Michigan State Wins UMLC-I Title

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LOVES PARK, Ill. – With an impressive defensive effort, Michigan State defeated Minnesota, 11-3, to capture the Upper Midwest Lacrosse Conference (UMLC) championship on Sunday at the Mercyhealth Sportscore Complex.

With the victory, Michigan State (6-5) earns an automatic qualifying berth to the 2023 MCLA National Championships presented by New Balance, which will take place from May 8-13 at the Round Rock (Texas) Multipurpose Complex. Tickets and live streaming for nationals can be purchased HERE.

The Spartans raced to a 5-0 lead after the first 15 minutes, aided by a dominant defensive effort. The lead ballooned to 8-1 at the half and Michigan State cruised home for the win.

The Golden Gophers conclude their season with an 8-5 mark.

2023 Upper Midwest Lacrosse Conference (UMLC) Tournament
Loves Park, Ill. – April 28-30 – Mercyhealth Sportscore Complex

Division I

First Round – April 28
#3E Western Michigan d. #2W Iowa State, 8-7
#2E Purdue d. #3W Illinois, 14-10

Semifinals – April 29
#1E Michigan State d. #3E Western Michigan, 11-6
#1W Minnesota d. #2E Purdue, 12-6

Finals – April 30
#1 Michigan State d. #1W Minnesota, 11-3

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