GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KKCO)-- MSC began a new era on Monday with the start of the first-ever Maverick's lacrosse season.

The men lost 11-7 to Pace University in the first of a three-game tournament in Phoenix, Az. Trevor Ecton scored the program's first goal with 6:50 remaining in the second period, and Kade Robinson led the team with three goals.

But before Monday's game, a lot went in to preparing the men's and women's squads for their inaugural seasons. For the full story, click on the video link above.