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Men's Lacrosse: NY Times: Lacrosse Grows, But Diversity Remains Unchanged
As the popularity and the visibility of lacrosse increase, the diversity in the sport lags behind. Just 1.9 percent of Division I men's lacrosse players are black, according to the most recent NCAA study.
As the popularity and the visibility of lacrosse increase, the diversity in the sport lags behind. Just 1.9 percent of Division I men's lacrosse players are black, according to the most recent NCAA study.
Men's Lacrosse: Photos and Recap: Div. I/II North-South Senior All-Star Game
The South beat the North 16-10 in the 72nd Annual USILA/LaxWorld Division I-II Senior North-South All-Star Game Friday on the campus of Cabrini College. An up-and-down tempo saw seven different players from the South post double-digit points.
The South beat the North 16-10 in the 72nd Annual USILA/LaxWorld Division I-II Senior North-South All-Star Game Friday on the campus of Cabrini College. An up-and-down tempo saw seven different players from the South post double-digit points.
Women's Lacrosse: Maryland Escapes in Thriller vs. Syracuse to Advance to Finals
VILLANOVA, Pa. – Kelly McPartland scored three second half goals to lead top-seeded Maryland to its 17th title game with an 11-10 victory against Syracuse in the semifinals of the 2013 NCAA Women's Lacrosse Championship Friday.
VILLANOVA, Pa. – Kelly McPartland scored three second half goals to lead top-seeded Maryland to its 17th title game with an 11-10 victory against Syracuse in the semifinals of the 2013 NCAA Women's Lacrosse Championship Friday.
Women's Lacrosse: UNC Knocks off Defending Champ Northwestern in Semifinals
Villanova, Pa. - Third-ranked North Carolina advanced to the Division I title game with a dominating performance in an 11-4 victory No. 2 and two-time defending champion Northwestern on Friday evening at Villanova University.
Villanova, Pa. - Third-ranked North Carolina advanced to the Division I title game with a dominating performance in an 11-4 victory No. 2 and two-time defending champion Northwestern on Friday evening at Villanova University.
Women's Lacrosse: Denham Resigns Position as Lacrosse Head Coach at Liberty
Regan Denham, the only head coach in Liberty lacrosse program's history, announced her resignation from her position earlier today. A national search for the program's second head coach will begin immediately.
Regan Denham, the only head coach in Liberty lacrosse program's history, announced her resignation from her position earlier today. A national search for the program's second head coach will begin immediately.
Men's Lacrosse: Cornell's Rob Pannell Heads USILA D1 Player Awards for 2013
Cornell's Rob Pannell received the USILA's Lt. Raymond J. Enners Award as the Outstanding Player in Division I. Princeton's Tom Schreiber took home the Lt. J.G. Donald MacLaughlin, Jr. Award as the Outstanding Midfielder, Albany's Lyle Thompson captured the Lt. Col. J.L. (Jack) Turnbull Award as Outstanding Attackman, Tucker Durkin of Johns Hopkins received the William C. Schmeisser Award as Outstanding Defensive Player, and Penn State's Austin Kaut was given the Ensign C. Markland Kelly, Jr. Award as Outstanding Goalie.
Cornell's Rob Pannell received the USILA's Lt. Raymond J. Enners Award as the Outstanding Player in Division I. Princeton's Tom Schreiber took home the Lt. J.G. Donald MacLaughlin, Jr. Award as the Outstanding Midfielder, Albany's Lyle Thompson captured the Lt. Col. J.L. (Jack) Turnbull Award as Outstanding Attackman, Tucker Durkin of Johns Hopkins received the William C. Schmeisser Award as Outstanding Defensive Player, and Penn State's Austin Kaut was given the Ensign C. Markland Kelly, Jr. Award as Outstanding Goalie.
MSG Varsity Announces Lacrosse Playoff Broadcast Schedule
BETHPAGE, NY, May 23, 2013–– MSG Varsity, Cablevision's 24/7 Emmy Award winning high school network, will capture some of the best lacrosse playoff action in the tri-state area beginning Thursday, May 23
BETHPAGE, NY, May 23, 2013–– MSG Varsity, Cablevision's 24/7 Emmy Award winning high school network, will capture some of the best lacrosse playoff action in the tri-state area beginning Thursday, May 23
NCAA Lacrosse Semifinals: A Brief Tale of the Statistical Tape
The women's NCAA semifinals take place on Friday at Villanova University, while the men's semifinals are on Saturday at Lincoln Financial Field. Below is a comparison of the teams using LaxPower data and NCAA team statistics.
The women's NCAA semifinals take place on Friday at Villanova University, while the men's semifinals are on Saturday at Lincoln Financial Field. Below is a comparison of the teams using LaxPower data and NCAA team statistics.
Biggest Team Improvements and Declines from 2012 to 2013
Changes in computer ratings and rankings were computed for teams in NCAA men's and women's Divisions I, II, and III. The teams with greatest positive change in computer ranking from 2012 to 2013 were as follows.
Changes in computer ratings and rankings were computed for teams in NCAA men's and women's Divisions I, II, and III. The teams with greatest positive change in computer ranking from 2012 to 2013 were as follows.
Conference Computer Ratings for the 2013 Lacrosse Season
Conference power ratings were calculated for each of the three men's and women's NCAA divisions. The top-ranking conferences in men's Divisions I, II, and III were the ACC, East Coast, and Centennial, respectively.
Conference power ratings were calculated for each of the three men's and women's NCAA divisions. The top-ranking conferences in men's Divisions I, II, and III were the ACC, East Coast, and Centennial, respectively.
Men's Lacrosse: MCLA Division I and II 2013 All-Americans Announced
The Men's Collegiate Lacrosse Association (MCLA) All-Americans for the 2013 season have been named.
The Men's Collegiate Lacrosse Association (MCLA) All-Americans for the 2013 season have been named.
Men's Lacrosse: Army's Buckley Winner of Senior CLASS Award for Lacrosse
Brendan Buckley (Massapequa, N.Y./Massapequa) is one of the most decorated Army lacrosse defensemen in program history and, on Friday morning, he added one of the most prestigious awards in the nation to his sparkling resume: Buckley was named the 2013 Senior CLASS Award winner in NCAA Division I lacrosse.
Brendan Buckley (Massapequa, N.Y./Massapequa) is one of the most decorated Army lacrosse defensemen in program history and, on Friday morning, he added one of the most prestigious awards in the nation to his sparkling resume: Buckley was named the 2013 Senior CLASS Award winner in NCAA Division I lacrosse.
Men's Lacrosse: Ojeda Promoted to Head Lacrosse Coach at Sonoma State
Sonoma State has announced Panchito Ojeda has been promoted to head coach and Matt Blamey to associate head coach. Sonoma State finished second in the WCLL this past year and seventh in the final Men's Collegiate Lacrosse Association Coach's Poll.
Sonoma State has announced Panchito Ojeda has been promoted to head coach and Matt Blamey to associate head coach. Sonoma State finished second in the WCLL this past year and seventh in the final Men's Collegiate Lacrosse Association Coach's Poll.
Men's Lacrosse: NJCAA Men's Lacrosse All-Americans for the 2013 Season
The NJCAA All-Americans for the 2013 season have been announced.
The NJCAA All-Americans for the 2013 season have been announced.
Men's Lacrosse: USILA Lacrosse All-Americans for Division I for 2013
The 2013 United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association (USILA) All-Americans for Division I have been announced. The USILA is an association of institutions with varsity lacrosse programs in all three NCAA divisions and was founded in 1885.
The 2013 United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association (USILA) All-Americans for Division I have been announced. The USILA is an association of institutions with varsity lacrosse programs in all three NCAA divisions and was founded in 1885.
Men's Lacrosse: Rosters for the Division I/II USILA North-South Game on 5/24
The rosters have been announced for the Division I/II USILA/LaxWorld North-South Game. The event is being played at Edith Robb Dixon Field on the campus of Cabrini College in Radnor, Pa. on Friday, May 24 at 5:30 p.m.
The rosters have been announced for the Division I/II USILA/LaxWorld North-South Game. The event is being played at Edith Robb Dixon Field on the campus of Cabrini College in Radnor, Pa. on Friday, May 24 at 5:30 p.m.
Women's Lacrosse: DeLorenzo Named New Lacrosse Head Coach at Purchase
Francesca DeLorenzo is returning to her roots and taking the sideline, but this time in Panther gear. DeLorenzo has been named the new head women's lacrosse coach at Purchase College, Chris Bisignano, Director of Athletics, announced today.
Francesca DeLorenzo is returning to her roots and taking the sideline, but this time in Panther gear. DeLorenzo has been named the new head women's lacrosse coach at Purchase College, Chris Bisignano, Director of Athletics, announced today.
Women's Lacrosse: Brooke Ireland Resigns as William & Mary Head Lacrosse Coach
The William and Mary athletics department announced the resignation of head lacrosse coach Brooke Ireland this afternoon, May 22.
The William and Mary athletics department announced the resignation of head lacrosse coach Brooke Ireland this afternoon, May 22.
Men's Lacrosse: Lunney, Palladino Top the USILA's 2013 Division II, III Awards
Merrimack senior Corey Lunney and Dickinson senior Brandon Palladino received the USILA's Outstanding Player of the Year awards for the 2013 season.
Merrimack senior Corey Lunney and Dickinson senior Brandon Palladino received the USILA's Outstanding Player of the Year awards for the 2013 season.
2013 Inductees Named for the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame
BALTIMORE, May 22, 2013 - The 2013 induction class for the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame has been approved by the US Lacrosse Board of Directors. This year's eight-person class will be officially inducted in a ceremony on Saturday, October 26, at The Grand Lodge in Hunt Valley, Md.
BALTIMORE, May 22, 2013 - The 2013 induction class for the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame has been approved by the US Lacrosse Board of Directors. This year's eight-person class will be officially inducted in a ceremony on Saturday, October 26, at The Grand Lodge in Hunt Valley, Md.
Men's Lacrosse: Men's Lacrosse Returns to the NEWMAC After Nine-Year Hiatus
BABSON PARK, Mass. – For the first time since 2004, men's lacrosse will return to the New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference (NEWMAC), as the conference will begin sponsoring the sport for the 2014 season.
BABSON PARK, Mass. – For the first time since 2004, men's lacrosse will return to the New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference (NEWMAC), as the conference will begin sponsoring the sport for the 2014 season.
Men's Lacrosse: Westminster Adds Seven Recruits for the 2014 Season
SALT LAKE CITY – Fresh off a runner-up finish at the 2013 MCLA Division II National Championships, Westminster College announced its signing class for the 2014 season on Wednesday.
SALT LAKE CITY – Fresh off a runner-up finish at the 2013 MCLA Division II National Championships, Westminster College announced its signing class for the 2014 season on Wednesday.
Men's Lacrosse: Post University Announces Inaugural Lacrosse Recruiting Class
WATERBURY, Conn. – Post University men's lacrosse head coach Jim Griffin announced a class of 28 student-athletes for the program's inaugural season in 2014. The class consists of signees from seven states, including New York, New Jersey, and California.
WATERBURY, Conn. – Post University men's lacrosse head coach Jim Griffin announced a class of 28 student-athletes for the program's inaugural season in 2014. The class consists of signees from seven states, including New York, New Jersey, and California.
Rosters for 2013 Under Armour All-America Lacrosse Classic
Baltimore, MD - Under Armour and Corrigan Sports Enterprises announced today the rosters for the 2013 Under Armour All-America Lacrosse Classic.
Baltimore, MD - Under Armour and Corrigan Sports Enterprises announced today the rosters for the 2013 Under Armour All-America Lacrosse Classic.
Men's Lacrosse: USILA Lacrosse All-Americans for Division III for 2013
The 2013 United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association (USILA) All-Americans for Division III have been announced. The USILA is an association of institutions with varsity lacrosse programs in all three NCAA divisions and was founded in 1885.
The 2013 United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association (USILA) All-Americans for Division III have been announced. The USILA is an association of institutions with varsity lacrosse programs in all three NCAA divisions and was founded in 1885.
Women's Lacrosse: D1 Rosters for the IWLCA/Under Armour North-South Game
The 2013 Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches Association/Under Armour North-South All-Star Game will be played on Sunday, May 26. The event will be held on the campus of Cabrini College in Radnor, Pa.
The 2013 Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches Association/Under Armour North-South All-Star Game will be played on Sunday, May 26. The event will be held on the campus of Cabrini College in Radnor, Pa.
Women's Lacrosse: Division II and III Rosters for the IWLCA North-South Game
The IWLCA has honored senior student-athletes with selection to one of the 2013 North-South rosters. The 2013 event will take place at Cabrini College in Radnor, Pa. on Sunday, May 26.
The IWLCA has honored senior student-athletes with selection to one of the 2013 North-South rosters. The 2013 event will take place at Cabrini College in Radnor, Pa. on Sunday, May 26.
Men's Lacrosse: Rosters Announced for the Division III North-South Game
Rosters have been announced for the USILA Division III North-South game, which will be played at Edith Robb Dixon Field on the campus of Cabrini College in Radnor, Pa., on Friday, May 24 at 3:00 p.m.
Rosters have been announced for the USILA Division III North-South game, which will be played at Edith Robb Dixon Field on the campus of Cabrini College in Radnor, Pa., on Friday, May 24 at 3:00 p.m.
Men's Lacrosse: Kevin Kelley Named Head Coach of New D2 Rockhurst Program
Kevin Kelley has been selected as the new men's lacrosse coach at Rockhurst University. Men's lacrosse will begin its first year as an intercollegiate program at Rockhurst in 2013-2014.
Kevin Kelley has been selected as the new men's lacrosse coach at Rockhurst University. Men's lacrosse will begin its first year as an intercollegiate program at Rockhurst in 2013-2014.
LaxPower Boys' and Girls' Lacrosse National Top 50 - May 21st
LaxPower's top 50 high school boys' and girls' lacrosse teams as of May 21st can be found below. Ward Melville (NY) at 16-0 takes over the top position in the boys' ratings, while IAAM-A champion McDonogh School (MD) at 22-0 once again heads the girls' rankings.
LaxPower's top 50 high school boys' and girls' lacrosse teams as of May 21st can be found below. Ward Melville (NY) at 16-0 takes over the top position in the boys' ratings, while IAAM-A champion McDonogh School (MD) at 22-0 once again heads the girls' rankings.
Women's Lacrosse: Wallace Promoted to Head Coach at American, Signs Extension
American University has announced a three-year contract extension for head lacrosse coach Emma Wallace, which runs through the 2016 season. Wallace had served as interim head coach for the 2013 season.
American University has announced a three-year contract extension for head lacrosse coach Emma Wallace, which runs through the 2016 season. Wallace had served as interim head coach for the 2013 season.
Women's Lacrosse: Sierra Nevada Adds WCLA Lacrosse for 2014, Hires Coach
Sierra Nevada College has announced the start of women's and men's lacrosse programs for the 2013-2014 season. They have hired Nora Fallon-Oben as head coach of the women's program.
Sierra Nevada College has announced the start of women's and men's lacrosse programs for the 2013-2014 season. They have hired Nora Fallon-Oben as head coach of the women's program.
Men's Lacrosse: USILA Lacrosse All-Americans for Division II for 2013
The 2013 United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association (USILA) All-Americans for Division II have been announced. The USILA is an association of institutions with varsity lacrosse programs in all three NCAA divisions and was founded in 1885.
The 2013 United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association (USILA) All-Americans for Division II have been announced. The USILA is an association of institutions with varsity lacrosse programs in all three NCAA divisions and was founded in 1885.
Boys' Top/Intersectional: 5/13-5/19 Scores, 5/20-5/26 Games
Here are some of the top high school boys' lacrosse games around the country as well as intersectional match-ups that might be of interest. The first two lists have the results for last week, and the second pair show the games on tap for this week.
Here are some of the top high school boys' lacrosse games around the country as well as intersectional match-ups that might be of interest. The first two lists have the results for last week, and the second pair show the games on tap for this week.
NCAA Tournament Brackets - Update with Results for May 19
Updated brackets are available on our NCAA Tournament page. The brackets for Men's Divisions I and III and Women's Divisions I (final four game times added), II, and III now reflect the results of today's tournament games except for the MD3 semifinal tonight between Stevenson and Salisbury, which will be added later.
Updated brackets are available on our NCAA Tournament page. The brackets for Men's Divisions I and III and Women's Divisions I (final four game times added), II, and III now reflect the results of today's tournament games except for the MD3 semifinal tonight between Stevenson and Salisbury, which will be added later.
Women's Lacrosse: No. 1 LIU Post Tops No. 2 Limestone to Repeat as D2 Champion
OWINGS MILLS, Md. – Facing a team that has won three titles coming in, including last season, No. 2 Limestone (20-2, 7-0 CC) battled back and held a second half lead before succumbing to No. 1 LIU Post (20-0, 7-0 ECC) in the 2013 NCAA Division II Women's Lacrosse National Championship game on Sunday, May 19 at Mustang Stadium.
OWINGS MILLS, Md. – Facing a team that has won three titles coming in, including last season, No. 2 Limestone (20-2, 7-0 CC) battled back and held a second half lead before succumbing to No. 1 LIU Post (20-0, 7-0 ECC) in the 2013 NCAA Division II Women's Lacrosse National Championship game on Sunday, May 19 at Mustang Stadium.
Men's Lacrosse: Denver Uses 5-1 Q4 to Edge #1 North Carolina in Quarterfinals
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Junior goalie Jamie Faus (Lakeville, Conn.) made 11 saves and allowed just five goals in 50:23 to jump-start fourth-seeded Denver's largest come-from-behind victory under head coach Bill Tierney, a 12-11 win over fifth-seeded North Carolina in the NCAA Quarterfinals.
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Junior goalie Jamie Faus (Lakeville, Conn.) made 11 saves and allowed just five goals in 50:23 to jump-start fourth-seeded Denver's largest come-from-behind victory under head coach Bill Tierney, a 12-11 win over fifth-seeded North Carolina in the NCAA Quarterfinals.
Men's Lacrosse: Duke Scores Final Three to Advance by Irish to Final Four
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Senior captain David Lawson tallied a career-high five goals to lead Duke to a thrilling 12-11 comeback victory over No. 2 seed Notre Dame in front of 7,749 fans at the NCAA Men's Lacrosse Quarterfinal at Lucas Oil Stadium.
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Senior captain David Lawson tallied a career-high five goals to lead Duke to a thrilling 12-11 comeback victory over No. 2 seed Notre Dame in front of 7,749 fans at the NCAA Men's Lacrosse Quarterfinal at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Men's Lacrosse: CSU's Fisher, St. John's Johnson Win MCLA Godekeraw Awards
Austin Fisher of Colorado State and Steve Johnson of St. John's were named as the recipients of the Godekeraw Award as the top player in their respective divisions of the Men's Collegiate Lacrosse Association (MCLA).
Austin Fisher of Colorado State and Steve Johnson of St. John's were named as the recipients of the Godekeraw Award as the top player in their respective divisions of the Men's Collegiate Lacrosse Association (MCLA).
Men's Lacrosse: No. 3 RIT Survives Rally by No. 1 Cortland, Wins in Overtime
CORTLAND, N.Y. – Sophomore Allister Warren (Toronto, ON/Malvern) scored two minutes, five seconds into overtime as third-ranked RIT advanced to its first-ever NCAA Div. III national title game with a 10-9 win versus top-ranked Cortland Sunday afternoon at the Stadium Complex.
CORTLAND, N.Y. – Sophomore Allister Warren (Toronto, ON/Malvern) scored two minutes, five seconds into overtime as third-ranked RIT advanced to its first-ever NCAA Div. III national title game with a 10-9 win versus top-ranked Cortland Sunday afternoon at the Stadium Complex.
Men's Lacrosse: No. 4 Stevenson Dominates in Semifinal Win over Salisbury
OWINGS MILLS, Md. – No. 12 Salisbury's title defense came to an end on Sunday night at Mustang Stadium, as the Sea Gulls fell to No. 4 Stevenson University, 12-6, in an NCAA Division III semifinal game.
OWINGS MILLS, Md. – No. 12 Salisbury's title defense came to an end on Sunday night at Mustang Stadium, as the Sea Gulls fell to No. 4 Stevenson University, 12-6, in an NCAA Division III semifinal game.
Women's Lacrosse: Salisbury Knocks off Defending Champ Trinity to Win D3 Crown
OWINGS MILLS, Md. – No. 2 Salisbury toppled the No. 1 team in the nation, Trinity (Conn.), 12-5, in the NCAA Division III National Championship game on Sunday afternoon. The win avenged the Sea Gulls' loss to the Bantams in the 2012 title game, the only other meeting between the two programs.
OWINGS MILLS, Md. – No. 2 Salisbury toppled the No. 1 team in the nation, Trinity (Conn.), 12-5, in the NCAA Division III National Championship game on Sunday afternoon. The win avenged the Sea Gulls' loss to the Bantams in the 2012 title game, the only other meeting between the two programs.
3d Rising - Player Evaluations from 3d Lacrosse, 5/19
LaxPower will carrying periodic player reports from 3d Lacrosse. Field staff attend high school games around the country and provide player evaluations and ratings. This report covers players on three high school teams in Texas (St. Mark's School, Highland Park, and Episcopal School of Dallas) as well as Garden City (NY) and La Salle College High School (PA), which met earlier this season.
LaxPower will carrying periodic player reports from 3d Lacrosse. Field staff attend high school games around the country and provide player evaluations and ratings. This report covers players on three high school teams in Texas (St. Mark's School, Highland Park, and Episcopal School of Dallas) as well as Garden City (NY) and La Salle College High School (PA), which met earlier this season.
Men's Lacrosse: Colorado State Beats Buffs to Repeat as MCLA Div. 1 Champion
Greenville, SC – The Colorado State University Rams travelled over 1,500 miles to play a team just 55 miles down the road, and on the backs of yet another record-setting defensive performance, they completed their drive for perfection last Saturday night at Sirrine Stadium in Greenville, SC.
Greenville, SC – The Colorado State University Rams travelled over 1,500 miles to play a team just 55 miles down the road, and on the backs of yet another record-setting defensive performance, they completed their drive for perfection last Saturday night at Sirrine Stadium in Greenville, SC.
Men's Lacrosse: #1 St. Thomas Edges #2 Westminster to Claim MCLA D2 Crown
GREENVILLE, S.C. – Westminster College saw its quest for the second national title in school history fall a little short as they dropped a 9-7 decision to St. Thomas (Minn.) on Saturday afternoon in the MCLA Division II Championship Game at Sirrine Stadium.
GREENVILLE, S.C. – Westminster College saw its quest for the second national title in school history fall a little short as they dropped a 9-7 decision to St. Thomas (Minn.) on Saturday afternoon in the MCLA Division II Championship Game at Sirrine Stadium.
Men's Lacrosse: No. 2 Syracuse Rallies Late, Edges No. 11 Yale on Goal at 0:13
COLLEGE PARK, Md. – Top seed Syracuse (15-3) scored three goals in the final 3 min. and 4 sec. to rally for a 7-6 NCAA quarterfinal victory against Yale (12-5) at Maryland's Byrd Stadium on Saturday, May 18.
COLLEGE PARK, Md. – Top seed Syracuse (15-3) scored three goals in the final 3 min. and 4 sec. to rally for a 7-6 NCAA quarterfinal victory against Yale (12-5) at Maryland's Byrd Stadium on Saturday, May 18.
Men's Lacrosse: Photos: Top Seed Syracuse Survives Yale with 4th Quarter Rally
College Park, Md. – No. 2 Syracuse bolted to a 4-0 lead in the first quarter, but No. 11 Yale held the Orange scoreless for 43 minutes while scoring six goals of their own. The Syracuse offense finally awakened. The deficit was erased in less than a minute in the final period, and then Dylan Donahue netted the game winner with just 13 seconds remaining to give Syracuse a 7-6 victory in the Saturday afternoon quarterfinals.
College Park, Md. – No. 2 Syracuse bolted to a 4-0 lead in the first quarter, but No. 11 Yale held the Orange scoreless for 43 minutes while scoring six goals of their own. The Syracuse offense finally awakened. The deficit was erased in less than a minute in the final period, and then Dylan Donahue netted the game winner with just 13 seconds remaining to give Syracuse a 7-6 victory in the Saturday afternoon quarterfinals.
Men's Lacrosse: No. 8 Cornell Dominates No. 3 Ohio State, Heads to Final Four
COLLEGE PARK, Md. – No. 8 Cornell dominated in every facet of the game and advanced to the program's fourth NCAA Final Four in the last eight years with a 16-6 victory over No. 3 Ohio State on Saturday afternoon at Maryland's Byrd Stadium. The Big Red improved to 14-3, while OSU's season ends at 13-4.
COLLEGE PARK, Md. – No. 8 Cornell dominated in every facet of the game and advanced to the program's fourth NCAA Final Four in the last eight years with a 16-6 victory over No. 3 Ohio State on Saturday afternoon at Maryland's Byrd Stadium. The Big Red improved to 14-3, while OSU's season ends at 13-4.
Men's Lacrosse: Photos: Unseeded Cornell Bashes the Buckeyes in Quarterfinals
College Park, Md. – Cornell may have been unseeded in the tournament, but the No. 8 Big Red dominated third-seeded/ranked Ohio State, earning a 16-6 victory in the NCAA quarterfinals on Saturday at Maryland's Byrd Stadium. Steve Mock scored seven goals and Rob Pannell had two goals and six assists to lead the Cornell offense.
College Park, Md. – Cornell may have been unseeded in the tournament, but the No. 8 Big Red dominated third-seeded/ranked Ohio State, earning a 16-6 victory in the NCAA quarterfinals on Saturday at Maryland's Byrd Stadium. Steve Mock scored seven goals and Rob Pannell had two goals and six assists to lead the Cornell offense.
Men's Lacrosse: No. 1 Mercyhurst Rallies Late, Nips No. 2 Limestone in Overtime
ERIE, Pa.- For the second time in three years, Mercyhurst will play for the NCAA Championship. The tale of how the Lakers advanced to the title game will echo throughout Tullio Field for years to come. Deven Alves scored with 2:56 left in overtime, giving #1 Mercyhurst an 18-17 win over #2 Limestone in a classic semifinal game on Saturday afternoon.
ERIE, Pa.- For the second time in three years, Mercyhurst will play for the NCAA Championship. The tale of how the Lakers advanced to the title game will echo throughout Tullio Field for years to come. Deven Alves scored with 2:56 left in overtime, giving #1 Mercyhurst an 18-17 win over #2 Limestone in a classic semifinal game on Saturday afternoon.
Men's Lacrosse: No. 3 Le Moyne Finishes Strong to Down Adelphi in Semifinals
Garden City, N.Y. - Top-seeded Adelphi hosted #3 LeMoyne on Saturday, May 18 in the NCAA Division II semifinals at Motamed Field. The Panthers trailed 13-12 with 5:19 left in the game, but the Dolphins scored three of the last four goals to secure the 16-13 win.
Garden City, N.Y. - Top-seeded Adelphi hosted #3 LeMoyne on Saturday, May 18 in the NCAA Division II semifinals at Motamed Field. The Panthers trailed 13-12 with 5:19 left in the game, but the Dolphins scored three of the last four goals to secure the 16-13 win.
Women's Lacrosse: No. 1 Maryland Downs No. 8 Duke in the NCAA Quarterfinals
COLLEGE PARK, Md. – Senior Tewaaraton finalist Alex Aust led top-seeded Maryland to a 14-9 victory over Duke in the quarterfinals of the 2013 NCAA Women's Lacrosse Championship Saturday.
COLLEGE PARK, Md. – Senior Tewaaraton finalist Alex Aust led top-seeded Maryland to a 14-9 victory over Duke in the quarterfinals of the 2013 NCAA Women's Lacrosse Championship Saturday.
Women's Lacrosse: No. 2 'Cats Pound Penn State and Punch Ticket to Philadelphia
EVANSTON, Ill. -- By working its way to a 5-0 lead and holding its opponent without a shot for the first 17 minutes of the game, No. 2 Northwestern set the tone for what turned into a convincing 15-7 win over No. 7 Penn State in the NCAA quarterfinals in front of over 1,100 fans Saturday night.
EVANSTON, Ill. -- By working its way to a 5-0 lead and holding its opponent without a shot for the first 17 minutes of the game, No. 2 Northwestern set the tone for what turned into a convincing 15-7 win over No. 7 Penn State in the NCAA quarterfinals in front of over 1,100 fans Saturday night.
Women's Lacrosse: Third-Ranked UNC Defeats No. 12 UVa to Move to Semifinals
CHAPEL HILL – Third-seeded North Carolina scored three times in the first minute of the game, pouncing on unseeded Virginia and winning, 13-9, in the NCAA Tournament quarterfinals on Saturday afternoon at Fetzer Field. With the victory, Carolina (16-3) advances to the NCAA semifinals for the fourth time in the last five seasons.
CHAPEL HILL – Third-seeded North Carolina scored three times in the first minute of the game, pouncing on unseeded Virginia and winning, 13-9, in the NCAA Tournament quarterfinals on Saturday afternoon at Fetzer Field. With the victory, Carolina (16-3) advances to the NCAA semifinals for the fourth time in the last five seasons.
Women's Lacrosse: No. 5 Syracuse Picks up Quarterfinal Victory over No. 4 Florida
SYRACUSE, N.Y. – Syracuse punched its ticket to the NCAA Women's Lacrosse Final Four with a 13-9 victory against Florida on Saturday, May 18 in the Carrier Dome.
SYRACUSE, N.Y. – Syracuse punched its ticket to the NCAA Women's Lacrosse Final Four with a 13-9 victory against Florida on Saturday, May 18 in the Carrier Dome.
Women's Lacrosse: No. 2 Limestone Wins 2OT Battle with No. 3 Rollins to Advance
OWINGS MILLS, Md. – Trailing by two with just over two minutes to play in regulation, No. 2 Limestone (20-1, 7-0 CC) rallied to force overtime and scored on an empty net in sudden victory to earn an 11-10 double overtime victory over No. 3 Rollins to advance to the NCAA Division II championship game.
OWINGS MILLS, Md. – Trailing by two with just over two minutes to play in regulation, No. 2 Limestone (20-1, 7-0 CC) rallied to force overtime and scored on an empty net in sudden victory to earn an 11-10 double overtime victory over No. 3 Rollins to advance to the NCAA Division II championship game.
Women's Lacrosse: Top-Ranked Trinity Scores Final Three to Edge No. 4 Cortland
Owings Mills, Md. - Trinity scored the game's final three goals to turn a 6-5 second-half deficit into an 8-6 win over Cortland in the NCAA Division III semifinals this afternoon at Stevenson University's Mustang Stadium.
Owings Mills, Md. - Trinity scored the game's final three goals to turn a 6-5 second-half deficit into an 8-6 win over Cortland in the NCAA Division III semifinals this afternoon at Stevenson University's Mustang Stadium.
Women's Lacrosse: No. 2 Salisbury Nips No. 3 Middlebury to Advance to Title Game
OWINGS MILLS, Md. – No. 2 Salisbury overcame its first second-half deficit of the season, scoring with just over eight minutes to play, breaking a 7-7 tie, to collect an 8-7 victory over No. 3 Middlebury College in the NCAA Division III semifinals.
OWINGS MILLS, Md. – No. 2 Salisbury overcame its first second-half deficit of the season, scoring with just over eight minutes to play, breaking a 7-7 tie, to collect an 8-7 victory over No. 3 Middlebury College in the NCAA Division III semifinals.
Men's Lacrosse: Johns Hopkins to Seek Conference Affiliation for Men's Lacrosse
In a letter to the Johns Hopkins community on Friday, May 17, President Ronald J. Daniels announced that he has accepted the recommendation of a special committee that the Blue Jay men's lacrosse program seek conference affiliation.
In a letter to the Johns Hopkins community on Friday, May 17, President Ronald J. Daniels announced that he has accepted the recommendation of a special committee that the Blue Jay men's lacrosse program seek conference affiliation.
Cornell College (IA) Adding Men's, Women's Div. III Lacrosse
MOUNT VERNON – Cornell College will field men's and women's lacrosse teams starting with the 2014-15 academic year.
MOUNT VERNON – Cornell College will field men's and women's lacrosse teams starting with the 2014-15 academic year.
Men's Lacrosse: Semifinal Results from the MCLA National Championships
The 2013 MCLA National Championships for Divisions I and II and taking place on May 13-18, 2013 in Greenville, South Carolina. Below are the results of Thursday's semifinal games along with the match-ups for the championships that will take place on Saturday, May 18.
The 2013 MCLA National Championships for Divisions I and II and taking place on May 13-18, 2013 in Greenville, South Carolina. Below are the results of Thursday's semifinal games along with the match-ups for the championships that will take place on Saturday, May 18.
MSG Varsity to Air Delbarton School vs. Chaminade on Saturday
BETHPAGE, NY, May 15, 2013 –– MSG Varsity, Cablevision's 24/7 Emmy Award winning high school network, will capture live action of two of the top boys' lacrosse teams in the tri-state area. No. 2 Delbarton School (New Jersey) and No. 3 Chaminade High School (Long Island) face-off on Saturday, May 18 at 3:00 p.m. on MSG Varsity, Optimum TV Channel 14.
BETHPAGE, NY, May 15, 2013 –– MSG Varsity, Cablevision's 24/7 Emmy Award winning high school network, will capture live action of two of the top boys' lacrosse teams in the tri-state area. No. 2 Delbarton School (New Jersey) and No. 3 Chaminade High School (Long Island) face-off on Saturday, May 18 at 3:00 p.m. on MSG Varsity, Optimum TV Channel 14.
Men's Lacrosse: Wabash College (Ind.) Adds Division III Varsity Lacrosse
CRAWFORDSVILLE, IN - Wabash College President Patrick E. White announced the addition of men's lacrosse as a varsity sport at the institution, beginning competition in the spring 2015. A search for a varsity head coach will begin immediately.
CRAWFORDSVILLE, IN - Wabash College President Patrick E. White announced the addition of men's lacrosse as a varsity sport at the institution, beginning competition in the spring 2015. A search for a varsity head coach will begin immediately.
Men's Lacrosse: MCLA Names 2013 Post-Season Player of the Year Finalists
BALTIMORE, MD — In conjunction with the Men's Collegiate Lacrosse Association (MCLA), US Lacrosse announced the eight finalists for the Division I and Division II 2013 Godekeraw Award.
BALTIMORE, MD — In conjunction with the Men's Collegiate Lacrosse Association (MCLA), US Lacrosse announced the eight finalists for the Division I and Division II 2013 Godekeraw Award.
Men's Lacrosse: Top-Ranked Cortland Advances by WNEU to NCAA Semifinals
CORTLAND, N.Y. – Top-ranked Cortland outscored Western New England 7-2 in the second half to earn a 12-7 victory in the NCAA Div. III Quarterfinals Wednesday night at the Stadium Complex.
CORTLAND, N.Y. – Top-ranked Cortland outscored Western New England 7-2 in the second half to earn a 12-7 victory in the NCAA Div. III Quarterfinals Wednesday night at the Stadium Complex.
Men's Lacrosse: No. 2 Dickinson Handed First Loss, Upended by No. 12 Salisbury
(Carlisle, Pa.) – No. 2 Dickinson saw its dream season come to an end, as #12 Salisbury upset the Red Devils with a 9-11 decision on Wednesday afternoon.
(Carlisle, Pa.) – No. 2 Dickinson saw its dream season come to an end, as #12 Salisbury upset the Red Devils with a 9-11 decision on Wednesday afternoon.
Men's Lacrosse: No. 3 RIT Routs No. 6 Tufts in NCAA Quarterfinals to Advance
ROCHESTER, NY – RIT (18-2) advanced to the semifinals of the NCAA Division III championship with a 14-5 win over Tufts (16-5) in the quarterfinals on Wednesday afternoon.
ROCHESTER, NY – RIT (18-2) advanced to the semifinals of the NCAA Division III championship with a 14-5 win over Tufts (16-5) in the quarterfinals on Wednesday afternoon.
Men's Lacrosse: Fourth-Ranked Stevenson Tops Lynchburg to Reach Semifinals
OWINGS MILLS, Md. - For the fourth time in the last five years, Stevenson has advanced to the semifinals of the NCAA Division III Men's Lacrosse Championship. The fourth-ranked Mustangs got four points from Peter Green en route to a 13-7 victory over No. 13 Lynchburg Wednesday night.
OWINGS MILLS, Md. - For the fourth time in the last five years, Stevenson has advanced to the semifinals of the NCAA Division III Men's Lacrosse Championship. The fourth-ranked Mustangs got four points from Peter Green en route to a 13-7 victory over No. 13 Lynchburg Wednesday night.
Women's Lacrosse: IWLCA All-American Honorees Named for Division I
The Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches Association has honored 48 student-athletes in Division I with a selection on the All-America teams for 2013.
The Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches Association has honored 48 student-athletes in Division I with a selection on the All-America teams for 2013.
Men's Lacrosse: Quarterfinal Results from the MCLA National Championships
The 2013 MCLA National Championships for Divisions I and II and taking place on May 13-18, 2013 in Greenville, South Carolina. Below are the results of Tuesday's quarterfinal games along with the match-ups for the semifinals that will take place on Thursday, May 16.
The 2013 MCLA National Championships for Divisions I and II and taking place on May 13-18, 2013 in Greenville, South Carolina. Below are the results of Tuesday's quarterfinal games along with the match-ups for the semifinals that will take place on Thursday, May 16.
Men's Lacrosse: Onondaga Wins 5th Consecutive NJCAA National Championship
Onondaga defeated Nassau, 15-11, on Sunday to win its fifth consecutive NJCAA national championship and seventh in the last eight years. The victory was also Onondaga's 70th win in a row, setting a new record for consecutive wins at any level of college lacrosse.
Onondaga defeated Nassau, 15-11, on Sunday to win its fifth consecutive NJCAA national championship and seventh in the last eight years. The victory was also Onondaga's 70th win in a row, setting a new record for consecutive wins at any level of college lacrosse.
LaxPower Boys' and Girls' Lacrosse National Top 50 - May 14th
LaxPower's top 50 high school boys' and girls' lacrosse teams as of May 14th can be found below. Boys' Latin (MD) at 18-0 and IAAM-A champion McDonogh School (MD) at 22-0 once again head the boys' and girls' rankings.
LaxPower's top 50 high school boys' and girls' lacrosse teams as of May 14th can be found below. Boys' Latin (MD) at 18-0 and IAAM-A champion McDonogh School (MD) at 22-0 once again head the boys' and girls' rankings.
Women's Lacrosse: Elon Announces Its Inaugural Women's Lacrosse Roster
ELON, N.C. – Elon women's lacrosse head coach Josh Hexter has announced the roster for the program's inaugural season in 2014. The 26-person team will be made up of 22 freshmen, two sophomores, and two seniors.
ELON, N.C. – Elon women's lacrosse head coach Josh Hexter has announced the roster for the program's inaugural season in 2014. The 26-person team will be made up of 22 freshmen, two sophomores, and two seniors.
Men's Lacrosse: Rutgers University Reinstates Head Coach Brian Brecht
PISCATAWAY, N.J. (May 14, 2013) – Rutgers University re-instated men's lacrosse coach Brian Brecht effective Tuesday, May 14 after having suspended him on April 19 with pay, following allegations of verbal abuse.
PISCATAWAY, N.J. (May 14, 2013) – Rutgers University re-instated men's lacrosse coach Brian Brecht effective Tuesday, May 14 after having suspended him on April 19 with pay, following allegations of verbal abuse.
US Lacrosse Endorses the Youth Sports Concussion Act
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 14, 2013 - US Lacrosse is among the national sports organizations publicly endorsing the Youth Sports Concussion Act, a new bill that is expected to be introduced shortly in the U.S. Senate.
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 14, 2013 - US Lacrosse is among the national sports organizations publicly endorsing the Youth Sports Concussion Act, a new bill that is expected to be introduced shortly in the U.S. Senate.
Women's Lacrosse: Niagara Lacrosse Inks Three Recruits in Spring NLI Signing
NIAGARA UNIV., N.Y. - Niagara University signed prospective student-athletes Laura Messer, Amanda Yavorek and Holly Vulpis to national letters of intent during the spring signing period, lacrosse head coach Wendy Stone announced this week.
NIAGARA UNIV., N.Y. - Niagara University signed prospective student-athletes Laura Messer, Amanda Yavorek and Holly Vulpis to national letters of intent during the spring signing period, lacrosse head coach Wendy Stone announced this week.
Men's Lacrosse: First Round Results from the MCLA National Championships
The 2013 MCLA National Championships for Divisions I and II and taking place on May 13-18, 2013 in Greenville, South Carolina. Below are the results of Monday's first-round games along with the match-ups for the quarterfinals that will take place on Tuesday, May 14.
The 2013 MCLA National Championships for Divisions I and II and taking place on May 13-18, 2013 in Greenville, South Carolina. Below are the results of Monday's first-round games along with the match-ups for the quarterfinals that will take place on Tuesday, May 14.
Boys' Top/Intersectional: 5/06-5/12 Scores, 5/13-5/19 Games
Here are some of the top high school boys' lacrosse games around the country as well as intersectional match-ups that might be of interest. The first two lists have the results for last week, and the second pair show the games on tap for this week.
Here are some of the top high school boys' lacrosse games around the country as well as intersectional match-ups that might be of interest. The first two lists have the results for last week, and the second pair show the games on tap for this week.
Coast Guard Elevating Lacrosse Teams to D3 Varsity for 2015
The U.S. Coast Guard Academy announced that it will elevate the men's and women's club lacrosse teams to varsity status, effective with the 2014-2015 academic year. The teams will compete officially for the first time as Division III intercollegiate squads playing in the NEWMAC in the spring of 2015.
The U.S. Coast Guard Academy announced that it will elevate the men's and women's club lacrosse teams to varsity status, effective with the 2014-2015 academic year. The teams will compete officially for the first time as Division III intercollegiate squads playing in the NEWMAC in the spring of 2015.
Lax Coach Mike: Fast-Fast 4v3 – Add New Twists to Pre-Game
This an awesome lacrosse drill that is not only great for lacrosse practice but can give a great twist to your pre-game routine as well. Most teams conclude their pre-game warm-up with some type of 3v2 or 4v3 drill to really get the pace moving and the team playing in a competitive format right.
This an awesome lacrosse drill that is not only great for lacrosse practice but can give a great twist to your pre-game routine as well. Most teams conclude their pre-game warm-up with some type of 3v2 or 4v3 drill to really get the pace moving and the team playing in a competitive format right.
Men's Lacrosse: Muetzel Named SELC - Division I Coach of the Year for 2013
Mike Muetzel, head coach for Auburns men's lacrosse team (and LaxPower.com coaching resource "laxcoachmike"), was recently honored by being named the SELC Division I Coach of the Year.
Mike Muetzel, head coach for Auburns men's lacrosse team (and LaxPower.com coaching resource "laxcoachmike"), was recently honored by being named the SELC Division I Coach of the Year.
Player Impact Ratings as of 5/12 for the 2013 Lacrosse Season
The latest Player Impact Ratings, based on player statistics and team results through Sunday, are now available. The current ratings for the 2013 season can be accessed at the link below. Use the Division and Position selectors to view the areas of interest to you.
The latest Player Impact Ratings, based on player statistics and team results through Sunday, are now available. The current ratings for the 2013 season can be accessed at the link below. Use the Division and Position selectors to view the areas of interest to you.
Computer Predictions: Last Week's and Final Results for 2013
How did the computer fare with this week's predictions? Surprisingly, the results turned out to be the best of 2013, a fitting way to cap off the season.
How did the computer fare with this week's predictions? Surprisingly, the results turned out to be the best of 2013, a fitting way to cap off the season.
Men's Lacrosse: Top-Seeded Syracuse Survives Early Scare from Bryant
SYRACUSE, N.Y. – The top-seeded Orange (14-3) overcame an early 4-0 deficit and defeated Northeast Conference champion Bryant (8-11) by the score of 12-7 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday, May 12 at the Carrier Dome.
SYRACUSE, N.Y. – The top-seeded Orange (14-3) overcame an early 4-0 deficit and defeated Northeast Conference champion Bryant (8-11) by the score of 12-7 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday, May 12 at the Carrier Dome.
Men's Lacrosse: Photos: Bryant's Massa Controls FOs But #2 Syracuse Advances
SYRACUSE, N.Y. – Bryant started hot, jumping to a 4-0 lead, but top-seeded Syracuse overcame the deficit and defeated the Bulldogs, 12-7, in the first round of the NCAA tournament on Sunday night at the Carrier Dome. The Orange defense held strong despite losing 22 of 23 face-offs to NEC Player of Year Kevin Massa.
SYRACUSE, N.Y. – Bryant started hot, jumping to a 4-0 lead, but top-seeded Syracuse overcame the deficit and defeated the Bulldogs, 12-7, in the first round of the NCAA tournament on Sunday night at the Carrier Dome. The Orange defense held strong despite losing 22 of 23 face-offs to NEC Player of Year Kevin Massa.
Men's Lacrosse: #4 Blue Devils Rally in 2nd Half, Edge #9 Loyola in Double OT
DURHAM, N.C. – Case Matheis scored with 1:40 remaining in the second overtime period to propel seventh-seeded Duke to a 12-11 win over reigning national champion Loyola in the first round of the 2013 NCAA tournament on Sunday afternoon at Koskinen Stadium.
DURHAM, N.C. – Case Matheis scored with 1:40 remaining in the second overtime period to propel seventh-seeded Duke to a 12-11 win over reigning national champion Loyola in the first round of the 2013 NCAA tournament on Sunday afternoon at Koskinen Stadium.
Men's Lacrosse: Photos: No. 4 Duke Triumphs in Double OT Battle with Loyola
DURHAM, N.C. – Freshman Case Matheis scored the game-tying goal with 1:05 left in the fourth quarter and then netted the game-winner in the second overtime to give seventh-seeded Duke a first-round victory over Loyola in the NCAA tournament.
DURHAM, N.C. – Freshman Case Matheis scored the game-tying goal with 1:05 left in the fourth quarter and then netted the game-winner in the second overtime to give seventh-seeded Duke a first-round victory over Loyola in the NCAA tournament.
Men's Lacrosse: Photos/Story: First Round Slugfest West of the Mississippi
DENVER, CO - There was a smell of fresh grilled bratwurst, cold air from a late afternoon Rocky Mountain downpour, and a murmur of a crowd - ready to see the two highest-powered offenses in Division I lacrosse go to battle.
DENVER, CO - There was a smell of fresh grilled bratwurst, cold air from a late afternoon Rocky Mountain downpour, and a murmur of a crowd - ready to see the two highest-powered offenses in Division I lacrosse go to battle.
NCAA Tournament Brackets - Update with Results for May 12th
Updated brackets are available on our NCAA Tournament page. They now reflect the results of all of today's tournament games with the exception of Syracuse-Bryant.
Updated brackets are available on our NCAA Tournament page. They now reflect the results of all of today's tournament games with the exception of Syracuse-Bryant.
Men's Lacrosse: No. 3 Ohio State Shuts Down No. 17 Towson in Tourney Opener
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Paced by six points from Logan Schuss and five by Jesse King, third-ranked Ohio State downed Towson, 16-6, in the first round of NCAA tournament action Sunday afternoon in front of 2,358 fans at Ohio Stadium.
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Paced by six points from Logan Schuss and five by Jesse King, third-ranked Ohio State downed Towson, 16-6, in the first round of NCAA tournament action Sunday afternoon in front of 2,358 fans at Ohio Stadium.
Men's Lacrosse: Pannell Paces No. 8 Cornell Past No. 5 Maryland in First Round
Cornell methodically picked apart one of the nation's best defenses on its own homefield, caused havoc on defense, dominated special teams and controlled every aspect of the game in topping No. 6 seed Maryland 16-8 on Sunday afternoon at Byrd Stadium in the first round of the 2013 NCAA Tournament.
Cornell methodically picked apart one of the nation's best defenses on its own homefield, caused havoc on defense, dominated special teams and controlled every aspect of the game in topping No. 6 seed Maryland 16-8 on Sunday afternoon at Byrd Stadium in the first round of the 2013 NCAA Tournament.
Men's Lacrosse: Photos: No. 8 Cornell Knocks off No. 5 Maryland in NCAAs
COLLEGE PARK, Md. - Eighth-ranked but unseeded Cornell dominated play, knocking off No. 5 Maryland in an NCAA first round game in College Park. Rob Pannell had seven points on the day, Steve Mock scored four times, and AJ Fiore made 12 saves for the Big Red (13-3). The Terrapins, who had made it to the finals the previous two years, see their season end at 10-4. Photos of the game are by Ben and James Mackey.
COLLEGE PARK, Md. - Eighth-ranked but unseeded Cornell dominated play, knocking off No. 5 Maryland in an NCAA first round game in College Park. Rob Pannell had seven points on the day, Steve Mock scored four times, and AJ Fiore made 12 saves for the Big Red (13-3). The Terrapins, who had made it to the finals the previous two years, see their season end at 10-4. Photos of the game are by Ben and James Mackey.
Women's Lacrosse: Top-Ranked Terps Stymie Stony Brook in NCAA Second Round
COLLEGE PARK, Md. – A stellar defensive effort vaulted top-seeded Maryland past Stony Brook 11-3 in the second round of the 2013 NCAA Women's Lacrosse Championship Sunday.
COLLEGE PARK, Md. – A stellar defensive effort vaulted top-seeded Maryland past Stony Brook 11-3 in the second round of the 2013 NCAA Women's Lacrosse Championship Sunday.
Women's Lacrosse: #2 Northwestern Pulls Away vs. Stanford to Start Title Defense
EVANSTON, Ill. -- With dominant all-around performances by senior Taylor Thornton and junior Alyssa Leonard, two-time defending NCAA champion Northwestern pulled away from Stanford to post a 15-8 victory in the Wildcats' 2013 NCAA Championship debut Sunday at Lakeside Field.
EVANSTON, Ill. -- With dominant all-around performances by senior Taylor Thornton and junior Alyssa Leonard, two-time defending NCAA champion Northwestern pulled away from Stanford to post a 15-8 victory in the Wildcats' 2013 NCAA Championship debut Sunday at Lakeside Field.
Women's Lacrosse: Third-Ranked Tar Heels Storm by No. 11 Loyola to Advance
CHAPEL HILL – Third-seeded North Carolina got five goals and two assists from Kara Cannizzaro and four goals and two assists from Abbey Friend, defeating 11th-ranked Loyola, 19-9, on Sunday at Fetzer Field in the NCAA Tournament second round.
CHAPEL HILL – Third-seeded North Carolina got five goals and two assists from Kara Cannizzaro and four goals and two assists from Abbey Friend, defeating 11th-ranked Loyola, 19-9, on Sunday at Fetzer Field in the NCAA Tournament second round.
Women's Lacrosse: No. 4 Florida Sends Pioneers Packing in Second Round Play
GAINESVILLE, Fla. – With cylinders firing on all ends, the No. 5 seed Florida lacrosse team used nine unanswered goals in the first half, sending them to a 16-5 win over Denver on Sunday at Donald R. Dizney Stadium in the NCAA second round.
GAINESVILLE, Fla. – With cylinders firing on all ends, the No. 5 seed Florida lacrosse team used nine unanswered goals in the first half, sending them to a 16-5 win over Denver on Sunday at Donald R. Dizney Stadium in the NCAA second round.
Women's Lacrosse: No. 5 Syracuse Dominates Dartmouth to Reach Quarterfinals
SYRACUSE, N.Y. – Alyssa Murray (West Babylon, N.Y.) tied her career high with 10 points to lead No. 4 seed Syracuse to a 21-8 win against Dartmouth in the second round of the NCAA tournament.
SYRACUSE, N.Y. – Alyssa Murray (West Babylon, N.Y.) tied her career high with 10 points to lead No. 4 seed Syracuse to a 21-8 win against Dartmouth in the second round of the NCAA tournament.
Women's Lacrosse: Rally Falls Short for #6 Hoyas vs. #12 Virginia in Second Round
Georgetown's Caroline Tarzian scored three points on two goals and one assist, but Virginia went on an 8-1 run that spanned both halves and held off a late rally by the sixth-seed Hoyas en route to a 10-8 win Sunday afternoon at Multi-Sport Field in the second round of the NCAA Division I tournament.
Georgetown's Caroline Tarzian scored three points on two goals and one assist, but Virginia went on an 8-1 run that spanned both halves and held off a late rally by the sixth-seed Hoyas en route to a 10-8 win Sunday afternoon at Multi-Sport Field in the second round of the NCAA Division I tournament.
Women's Lacrosse: Cyr, McCormick Lead #7 Penn State by #15 UMass in NCAAs
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa.; May 12 – Mackenzie Cyr notched her second straight six-point game and Maggie McCormick recorded four goals and two assists to lead seventh-seeded Penn State to a 12-9 victory against No. 15 Massachusetts in the second round of the NCAA tournament at the Penn State Lacrosse Field on Sunday afternoon.
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa.; May 12 – Mackenzie Cyr notched her second straight six-point game and Maggie McCormick recorded four goals and two assists to lead seventh-seeded Penn State to a 12-9 victory against No. 15 Massachusetts in the second round of the NCAA tournament at the Penn State Lacrosse Field on Sunday afternoon.
Women's Lacrosse: No. 8 Blue Devils Sink the No. 16 Mids in NCAA Second Round
ANNAPOLIS, Md. - Visiting Duke used a strong defensive effort to defeat No. 8 Navy, 10-5, in the NCAA second round at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Sunday afternoon. Duke (14-5) now advances to the NCAA Quarterfinals to face top-seeded Maryland while Navy, with its 19-2 record, has its best season in program history come to a close.
ANNAPOLIS, Md. - Visiting Duke used a strong defensive effort to defeat No. 8 Navy, 10-5, in the NCAA second round at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Sunday afternoon. Duke (14-5) now advances to the NCAA Quarterfinals to face top-seeded Maryland while Navy, with its 19-2 record, has its best season in program history come to a close.
Women's Lacrosse: Defending Champ Trinity Tames Lions of TCNJ in Quarterfinals
Hartford, Conn. - The defending NCAA Division III Champion Trinity College Bantams are headed back to the Final Four after outscoring the visiting College of New Jersey Lions, 8-2, over the final 44:33 of a 12-7 victory in the quarterfinals this afternoon on Sheppard Field.
Hartford, Conn. - The defending NCAA Division III Champion Trinity College Bantams are headed back to the Final Four after outscoring the visiting College of New Jersey Lions, 8-2, over the final 44:33 of a 12-7 victory in the quarterfinals this afternoon on Sheppard Field.
Women's Lacrosse: No. 2 Salisbury Escapes with 8-6 Win over F&M in Quarterfinals
SALISBURY, Md. – No. 2 Salisbury escaped with an 8-6 victory over No. 6 Franklin & Marshall in the quarterfinals of the 2013 Women's Lacrosse Tournament. The Sea Gulls advanced to Final Four with the win, while the Diplomats season comes to an end with a 16-5 mark.
SALISBURY, Md. – No. 2 Salisbury escaped with an 8-6 victory over No. 6 Franklin & Marshall in the quarterfinals of the 2013 Women's Lacrosse Tournament. The Sea Gulls advanced to Final Four with the win, while the Diplomats season comes to an end with a 16-5 mark.
Women's Lacrosse: Third-Ranked Middlebury Edges RPI to Advance to Semifinals
MIDDLEBURY, Vt. – Middlebury will make its 16th trip to the NCAA final four after earning a 10-8 win over Rensselaer in a regional final game on Kohn Field. The Engineers end their season with a 16-4 mark, their most successful season in school history.
MIDDLEBURY, Vt. – Middlebury will make its 16th trip to the NCAA final four after earning a 10-8 win over Rensselaer in a regional final game on Kohn Field. The Engineers end their season with a 16-4 mark, their most successful season in school history.
Women's Lacrosse: #4 Cortland Uses 11-0 Run to Beat Bowdoin in Regional Final
CORTLAND, N.Y. – Fourth-ranked Cortland scored 11 consecutive goals spanning the first and second halves to break open a tight game and went on to defeat eighth-ranked Bowdoin, 14-4, Sunday afternoon in the 2013 NCAA Div. III Women's Lacrosse Quarterfinals at the Stadium Complex.
CORTLAND, N.Y. – Fourth-ranked Cortland scored 11 consecutive goals spanning the first and second halves to break open a tight game and went on to defeat eighth-ranked Bowdoin, 14-4, Sunday afternoon in the 2013 NCAA Div. III Women's Lacrosse Quarterfinals at the Stadium Complex.
Women's Lacrosse: Coker Announces Its First Lacrosse Recruiting Class
HARTSVILLE, S.C. – Coker College women's lacrosse coach Steve Efland announced the first-ever recruiting class for the program today.
HARTSVILLE, S.C. – Coker College women's lacrosse coach Steve Efland announced the first-ever recruiting class for the program today.
Women's Lacrosse: Colorado State, JMU Club Win WCLA National Championships
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Colorado State became the first No. 1 seed to win the US Lacrosse Women's Collegiate Lacrosse Associates Division I National Championship since 2007 by dominating UC Santa Barbara 14-4 in the final. The Rams completed a perfect 22-0 season and won their fourth national title in the last six years.
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Colorado State became the first No. 1 seed to win the US Lacrosse Women's Collegiate Lacrosse Associates Division I National Championship since 2007 by dominating UC Santa Barbara 14-4 in the final. The Rams completed a perfect 22-0 season and won their fourth national title in the last six years.
NCAA Tourney Brackets - 2nd Update with Results for May 11
Updated brackets are available on our NCAA Tournament page. They ow reflect the results of all of today's tournament games.
Updated brackets are available on our NCAA Tournament page. They ow reflect the results of all of today's tournament games.
Men's Lacrosse: #1 UNC Uses Q2 Surge to Power Past Lehigh in NCAA Opener
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. - Top-ranked North Carolina overcame a slow start to race past 10th-ranked Lehigh 16-7 in the first round of the NCAA tournament Saturday afternoon at Fetzer Field.
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. - Top-ranked North Carolina overcame a slow start to race past 10th-ranked Lehigh 16-7 in the first round of the NCAA tournament Saturday afternoon at Fetzer Field.
Men's Lacrosse: Photos: Top-Ranked Tar Heels Dominate Lehigh in 1st Round
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. - No. 1 North Carolina sprinted past Lehigh, 16-7, in the opening round of the NCAA tournament on Saturday afternoon at Fetzer Field. Marcus Holman led the Tar Heels (13-3) with one goal and four assists, while Jimmy Bitter and Chad Tutton each added three goals and an assist. David DiMaria had two goals and three assists for the Mountain Hawks.
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. - No. 1 North Carolina sprinted past Lehigh, 16-7, in the opening round of the NCAA tournament on Saturday afternoon at Fetzer Field. Marcus Holman led the Tar Heels (13-3) with one goal and four assists, while Jimmy Bitter and Chad Tutton each added three goals and an assist. David DiMaria had two goals and three assists for the Mountain Hawks.
Men's Lacrosse: Berg Nets 8 as #6 Denver Outguns #12 Albany in 1st Round
DENVER – Sophomore Wesley Berg (Coquitlam, BC) recorded career-highs in points (9) and goals (8) as No. 4 seeded Denver defeated Albany 19-14 Saturday evening in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament at Peter Barton Lacrosse Stadium.
DENVER – Sophomore Wesley Berg (Coquitlam, BC) recorded career-highs in points (9) and goals (8) as No. 4 seeded Denver defeated Albany 19-14 Saturday evening in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament at Peter Barton Lacrosse Stadium.
Men's Lacrosse: No. 7 Irish Stage Huge Q4 Rally to Edge Detroit in First Round
NOTRE DAME, Ind. – No. 2 seed Notre Dame outscored Detroit 6-0 in the fourth quarter to capture a 9-7 victory in the first round of the NCAA tournament on Saturday evening at Arlotta Stadium.
NOTRE DAME, Ind. – No. 2 seed Notre Dame outscored Detroit 6-0 in the fourth quarter to capture a 9-7 victory in the first round of the NCAA tournament on Saturday evening at Arlotta Stadium.
Men's Lacrosse: No. 13 Penn State Falls to No. 11 Yale in NCAA First Round
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – Penn State's season came to an end on Saturday in the NCAA first round with a 10-7 loss to Yale at Penn State Lacrosse Field. The Bulldogs utilized a 9-1 run in the second half to overcome Penn State's four-goal halftime lead.
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – Penn State's season came to an end on Saturday in the NCAA first round with a 10-7 loss to Yale at Penn State Lacrosse Field. The Bulldogs utilized a 9-1 run in the second half to overcome Penn State's four-goal halftime lead.
Women's Lacrosse: NCAA Tournament Brackets - Update with D1 Results of May 10
Updated brackets are available on our NCAA Tournament page.
Updated brackets are available on our NCAA Tournament page.
Women's Lacrosse: No. 7 Penn State Escapes with One-Goal Win over Canisius
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa.; May 10, 2013 – Senior Molly Fernandez (Baltimore, Md.) recorded her 100th career goal and junior Mackenzie Cyr (Westminster, Md.) tallied a team-high three points as the seventh-seeded Penn State edged Canisius, 14-13, in NCAA first-round action at the Penn State Lacrosse Field Friday night.
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa.; May 10, 2013 – Senior Molly Fernandez (Baltimore, Md.) recorded her 100th career goal and junior Mackenzie Cyr (Westminster, Md.) tallied a team-high three points as the seventh-seeded Penn State edged Canisius, 14-13, in NCAA first-round action at the Penn State Lacrosse Field Friday night.
Women's Lacrosse: #8 Duke Wins 2OT Thriller vs. Princeton to Reach 2nd Round
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Freshman midfielder Maddy Acton fired the game-winning goal in double overtime to send eighth-ranked Duke to a thrilling 10-9 NCAA First Round victory over No. 17 Princeton Friday evening in front of a crowd of 1,250 at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Freshman midfielder Maddy Acton fired the game-winning goal in double overtime to send eighth-ranked Duke to a thrilling 10-9 NCAA First Round victory over No. 17 Princeton Friday evening in front of a crowd of 1,250 at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.
Women's Lacrosse: Stanford Scores at 0:04 to Oust No. 9 Irish from Tournament
EVANSTON, Ill. – A Hannah Farr free position goal with four seconds remaining in regulation completed a Stanford comeback that overshadowed a late Notre Dame rally as the Cardinal advanced to the second round of the NCAA Championship with an 8-7 win over the Irish Friday night at Northwestern's Lakeside Field.
EVANSTON, Ill. – A Hannah Farr free position goal with four seconds remaining in regulation completed a Stanford comeback that overshadowed a late Notre Dame rally as the Cardinal advanced to the second round of the NCAA Championship with an 8-7 win over the Irish Friday night at Northwestern's Lakeside Field.
Women's Lacrosse: No. 10 Stony Brook Edges Towson Behind Stellar Defense
College Park, Md. -- In its first NCAA Tournament game, No. 10 Stony Brook played sparkling defense and put Towson away late for for an 8-6 win Friday night at the Maryland Lacrosse and Field Hockey Complex.
College Park, Md. -- In its first NCAA Tournament game, No. 10 Stony Brook played sparkling defense and put Towson away late for for an 8-6 win Friday night at the Maryland Lacrosse and Field Hockey Complex.
Women's Lacrosse: #11 Loyola Handles High Point to Advance in NCAA Tournament
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. - No. 11 Loyola used a strong first half and balanced scoring in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament to earn an 18-7 win over High Point at North Carolina's Fetzer Field Friday night.
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. - No. 11 Loyola used a strong first half and balanced scoring in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament to earn an 18-7 win over High Point at North Carolina's Fetzer Field Friday night.
Women's Lacrosse: No. 12 Virginia Races by No. 14 Penn for First-Round Victory
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Virginia sophomore Casey Bocklet scored four goals to lead eight different scorers as the Cavaliers posted a 12-6 victory over Penn Friday afternoon at Georgetown University's Multi-Sport Field in the first round of the 2013 NCAA Division I Women's Lacrosse Championship.
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Virginia sophomore Casey Bocklet scored four goals to lead eight different scorers as the Cavaliers posted a 12-6 victory over Penn Friday afternoon at Georgetown University's Multi-Sport Field in the first round of the 2013 NCAA Division I Women's Lacrosse Championship.
Women's Lacrosse: No. 13 Denver Triumphs in NCAA Opener over Jacksonville
GAINESVILLE, Fla. – University of Denver sophomore Jill Remenapp (Woodbine, Md.) scored two goals and distributed four assists, leading the No. 13 Pioneers to a 14-7 victory over Jacksonville in the first round of the 2013 NCAA Tournament at the University of Florida on Friday afternoon.
GAINESVILLE, Fla. – University of Denver sophomore Jill Remenapp (Woodbine, Md.) scored two goals and distributed four assists, leading the No. 13 Pioneers to a 14-7 victory over Jacksonville in the first round of the 2013 NCAA Tournament at the University of Florida on Friday afternoon.
Women's Lacrosse: #15 UMass Defeats No. 18 UConn to Advance to Second Round
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. - While a thunderstorm delay suspended play for over an hour, it was a four-goal spurt when play resumed that ended a 29-year drought for No. 15 UMass. The Minutewomen defeated No. 18 UConn for their first NCAA Tournament win since 1984.
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. - While a thunderstorm delay suspended play for over an hour, it was a four-goal spurt when play resumed that ended a 29-year drought for No. 15 UMass. The Minutewomen defeated No. 18 UConn for their first NCAA Tournament win since 1984.
Women's Lacrosse: No. 16 Navy Steams Past Monmouth to Advance in NCAAs
ANNAPOLIS, Md - Eighth-seeded Navy (19-1) advanced to the second round of the NCAA Tournament by defeating Monmouth, 12-6, in the NCAA First Round at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Friday.
ANNAPOLIS, Md - Eighth-seeded Navy (19-1) advanced to the second round of the NCAA Tournament by defeating Monmouth, 12-6, in the NCAA First Round at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Friday.
Women's Lacrosse: Dartmouth Knocks off No. 19 Boston College in First Round
SYRACUSE, N.Y. – Sophomore Covie Stanwick scored a game-high five goals, but Boston College fell to Dartmouth, 11-8, in the first round of the NCAA Championship at SU Soccer Stadium on Friday afternoon.
SYRACUSE, N.Y. – Sophomore Covie Stanwick scored a game-high five goals, but Boston College fell to Dartmouth, 11-8, in the first round of the NCAA Championship at SU Soccer Stadium on Friday afternoon.
Men's Lacrosse: Loyola's Layne to Finish Career on the Field Despite Diagnosis
Statement from the family of Loyola University Maryland senior midfielder Chris Layne.
Statement from the family of Loyola University Maryland senior midfielder Chris Layne.
Men's and Women's Tewaaraton Award Finalists Announced
WASHINGTON, May 9, 2013 – The Tewaaraton Foundation has announced the 2013 Tewaaraton Award men's and women's finalists lists. Five men and five women were selected as finalists and will be invited to Washington, D.C. for the 13th annual Tewaaraton Award Ceremony, May 30.
WASHINGTON, May 9, 2013 – The Tewaaraton Foundation has announced the 2013 Tewaaraton Award men's and women's finalists lists. Five men and five women were selected as finalists and will be invited to Washington, D.C. for the 13th annual Tewaaraton Award Ceremony, May 30.
