BALTIMORE (December 5, 2007) – John Danowski, head coach of men's lacrosse NCAA runner-up Duke, and Janine Tucker, head coach of the Johns Hopkins women's squad, are among the speakers that will be featured in the adidas Three Stripe Speakers Series at the 2008 US Lacrosse National Convention, presented by adidas. The convention takes place from Jan. 18-20, 2008 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia. Online registration is available through the US Lacrosse web site through December 31. A detailed schedule of events is currently available on the 2008 US Lacrosse National Convention web page.

The adidas Three Stripe Speakers Series consists of speakers from each coaching level – 1, 2 and 3 – from both the men's and women's game that will headline the list of over 70 speakers. Mike Eruzione, the keynote speaker and 1980 Olympic gold medalist, will kick-off the event on Friday, January 18. Men's and women's officials' sessions are also featured in the adidas Three Stripe Speaker Series.

"adidas Lacrosse is dedicated to the advancement of all educational based experiences," said John Purnell, president and CEO of adidas Lacrosse. "We strive to help all coaches, athletes and officials reach their potential and enjoy their educational experiences. Building tomorrow's leaders through sports and education helps build stronger, healthier, more confident and knowledgeable citizens."

The US Lacrosse National Convention is an educational opportunity presented each year for coaches, officials and administrators. Over 5,000 lacrosse enthusiasts attend the convention each year. For the fourth year in a row the convention will feature a live-field demonstration area, sponsored by Warrior, to supplement classroom clinics for coaches and officials. Both the U.S. men's and women's teams will conduct demonstrations during the convention. Clinics are offered for all levels of coaches and officials, ranging from youth play up through college-aged players.

The convention also features the largest-ever lacrosse specific vendor hall, the US Lacrosse Youth Excellence Awards Breakfast, the Women's Breakfast Breakout, a Men's Recruiting Seminar and Fair, the Level 1 Coaches' Education Clinic, and several other special events.

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