MLL Scrimmage Part II: Hounds and Launch Build Up Big Expectations

April 22, 2014

Florida came into competition Saturday looking to fill holes with a healthy mix of veterans and players looking to step into roles after having been out of college for some time. Scott Kahoe (Georgetown and Syracuse) controlled tempo through the midfield when he had the ball. Andrew Scalley had an impressive showing against the Bayhawks during the second game of the scrimmage. He was able to capitalize on his opportunities,…

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MLL Rosters: Hounds Return with Strong Roster

April 22, 2014

The Charlotte Hounds of Major League Lacrosse today announced the 25-man active roster that the team will begin with for the 2014 season. While 25 players are considered active, teams are allowed to dress only 19 players on gameday. In addition to the 25-man active roster, each team is granted a practice squad of up to six players. MLL players currently participating in the National Lacrosse League or coaching collegiately…

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MLL Season Preview: Charlotte Hounds

April 21, 2014

While the Charlotte Hounds came within a game of winning the Major League Lacrosse championship last season, Hounds management didn’t consider their work done. With the Hounds opening their season April 26 against the Ohio Machine at Charlotte’s American Legion Memorial Stadium, they’ve made moves that general manager Wade Leaphart and coach Mike Cerino hope will get them to the next level. Most of last year’s starting lineup—which finished 7-7…

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MLL Camp Report: Hounds Happy with Roster

April 19, 2014

The Charlotte Hounds have been at camp for two weeks and this afternoon will wrap it up in scrimmages against Denver, Florida and Chesapeake in Baltimore. The Hounds are preparing for their opening game against the Ohio Machine at home.   “Knowing Adam Ghitelman had some early season schedule conflicts, we’re excited about Mike Gabel and Pierce Bassett,” Hounds general manager Wade Leaphart told us about who stood out. “Both…

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Syracuse Wins Thriller Against UNC 11-10

April 13, 2014

Syracuse, New York – Syracuse University overcame an early and late deficit to advance the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament with an overtime win against North Carolina.  In a game that many had been waiting nearly twenty years to see again, Syracuse tied it late and won on captain Billy Ward’s goal in the second overtime.   UNC midfielder Chad Tutton started off the scoring quickly, scoring within the first minute…

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Midfield Has Career Day As Duke Dismantles Syracuse 21-7

March 23, 2014

Durham, North Carolina – Duke trailed Syracuse early in the first quarter and then run away with the contest against the Orange by a score of 21-7.  The first midfield combined for twelve goals and the combination of face offs win was just too much for the Orange to keep pace with.   Much like last year’s National Championship game, face offs had a significant impact on the game.  Brendan…

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North Carolina Takes Down Maryland

March 22, 2014

Chapel Hill, North Carolina – The North Carolina Tar Heels defeat the top ranked Maryland Terreapins 11-8 at home.  Charlie Raffa played a great game in controlling the face off circle, but the Tar Heels too advantage of some timely saves by their goalie Kieran Burke and got balanced scoring from their offensive players to get their first win in ACC play this year.   The Heels opened up the…

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NCAA Weekend in Review: Irish Upset Virginia For Holiday Win

March 17, 2014

This weekend was about as close in performance NCAA games have been thus far in 2014. I don’t mean scores… I speak of statistics and in-game situations. Many games this weekend were neck and neck until teams took advantage of opportune situations. Virginia – 9 Notre Dame – 18 The Fighting Irish came out with a very mobile and inclusive offense full of assists, offensive rotation and off-ball movement. They…

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NCAA Preview: UNC goes to Durham

March 15, 2014

Alex Urquhart The North Carolina Tar Heels are making their way to Durham to take on the Duke Blue Devils. This is one of the biggest rivalries in college sports. There is only, roughly, 10 miles between the two campuses and that has sparked one of the greatest bubbles of animosity between two schools, just look at college basketball when these two play each other. Now lacrosse is a bit…

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Chamberlain: Beware of the Ides of March

March 13, 2014

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ides_of_March   #3 Johns Hopkins vs #10 Syracuse I like ‘Cuse to defeat Johns Hopkins in this contest. While the Orange has struggled on faceoffs, they are still an elite program that is still working out its lineup. Each week this team continue to improve and on Saturday, Randy Staats, Dylan Donohue and Kevin Rice will give the Hopkins defense fits. I’m calling for a big day for the Orange vs….

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