No. 10 Army Men’s Lacrosse Stays Unbeaten, Strengthens Top-10 Push with 13-11 Win Over Michigan in Atlanta

By J.J. Pavlick | February 21, 2026 | Atlanta, Ga.

Raindrops drummed on helmets, slicking jerseys and turning sideline cheers into a muffled roar as the teams took the field at B.T. Harvey Stadium in Atlanta. The No. 10 Army West Point men’s lacrosse team (4-0) remained unbeaten with a hard-fought 13-11 victory over Michigan (3-2) on this rainy Saturday. Four different Black Knights posted at least four points, and senior goalkeeper Sean Byrne made a season-high 15 saves to anchor the win.

Game Summary

Army overcame a slow start and an early 4-2 deficit, rallying behind a balanced offensive attack and a clutch defensive effort. Gunnar Fellows led all scorers with five points (4G, 1A), including a crucial fourth-quarter hat trick to help Army pull away. “We played for each other and kept our heads up,” Fellows said after the win. Brayden Fountain (3G, 1A), Evan Plunkett (1G, 3A), and Hill Plunkett (1G, 3A) also had standout performances.

After trading goals in the first half, Michigan entered halftime with a slim 7-5 lead. Army surged in the third quarter, with Fellows netting back-to-back goals to tie the game at 8 before Hill Plunkett put Army ahead for the first time late in the period. Fountain’s third goal pushed the lead to 10-8 entering the final frame.

The Black Knights extended their advantage to 13-10 in the fourth quarter, capped by goals from Fellows, Aiden Weisenborn, and Tyler Clark. Michigan made a late push, but Army’s defense and Byrne’s timely saves sealed the win.

Stat Leaders

• Army Scoring:
  • Gunnar Fellows: 4G, 1A
  • Brayden Fountain: 3G, 1A
  • Evan Plunkett: 1G, 3A
  • Hill Plunkett: 1G, 3A
  • Additional goals: Tyler Clark, Aiden Weisenborn, Cal Lambert, Mike Harney

• Defensive Standouts:
  • John Sullivan (3) and Keagan Treacy (2) led Army in caused turnovers, helping the Black Knights win the turnover battle 12-5.
  • Army was perfect on clears, converting 23-of-23 attempts and forcing four failed clears by Michigan.

• Goalkeeper:
  • Sean Byrne: 15 saves (third career game with 15+ saves)

Team Stats

• Shots: Army 46, Michigan 41
• Shots on Goal: Michigan 26, Army 19
• Ground Balls: Army 24, Michigan 27
• Faceoffs: Army 15-28, Michigan 13-28
• Turnovers: Both teams 14
• Clears: Army 23-23, Michigan 17-21
• Extra-Man Opportunities: Both teams 1-3

Notable Plays

• Army erased a three-goal deficit in the third quarter, sparked by Fellows’ two quick goals.
• Aiden Weisenborn’s man-up goal in the fourth quarter gave Army breathing room.
• Tyler Clark’s tally with 1:14 left secured the win.

Up Next

Army (4-0) takes on Mercer at Five Star Stadium, Macon, Ga. TV: ESPN+ Feb 23 (Mon) 11 a.m. before they return to West Point to open Patriot League play, hosting Holy Cross on Saturday, Feb. 28, at noon. Army defeated Holy Cross handily, 17-4, back on March 8th, 2025, in Worcester, MA.

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This was a road win that tells you who Army is right now: balanced, stubborn, and comfortable in the mess. Michigan threw punches early, the weather turned it into a grind, and the Black Knights still found separation — Fellows finishing, Byrne erasing, and the clears staying clean. Want every boom and echo? Don’t miss our upcoming coverage — where we break down every ripple, every shockwave, and what it means for the season ahead.

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