A stingy defense has been the main reason for the success of the Navy men's lacrosse team this season. Long poles Chris Fennell and Matt Rees spearhead a unit that ranks fourth nationally with just under seven goals allowed per game.
On Saturday at Marine-Corps Memorial Stadium, it was the offensive contributions of several defenders that enabled the Midshipmen to avoid an upset.
Close defenseman Chris Fennell and long stick midfielder Matt Rees led a potent transition game that picked up a stagnant offense and sparked No. 13 Navy to a 12-3 victory over Holy Cross.