PAXTON, Mass. — Maine Maritime Academy used a dominant offensive performance and control in every phase to roll past Anna Maria College, 28-10, in North Atlantic Conference men's lacrosse action on Sunday morning.

With the win, the Mariners improved to 8-5 overall and remained unbeaten in conference play at 4-0, while Anna Maria dropped to 1-13 overall and 0-3 in league action.

Maine Maritime wasted little time taking control, scoring four goals in a span of just over two minutes in the opening quarter to build an early cushion. The Mariners led 9-2 after the first quarter and continued to pour it on with nine more goals in the second to take an 18-4 halftime lead.

The Mariners' offense was fueled by a balanced and explosive attack, finishing with 28 goals on 83 shots, including 50 on goal. Maine Maritime also dominated possession, winning 36 of 40 faceoffs and holding a commanding 72-30 edge in ground balls.

Freshman Ryan Parent led the way with six goals and two assists, while senior Trey Marcil delivered a standout all-around performance with four goals and a game-high seven assists. Sophomore Tobey Lappin added five goals and two assists, and junior Ryker Spear contributed three goals and an assist.

Additional scoring came from sophomore Tristan Reinhold (two goals), along with single goals from junior John Martin, senior Dustin Burton, junior Bryce Crowell, freshman Connor Harvey, freshman Kalani Mari, senior Cole Michaud, freshman Sean Allen and freshman Oliver Thawley, highlighting the Mariners' depth.

Maine Maritime was especially effective on extra-man opportunities, converting 7 of 8 chances, while also going 23-for-28 on clears.

Defensively, the Mariners limited Anna Maria to just 27 total shots through four quarters. Goalkeepers, senior Will Farrell and freshman Johannes Zachhuber split time in net, combining for 12 saves in the victory. Crowell dominated on the faceoff going a perfect 27-27 with 17 ground balls.

Despite a more competitive fourth quarter, in which Anna Maria scored five times, the outcome was never in doubt as Maine Maritime maintained a double-digit lead throughout the second half.

Overall, Maine Maritime controlled the tempo from start to finish, using strong faceoff play, efficient extra-man execution and a relentless offense to secure the decisive conference victory.

The Mariners now turn their attention to Husson University on Saturday in a NAC showdown for the opportunity to host the NAC playoffs.