Lincoln-Way boys lacrosse team achieved a decisive 17-0 victory over Homewood-Flossmoor on Wednesday. The varsity squad took control early, maintaining an aggressive offensive strategy and strong defensive pressure throughout the match. Seven players contributed to the scoring, demonstrating the team's depth and effective ball movement.
According to the team's performance, midfielder Logan Yerkey excelled at faceoffs, winning 90% of his draws. This success was crucial in keeping possession with Lincoln-Way and disrupting Homewood-Flossmoor's offensive attempts.
Goalkeepers Logan Lahey and Austin Cordes secured a shutout with the support of a disciplined defensive unit that limited scoring opportunities for their opponents. Both goalies made important saves when necessary, although the defense effectively prevented many threats through teamwork and communication.
Head coach Jackson praised his team after the game: "I’m really proud of how the guys played today," he said. "From the opening whistle, we dictated the pace and executed in every phase of the game. That’s the kind of performance we want to build on moving forward."
The victory provides momentum for Lincoln-Way as they prepare to face St. Rita on Friday. With confidence high and contributions from various players, Lincoln-Way aims to continue their dominant performance in upcoming matches.
Wednesday's win is noted as one of Lincoln-Way's most complete performances this season, with their focus now on sustaining their strong start. The match against St. Rita is scheduled for Friday, March 28.