It’s training camp time in the NLL. That means it is time for teams to get down and dirty and make the cuts they need to. While teams will need their rosters trimmed to 23 before December 20th, lots will happen between now and then. We will be looking at training camp rosters and news throughout the next month, starting with the previews. The Rochester Knighthawks are coming off of…
The North American Lacrosse League exists to aid American lacrosse players in their journey towards the NLL and other lacrosse careers. However, some NALL veterans have already been there, and are looking to get back or to help other Americans achieve that dream. Dan Deckelbaum- Baltimore Deckelbaum played in two games with the Philadelphia Wings last season and was also on the Lehigh Vallye Flying Dutchmen in NALL in 2012 before he…
Photo by Richard Olson The Washington Stealth had gone to back to back Champions Cups before falling off the face of the earth last season as the only NLL team to not make the playoffs. To their credit, they have been making the moves this off season, and have some tough decisions before the end of training camp on December 20th. Starting just with the goalie situation, they have three backups on…
According to Corey McLaughlin of Lacrosse Magazine, who spoke with Michigan head coach John Paul, there will not be a Big Ten lacrosse conference with any less than six teams. At this time, there would be three teams; Penn State, Ohio State and Michigan. However, Rutgers and Maryland, who both of D1 college lacrosse programs, will be moving to the Big Ten. That would make five. A conference only needs…
There were five goaltenders at Philadelphia Wings camp vying for a spot on the roster. The Wings have two goaltenders already on their roster. And that’s not even counting Scott Komer, who will be at training camp in early December. “I’m excited to get a chance to play with Philly.” he told me. “I like the size of the D and the way they organize their defense– I figure any…
NLL training camps are right around the corner, but there are some NLL free agents who have not yet signed with their teams. Below is that list. Anthony Cosmo- Buffalo Bandits: Cosmo was franchised by the Bandits but has not yet signed. They gave up two first rounders for him so imagine they are committed to keeping him around. Also remember, their goaltending situation isn’t strong with just Angus Goodleaf…
Only 13.5% of the National Lacrosse League is American. Even though lacrosse is the fastest growing sport in America, to find a skilled enough boxla player to play in the NLL is rare. There are very few current players in the NLL who are American who could be considered impact players. We compiled a list of the best players in the NLL who make an impact, and are American, and…
On Saturday afternoon, the Washington Stealth held their free agent and rookie try out camp. They yielded at least one name familiar to NLL fans. Nick Patterson was the starting goaltender for the Minnesota Swarm to start the 2012 season, before he became unearthed by rookies Evan Kirk and Tyler Carlson. After their performances, the Swarm traded held out goalie Anthony Cosmo and released Patterson. Patterson did not get signed by a…
When the Boston Cannons hired Steve Duffy as their head coach last season, it was met with universal agreement that he was a good fit with the team. It turns out he was, as he led the Cannons to the MLL Playoffs. Duffy was hired in the middle of last off season, and for the first time in his career, he will have a full off season to help build…
Last season Brad Self made his return to the NLL when he signed with the Rochester Knighthawks, whom he won a Championship with. Now that he heads into his second year with the club, he feels he will be more prepared. “It took some time to feel comfortable with my teammates and with the coaching staff.” said Self. “I always told people it takes longer than normal in the NLL…