Daniel leads way as Navy handles UMBC, earns 800th win in program history

Sophomore attackman Christian Daniel had five goals and an assist as Navy beat UMBC, 11-6, to become just the fourth college lacrosse program to reach 800 wins. (Paul W. Gillespie / Capital Gazette)Navy has been playing lacrosse since 1908 so it stands to reason the program would rank among the all-time victory leaders.

Even against the backdrop of that 112-year history, the Midshipmen still produced a major milestone on Friday night in Annapolis.

Sophomore attackman Christian Daniel was the offensive catalyst with five goals and an assist as Navy beat UMBC, 11-6, to become just the fourth college lacrosse program to reach 800 wins. Goalkeeper Ryan Kern recorded 14 saves to anchor a second…