
0
G
1
A
2
FO
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Pen
1-30
GB
1
CT
0
Players Mentioned
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