READING, Pa. – Penn College knocked off Alvernia 14-3 in a nonconference men's lacrosse game Wednesday. The Wildcats improved to 7-2, while the Golden Wolves fell to 4-3.

How it happened: Penn College outscore AU, 5-1, in the first and led 9-2 at halftime. The Wildcats outpaced the Wolves, 5-1, in the second half.

Inside the box: Twelve Penn College players netted goals, led by James Thatcher and Josh O'Leary's two scores. James Thatcher finished with a game-high three assists, while Quinn Caviola and Ryan Cordano dished out two assists.

Up next: The Wildcats return to action Saturday, 1 p.m., hosting La Roche.