New England Black Wolves forward Ryan Ward has formally announced his retirement after 11 seasons in the National Lacrosse League. “I have been contemplating my retirement for several months but found it difficult to announce as I feel I still have the ability to play at a high level,” Ward, 34, said in a prepared statement. “But if I am honest with myself, I realize I no longer possess the…
Captain Will Miss Entire 2015 Season Toronto, ON – Toronto Rock captain Colin Doyle underwent successful shoulder surgery to repair his torn rotator cuff last Thursday in Georgetown, Ontario. The 17-year NLL veteran will miss the 2015 season while he recovers from the injury. “The surgery went really well,” remarked Doyle about the procedure that was performed by team doctor Dr. Vikram Venkateswaran. “There was more work than anticipated, but…
Photo Credit: Ian Neadle The UAlbany men’s lacrosse team will look to shine in the Lone Star State as it takes on Cornell on February 28th, 2015 in Dallas, Texas. The teams will meet on the campus of Southern Methodist University for the Saturday game. The time of the game is to be announced. This will be the second matchup of the in-state squads and first in the regular season. …
The National Lacrosse League’s (NLL) Minnesota Swarm today announced that the team has re-signed D Mitch Belisle to a one-year contract. Belisle, 28, spent the 2012-13 seasons with the Swarm, but did not play last season. The Swarm also signed free agent D Pat Laconi to a one-year deal. “Mitch’s energy on the floor and in the locker room was certainly missed last season,” Swarm Owner and Governor John Arlotta…
The Ohsweken Demons are pleased to announce Ron “Mouse” Henry will be taking over as Head Coach for the 2015 season; joining Henry behind the bench will be Roger Chrysler. Ron Henry returns to CLax after coaching the Iroquois Ironmen in the 2013 season, leading them to a Creator’s Cup victory. Henry comes to the Demons with a strong coaching background having coached with the NLL’s Buffalo Bandits, the Iroquois…
The Rochester Knighthawks have announced the re-signing of Jamie Batson to a one-year deal. The 29-year-old defenseman has won three Champion’s Cup since joining the team in 2012. “It’s good to be asked to come back out with the champs,” said Batson. The Comox, BC native made the jump to the National Lacrosse League after impressing the coaching staff at the Knighthawks’ Open Tryouts and Training Camp. In his tenure…
The Rochester Knighthawks have announced the signing of Kyle Pereira to a three-year deal. In Pereira, Rochester adds a two-sport star who is currently playing Canadian collegiate hockey at St. Mary’s University. “It feels incredible to get the opportunity,” he said about joining the defending NLL Champion Knighthawks. “Signing with such a storied franchise, with a history of winning like Rochester does, is awesome.” The 23-year-old has spent the past…
The Minnesota Swarm have announced the team has signed its top draft pick, forward Miles Thompson, to a two-year deal. The Swarm selected Thompson with the third overall selection in the 2014 NLL Draft. “Miles was one of the most electrifying players in all of college lacrosse during his four-year career at UAlbany and we’re excited to add a player of his caliber to our roster,” said Swarm Owner and Governor John Arlotta….
The Vancouver Stealth have announced the team has re-signed forward Tyler Digby to a one-year contract, pending league approval. The New Westminster, BC native was selected 20th overall in the third round of the 2014 NLL Draft. In an impressive rookie campaign, he scored 58 points (22g, 36a) in 18 games. Digby finished second among rookies in points and was selected to the 2014 NLL All-Rookie Team. “Tyler is coming off…
The Vancouver Stealth have announced the re-signing of veteran goaltender Matt Roik to a one-year contract, along with the signings of goaltender Cody Hagedorn and defenseman Kevin Neufeld to one-year contracts, all pending league approval. Roik is one of the longest serving goaltenders in the National Lacrosse League as he enters 14th season. “We’re really happy to have Matt back with the Stealth,” said Stealth President and General Manager Doug…