The Buffalo Bandits had a relatively quiet draft in September with only four picks. However, they had the notable distinction of picking the tallest player in the draft in Mike Triolo in the third round, 27th overall. He was signed to a one year NLL contract on October 16th. “I’m so happy,” Triolo said after he had met with the Bandits brass at the draft. “This is what the dream…
McGill Redmen Crowned Canadian University Champions
Last season, the McGill Redmen ended their season by watching the Guelph Gryphons raise the Baggataway Cup while they let their perfect season slip right through their fingers. Fast forward 12 months later, and those very same Redmen claimed redemption as they knocked off the Western Mustangs 15-11 to capture the program’s second Canadian University Field Lacrosse Association title and cap off a perfect 15-0 CUFLA season. Although the back-to-back…
Knighthawks Sign Mike Mawdsley
The Rochester Knighthawks have signed two more free agents in preparation for the team’s Training Camp, which kicks off on Saturday, Nov. 21st. The Knighthawks latest invitees are forward Mike Mawdsley (MAUDS-lee) and defenseman Adam Yee. Mawdsley will embark on his second National Lacrosse League camp after working out with the New England Black Wolves prior to the 2015 season. The Toronto, Ontario native was selected by New England with…
Stealth Will Face Roughnecks in December 20th Pre Season Game
The Calgary Roughnecks and Vancouver Stealth have announced the teams will face off for a preseason game at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary on Sunday, Dec. 20 at 4 p.m. ET as part of the Roughnecks Holiday Party Showcase. Tickets for the preseason contest will go on sale Monday, Nov. 9 at 10 a.m. MT. For only $10 (plus applicable fees), fans can purchase a reserved, lower bowl seat to Come for the Party & Stay for…
Lehigh Announces 2015 Lacrosse Captains
Lehigh head men’s lacrosse coach Kevin Cassese announced on Monday that seniors Reid Weber, Casey Eidenshink and Tripp Telesco have been named team captains. The trio has shown strong leadership this fall and look to lead a young Mountain Hawks’ squad in the upcoming season. “It’s an honor to announce these three men as team captains for the 2015-16 campaign,” said Cassese. “I feel that our senior class has displayed…
One on One With Kevin Crowley
In a return to more traditional interviews I venture up north to interview Kevin Crowley, a major force in lacrosse. Kevin’s achievements include 2010 USILA Player of the Year, 2010 First Team All-American, 2011 USILA Midfielder of the Year, 2011 First Team All-American, all-time points leader at Stony Brook University, first player drafted first overall in both the NLL and MLL draft, and member of 2014 World Champion Team Canada…
Toronto Rock Sign Bill Greer to One Year Deal
Toronto Rock Owner, President and GM Jamie Dawick has announced the signing of defenceman Bill Greer to a one-year contract that makes the 2016 season his 15th in the NLL. The deal is pending league approval. The savvy defender was on the fence about returning for the 2016 season, but after taking some time to ensure he was physically ready, he made the decision to come back. “I’m really excited…
Departure of Evans Puts Roughnecks in Full Rebuilding Mode
Following a busy week of trades in the NLL, the Calgary Roughnecks have traded reigning league MVP Shawn Evans to the New England Black Wolves for up-and-coming forward Tyler Digby. As a result of this move, the Roughnecks are now in full-blown rebuilding mode, with the chances of them continuing their unbroken string of playoff appearances diminishing steadily. Evans just came off the best offensive season in NLL history,…
One on One With Rochester Rattlers Goalie John Galloway
Continuing the In Lacrosse We Trust One on One series we keep our goalie and native New York theme we sit down with Rochester Rattlers’ goalie John Galloway. He was one of the most decorated goalies coming out of college. John won two national championships as the starting keeper at Syracuse in 2008 and 2009 as well as a two time All American and two time Academic All American. He…
2015 CUFLA Baggataway Cup Field Set
The regular season is complete and the chase for the Baggatway Cup continues next weekend (Oct 30/31) with the playoff games to determine the final six teams that will compete for the Cup at Bishops the weekend of November 6-8. The Western Mustangs are headed to the Baggataway Cup semifinals, that much we’re sure of after the CUFLA regular season wrapped up on the weekend. Who fits where for the…