Dupage Policy Journal

The CCIW Men's Lacrosse season is underway, with several teams and players standing out in the early weeks of competition. Elmhurst's Gabe Henry is making a significant impact, ranking third in Division III for caused turnovers per game. His teammate Eli Spence ranks fourth nationally in goals and points per game.

North Central's Aidan Murphy holds a ninth-place national ranking with a .654 saves percentage, showcasing his skills as a senior goalkeeper. Carthage players are also notable on the national stage; Alec Gern ranks 13th for individual man-up goals, while Andrew Johnson holds the 14th spot for assists per game and points per game.

Illinois Wesleyan's Timothy McHugh and Carthage's Chad Kohlmann also rank highly nationally in assists and face-off winning percentages, respectively. Jacob Cameron from Carthage and Nick Schroeder from Illinois Wesleyan round out the top rankings with their contributions to man-up goals and face-off wins.

In team news, Augustana seeks its first win after starting the season 0-3. Carroll boasts a 4-2 record following an initial three-game win streak. Carthage has been dominant with a 7-1 record, leading the CCIW in several offensive categories including goals per game.

Elmhurst remains unbeaten at 6-0, led by standout performances from Eli Spence and Tony Vazquez. Illinois Wesleyan started strong but recently suffered their first loss after six consecutive victories. North Central maintains a solid start with only one loss so far this season.

Teams will continue their campaigns over the coming days, with several key matchups scheduled that could further shape standings within both conference play and national rankings.