Playing in only one year for the Golden Lions, Mauro stepped onto the lacrosse field stabilizing Dowling’s defense. Mauro transferred to Dowling in 2003 from Butler University in Indiana.
A native of Holtsville, NY, Mauro quickly found his place at Dowling as he was named First Team All-NYCAC as well as USILA All-America Honorable Mention. The 6’0" senior helped Dowling to compile and 8-3 record and contributed offensively with 1 goal and 4 assists while holding his opponents to a total of 86 goals.