LANGLEY, British Columbia — Fueled by a strong transition game, the United States beat Israel 18-10 to pick up its first victory at the 2019 World Indoor Lacrosse Championship at the Langley Events Centre.

One night after being held to just six goals in its opening game against Canada, the U.S. offense got on track, ignited by a tremendous hustle play from Joel White.

LANGLEY, British Columbia — Four-time world champion Canada used a stifling defense to beat the United States 16-6 in the opening round of pool play at the World Indoor Lacrosse Championship.

Canada, the only champion in the history of the quadrennial event that was first played in 2003, poured in seven goals in the first quarter to seize control of the game early.