LAFAYETTE HILL, Pa. – The Quincy University men's lacrosse team dropped its third consecutive game on Wednesday afternoon, falling 11-6 to Chestnut Hill at Victory Field.

The Hawks struggled to generate offensive rhythm throughout the contest, finishing with a season-low six goals on just 14 shots, marking the second-fewest shots in program history.

Chestnut Hill struck first with a pair of early goals, but Quincy responded midway through the opening quarter. Sean Usher put the Hawks on the board before Mason Luoma scored twice in the period, including a late goal with 22 seconds remaining to cut the deficit to 4-3 after one.

The Griffins regained control in the second quarter, outscoring Quincy 4-2 to take an 8-5 lead into halftime. Jameson Essen scored twice in the frame for the Hawks, keeping Quincy within striking distance, but Chestnut Hill capitalized on turnovers and extended possessions to maintain momentum.

Chestnut Hill continued to control play in the third quarter, adding two more goals to push the lead to 10-5. Quincy's lone goal in the period came from Seve Cordero, but the Hawks were unable to generate consistent offensive opportunities.

In the fourth quarter, Quincy was held scoreless while Chestnut Hill added an insurance goal to secure the 11-6 final.

The Hawks were limited to just 14 total shots, the second fewest in program history, and recorded a season-high 32 turnovers, which proved to be the deciding factor in the contest. Chestnut Hill also controlled possession, outshooting Quincy 34-14 and winning the ground ball battle 45-31. The Griffins did not allow Quincy a single extra-man opportunity, playing disciplined throughout the contest.

Despite the offensive struggles, Quincy's defense held Chestnut Hill to 0-for-4 on extra-man opportunities, and goalkeeper Austin Vetter recorded 14 saves in the effort, surpassing 300 for his career.

Luoma and Essen led the Hawks offensively with two goals each, while Cordero added a goal and an assist. Sean Usher also found the back of the net to round out Quincy's scoring. Defensively, Quincy forced 21 turnovers and picked up 31 ground balls, with multiple players contributing across the field in a high-possession game.

The Hawks will be battle-tested once again as they return home to QU Stadium to take on No. 9 Lewis University on Saturday, March 21, with faceoff set for 2:00 PM.