Ohio (5-4), winners of four games in a row, held a three goal lead three separate times before eventually falling to Chesapeake (5-4) in overtime by a 12-11 final score on Saturday at Selby Stadium in Delaware, Ohio. Machine midfielder Peter Baum returned to action for the first time since May 16, scoring the first goal 1:04 into the game. Ohio’s Tom Schreiber and Chesapeake’s Matt Abbott would trade goals…
NCAA Team Reviews: Lafayette Leopards
For the better part of four months, many of us watched some exciting college lacrosse, whether it was on TV, online, or in person. There were good games, which included all of Championship Weekend, and there were bad games, such as low scoring affairs and of course, the horrendous winter weather. I take a look back at all 69 Division I teams and how they fared this season and what…
Lizards Can Stay Undefeated With Hounds Win
Past the midway point of the season and the All-Star Game, the New York Lizards are playing host to the Charlotte Hounds on June 20th at James M. Shuart Stadium. The Lizards (8-0) are looking to keep their hopes of an undefeated season alive while the Hounds (1-7)are looking to turn around what has been a dismal season The Lizards and Hounds last met three weeks ago at American Legion…
NCAA Team Reviews: Furman Paladins
For the better part of four months, many of us watched some exciting college lacrosse, whether it was on TV, online, or in person. There were good games, which included all of Championship Weekend, and there were bad games, such as low scoring affairs and of course, the horrendous winter weather. I take a look back at all 69 Division I teams and how they fared this season and what…
Cannons Face Launch In Florida
The Boston Cannons travel down to the sunshine state to take on the Florida Launch at FAU Stadium. This will be the second time this season the Launch and Cannons will battle, as the Cannons won a 13-9 thriller at Gillette Stadium just three weeks ago. Boston (4-4) currently sits tied for fourth place with the Chesapeake Bayhawks, and look to make a playoff push in the final six regular…
Machine Look to Stay Hot Against Bayhawks
ohio The MLL all-star break has come to a close and Saturday night lacrosse is upon us once again as Ohio and Chesapeake are set to square off for the second time this season. The Machine (5-3) play host to the Bayhawks (4-4) this time around at Selby Stadium in Delaware, Ohio. Ohio won the first meeting at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis, Md., 12-9. It won’t be an…
Rattlers and Outlaws Clash In Title Rematch
The Rochester Rattlers (5 – 3) travel to Colorado to face the Denver Outlaws (4 – 4) this Saturday, June 20th at Sports Authority Field at Mile High Fresh for the second overall meeting between the two clubs in the regular season. Fresh off a great outing from the MLL All-Star Games, the Rattlers, who now lead the league in shots on goal, will look to sweep the defending MLL…
What to Watch for in the MLL Week Ten
With the All-Star game in the books, it is now time for the MLL to collectively take a breath and get ready for an intense finale to the regular season. While every team will say they take things one game at a time, I’m not part of any MLL team, so let’s take a look at everything coming down the road in the next few weeks. Here are the top…
NCAA Team Reviews: Jacksonville Dolphins
For the better part of four months, many of us watched some exciting college lacrosse, whether it was on TV, online, or in person. There were good games, which included all of Championship Weekend, and there were bad games, such as low scoring affairs and of course, the horrendous winter weather. I take a look back at all 69 Division I teams and how they fared this season and what…
Evaluating the Value of NLL Faceoffs
Are faceoffs important in the NLL? The answer is yes… and no. Faceoffs determine initial possession of the ball. However, they do nothing to keep possession. Furthermore, possession does not equate scoring; that is dependent on several factors including accuracy of the shooter and the skill of the goaltender. The slight increase in possession increases the scoring chances but is no guarantee. So, where winning the faceoff and the slight…