Stockton men’s lacrosse falls to Salisbury University, photos from the matchup

By Sarah Kropinack on April 7, 2025

Stockton University (7-6, 0-2 CLC) couldn’t overcome a fast start by Number 2 Salisbury and fell 21-7 on Wednesday afternoon. Gage Parker led the Ospreys with three goals and an assist, while Robbie O’Brien added two goals in the Coastal Lacrosse Conference (CLC) matchup.

Salisbury jumped out to a 5-1 lead in the opening quarter, with O’Brien scoring Stockton’s lone goal off an assist from Riley Burns. The Ospreys cut the deficit to 5-3 early in the second period with back-to-back goals by Parker and O’Brien, but the Sea Gulls answered with a dominant run of eight straight goals to take control.

Stockton trailed 14-4 at halftime and couldn’t recover despite solid play in goal from Ben Blum, who tied his career-high with 19 saves in over 51 minutes of action. Will Kasica closed out the game in the net and made one save.

Tommy Vandegrift and Ben Malicki also found the net for Stockton. Salisbury was led by Ryan Della and Chris Wong with four goals apiece, while Charles Fritchman dominated the faceoff circle, winning 20 of 23 and collecting 16 ground balls.

Goalkeeper #11 Gavin Jackson warms up before the game against No. 2 Salisbury on April 2, 2025, in Galloway, NJ. Photo courtesy of Sarah Kropinack.
The Ospreys huddle before their match against No. 2 Salisbury on April 2, 2025, in Galloway, NJ. Photo courtesy of Sarah Kropinack.
#29 John Saloom plays during the game against No. 2 Salisbury on April 2, 2025, in Galloway, NJ. Photo courtesy of Sarah Kropinack.
Midfielder #33 Michael Hoey in action during the game against No. 2 Salisbury on April 2, 2025, in Galloway, NJ. Photo courtesy of Sarah Kropinack.
The Ospreys defend their goal against No. 2 Salisbury on April 2, 2025, in Galloway, NJ. Photo courtesy of Sarah Kropinack.
Stockton #45 Gage Parker prepares to pass the ball during the game against No. 2 Salisbury on April 2, 2025, in Galloway, NJ. Photo courtesy of Sarah Kropinack.
The Ospreys celebrate after scoring a goal against No. 2 Salisbury on April 2, 2025, in Galloway, NJ. Photo courtesy of Sarah Kropinack.
Stockton #44 Evan Deans advances toward the goal during the game against No. 2 Salisbury on April 2, 2025, in Galloway, NJ. Photo courtesy of Sarah Kropinack.
Stockton #22 Robbie O’Brien moves forward toward the goal during the game against No. 2 Salisbury on April 2, 2025, in Galloway, NJ. Photo courtesy of Sarah Kropinack.
#50 Josh Graham breaks through Salisbury’s defense during the game on April 2, 2025, in Galloway, NJ. Photo courtesy of Sarah Kropinack.