CARMEL, Ind. – The Heartland Collegiate Lacrosse Conference (HCLC) men's lacrosse teams competed in week one of the 2026 season. In the two victories over the weekend, Nick DeGrandi earned two wins and totaled eight saves. 
 
Athletes of the Week:
Defensive Player of the Week
Nick DeGrandi (Louisville, Ky.) Transylvania University | Goalkeeper | Sophomore - Nick DeGrandi earned two wins over the weekend in the goal for Transylvania. He recorded on save against Piedmont and seven against Illinois Tech.

Notable Performances:

• Giovanni Distasio (Orlando, Fla.) Spalding University | Attack | Sophomore - Giovanni Distasio scored five goals on eight shots and picked up three ground balls in Spalding's loss at Huntingdon on Saturday.

Looking Forward:
HCAC Men's Lacrosse Standings

Around the League:
HCAC Men's Lacrosse Schedule