Men's Lacrosse

Perry, N.Y. – After the first week of play, the five ECC teams that made the USILA Pre-Season poll remain amongst the top ranked men's lacrosse teams in the nation.

The Pioneers of LIU Post are the first ECC school listed, remaining at No. 4. LIU Post opened their 2014 campaign with a 17-5 victory over St. Anselm. LIU Post looks to retain their ranking when they take on Mercy College on March 1st.

Next up at No. 11 is Dowling. The Golden Lions move down a spot, despite defeating Assumption, 12-4, on Saturday afternoon. The Golden Lions will host conference rival Molloy College, who comes in at No. 12 in the poll on March 1st.

The Lions remain in the rankings with a 0-0 record after having their season opener postponed.

NYIT and Chestnut Hill do not begin their seasons as expected, but remain amongst the top ranked with a 1-2 and 0-1 record respectively. NYIT falls to No. 13 after beginning the season at No. 6, while Chestnut Hill remains in the No. 15 position after losing their season-opener to top ranked LeMoyne. Both teams are seeking to balance their records as NYIT takes on St. Michael’s and Chestnut Hill hosts Seton Hill on March 1st.

For the second straight poll, the ECC has the most representatives in the USILA ranking with five teams. Additionally, Mercy College received votes after starting their season with two wins over Alderson-Broaddus and Ohio Valley.

USILA Division II Poll - February 24

( ) - first place votes

Also receiving votes: Colorado Mesa, St. Leo's, Dominican (Calif.), Mercy, Wheeling Jesuit, Rollins.