BROCKPORT, N.Y. — The SUNY Brockport men's lacrosse team delivered its most complete performance of the season Saturday afternoon, closing out the 2026 campaign with a decisive 22–9 victory over Keuka College at Class of '69 Field. The Golden Eagles (4-13, 4-5) established season highs in both goals scored and margin of victory, capping the year with their most dominant showing since the 2022 season.
Prior to opening faceoff, Brockport honored its senior class of Reagan Alexander, Luke Choffin, Colden Ives, and Tyler Pastore. The quartet played a pivotal role in the outcome, helping guide a commanding team effort that saw the Golden Eagles control possession and tempo throughout. Brockport finished with a 52-29 advantage in shots and collected 49 ground balls compared to 23 for Keuka.
Record-Setting Performance in Goal
Junior goalkeeper Jared Kulik added a historic milestone to the afternoon. Entering play just two saves shy of the program's single-season record, Kulik surpassed the mark early in the contest and finished with 230 saves on the year. He secured the victory before yielding to Brockport's reserve unit in the second half.
Game Recap
The Golden Eagles wasted little time establishing control, scoring just 11 seconds into the contest on a goal by Austin Thornhill off an assist from Brenden McClay. Brockport followed with a sustained offensive surge, tallying 10 first-quarter goals to match its highest single-period output since 2024. Daniel Stiles and Mason Michel each recorded multiple goals during the opening run, as the home team built a commanding early lead.
Brockport continued its offensive efficiency in the second quarter, outscoring Keuka 7-1. Choffin found the back of the net midway through the frame, and another goal from Stiles extended the advantage to 16-3. Caden Maggs added his first goal of the season in the closing seconds of the half, sending Brockport into the break with a 17-3 lead.
Keuka showed resilience in the third quarter behind a strong effort from Harrison Root, who finished with a game-high six goals. However, the deficit proved too large to overcome. Brockport maintained control in the final period, with goals from Hunter Riehlman, Ryan Torrelli, and Rorick Perry sealing the 13-goal victory.
Top Performers
Brenden McClay led all players with seven points, registering one goal and six assists.
Rorick Perry and Daniel Stiles each recorded hat tricks with three goals apiece.
Senior Tyler Pastore contributed a goal and an assist while adding three ground balls in his final collegiate appearance.
Cody Whittaker excelled at the faceoff X, winning 16-of-21 attempts and collecting a team-high eight ground balls.
Brockport was flawless in transition, converting all 13 clear attempts.
Looking Ahead
While the win concludes the Golden Eagles' 2026 season just short of postseason qualification, the performance underscored the program's upward trajectory. Significant contributions from underclassmen, paired with a record-breaking season in goal, signal a strong foundation as Brockport turns its attention toward the 2027 campaign.
