WOODSTOCK — The Middlebury Union High School boys’ lacrosse team had a successful season debut on Tuesday, when the Tigers prevailed over host Woodstock in a defensive battle, 7-3.

Goalie Levi Nuceder had a big game for the Tigers, making 11 saves. Angus Blackwell and Rowdy Malcolm scored two goals apiece, and Luke Nuceder chipped in with four assists for MUHS. Asher Emery led Woodstock with two goals.

The Tigers have two home games scheduled this week before next week’s spring break: They are set to host Champlain Valley on Thursday at 4:30 p.m. in a rematch of the 2024 Division I championship game, and Rice is on tap to visit on Saturday at 11 a.m.