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Men's Lacrosse: 2010 Lowe's Senior CLASS Award Candidates Announced
OVERLAND PARK, Kans. Cornell seniors Pierce Derkac and Ryan Hurley are among 20 NCAA men's lacrosse student-athletes who excel both on and off the field were tabbed as candidates today for the 2010 Lowe's Senior CLASS Award. To be eligible for the award, a student-athlete must be classified as an NCAA Division I senior and have notable achievements in four areas of excellence classroom, character, community and competition. For a complete list of candidates, see below.
OVERLAND PARK, Kans. Cornell seniors Pierce Derkac and Ryan Hurley are among 20 NCAA men's lacrosse student-athletes who excel both on and off the field were tabbed as candidates today for the 2010 Lowe's Senior CLASS Award. To be eligible for the award, a student-athlete must be classified as an NCAA Division I senior and have notable achievements in four areas of excellence classroom, character, community and competition. For a complete list of candidates, see below.
Strength and Conditioning for Lacrosse: Part II
In the second installment of a series of articles on strength and conditioning for lacrosse, Billy J. Voltaire (Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Manhasset High School in Manhasset, New York) discusses the benefits of dynamic warm-up exercises. He provides a sample warm-up routine that is accompanied by a video that illustrates each of the exercises.
In the second installment of a series of articles on strength and conditioning for lacrosse, Billy J. Voltaire (Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Manhasset High School in Manhasset, New York) discusses the benefits of dynamic warm-up exercises. He provides a sample warm-up routine that is accompanied by a video that illustrates each of the exercises.
Men's Lacrosse: WestConn Names Three New Men's Lacrosse Assistants
Western Connecticut Head Men's Lacrosse Coach Jason Ouellet announced the appointment of three new assistants on Tuesday. Joining the Colonials' staff will be Matt Caione, Jim Crozier and Doug Murray.
Western Connecticut Head Men's Lacrosse Coach Jason Ouellet announced the appointment of three new assistants on Tuesday. Joining the Colonials' staff will be Matt Caione, Jim Crozier and Doug Murray.
Women's Lacrosse: IWLCA Preseason Poll for Women's Division I (2/08)
The Northwestern Wildcats, the five-time reigning national champions, sit in the top spot of the IWLCA poll to open the 2010 season. The 'Cats took all 20 first-place votes in the preseason poll and lead a contingent of four teams from the American Lacrosse Conference in the rankings.
The Northwestern Wildcats, the five-time reigning national champions, sit in the top spot of the IWLCA poll to open the 2010 season. The 'Cats took all 20 first-place votes in the preseason poll and lead a contingent of four teams from the American Lacrosse Conference in the rankings.
Women's Lacrosse: IWLCA Preseason Poll for Women's Division II (2/08)
The reigning titleists Adelphi open the 2010 season on top of the poll, taking all 10 first-place votes in the opening rankings of the season. 2009 runner-up Lock Haven comes in at No. 2, where the Lady Eagles are tied C. W. Post in the poll. Two schools are also tied for the No. 4 spot as 2009 semifinalist Limestone and 2009 NCAA participant Mercyhurst both received 57 points.
The reigning titleists Adelphi open the 2010 season on top of the poll, taking all 10 first-place votes in the opening rankings of the season. 2009 runner-up Lock Haven comes in at No. 2, where the Lady Eagles are tied C. W. Post in the poll. Two schools are also tied for the No. 4 spot as 2009 semifinalist Limestone and 2009 NCAA participant Mercyhurst both received 57 points.
Women's Lacrosse: IWLCA Preseason Poll for Women's Division III (2/08)
The Diplomats of Franklin & Marshall, the 2009 NCAA Champions, open the 2010 season where they ended the last-on top of the polls. The Dips took 15 of the 20 first-place votes to nip 2009 runner-up Salisbury for the top spot in the rankings. The Sea Gulls, who earned three first-place votes, come in at second, while F&M's conference rival Gettysburg received two top votes and starts off in third in the poll.
The Diplomats of Franklin & Marshall, the 2009 NCAA Champions, open the 2010 season where they ended the last-on top of the polls. The Dips took 15 of the 20 first-place votes to nip 2009 runner-up Salisbury for the top spot in the rankings. The Sea Gulls, who earned three first-place votes, come in at second, while F&M's conference rival Gettysburg received two top votes and starts off in third in the poll.
Women's Lacrosse: ODAC Releases Women's Lacrosse 2010 Preseason Poll
Roanoke College received eight out of nine possible first place votes and 78 total poll points, as the Maroons headline the 2010 ODAC Women's Lacrosse Preseason Poll. Washington & Lee University ranks second with 70 tallies, while Virginia Wesleyan College rounds out the top three with 56 points. The remaining first place nod went to Lynchburg College, which occupies the fifth spot in the poll.
Roanoke College received eight out of nine possible first place votes and 78 total poll points, as the Maroons headline the 2010 ODAC Women's Lacrosse Preseason Poll. Washington & Lee University ranks second with 70 tallies, while Virginia Wesleyan College rounds out the top three with 56 points. The remaining first place nod went to Lynchburg College, which occupies the fifth spot in the poll.
Women's Lacrosse: Occidental Names First Captains in Program History
As the Tigers prepare to take to the field for the first time as an intercollegiate sport at Occidental College, head coach Michele Uhlfelder has announced that Emily Phillips and Matalie Morison will serve as the 2010 captains.
As the Tigers prepare to take to the field for the first time as an intercollegiate sport at Occidental College, head coach Michele Uhlfelder has announced that Emily Phillips and Matalie Morison will serve as the 2010 captains.
Ex-UMd Star Kirah Miles George Promoted at Agnes Irwin
Kirah Miles George, who starred at the University of Maryland, has been promoted to the job as head girls' lacrosse coach at her alma mater, Agnes Irwin School. Miles George replaces Amy Orcutt, who left the job in December to take the head post at Conestoga.
Kirah Miles George, who starred at the University of Maryland, has been promoted to the job as head girls' lacrosse coach at her alma mater, Agnes Irwin School. Miles George replaces Amy Orcutt, who left the job in December to take the head post at Conestoga.
Men's Lacrosse: Syracuse Lacrosse Opens 2010 with Two Scrimmage Wins
SYRACUSE, N.Y. The Orange men's lacrosse team began the 2010 season on Sunday, Feb. 7 with a pair of scrimmage victories at the Carrier Dome. Syracuse defeated Hofstra, 7-6, and Division II Le Moyne by the score of 15-8.
SYRACUSE, N.Y. The Orange men's lacrosse team began the 2010 season on Sunday, Feb. 7 with a pair of scrimmage victories at the Carrier Dome. Syracuse defeated Hofstra, 7-6, and Division II Le Moyne by the score of 15-8.
Women's Lacrosse: No. 1 Northwestern Runs Past Massachusetts in Opener
SAN DIEGO, Calif. -- Sophomore Shannon Smith (West Babylon, N.Y./West Babylon) led a balanced offensive attack for Northwestern, recording six goals and dishing out three assists as NU roared past Massachusetts 18-6 in its season opener. Senior Danielle Spencer (Rochester, N.Y./Brighton) also added five goals as nine different Wildcats recorded points on the evening.
SAN DIEGO, Calif. -- Sophomore Shannon Smith (West Babylon, N.Y./West Babylon) led a balanced offensive attack for Northwestern, recording six goals and dishing out three assists as NU roared past Massachusetts 18-6 in its season opener. Senior Danielle Spencer (Rochester, N.Y./Brighton) also added five goals as nine different Wildcats recorded points on the evening.
Men's Lacrosse: Jacksonville Falls to #4 North Carolina in Program Opener
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Feb. 6, 2010 -The JU men's lacrosse team showed the lacrosse world that they're ready for Division I with a feisty 11-5 loss to No. 4 North Carolina at D.B. Milne Field on Saturday afternoon. The Dolphins (0-1) kept the excited crowd of 4,762 on its feet as they played the Tarheels (1-0) to a 5-3 halftime score.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Feb. 6, 2010 -The JU men's lacrosse team showed the lacrosse world that they're ready for Division I with a feisty 11-5 loss to No. 4 North Carolina at D.B. Milne Field on Saturday afternoon. The Dolphins (0-1) kept the excited crowd of 4,762 on its feet as they played the Tarheels (1-0) to a 5-3 halftime score.
Men's Lacrosse: Matthews Scores Four Goals, But Bellarmine Tops Detroit
Detroit, MI -- Freshman Joel Matthews (St. Catharines, ON/Holy Cross) scored four goals in his sparkling Detroit lacrosse debut and the Titans led through much of the early going, but it wasn't enough, as visiting Bellarmine came from behind to post a 12-8 victory on Saturday afternoon. The game was played before an enthusiastic crowd of 1,565 at the Ultimate Soccer Arena in Pontiac.
Detroit, MI -- Freshman Joel Matthews (St. Catharines, ON/Holy Cross) scored four goals in his sparkling Detroit lacrosse debut and the Titans led through much of the early going, but it wasn't enough, as visiting Bellarmine came from behind to post a 12-8 victory on Saturday afternoon. The game was played before an enthusiastic crowd of 1,565 at the Ultimate Soccer Arena in Pontiac.
Women's Lacrosse: Jacksonville Lacrosse Falls to UMBC in Program Opener
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Feb. 6, 2010 The JU women's lacrosse team left the field with their heads held high after an 18-2 defeat to UMBC in its program opener at D.B. Milne Field in front of an electric crowd of 1,043.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Feb. 6, 2010 The JU women's lacrosse team left the field with their heads held high after an 18-2 defeat to UMBC in its program opener at D.B. Milne Field in front of an electric crowd of 1,043.
Men's Lacrosse: Delaware Tops SJU to Extend Opening Day Streak to Eight
PHILADELPHIA -- The University of Delaware men's lacrosse team enjoyed yet another opening day win Friday afternoon as the senior trio of Curtis Dickson, Martin Cahill, and Pat Lombard combined for 10 goals and led the Blue Hens to an easy 15-5 victory over host Saint Joseph's at Finnesy Field.
PHILADELPHIA -- The University of Delaware men's lacrosse team enjoyed yet another opening day win Friday afternoon as the senior trio of Curtis Dickson, Martin Cahill, and Pat Lombard combined for 10 goals and led the Blue Hens to an easy 15-5 victory over host Saint Joseph's at Finnesy Field.
Men's Lacrosse: 2010 College Lacrosse Season Kicks off Friday, Saturday
Delaware and Saint Joseph's will again open the college lacrosse season. Because of the heavy snow expected to hit the mid-Atlantic region, the match has been moved from Saturday to 2:00 p.m. Friday at Finnesey Field on the campus of Saint Joseph's. These two squads usually meet in the first game of the season for Division I men's lacrosse, and Delaware holds a convincing 9-0 record in the series.
Delaware and Saint Joseph's will again open the college lacrosse season. Because of the heavy snow expected to hit the mid-Atlantic region, the match has been moved from Saturday to 2:00 p.m. Friday at Finnesey Field on the campus of Saint Joseph's. These two squads usually meet in the first game of the season for Division I men's lacrosse, and Delaware holds a convincing 9-0 record in the series.
Men's Lacrosse: Simon Fraser Men's Lacrosse Preview for the 2010 Season
BURNABY, BC -- After posting a 14-1 record in 2009 and winning their second consecutive PNCLL Conference Championship, Simon Fraser will begin the 2010 season ranked No. 4 in the MCLA by the MCLA Lax Mag Adidas Pre-Season Top 23 Poll. The Clan will look to win their ninth conference title this season and earn an opportunity to improve on back-to-back one-goal losses in the MCLA National Championship quarterfinals in 2008 and 2009.
BURNABY, BC -- After posting a 14-1 record in 2009 and winning their second consecutive PNCLL Conference Championship, Simon Fraser will begin the 2010 season ranked No. 4 in the MCLA by the MCLA Lax Mag Adidas Pre-Season Top 23 Poll. The Clan will look to win their ninth conference title this season and earn an opportunity to improve on back-to-back one-goal losses in the MCLA National Championship quarterfinals in 2008 and 2009.
Women's Lacrosse: Rawlick, Mids Roll Past Howard in 2010 Season Opener
ANNAPOLIS, Md. - Senior attack and 2010 team captain Erin Rawlick (Forest Hill, Md.) set school records for both points (13) and assists (9) as the Navy women's lacrosse team (1-0) eased past visiting Howard (0-1), 24-2 in the 2010 season opener for both squads on a frosty Friday afternoon at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.
ANNAPOLIS, Md. - Senior attack and 2010 team captain Erin Rawlick (Forest Hill, Md.) set school records for both points (13) and assists (9) as the Navy women's lacrosse team (1-0) eased past visiting Howard (0-1), 24-2 in the 2010 season opener for both squads on a frosty Friday afternoon at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.
Men's Lacrosse: Men's Div. I Lacrosse Preseason Scrimmages: Updated 2/07
Listed below are the 2010 pre-season scrimmages/exhibtions that appear on the schedules of Men's Division I teams. If you have additions or updates, let us know, but please supply the date, location, and time (if available) in addition to the teams. If you plan to attend a game, please check with the schools to confirm the date and time.
Listed below are the 2010 pre-season scrimmages/exhibtions that appear on the schedules of Men's Division I teams. If you have additions or updates, let us know, but please supply the date, location, and time (if available) in addition to the teams. If you plan to attend a game, please check with the schools to confirm the date and time.
Women's Lacrosse: Game Two of the 2010 Season Pits Navy Versus Howard
ANNAPOLIS, Md. - The Navy women's lacrosse team will kick off its third season of Division I competition when it hosts Howard University on Friday at noon at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Live stats will be available via GameTracker on www.NavySports.com.
ANNAPOLIS, Md. - The Navy women's lacrosse team will kick off its third season of Division I competition when it hosts Howard University on Friday at noon at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Live stats will be available via GameTracker on www.NavySports.com.
Women's Lacrosse: 22nd Annual Santa Barbara Shootout Features 48 Teams
Santa Barbara, CA - The schedule for the 22nd annual Santa Barbara Shootout has been announced. Ninety-five games will be played over three days by 48 teams across four divisions of play. Thirty college teams will participate in an expanded WDIA Division, while the remaining 18 teams are in the Super, Competitive, and U-19 divisions. The Shootout has a set schedule with pre-determined match-ups, which provides teams from all over the country the opportunity to play arranged games.
Santa Barbara, CA - The schedule for the 22nd annual Santa Barbara Shootout has been announced. Ninety-five games will be played over three days by 48 teams across four divisions of play. Thirty college teams will participate in an expanded WDIA Division, while the remaining 18 teams are in the Super, Competitive, and U-19 divisions. The Shootout has a set schedule with pre-determined match-ups, which provides teams from all over the country the opportunity to play arranged games.
Women's Lacrosse: Jacksonville Lacrosse Announces Inaugural Captains
The Jacksonville women's lacrosse team named its three captains for the inaugural 2010 season: sophomore Jessica Hotchkiss and freshmen Ellyn Spangenberg and Karli Tobin.
The Jacksonville women's lacrosse team named its three captains for the inaugural 2010 season: sophomore Jessica Hotchkiss and freshmen Ellyn Spangenberg and Karli Tobin.
National Lacrosse League: NLL Saturday: Boston Grounds K-Hawks; Rock Roll
BOSTON - The Boston Blazers held off a fourth-quarter charge by the Rochester Knighthawks to win their third straight game on Saturday at the TD Garden. Dan Dawson scored four times and the Blazers (3-3) converted four of their five power plays to top Rochester 14-8.
BOSTON - The Boston Blazers held off a fourth-quarter charge by the Rochester Knighthawks to win their third straight game on Saturday at the TD Garden. Dan Dawson scored four times and the Blazers (3-3) converted four of their five power plays to top Rochester 14-8.
National Lacrosse League: NLL Friday: Rock Crush Wings; Other Results
TORONTO The Toronto Rock stayed undefeated at home with a 19-11 win over the Philadelphia Wings at the Air Canada Centre tonight. Bob Watson recorded his fourth win this season stopping 32 of 43 shots on net. Both Blaine Manning and Stephan Leblanc had nine point games, but Kasey Beirnes was named game MVP for his six point (4, 2) game.
TORONTO The Toronto Rock stayed undefeated at home with a 19-11 win over the Philadelphia Wings at the Air Canada Centre tonight. Bob Watson recorded his fourth win this season stopping 32 of 43 shots on net. Both Blaine Manning and Stephan Leblanc had nine point games, but Kasey Beirnes was named game MVP for his six point (4, 2) game.
Men's Lacrosse: Detroit Lacrosse Season Preview for 2010
It is not easy to build a program from scratch, but that was exactly what Detroit did when it announced in September of 2007 that it was adding men's lacrosse. It was not upgraded from Division III to I, nor was it a club team on campus that the University elevated. Head coach Matt Holtz had just about a half a year to get on the recruiting trail and get players together and that team he assembled showed heart and character through the rough 0-11 season in 2009, but in the end, it was the start of a program on the rise.
It is not easy to build a program from scratch, but that was exactly what Detroit did when it announced in September of 2007 that it was adding men's lacrosse. It was not upgraded from Division III to I, nor was it a club team on campus that the University elevated. Head coach Matt Holtz had just about a half a year to get on the recruiting trail and get players together and that team he assembled showed heart and character through the rough 0-11 season in 2009, but in the end, it was the start of a program on the rise.
Men's Lacrosse: 2010 Washington & Lee Men's Lacrosse Season Preview
One of the hardest things in sports is to repeat. The Washington and Lee lacrosse program went five years without an ODAC title before last season's crescendo to the top of the conference. Despite graduating an outstanding senior class that helped bring the program back to prominence, Head Coach Gene McCabe believes that the Generals are ready to face the challenge of defending their title.
One of the hardest things in sports is to repeat. The Washington and Lee lacrosse program went five years without an ODAC title before last season's crescendo to the top of the conference. Despite graduating an outstanding senior class that helped bring the program back to prominence, Head Coach Gene McCabe believes that the Generals are ready to face the challenge of defending their title.
Men's Lacrosse: Ted Georgalas Named Assistant Coach for Army Lacrosse
Army lacrosse coach Joe Alberici recently announced that Ted Georgalas has joined the Black Knight coaching staff as a volunteer assistant coach. Georgalas was named one of the original six head coaches at the inception of Major League Lacrosse (MLL) in 2001 and was named the 2003 MLL Coach of the Year.
Army lacrosse coach Joe Alberici recently announced that Ted Georgalas has joined the Black Knight coaching staff as a volunteer assistant coach. Georgalas was named one of the original six head coaches at the inception of Major League Lacrosse (MLL) in 2001 and was named the 2003 MLL Coach of the Year.
Women's Lacrosse: Wagner Returns as Lacrosse Head Coach at Gannon
Former Gannon women's lacrosse head coach Steve Wagner will return to Gannon after a one-year hiatus, it was announced by Gannon Director of Athletics Mark Richard. Wagner will begin his duties immediately. He assumes the position left vacate by former head coach Alicia Groveston.
Former Gannon women's lacrosse head coach Steve Wagner will return to Gannon after a one-year hiatus, it was announced by Gannon Director of Athletics Mark Richard. Wagner will begin his duties immediately. He assumes the position left vacate by former head coach Alicia Groveston.
Women's Lacrosse: 2010 Big East Women's Lacrosse Preseason Coaches' Poll
PROVIDENCE, R.I. The BIG EAST women's lacrosse coaches have selected Georgetown as the favorite in the 2010 BIG EAST women's lacrosse preseason poll. The Hoyas totaled 59 points, including four first-place votes and were narrowly picked ahead of Syracuse (57 points) and Notre Dame (54 points). The Orange totaled three first-place votes while the Irish had two. All three teams advanced to the 2009 NCAA Championship. Coaches were not permitted to vote for their own teams.
PROVIDENCE, R.I. The BIG EAST women's lacrosse coaches have selected Georgetown as the favorite in the 2010 BIG EAST women's lacrosse preseason poll. The Hoyas totaled 59 points, including four first-place votes and were narrowly picked ahead of Syracuse (57 points) and Notre Dame (54 points). The Orange totaled three first-place votes while the Irish had two. All three teams advanced to the 2009 NCAA Championship. Coaches were not permitted to vote for their own teams.
Women's Lacrosse: Boston U. Pick to Win 6th Straight America East Title
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. - Boston University tops the 2010 America East Women's Lacrosse Preseason Poll once again and received all six possible first-place votes. Head coaches were not allowed to vote for their own teams. The Terriers, winners of five straight league titles, earned 36 points to distance themselves from second-place University of New Hampshire, which received 29 votes.
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. - Boston University tops the 2010 America East Women's Lacrosse Preseason Poll once again and received all six possible first-place votes. Head coaches were not allowed to vote for their own teams. The Terriers, winners of five straight league titles, earned 36 points to distance themselves from second-place University of New Hampshire, which received 29 votes.
Women's Lacrosse: Tar Heels, Duke to Host South of the Border on Sunday
CHAPEL HILL The University of North Carolina and Duke women's lacrosse teams will host their annual South of the Border Tournament of exhibition games on Sunday February 7. The portion of games played in Chapel Hill will be held on the artificial turf of Navy Field on the UNC campus.
CHAPEL HILL The University of North Carolina and Duke women's lacrosse teams will host their annual South of the Border Tournament of exhibition games on Sunday February 7. The portion of games played in Chapel Hill will be held on the artificial turf of Navy Field on the UNC campus.
Women's Lacrosse: Jacksonville Lacrosse Faces UMBC in Inaugural Game Sat.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Feb. 4, 2010 The wait is finally over! Lacrosse has arrived at JU and team is ready to take the field. The women's lacrosse team will open up the Dolphins' lacrosse account on Saturday at noon at D.B. Milne Field. The game will also be streamed live on A-Sun.TV.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Feb. 4, 2010 The wait is finally over! Lacrosse has arrived at JU and team is ready to take the field. The women's lacrosse team will open up the Dolphins' lacrosse account on Saturday at noon at D.B. Milne Field. The game will also be streamed live on A-Sun.TV.
Men's Lacrosse: Jacksonville Hosts No. 4 UNC in Inaugural Game Saturday
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Feb. 4, 2010 Scrimmages and exhibitions are now a thing of the past as the JU men's lacrosse team faces No. 4 North Carolina in the school's first ever men's lacrosse game at 2:30 p.m. at D.B. Milne Field. The opening game will be streamed live on A-Sun.TV for the fans not in attendance, while the first 1,000 fans will receive a commemorative game program and a commemorative ball.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Feb. 4, 2010 Scrimmages and exhibitions are now a thing of the past as the JU men's lacrosse team faces No. 4 North Carolina in the school's first ever men's lacrosse game at 2:30 p.m. at D.B. Milne Field. The opening game will be streamed live on A-Sun.TV for the fans not in attendance, while the first 1,000 fans will receive a commemorative game program and a commemorative ball.
Men's Lacrosse: Hartford Lacrosse Names Bearse Captain for 2010 Season
Head Coach Peter Lawrence and the Hartford coaching staff are pleased to announce senior attackman Justin Bearse as team captain for the upcoming 2010 season.
Head Coach Peter Lawrence and the Hartford coaching staff are pleased to announce senior attackman Justin Bearse as team captain for the upcoming 2010 season.
Men's Lacrosse: Cody, Maxwell, Weil Join Farmingdale State Coaching Staff
Head Coach Tim Tuttle is pleased to announce that Greg Cody and two former players -- Mike Maxwell and Tom Weil -- have joined the coaching staff for the men's lacrosse team at Farmingdale State.
Head Coach Tim Tuttle is pleased to announce that Greg Cody and two former players -- Mike Maxwell and Tom Weil -- have joined the coaching staff for the men's lacrosse team at Farmingdale State.
Men's Lacrosse: UVa-Navy Moved Again; Rutgers Scrimmages Also Moved
Because of the expected winter weather on Friday and Saturday, the Virginia-Navy scrimmage in Charlottesville has been moved up a second time and will now be played on Thursday, February 4 at 2:30 p.m.
Because of the expected winter weather on Friday and Saturday, the Virginia-Navy scrimmage in Charlottesville has been moved up a second time and will now be played on Thursday, February 4 at 2:30 p.m.
Former Villanova Captain DiDonato Continues to Improve
Former Villanova lacrosse captain Eddie DiDonato has cleared all serious life-threatening obstacles and has been taken off his ventilator following a ninth operation 17 days after being shot six times in an Old City altercation, according to his best friend.
Former Villanova lacrosse captain Eddie DiDonato has cleared all serious life-threatening obstacles and has been taken off his ventilator following a ninth operation 17 days after being shot six times in an Old City altercation, according to his best friend.
Women's Lacrosse: Patriot League 2010 Preseason Women's Lacrosse Poll
Center Valley, Pa. - Based on the strength of 13 returning letterwinners and four starters, Colgate has been voted to defend its Patriot League Championship by sports information directors and head coaches around the League. Lehigh junior Lauren Dykstra was voted as the League's Preseason Offensive Player of the Year, while junior Caitlin Mandrin Hill of Navy earned the Preseason Defensive Player of the Year nod.
Center Valley, Pa. - Based on the strength of 13 returning letterwinners and four starters, Colgate has been voted to defend its Patriot League Championship by sports information directors and head coaches around the League. Lehigh junior Lauren Dykstra was voted as the League's Preseason Offensive Player of the Year, while junior Caitlin Mandrin Hill of Navy earned the Preseason Defensive Player of the Year nod.
Women's Lacrosse: Hannah Nielsen Joins Penn State Lacrosse Coaching Staff
Penn State head women's lacrosse coach Suzanne Isidor has announced that former Northwestern standout Hannah Nielsen has been added to her coaching staff for the duration of the 2010 season.
Penn State head women's lacrosse coach Suzanne Isidor has announced that former Northwestern standout Hannah Nielsen has been added to her coaching staff for the duration of the 2010 season.
Men's Lacrosse: ECAC Lacrosse League to Begin Championship in 2011
Cape Cod, Mass. - Commissioner of the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) Rudy Keeling has announced that after a majority league vote, the ECAC Lacrosse League will now have a final four format tournament at the end of the season to determine both the ECAC Lacrosse League champion and the recipient of the league's automatic bid to the NCAA Division I Lacrosse Championship.
Cape Cod, Mass. - Commissioner of the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) Rudy Keeling has announced that after a majority league vote, the ECAC Lacrosse League will now have a final four format tournament at the end of the season to determine both the ECAC Lacrosse League champion and the recipient of the league's automatic bid to the NCAA Division I Lacrosse Championship.
Men's Lacrosse: Princeton Men's Lacrosse 2010 Season Preview
The 2009 Princeton men's lacrosse season consisted of a mid-year ranking of No. 1, an Ivy League co-championship, a spot in the NCAA quarterfinals and a pair of losses to Cornell that prevented the Tigers from achieving more. Princeton went 13-3 in 2009, with a pair of losses to Cornell and a pair of losses at Hofstra (regular season to the Pride, 6-4 to the Big Red in the quarterfinals).
The 2009 Princeton men's lacrosse season consisted of a mid-year ranking of No. 1, an Ivy League co-championship, a spot in the NCAA quarterfinals and a pair of losses to Cornell that prevented the Tigers from achieving more. Princeton went 13-3 in 2009, with a pair of losses to Cornell and a pair of losses at Hofstra (regular season to the Pride, 6-4 to the Big Red in the quarterfinals).
Men's Lacrosse: LaxPower 2010 Preseason Forum Poll for MD1
The pre-season LaxPower Forum Polls for Men's Division I has been posted. For those of you who are unfamiliar with this several-year tradition, the Forum Polls are distinctive in two respects. First, the rankings are made by participating members (for the most part fans) instead of groups of coaches or media people. Second, many pollsters make comments about the teams they rank, and those comments, sometimes extensive, are posted with each poll.
The pre-season LaxPower Forum Polls for Men's Division I has been posted. For those of you who are unfamiliar with this several-year tradition, the Forum Polls are distinctive in two respects. First, the rankings are made by participating members (for the most part fans) instead of groups of coaches or media people. Second, many pollsters make comments about the teams they rank, and those comments, sometimes extensive, are posted with each poll.
Men's Lacrosse: LaxPower 2010 Preseason Forum Poll for MD3
The pre-season LaxPower Forum Polls for Men's Division III has been posted. For those of you who are unfamiliar with this several-year tradition, the Forum Polls are distinctive in two respects. First, the rankings are made by participating members (for the most part fans) instead of groups of coaches or media people. Second, many pollsters make comments about the teams they rank, and those comments, sometimes extensive, are posted with each poll.
The pre-season LaxPower Forum Polls for Men's Division III has been posted. For those of you who are unfamiliar with this several-year tradition, the Forum Polls are distinctive in two respects. First, the rankings are made by participating members (for the most part fans) instead of groups of coaches or media people. Second, many pollsters make comments about the teams they rank, and those comments, sometimes extensive, are posted with each poll.
Women's Lacrosse: LaxPower 2010 Preseason Forum Poll for WD1
The pre-season LaxPower Forum Poll Women's Division I has been posted. For those of you who are unfamiliar with this several-year tradition, the Forum Polls are distinctive in two respects. First, the rankings are made by participating members (for the most part fans) instead of groups of coaches or media people. Second, many pollsters make comments about the teams they rank, and those comments, sometimes extensive, are posted with each poll.
The pre-season LaxPower Forum Poll Women's Division I has been posted. For those of you who are unfamiliar with this several-year tradition, the Forum Polls are distinctive in two respects. First, the rankings are made by participating members (for the most part fans) instead of groups of coaches or media people. Second, many pollsters make comments about the teams they rank, and those comments, sometimes extensive, are posted with each poll.
Men's Lacrosse: USILA Coaches' Pre-Season Poll for Division I
The pre-season USILA Division I Men's Lacrosse Coaches' Poll for 2010 has been released. Defending champion Syracuse is the top spot, but second-place Duke garnered four of the nine first-place votes. Virginia, North Carolina, and Johns Hopkins round out the top five.
The pre-season USILA Division I Men's Lacrosse Coaches' Poll for 2010 has been released. Defending champion Syracuse is the top spot, but second-place Duke garnered four of the nine first-place votes. Virginia, North Carolina, and Johns Hopkins round out the top five.
Men's Lacrosse: Washington C. Players Being Investigated for January Incident
Rumors have been circulating for two weeks about a possible hazing incident involving members of the Division III men's lacrosse team at Washington College in Chestertown, Md. A recent story in the college's Elm Student Newspaper provides some information.
Rumors have been circulating for two weeks about a possible hazing incident involving members of the Division III men's lacrosse team at Washington College in Chestertown, Md. A recent story in the college's Elm Student Newspaper provides some information.
National Lacrosse League: Zywicki, Peyser, Merrill Among NLL Award Winners
Rochester Knighthawks goaltender Aaron Bold was named the National Lacrosse League's Overall Player of the Week for Week #4 of the 2010 NLL Season. Bold stopped 63 of a total 79 shots against in a busy two game weekend. The Knighthawks netminder stopped 39 of the 47 shots faced in a 16-8 win over previously undefeated Toronto.
Rochester Knighthawks goaltender Aaron Bold was named the National Lacrosse League's Overall Player of the Week for Week #4 of the 2010 NLL Season. Bold stopped 63 of a total 79 shots against in a busy two game weekend. The Knighthawks netminder stopped 39 of the 47 shots faced in a 16-8 win over previously undefeated Toronto.
Men's Lacrosse: ECAC Lacrosse League Announces TV Games of the Week
CAPE COD, Mass. Commissioner of the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) Rudy Keeling announced that the conference will have a five-game television package during the 2010 ECAC Lacrosse season. The season-long package features some of the best lacrosse teams in the nation, including several top 25 teams battling for conference supremacy.
CAPE COD, Mass. Commissioner of the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) Rudy Keeling announced that the conference will have a five-game television package during the 2010 ECAC Lacrosse season. The season-long package features some of the best lacrosse teams in the nation, including several top 25 teams battling for conference supremacy.
Men's Lacrosse: Marshall Named Interim Head Lacrosse Coach at Scranton
The University of Scranton, has announced that Tim Marshall has been appointed interim head men's lacrosse coach for the upcoming 2010 season. In addition, Sean McNulty was named an interim assistant coach and Nick Youngstrom a volunteer assistant coach.
The University of Scranton, has announced that Tim Marshall has been appointed interim head men's lacrosse coach for the upcoming 2010 season. In addition, Sean McNulty was named an interim assistant coach and Nick Youngstrom a volunteer assistant coach.
Duke Stuns Team USA Men at Challenge; Other Results
ORLANDO, Fla. On Sunday, Jan. 31, Duke, ranked No. 1 in Lacrosse Magazine's Division I poll, beat the U.S. men's national team. Duke erased an early five-goal deficit and Max Quinzani scored the game-winning goal with 5.8 seconds remaining to lift the Blue Devils to a 9-8 victory over the U.S. men's national team in the Champion Challenge finale at Disney's Wide World of Sports.
ORLANDO, Fla. On Sunday, Jan. 31, Duke, ranked No. 1 in Lacrosse Magazine's Division I poll, beat the U.S. men's national team. Duke erased an early five-goal deficit and Max Quinzani scored the game-winning goal with 5.8 seconds remaining to lift the Blue Devils to a 9-8 victory over the U.S. men's national team in the Champion Challenge finale at Disney's Wide World of Sports.
U.S. Teams Sweep Saturday Games at Champion Challenge
ORLANDO, Fla. The U.S. men's and women's national teams swept Saturday's competition at Champion Challenge, a US Lacrosse event, at Disney's Wide World of Sports in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. On the men's side, Team USA defeated Army, 15-7, in its first exhibition since naming the 23-man roster that will travel to Manchester, England for the FIL World Championships this summer. On the women's side, the U.S. Elite Team cruised to a 23-7 victory over Notre Dame, while the U.S. Developmental team downed Florida, 17-8.
ORLANDO, Fla. The U.S. men's and women's national teams swept Saturday's competition at Champion Challenge, a US Lacrosse event, at Disney's Wide World of Sports in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. On the men's side, Team USA defeated Army, 15-7, in its first exhibition since naming the 23-man roster that will travel to Manchester, England for the FIL World Championships this summer. On the women's side, the U.S. Elite Team cruised to a 23-7 victory over Notre Dame, while the U.S. Developmental team downed Florida, 17-8.
Results: Michigan-Bellarmine "Everyone Works for Jack"
Ann Arbor, Mich. The University of Michigan Men's Lacrosse team defeated Division I opponent Bellarmine University by a score of 14-8 in an unofficial scrimmage on Sunday night, January 31, at Oosterbaan Fieldhouse in Ann Arbor. The Wolverines jumped out to a 6-2 half-time lead and continued their solid play during the second half in their first of three pre-season scrimmages in 2010.
Ann Arbor, Mich. The University of Michigan Men's Lacrosse team defeated Division I opponent Bellarmine University by a score of 14-8 in an unofficial scrimmage on Sunday night, January 31, at Oosterbaan Fieldhouse in Ann Arbor. The Wolverines jumped out to a 6-2 half-time lead and continued their solid play during the second half in their first of three pre-season scrimmages in 2010.
Men's Lacrosse: Photos from the Navy-UMBC 'Snow Bowl' Scrimmage
The first Men's Division I scrimmages were scheduled for today. Navy moved up its match with UMBC from 11:00 to 10:00 a.m. because of the snow that's blanketing much of the Mid-Atlantic region. The weather beat them to the punch, and the scrimmage was played far in less than ideal conditions.
The first Men's Division I scrimmages were scheduled for today. Navy moved up its match with UMBC from 11:00 to 10:00 a.m. because of the snow that's blanketing much of the Mid-Atlantic region. The weather beat them to the punch, and the scrimmage was played far in less than ideal conditions.
Women's Lacrosse: Notre Dame Ends Trip with Loss to US Developmental Team
Lake Buena Vista, Fla. ... The Notre Dame women's lacrosse team closed out its weekend in Florida with a strong overall effort as the Irish dropped a 15-11 decision to the U.S. National Developmental Team at Disney World of Sports in the Champion Challenge, a US Lacrosse event.
Lake Buena Vista, Fla. ... The Notre Dame women's lacrosse team closed out its weekend in Florida with a strong overall effort as the Irish dropped a 15-11 decision to the U.S. National Developmental Team at Disney World of Sports in the Champion Challenge, a US Lacrosse event.
Women's Lacrosse: Denver Routs Saint Mary's in NCAA Season Opener
MORAGA, Calif. University of Denver women's lacrosse sophomore midfielder Lauren Ciccomascolo (Ladera Ranch, Calif.) and sophomore attacker Kara Secora (Denver, Colo.) both had four goals and two assists, as the Pioneers routed St. Mary's 18-5 in the season opener on Friday.
MORAGA, Calif. University of Denver women's lacrosse sophomore midfielder Lauren Ciccomascolo (Ladera Ranch, Calif.) and sophomore attacker Kara Secora (Denver, Colo.) both had four goals and two assists, as the Pioneers routed St. Mary's 18-5 in the season opener on Friday.
Women's Lacrosse: Irish Drop Exhibition Opener to U.S. National Elite Team
Lake Buena Vista, Fla. ... The Notre Dame women's lacrosse team opened its exhibition season on Saturday afternoon at rain-soaked Disney World of Sports versus the U.S. National Elite Team at the Champion Challenge, a US Lacrosse event.
Lake Buena Vista, Fla. ... The Notre Dame women's lacrosse team opened its exhibition season on Saturday afternoon at rain-soaked Disney World of Sports versus the U.S. National Elite Team at the Champion Challenge, a US Lacrosse event.
Women's Lacrosse: 2010 North Carolina Women's Lacrosse Season Preview
Head coach Jenny Levy sat down with TarHeelBlue.com prior to the season to preview the 2010 campaign for the Tar Heels, who are coming off perhaps the best season in school history. The 2009 Carolina team made the fourth NCAA Final Four appearance in program history and reached the national championship game for the first time. Ten starters return from that squad to take the field in 2010.
Head coach Jenny Levy sat down with TarHeelBlue.com prior to the season to preview the 2010 campaign for the Tar Heels, who are coming off perhaps the best season in school history. The 2009 Carolina team made the fourth NCAA Final Four appearance in program history and reached the national championship game for the first time. Ten starters return from that squad to take the field in 2010.
Third Annual 'Face-Off for a Cause' Feb. 12-13 in Orlando
Orlando, Fla. (Jan. 14, 2010) The Samaritan Team and Wounded Warrior Project have joined forces to present the Third Annual Face-Off for a Cause, which will take place February 12-13 at various locations around Orlando, Florida. The event features two Division II, two MCLA, and 12 high school matches.
Orlando, Fla. (Jan. 14, 2010) The Samaritan Team and Wounded Warrior Project have joined forces to present the Third Annual Face-Off for a Cause, which will take place February 12-13 at various locations around Orlando, Florida. The event features two Division II, two MCLA, and 12 high school matches.
National Lacrosse League: K-Hawks Hand Rock First Loss; Other Saturday Results
Rochester, NY -- The Rochester Knighthawks secured their third win of the season with a dominate 16-8 victory over their East Division rivals the Toronto Rock tonight at The Blue Cross Arena. With the win, the Knighthawks improve to 3-2 on the season, while the Rock were handed their first loss and fall to 3-1.
Rochester, NY -- The Rochester Knighthawks secured their third win of the season with a dominate 16-8 victory over their East Division rivals the Toronto Rock tonight at The Blue Cross Arena. With the win, the Knighthawks improve to 3-2 on the season, while the Rock were handed their first loss and fall to 3-1.
National Lacrosse League: Boston Blazers Clip Philadelphia Wings
BOSTON (January 30, 2010) Dan Dawson and Daryl Veltman each scored four times and the Boston Blazers never trailed in an edgy 11-9 victory against the Philadelphia Wings on Saturday at the TD Garden. The Blazers push their record to 2-3 with the win; Philadelphia falls to 1-3.
BOSTON (January 30, 2010) Dan Dawson and Daryl Veltman each scored four times and the Boston Blazers never trailed in an edgy 11-9 victory against the Philadelphia Wings on Saturday at the TD Garden. The Blazers push their record to 2-3 with the win; Philadelphia falls to 1-3.
National Lacrosse League: Powell, Hall Help Titans Ground Knighthawks
Orlando, Fla. -- Jordan Hall scored four goals and Casey Powell added three as the Orlando Titans rolled to a 13-8 win over Rochester. The win lifted the Titans to 2-1 on the season and gave them sole possession of second place in the Eastern Division, Rochester fell to 2-2.
Orlando, Fla. -- Jordan Hall scored four goals and Casey Powell added three as the Orlando Titans rolled to a 13-8 win over Rochester. The win lifted the Titans to 2-1 on the season and gave them sole possession of second place in the Eastern Division, Rochester fell to 2-2.
Men's Lacrosse: St. John's Men's Lacrosse Season Outlook for 2010
QUEENS, N.Y. (Jan. 28, 2010) Entering his fourth season at the helm of the St. John's lacrosse team, head coach Jason Miller believes this year's team could be one of his best. Returning the entire starting close defense unit and several offensive producers who were sidelined with injury last year, Miller has good reason to be optimistic. The Red Storm will have plenty of opportunity to showcase its talent this season against one of the nation's toughest schedules in the newly formed BIG EAST Lacrosse Conference.
QUEENS, N.Y. (Jan. 28, 2010) Entering his fourth season at the helm of the St. John's lacrosse team, head coach Jason Miller believes this year's team could be one of his best. Returning the entire starting close defense unit and several offensive producers who were sidelined with injury last year, Miller has good reason to be optimistic. The Red Storm will have plenty of opportunity to showcase its talent this season against one of the nation's toughest schedules in the newly formed BIG EAST Lacrosse Conference.
Strength and Conditioning for Lacrosse: Part I
We enjoy having site visitors share their expertise and passions related to lacrosse. Today we begin the first in a series of articles on strength and conditioning for lacrosse. The author, Billy J. Voltaire, CSCS, is the is the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Manhasset High School in Manhasset, New York.
We enjoy having site visitors share their expertise and passions related to lacrosse. Today we begin the first in a series of articles on strength and conditioning for lacrosse. The author, Billy J. Voltaire, CSCS, is the is the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Manhasset High School in Manhasset, New York.
Televised Lacrosse Games for the 2010 Season
Numerous site visitors have written to ask if we have a listing of the lacrosse games that will be televised this spring. Perhaps that's a sign of the wider availability of ESPNU (the network that carries the lion's share of the games shown nationally) in addition to the continuing strong rise in the popularity of the sport. See the current broadcast schedule on the TV Listings page.
Numerous site visitors have written to ask if we have a listing of the lacrosse games that will be televised this spring. Perhaps that's a sign of the wider availability of ESPNU (the network that carries the lion's share of the games shown nationally) in addition to the continuing strong rise in the popularity of the sport. See the current broadcast schedule on the TV Listings page.
Women's Lacrosse: Johns Hopkins Lacrosse Signs Eight for 2010-2011
BALTIMORE, MD - Johns Hopkins women's lacrosse head coach Janine Tucker has signed eight student-athletes to play for the Blue Jays beginning in 2011. The 2010 recruiting class represents four different states and two countries and boast three high school All-Americans.
BALTIMORE, MD - Johns Hopkins women's lacrosse head coach Janine Tucker has signed eight student-athletes to play for the Blue Jays beginning in 2011. The 2010 recruiting class represents four different states and two countries and boast three high school All-Americans.
Men's Lacrosse: Johnston-Bloom Named Thiel's First Head Lacrosse Coach
GREENVILLE, Pa. (Jan. 29, 2010) Shem Johnston-Bloom, a former assistant coach at Wesleyan University (Conn.), has been named Thiel College's first head men's lacrosse coach, Director of Athletics Jack Leipheimer announced Friday.
GREENVILLE, Pa. (Jan. 29, 2010) Shem Johnston-Bloom, a former assistant coach at Wesleyan University (Conn.), has been named Thiel College's first head men's lacrosse coach, Director of Athletics Jack Leipheimer announced Friday.
Men's Lacrosse: Maritime Lawrence Adds John Savage to Coaching Staff
Maritime College men's lacrosse head coach Daniel Lawrence announced on Friday the hiring of John Savage as an assistant coach for the upcoming 2010 season.
Maritime College men's lacrosse head coach Daniel Lawrence announced on Friday the hiring of John Savage as an assistant coach for the upcoming 2010 season.
Men's Lacrosse: Wolverines Take Top Spot in Two Pre-Season Polls
Ann Arbor, Mich. Coming off back-to-back MCLA National Championships, the University of Michigan Men's Lacrosse team has earned the #1 spot in two pre-season polls. In both the MCLA The Lax Mag (mclamag.com) and Lacrosse Magazine (laxmagazine.com), the Wolverines are heading into the 2010 campaign at the top of the rankings.
Ann Arbor, Mich. Coming off back-to-back MCLA National Championships, the University of Michigan Men's Lacrosse team has earned the #1 spot in two pre-season polls. In both the MCLA The Lax Mag (mclamag.com) and Lacrosse Magazine (laxmagazine.com), the Wolverines are heading into the 2010 campaign at the top of the rankings.
Women's Lacrosse: Notre Dame Lacrosse Mames Team Captains for 2010
Seniors Rachel Guerrera (Wantagh, N.Y.), Gina Scioscia (Summit, N.J.) and Maggie Zentgraf (Charlottesville, Va.) will be joined by junior Shaylyn Blaney (Stony Brook, N.Y.) as captains for Notre Dame for the upcoming spring season.
Seniors Rachel Guerrera (Wantagh, N.Y.), Gina Scioscia (Summit, N.J.) and Maggie Zentgraf (Charlottesville, Va.) will be joined by junior Shaylyn Blaney (Stony Brook, N.Y.) as captains for Notre Dame for the upcoming spring season.
Men's Lacrosse: Big East Men's Lacrosse 2010 Preseason Poll and Awards
PROVIDENCE, R.I. Syracuse University has been unanimously selected as the 2010 preseason favorite to win the inaugural season of the BIG EAST men's lacrosse league. The league's seven head coaches cast the votes and were not permitted to vote for their own programs. Syracuse's Stephen Keogh has been named the BIG EAST Preseason Attack Player of the Year, while Georgetown's Barney Ehrmann is the BIG EAST Preseason Defensive Player of the Year.
PROVIDENCE, R.I. Syracuse University has been unanimously selected as the 2010 preseason favorite to win the inaugural season of the BIG EAST men's lacrosse league. The league's seven head coaches cast the votes and were not permitted to vote for their own programs. Syracuse's Stephen Keogh has been named the BIG EAST Preseason Attack Player of the Year, while Georgetown's Barney Ehrmann is the BIG EAST Preseason Defensive Player of the Year.
Men's Lacrosse: Duke Suspends Sean Brady for the 2010 Season
DURHAM, N.C.Duke University men's lacrosse head coach John Danowski announced on Thursday, Jan. 28, the suspension of junior Sean Brady for the 2010 season for conduct unbecoming of a member of the program.
DURHAM, N.C.Duke University men's lacrosse head coach John Danowski announced on Thursday, Jan. 28, the suspension of junior Sean Brady for the 2010 season for conduct unbecoming of a member of the program.
Major League Lacrosse: Cannons and Bayhawks Complete Multi-Player Trade
The MLL's Boston Cannons made their first player move of 2010, acquiring midfielder Kevin Buchanan and three draft picks from the Washington Bayhawks in exchange for John Christmas, Ray Megill and Mike Levin.
The MLL's Boston Cannons made their first player move of 2010, acquiring midfielder Kevin Buchanan and three draft picks from the Washington Bayhawks in exchange for John Christmas, Ray Megill and Mike Levin.
Men's Lacrosse: CAA Lacrosse 2010 Preseason Poll and All-CAA Team
RICHMOND, Va. (Jan. 27, 2010) -- Hofstra, which finished last season with an unblemished league mark of 6-0, is picked to win the 2010 CAA Men's Lacrosse Championship according to a vote conducted by all six league coaches. The Pride, which picked up five of the possible six first-place votes, edged out second-place Massachusetts in the poll.
RICHMOND, Va. (Jan. 27, 2010) -- Hofstra, which finished last season with an unblemished league mark of 6-0, is picked to win the 2010 CAA Men's Lacrosse Championship according to a vote conducted by all six league coaches. The Pride, which picked up five of the possible six first-place votes, edged out second-place Massachusetts in the poll.
Women's Lacrosse: CAA 2010 Lacrosse Preseason Poll and All-CAA Team
RICHMOND, Va. - Defending CAA women's lacrosse champion Towson is the preseason favorite to win the conference title again in 2010 according to a vote of the league's head coaches. Towson received six first-place votes and 47 points in the poll, while William and Mary picked up the other two first-place votes and was second with 43 points. Delaware finished third with 34 points and was followed by Hofstra, James Madison, Old Dominion, George Mason and Drexel.
RICHMOND, Va. - Defending CAA women's lacrosse champion Towson is the preseason favorite to win the conference title again in 2010 according to a vote of the league's head coaches. Towson received six first-place votes and 47 points in the poll, while William and Mary picked up the other two first-place votes and was second with 43 points. Delaware finished third with 34 points and was followed by Hofstra, James Madison, Old Dominion, George Mason and Drexel.
Women's Lacrosse: 2010 NEC Lacrosse Preseason Coaches' Poll
Somerset, NJ -- Two-time defending champion Sacred Heart was selected as the 2010 Northeast Conference (NEC) Women's Lacrosse preseason favorite in a vote conducted by the league head coaches. The Pioneers received five first place votes, slipping ahead of Monmouth, which earned three first place votes. Quinnipiac, the 2009 NEC runner-up, tallied two first place votes and was picked third, while Robert Morris was slotted fourth. Mount St. Mary's and Wagner were selected in fifth and sixth place, respectively. Long Island, Bryant, Central Connecticut State and Saint Francis (PA) rounded out the field.
Somerset, NJ -- Two-time defending champion Sacred Heart was selected as the 2010 Northeast Conference (NEC) Women's Lacrosse preseason favorite in a vote conducted by the league head coaches. The Pioneers received five first place votes, slipping ahead of Monmouth, which earned three first place votes. Quinnipiac, the 2009 NEC runner-up, tallied two first place votes and was picked third, while Robert Morris was slotted fourth. Mount St. Mary's and Wagner were selected in fifth and sixth place, respectively. Long Island, Bryant, Central Connecticut State and Saint Francis (PA) rounded out the field.
Men's Lacrosse: Patriot League Lacrosse Preseason Poll, Players of the Year
Center Valley, Pa. - Defending Patriot League Champion Navy was selected as the preseason favorite in a vote of coaches and sports information directors. The Midshipmen enter the season having won five Patriot League titles in their six years in the League. Navy received 11 first-place votes and a total of 71 points. Bucknell received the remaining three first-place votes and a total of 63 points.
Center Valley, Pa. - Defending Patriot League Champion Navy was selected as the preseason favorite in a vote of coaches and sports information directors. The Midshipmen enter the season having won five Patriot League titles in their six years in the League. Navy received 11 first-place votes and a total of 71 points. Bucknell received the remaining three first-place votes and a total of 63 points.
Men's Lacrosse: Dugan Resigns at Scranton for New Position at Notre Dame
Kevin Dugan, head men's lacrosse coach at the University of Scranton has resigned, effective immediately, to accept the newly-created position of director of men's lacrosse operations at the University of Notre Dame.
Kevin Dugan, head men's lacrosse coach at the University of Scranton has resigned, effective immediately, to accept the newly-created position of director of men's lacrosse operations at the University of Notre Dame.
Men's Lacrosse: Providence College Lacrosse Announces Class of 2014
PROVIDENCE, R.I. Providence College men's lacrosse Head Coach Chris Burdick announced the program's 2014 recruiting class on Wednesday, January 27. Each of the signees will enroll at PC in the fall of 2010 and compete for the Friars in the spring of 2011.
PROVIDENCE, R.I. Providence College men's lacrosse Head Coach Chris Burdick announced the program's 2014 recruiting class on Wednesday, January 27. Each of the signees will enroll at PC in the fall of 2010 and compete for the Friars in the spring of 2011.
Men's Lacrosse: Yale Men's Lacrosse Releases Schedule for 2010
NEW HAVEN, Conn. -- The 2010 Yale men's lacrosse schedule became official today, and head coach Andy Shay has assembled a challenging slate in and out of the powerful Ivy League, which welcomes its inaugural post-season tournament this spring. The new schedule includes five opponents among the top 20 in the final 2009 rankings, seven home games and six on the road.
NEW HAVEN, Conn. -- The 2010 Yale men's lacrosse schedule became official today, and head coach Andy Shay has assembled a challenging slate in and out of the powerful Ivy League, which welcomes its inaugural post-season tournament this spring. The new schedule includes five opponents among the top 20 in the final 2009 rankings, seven home games and six on the road.
Men's Lacrosse: Adelphi Announces '10 Schedule, Captains, New Additions
Garden City, N.Y. - Adelphi University's head men's lacrosse coach Gordon Purdie announced both the 2010 schedule and the addition of 18 members to the lacrosse squad on Monday, January 25th . The Panthers will open up the 2010 season on March 11 at home against Dominican (CA).
Garden City, N.Y. - Adelphi University's head men's lacrosse coach Gordon Purdie announced both the 2010 schedule and the addition of 18 members to the lacrosse squad on Monday, January 25th . The Panthers will open up the 2010 season on March 11 at home against Dominican (CA).
US Lacrosse Seeks Applicants for New Board, Other Positions
The US Lacrosse Board of Directors unanimously approved some significant changes in the US Lacrosse national volunteer and staff structures in order to better position the organization to serve its members and the sport as well as advance its mission. These structural changes were the culminations of 18 months of focused review as directed by the US Lacrosse Strategic Plan.
The US Lacrosse Board of Directors unanimously approved some significant changes in the US Lacrosse national volunteer and staff structures in order to better position the organization to serve its members and the sport as well as advance its mission. These structural changes were the culminations of 18 months of focused review as directed by the US Lacrosse Strategic Plan.
Women's Lacrosse: Delaware's Ciarrocca to Retire After the 2010 Season
University of Delaware women's lacrosse head coach Kim Ciarrocca, who has enjoyed outstanding success during a 20-year coaching tenure, including the last five at the helm of the Blue Hens, announced Tuesday that she is retiring from coaching following the 2010 campaign.
University of Delaware women's lacrosse head coach Kim Ciarrocca, who has enjoyed outstanding success during a 20-year coaching tenure, including the last five at the helm of the Blue Hens, announced Tuesday that she is retiring from coaching following the 2010 campaign.
ESPNU to Televise USL's Champion Challenge Games
CHARLOTTE, N.C. and BALTIMORE ESPNU and US Lacrosse announced that the sports network will air the U.S. men's national team vs. Duke and the U.S. women's national team vs. Duke games, part of the 2010 Champion Challenge at Disney's Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The U.S. men's national team game will air on Jan. 31 at 10 p.m. with an encore presentation on Feb. 2 at 4:00 p.m. The U.S. women's national team game will air on Feb. 1 at midnight with a re-air on Feb. 2 at 2:00 p.m.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. and BALTIMORE ESPNU and US Lacrosse announced that the sports network will air the U.S. men's national team vs. Duke and the U.S. women's national team vs. Duke games, part of the 2010 Champion Challenge at Disney's Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The U.S. men's national team game will air on Jan. 31 at 10 p.m. with an encore presentation on Feb. 2 at 4:00 p.m. The U.S. women's national team game will air on Feb. 1 at midnight with a re-air on Feb. 2 at 2:00 p.m.
Men's, Women's, Boys', Girls' 2010 Schedules Posted
Currently available schedule information for men's and women's Divisions I, II, and III, MCLA, NJCAA, and high school boys' and girls' teams has been posted. For HS, roughly 50% of boys' and 10% of girls' games have been entered thus far. See the links in the navigation bar at the top or left side of the main pages or in the navigation matrix at the top center on the Forum. In addition, the navigation links on nearly all ratings pages now include links to prior years for the first time.
Currently available schedule information for men's and women's Divisions I, II, and III, MCLA, NJCAA, and high school boys' and girls' teams has been posted. For HS, roughly 50% of boys' and 10% of girls' games have been entered thus far. See the links in the navigation bar at the top or left side of the main pages or in the navigation matrix at the top center on the Forum. In addition, the navigation links on nearly all ratings pages now include links to prior years for the first time.
Men's Lacrosse: Southern New Hampshire Announces 2010 Team Captains
Southern New Hampshire team captains for the 2010 men's lacrosse season were announced recently by coach Paul Calkins. Senior Terrence Nash (Oceanside, N.Y.) and juniors Keith Merluzzo (Billerica, Mass.) and Mike Scotina (Peabody, Mass.) have been awarded the honor.
Southern New Hampshire team captains for the 2010 men's lacrosse season were announced recently by coach Paul Calkins. Senior Terrence Nash (Oceanside, N.Y.) and juniors Keith Merluzzo (Billerica, Mass.) and Mike Scotina (Peabody, Mass.) have been awarded the honor.
Men's Lacrosse: Colby Lacrosse Names New Captains for the 2010 Season
Colby College men's lacrosse head coach Jon Thompson has announced that James Brady '10, Whit McCarthy '10, Max Weiss '10, and Craig Bunker '11 have been elected captains for the Mules' 2010 campaign.
Colby College men's lacrosse head coach Jon Thompson has announced that James Brady '10, Whit McCarthy '10, Max Weiss '10, and Craig Bunker '11 have been elected captains for the Mules' 2010 campaign.
DiDonato's Condition Upgraded to Fair Tuesday Afternoon
Former Villanova lacrosse captain Eddie DiDonato, shot six times during an Old City altercation on Jan. 17, has been upgraded to fair condition this afternoon following several successful surgical procedures at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, a spokesperson said.
Former Villanova lacrosse captain Eddie DiDonato, shot six times during an Old City altercation on Jan. 17, has been upgraded to fair condition this afternoon following several successful surgical procedures at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, a spokesperson said.
Women's Lacrosse: Greensboro Lacrosse Tabbed Second in USA South Poll
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. - Greensboro College has been picked to finish second in the USA South this year by the conference coaches. Under the direction of Coach Charlotte Dixon, GC returns seven starters and 10 letter-winners from last year's 7-8 team.
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. - Greensboro College has been picked to finish second in the USA South this year by the conference coaches. Under the direction of Coach Charlotte Dixon, GC returns seven starters and 10 letter-winners from last year's 7-8 team.
Women's Lacrosse: Boswell Adds 10 Recruits to High Point Lacrosse for 2011
High Point University head lacrosse coach Lyndsey Boswell has announced 10 more players who have committed to join the lacrosse team for its inaugural season in 2010-2011. This group will join the 16 players who signed National Letters of Intent in December. There will be another round of commitments announced later in the spring before the final roster is released next fall.
High Point University head lacrosse coach Lyndsey Boswell has announced 10 more players who have committed to join the lacrosse team for its inaugural season in 2010-2011. This group will join the 16 players who signed National Letters of Intent in December. There will be another round of commitments announced later in the spring before the final roster is released next fall.
Women's Lacrosse: Maryland Lacrosse Tabs Captains for 2010 Campaign
Maryland has announced its captains for the 2010 campaign. Sarah Mollison will join two-time captains Caitlyn McFadden, Amanda Spinnenweber, and Karissa Taylor as captains for the defending ACC champions.
Maryland has announced its captains for the 2010 campaign. Sarah Mollison will join two-time captains Caitlyn McFadden, Amanda Spinnenweber, and Karissa Taylor as captains for the defending ACC champions.
Women's Lacrosse: Connecticut Lacrosse Names Team Captains for 2010
Connecticut has selected its team captains as the Huskies prepare for the season opener on Feb. 20. Seniors Katie Devaney (Black River, N.Y.) and Ashley Mitchelides (Hudson, Ohio) as well as redshirt junior Lauren Sparks (West Chester, Pa.) will serve as the 2010 captains.
Connecticut has selected its team captains as the Huskies prepare for the season opener on Feb. 20. Seniors Katie Devaney (Black River, N.Y.) and Ashley Mitchelides (Hudson, Ohio) as well as redshirt junior Lauren Sparks (West Chester, Pa.) will serve as the 2010 captains.
Women's Lacrosse: Marywood's Women's Lacrosse Names Team Captains
Carrie Glenn, Katie Sullivan, and Alexis Willey have been named captains for Marywood University's women's lacrosse team's 2010 season, according to an announcement made today by head coach Rob Brooks.
Carrie Glenn, Katie Sullivan, and Alexis Willey have been named captains for Marywood University's women's lacrosse team's 2010 season, according to an announcement made today by head coach Rob Brooks.
National Lacrosse League: National Lacrosse League Player of the Week Awards
Toronto Rock goalie Bob Watson was named the National Lacrosse League's Overall Player of the Week for Week #3 of the 2010 NLL Season. Watson stopped 45 of the total 48 shots against from the previously undefeated Rochester Knighthawks in a 17-3 win. Watson held Rochester to a single goal in the first half and only two more in the second, holding the Knighthawks to their lowest single-game goal total in franchise history. Watson also won the Defensive Player of the Week honors.
Toronto Rock goalie Bob Watson was named the National Lacrosse League's Overall Player of the Week for Week #3 of the 2010 NLL Season. Watson stopped 45 of the total 48 shots against from the previously undefeated Rochester Knighthawks in a 17-3 win. Watson held Rochester to a single goal in the first half and only two more in the second, holding the Knighthawks to their lowest single-game goal total in franchise history. Watson also won the Defensive Player of the Week honors.
Former Villanova Captain DiDonato Downgraded to Critical
Former Villanova lacrosse captain Eddie DiDonato, who had made much progress toward recovery after being shot six times eight days ago in Old City, suffered a setback over the weekend and has been downgraded to critical condition at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, a spokesperson said.
Former Villanova lacrosse captain Eddie DiDonato, who had made much progress toward recovery after being shot six times eight days ago in Old City, suffered a setback over the weekend and has been downgraded to critical condition at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, a spokesperson said.
Men's Lacrosse: Pittsburgh Names Captains, Announces Schedule for 2010
Coach Sean Buzzard announced that the following seniors will lead Pittsburgh as captains for 2010: Rob Musgrave, attack (Pittsburgh Pa/N Hills); Peter Tumbas, attack (Mt Lebanon, PA/Mt Lebanon); Jason Faber, attack (Wexford, Pa / North Allegheny); and Andrew Stypula, defense (Wexford, Pa/ North Allegheny).
Coach Sean Buzzard announced that the following seniors will lead Pittsburgh as captains for 2010: Rob Musgrave, attack (Pittsburgh Pa/N Hills); Peter Tumbas, attack (Mt Lebanon, PA/Mt Lebanon); Jason Faber, attack (Wexford, Pa / North Allegheny); and Andrew Stypula, defense (Wexford, Pa/ North Allegheny).
Men's Lacrosse: Tennessee Lacrosse Announces Captains for 2010 Season
University of Tennessee head coach Matt Synowiez has named seniors Jack Cleary, Patrick Kerley, Chris Bates, and Luis Aloma as captains for the 2009-2010 season.
University of Tennessee head coach Matt Synowiez has named seniors Jack Cleary, Patrick Kerley, Chris Bates, and Luis Aloma as captains for the 2009-2010 season.
Cape Henlopen Girls Named Delaware '09 Team of the Year
The Cape Henlopen High School girls' lacrosse team has been honored as Delaware team of the year for 2009 by the Delaware Sportswriters and Broadcasters Association. The Vikings were selected from a pool of over one thousand youth, high school, college, and professional teams.
The Cape Henlopen High School girls' lacrosse team has been honored as Delaware team of the year for 2009 by the Delaware Sportswriters and Broadcasters Association. The Vikings were selected from a pool of over one thousand youth, high school, college, and professional teams.
Men's Lacrosse: Doctors Optimistic That DiDonato Will Make Full Recovery
The Villanova men's lacrosse team received a jolt harder than any check one could sustain on the playing field Sunday when the Wildcats learned that former teammate Eddie DiDinato had been shot six times and was hanging on for his life.
The Villanova men's lacrosse team received a jolt harder than any check one could sustain on the playing field Sunday when the Wildcats learned that former teammate Eddie DiDinato had been shot six times and was hanging on for his life.
Great Plains Becomes 63rd US Lacrosse Chapter
BALTIMORE US Lacrosse, the national governing body for the sport, announced the addition of the Great Plains Lacrosse Association as US Lacrosse's sixty-third chapter. US Lacrosse has grown to 63 regional chapters in just 12 years since the organization's inception. The Great Plains chapter covers the greater Kansas City area and includes Kansas and Missouri.
BALTIMORE US Lacrosse, the national governing body for the sport, announced the addition of the Great Plains Lacrosse Association as US Lacrosse's sixty-third chapter. US Lacrosse has grown to 63 regional chapters in just 12 years since the organization's inception. The Great Plains chapter covers the greater Kansas City area and includes Kansas and Missouri.
Former UNC AA Gives up Coaching Post at Acad. of Notre Dame
Brooke Crawford Record, an All-American lacrosse player at North Carolina in the late 1990s, said leaving her job as head coach for the Academy of Notre Dame girls' lacrosse team after turning a struggling program into an instant Inter-Ac-League contender was one of the most difficult decisions of her career.
Brooke Crawford Record, an All-American lacrosse player at North Carolina in the late 1990s, said leaving her job as head coach for the Academy of Notre Dame girls' lacrosse team after turning a struggling program into an instant Inter-Ac-League contender was one of the most difficult decisions of her career.
National Lacrosse League: Toronto Routs K-Hawks; Wings Fall in OT; Other Results
TORONTO The Toronto Rock (3-0) beat the Rochester Knighthawks (2-1) tonight at the Air Canada Centre in front of 10,104 fans to remain undefeated. Toronto goal tender Bob Watson earned game MVP for stopping 45 of Rochester's 48 shots. Garrett Billings led the Rock with eight points from five goals and three assists.
TORONTO The Toronto Rock (3-0) beat the Rochester Knighthawks (2-1) tonight at the Air Canada Centre in front of 10,104 fans to remain undefeated. Toronto goal tender Bob Watson earned game MVP for stopping 45 of Rochester's 48 shots. Garrett Billings led the Rock with eight points from five goals and three assists.
National Lacrosse League: Washington Tops Buffalo; Mammoth Edges Swarm in OT
Everett, Wash. The Washington Stealth improved to 3-0 with a 13-11 victory over the visiting Buffalo Bandits (0-3) on Friday night at the Comcast Arena. Cam Sedgwick finished with five points on four goals and an assist to earn the game's MVP honors.
Everett, Wash. The Washington Stealth improved to 3-0 with a 13-11 victory over the visiting Buffalo Bandits (0-3) on Friday night at the Comcast Arena. Cam Sedgwick finished with five points on four goals and an assist to earn the game's MVP honors.
Men's Lacrosse: Jacksonville Announces Lacrosse Program's First Captains
The Jacksonville men's lacrosse team has named sophomores Jake Ziegler, Jeremy Tissenbaum, and freshman Cameron Mann as its first three captains in program history. The Dolphins will look for leadership from their captains during a difficult inaugural schedule that includes Duke, Bucknell, Hofstra and North Carolina.
The Jacksonville men's lacrosse team has named sophomores Jake Ziegler, Jeremy Tissenbaum, and freshman Cameron Mann as its first three captains in program history. The Dolphins will look for leadership from their captains during a difficult inaugural schedule that includes Duke, Bucknell, Hofstra and North Carolina.
Tewaaraton Trophy Selection Committee Chairs Named
The Tewaaraton Award Foundation has announced that Oregon head coach Jen Larsen and Dick Edell, retired head coach from Maryland, will serve as the 2010 Tewaaraton Selection Committee Chairs.
The Tewaaraton Award Foundation has announced that Oregon head coach Jen Larsen and Dick Edell, retired head coach from Maryland, will serve as the 2010 Tewaaraton Selection Committee Chairs.
Women's Lacrosse: Limestone Picked No. 1 in Conference Carolinas Poll
HIGH POINT, N.C. - The Limestone College women's lacrosse team was picked No. 1 in the Conference Carolinas Preseason Coaches' Poll, as announced by the league office on Thursday. The Saints are ranked No. 9 in the 2010 Lacrosse Magazine preseason poll after finishing the 2009 season with a 17-3 overall (11-1 conference) record.
HIGH POINT, N.C. - The Limestone College women's lacrosse team was picked No. 1 in the Conference Carolinas Preseason Coaches' Poll, as announced by the league office on Thursday. The Saints are ranked No. 9 in the 2010 Lacrosse Magazine preseason poll after finishing the 2009 season with a 17-3 overall (11-1 conference) record.
PA, NJ, TX Schools to Kick off Big City Classic April 10th
The Haverford School will play Canada's Hill Academy, and Lawrenceville (N.J.) will meet Texas state champion Highland Park as part of a scholastic tournament doubleheader to kick off the 2nd Annual Konica Minolta Big City Classic on April 10 at the New Meadowlands, lacrosse officials have announced.
The Haverford School will play Canada's Hill Academy, and Lawrenceville (N.J.) will meet Texas state champion Highland Park as part of a scholastic tournament doubleheader to kick off the 2nd Annual Konica Minolta Big City Classic on April 10 at the New Meadowlands, lacrosse officials have announced.
Men's Lacrosse: Loyola Men's Lacrosse Names Captains for 2010
Coach Charley Toomey announced that, by a vote of their teammates, Midfielder Taylor Ebsary (Amherst, N.Y./Amherst H.S.), attackers Nick Federici (Bridgewater, N.J./Bridgewater-Raritan H.S.) and Collin Finnerty (Garden City, N.Y./Chaminade H.S.) and defender Steve Layne (Downingtown, Pa./Malvern Preparatory School) were selected as captains for 2010.
Coach Charley Toomey announced that, by a vote of their teammates, Midfielder Taylor Ebsary (Amherst, N.Y./Amherst H.S.), attackers Nick Federici (Bridgewater, N.J./Bridgewater-Raritan H.S.) and Collin Finnerty (Garden City, N.Y./Chaminade H.S.) and defender Steve Layne (Downingtown, Pa./Malvern Preparatory School) were selected as captains for 2010.
New Inter-Ac Invitational Tournament Scheduled for May
Philadelphia's Inter-Ac League officials have announced the creation of the Inter-Ac Invitational Tournament, which will grow from a post-season league tourney to include three prep schools located on the borders of the region.
Philadelphia's Inter-Ac League officials have announced the creation of the Inter-Ac Invitational Tournament, which will grow from a post-season league tourney to include three prep schools located on the borders of the region.
DiDonato's Condition Upgraded to Fair Following Surgeries
Eddie DiDonato - the former Villanova lacrosse captain and All-American at La Salle College High has been upgraded to fair condition at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital as he attempts to recover from six gunshots during an altercation in the Old City section of Philadelphia Sunday morning, a hospital spokesperson said.
Eddie DiDonato - the former Villanova lacrosse captain and All-American at La Salle College High has been upgraded to fair condition at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital as he attempts to recover from six gunshots during an altercation in the Old City section of Philadelphia Sunday morning, a hospital spokesperson said.
Checking for Cancer to Feature 12 Top Mid-Atlantic Teams
Twelve top scholastic boys' teams from the Mid-Atlantic Region will compete in the Second Annual "Checking for Cancer" Lacrosse Invitational on April 17 at The Haverford School. The event will raise money for treatment, research and awareness of male cancers.
Twelve top scholastic boys' teams from the Mid-Atlantic Region will compete in the Second Annual "Checking for Cancer" Lacrosse Invitational on April 17 at The Haverford School. The event will raise money for treatment, research and awareness of male cancers.
Women's Lacrosse: Debbie Windett Named New Head Coach at Wesley College
Debbie Windett, a long-time respected high school coach in Delaware, has been named the head women's lacrosse coach at Wesley College. Windett comes to the Wolverines after building the program at Caesar Rodney High School in Camden, Delaware from the ground up.
Debbie Windett, a long-time respected high school coach in Delaware, has been named the head women's lacrosse coach at Wesley College. Windett comes to the Wolverines after building the program at Caesar Rodney High School in Camden, Delaware from the ground up.
Men's Lacrosse: Dartmouth Men's Lacrosse Releases 2010 Schedule
HANOVER, N.H. - Head coach Andy Towers and the Dartmouth men's lacrosse team has announced its 13-game slate for the upcoming season, which features three of last year's final four teams and an Ivy League Tournament for the first time.
HANOVER, N.H. - Head coach Andy Towers and the Dartmouth men's lacrosse team has announced its 13-game slate for the upcoming season, which features three of last year's final four teams and an Ivy League Tournament for the first time.
Men's Lacrosse: Holy Cross Men's Lacrosse Announces 2010 Schedule
WORCESTER, Mass. Holy Cross athletic director Richard M. Regan, Jr., and head men's lacrosse coach Adam Pascal have announced the Crusaders' 2010 schedule. Holy Cross is scheduled to play 15 regular season games, including seven at the new Holy Cross Field.
WORCESTER, Mass. Holy Cross athletic director Richard M. Regan, Jr., and head men's lacrosse coach Adam Pascal have announced the Crusaders' 2010 schedule. Holy Cross is scheduled to play 15 regular season games, including seven at the new Holy Cross Field.
Men's Lacrosse: Limestone Lacrosse Preseason No. 1 in Conference Carolinas
High Point, NC - Limestone College was chosen by league head coaches as the preseason favorite in Conference Carolinas men's lacrosse. The Saints are coming off a 2009 season that included a 10-4, (4-1 conference) record and an NCAA Division II semifinal appearance. The 2010 Saints are eager to defend their conference tournament championship title and return to the NCAA tournament for the 11th consecutive year.
High Point, NC - Limestone College was chosen by league head coaches as the preseason favorite in Conference Carolinas men's lacrosse. The Saints are coming off a 2009 season that included a 10-4, (4-1 conference) record and an NCAA Division II semifinal appearance. The 2010 Saints are eager to defend their conference tournament championship title and return to the NCAA tournament for the 11th consecutive year.
Men's Lacrosse: Chestnut Hill Men's Lacrosse Inaugural Season Preview
Philadelphia, PA (1/13/2010) Family has been the theme of the Chestnut Hill College men's lacrosse program's inaugural season. As the newest members of the East Coast Conference, NCAA Division II's top-rated men's lacrosse conference, Chestnut Hill expects to experience a season full of ups and downs.
Philadelphia, PA (1/13/2010) Family has been the theme of the Chestnut Hill College men's lacrosse program's inaugural season. As the newest members of the East Coast Conference, NCAA Division II's top-rated men's lacrosse conference, Chestnut Hill expects to experience a season full of ups and downs.
National Lacrosse League: National Lacrosse League Week #2 Player Awards
Toronto Rock forward Colin Doyle was named the National Lacrosse League's Overall Player of the Week for Week #2 of the 2010 NLL Season. Doyle was directly involved in six of the eight goals Toronto scored on Friday in an 8-7 overtime win over the Boston Blazers.
Toronto Rock forward Colin Doyle was named the National Lacrosse League's Overall Player of the Week for Week #2 of the 2010 NLL Season. Doyle was directly involved in six of the eight goals Toronto scored on Friday in an 8-7 overtime win over the Boston Blazers.
DiDonato Continues to Progress Following Shooting
Former Villanova lacrosse captain Eddie DiDonato, who was shot six times early Sunday morning during an altercation in Philadelphia's Old City section, underwent surgery this morning and continues to make positive steps toward recovery, his best friend said.
Former Villanova lacrosse captain Eddie DiDonato, who was shot six times early Sunday morning during an altercation in Philadelphia's Old City section, underwent surgery this morning and continues to make positive steps toward recovery, his best friend said.
Women's Lacrosse: Ohio St. Lacrosse Adds Another Commitment for 2010-2011
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Sue Stimmel, head coach of the Ohio State women's lacrosse team, announced the addition of Makenna Borg to the incoming class of student-athletes for the 2010-2011 campaign. Borg, a native of Eden Prairie, Minn., becomes the second lacrosse Buckeye to hail from the Gopher State, joining current freshman Rachel Blue.
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Sue Stimmel, head coach of the Ohio State women's lacrosse team, announced the addition of Makenna Borg to the incoming class of student-athletes for the 2010-2011 campaign. Borg, a native of Eden Prairie, Minn., becomes the second lacrosse Buckeye to hail from the Gopher State, joining current freshman Rachel Blue.
Third Lacrosse Day of Champions Set at Manhasset
The Indians Rock Community Foundation is preparing for its third annual Lacrosse Day of Champions to be held at Manhasset High School. This year the Day of Champions will feature two events spread out over four separate days, three in March and one in May.
The Indians Rock Community Foundation is preparing for its third annual Lacrosse Day of Champions to be held at Manhasset High School. This year the Day of Champions will feature two events spread out over four separate days, three in March and one in May.
Evanfest Lacrosse Festival Features Big Match-up
The Evanfest Lacrosse Festival, a youth boys' tournament that benefits families that have a child with a life-threatening disease, will add a high-profile high school matchup this year. The fourth annual event, which will be held on April 10 at Malvern Prep, will culminate with a much-anticipated contest between two Philly powers.
The Evanfest Lacrosse Festival, a youth boys' tournament that benefits families that have a child with a life-threatening disease, will add a high-profile high school matchup this year. The fourth annual event, which will be held on April 10 at Malvern Prep, will culminate with a much-anticipated contest between two Philly powers.
Women's Lacrosse: CAA Announces Silver Anniversary Lacrosse Team
RICHMOND, Va. (January 18, 2010) The Colonial Athletic Association has announced its women's lacrosse Silver Anniversary team. All 25 players on the prestigious squad were All-America selections and 10 earned CAA Player of the Year honors. As part of its 25th Anniversary celebration in 2009-10, the CAA is recognizing Silver Anniversary teams in 21 championship sports. The teams were selected by a panel of current and former coaches in the conference.
RICHMOND, Va. (January 18, 2010) The Colonial Athletic Association has announced its women's lacrosse Silver Anniversary team. All 25 players on the prestigious squad were All-America selections and 10 earned CAA Player of the Year honors. As part of its 25th Anniversary celebration in 2009-10, the CAA is recognizing Silver Anniversary teams in 21 championship sports. The teams were selected by a panel of current and former coaches in the conference.
Men's Lacrosse: HEADstrong Foundation Announces 1st Rivalry Games
Ridley, PA -- The HEADstrong Foundation, a charity dedicated to raising funds and awareness for blood cancer research, announced today it will sponsor the First Annual HEADstrong Rivalry Games, an invitational featuring five Philadelphia-area boys' conference games and a major Division III showdown.
Ridley, PA -- The HEADstrong Foundation, a charity dedicated to raising funds and awareness for blood cancer research, announced today it will sponsor the First Annual HEADstrong Rivalry Games, an invitational featuring five Philadelphia-area boys' conference games and a major Division III showdown.
Men's Lacrosse: Marywood Names Drescher, Roerden Captains for 2010
Jimmy Drescher and William Roerden have been named team captains for Marywood University's men's lacrosse team's upcoming season, according to an announcement made today by head coach Mic Grant. The duo will look to lead the Pacers to their third straight Colonial States Athletic Conference playoff and second-consecutive CSAC Finals appearance.
Jimmy Drescher and William Roerden have been named team captains for Marywood University's men's lacrosse team's upcoming season, according to an announcement made today by head coach Mic Grant. The duo will look to lead the Pacers to their third straight Colonial States Athletic Conference playoff and second-consecutive CSAC Finals appearance.
Former Villanova Captain in Critical Condition After Shooting
The best friend of 23-year-old Eddie DiDonato, who was shot six times during an altercation in the Old City section of Philadelphia early Sunday morning, said the former Villanova men's lacrosse captain and scholastic All-American from La Salle College High School remains in critical condition but is coherent and squeezing the hands of family and friends.
The best friend of 23-year-old Eddie DiDonato, who was shot six times during an altercation in the Old City section of Philadelphia early Sunday morning, said the former Villanova men's lacrosse captain and scholastic All-American from La Salle College High School remains in critical condition but is coherent and squeezing the hands of family and friends.
National Lacrosse League: After 0-2 Start, Colorado Mammoth Make Coaching Change
The Colorado Mammoth announced today that Steve Govett has assumed the head coaching reigns of the team. Already president and general manager, Govett now takes to the bench for the first time in his career.
The Colorado Mammoth announced today that Steve Govett has assumed the head coaching reigns of the team. Already president and general manager, Govett now takes to the bench for the first time in his career.
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