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CUFLA Power Rankings: Queen’s Moves Up

September 30, 2014
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1. Brock University (5-0): Last Week 1 The Brock Badgers continued their dominance, downing the rival Western Mustangs 12-9. A commanding 8-1 lead at the half helped the Badgers sit comfortably for the remainder of the game. Scoring depth was not an issue for Brock as eight different Badgers found the back of the cage. Sophomore attackman Brandon Slade, senior midfielder Mark Vradenburg, senior attackman Kyle Davis and sophomore midfielder…

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NCAA Fall Ball Check In: Towson Tigers

September 30, 2014
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Tigertown should be a buzz with the steps that Towson University is making this Fall.  The team came back to campus to make amends for the the final six games of the 2014.  After reaching the NCAA Tournament in 2013, the Tigers were absent last Spring, but looking to return in 2015. The Tigers are a mixture of youth and elder statesmen.  A couple of transfers and impact freshmen could…

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NCAA Offseason: Denver Pioneers on Track for 2015 Success

September 29, 2014
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The Denver Pioneers have a busy offseason ahead of them. Following a NCAA Final Four semifinal fall to 3-peating Duke, the team has the consistency and ability. Duke was a powerhouse in the postseason, having witnessed first hand, and would have been a big upset for Denver. Bill Tierney’s squad is losing a big chunk of its experienced roster to graduated seniors. However, a compliment to the college program has…

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NCAA Fall Ball Check In: Loyola

September 28, 2014
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At 15 wins, two losses, Loyola University had a great 2014 season. They would have had an undefeated regular season if the Hounds had taken the opening season contest against the Wahoos. The Greyhounds continued their playoff streak but met a hot Albany team in the first round. Statistically, Loyola was in great position for success. The offense was above 12 goals per game and the defense sat five points…

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Fall Ball Check In: Stony Brook

September 26, 2014
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This upcoming season for the Stony Brook Sea Wolves looks like a promising one. Last season ended on a disappointing note for the Sea Wolves on an overtime thriller against the Albany Great Danes. The Sea Wolves have been young on the field the last couple of seasons but they have many key returners who have had plenty of game time experience. Mike Rooney is a player to watch out…

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CUFLA Power Rankings: Brock Stays On Top

September 24, 2014
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1. Brock University (4-0)—Last Week: 1 The Brock Badgers passed their toughest test of the season thus far with flying colours, knocking off the Western Mustangs 14-6 this past Saturday. The Badgers handed the Mustangs their first loss of the season in front of an energetic Brock University homecoming crowd. Sophomore attackman Brandon Slade led the way for Brock, netting a hat-trick and adding two helpers for five points. Fellow sophomores…

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NCAA Fall Ball Check In: Michigan, Navy, UMBC

September 23, 2014
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One week closer to Fall 2014 events and teams will be ready to face competition from outside opponents, even if it is alumni.  Most teams do welcome back the alumni to start or finish their fall practice season.  It will allow the recent alumni to remember what it took to be a Division Athlete and to wise the team well this Spring. On the docket first is a three-way scrimmage…

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Michigan Building Lacrosse Only Stadium

September 21, 2014
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According to a report from Lacrosse Magazine’s Corey McLaughlin, the University of Michigan is planning on building a 3,000 seat lacrosse only stadium. The Wolverines would add the stadium for their men’s and women’s lacrosse teams. This is part of a plan to build several new athletic facilities and will be partially funded by Michigan alum and Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross. Michigan has had varsity men’s and women’s lacrosse…

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Siena Offseason Looks Promising; Good Preparation for 2015

September 17, 2014
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This past 2014 offseason has been nothing but excellent for Siena lacrosse. Many players, both current and former, participated in international tournaments, recruiting programs are in place, and the fall ball schedule has been released. Let’s look at all the experiences these current athletes are attaining: 1) FIL World Championships in Denver: Two current and two former Siena players were on Team England and others this summer to compete in…

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Week 2 CUFLA Three Stars: Voyageur Tops the List Once Again

September 17, 2014
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Third Star-Mark Debrone- Brock University It was a breakout weekend for sophomore midfielder Mark Debrone, as he netted five goals and six assists for 11 points in the Brock Badgers pair of victories. The hometown product sits sixth in the Canadian University Lacrosse Association scoring race, while he is second among all Badgers in points. Second Star- Michael Buwalda- University of Toronto Senior attackman Michael Buwalda picked up where he…

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