With the Canadian University Field Lacrosse Association (CUFLA) returning to action, In Lacrosse We Trust kicks off the 2014 season coverage with Pat Gregoire’s Week 1 Three Stars. Third Star- Taren Cook- Bishop’s University Freshmen Taren Cook had an impressive CUFLA debut, netting four goals in Bishop’s 16-3 victory this past Sunday. The Rothesay, New Brunswick native will look to help fill the offensive void left by former Gaiter standout…
Athan Iannucci Signs Back with Colorado Mammoth
The Colorado Mammoth announced on Tuesday that the team has continued its off-season signings as it has agreed to terms with 2008 NLL MVP Athan Iannucci and 2013 NLL All-Rookie Team member Joey Cupido. “When we brought Athan in last year, he showed flashes of his old self,” said Mammoth president & general manager Steve Govett. “We need more of that! As for Joey, he’s one of the most athletically-gifted…
Will the Roughnecks Regain the Lead in the West Division?
With the Calgary Roughnecks finishing second in the west for the first time in three seasons, they look to get back to their winning way’s this January and this is how. Mike Poulin, the undisputed number one goalie. He has his moments where any simple shot seems to go in (but really, which goalie doesn’t) He was acquired in a trade from the now defunct Boston Blazers franchise and has…
Lee Zink Retires from Major League Lacrosse
Photo Credit: Di Miller It was announced on Tuesday September 9, 2014, that Denver Outlaws defenseman Lee Zink, an 11-year MLL veteran and two-time MLL Defensive Player of the Year, has informed the club of his intention to retire. The Connecticut native was drafted by the Baltimore Bayhawks in the first round (5th overall) of the 2004 Collegiate Draft out of the University of Maryland and came to Denver via…
Shamrocks Take 2-1 Series Lead
Photo Credit: Tim Prothero Coming into Monday night’s game the Mann Cup was tied 1-1 in the Series as Victoria won game two 6-5 in double overtime to tie the series. Heading into game three Victoria were looking to build on their momentum and take a 21 series lead over the Six Nations Chiefs. The Chiefs took the early lead in this game as Stephen Keogh scored five minutes into…
Mann Cup Game 4: Shamrocks Have Some Adjustments to Make
After a huge come from behind effort in game three, the Victoria Shamrocks look to hold a 3-1 series strangle tonight when they face the Six Nations Chiefs in game four of the Mann Cup at the Iroquois Lacrosse Park tonight. Just like game one and two the Chiefs opened the scoring in game three, but to credit the Shamrocks they didn’t let it discourage them at all by fighting…
Colorado Mammoth Making Smart Draft Choices
The Colorado Mammoth had a rough year during the 2013-2014 season. Not only was there a goalie controversy; but the departure of Casey Powell; and the changing of the guards with the coaching staff. So what do they need to do to make the 2014-2015 season a success? They need to bring in new key players; and sign the big name veterans. The Mammoth started out with a bang when…
Hamilton Nationals Not Returning to MLL
The Hamilton Nationals were going to return to Major League Lacrosse in 2015, according to a November article by Inside Lacrosse. Their report, which was the first to discuss the new Florida Launch team in Boca Raton, stated that the Nats would return to the league in the 2015 season at the new Hamilton Tiger Cats CFL stadium. On November 5, this was written on IL: Calls to MLL commissioner…
What Do the Rattlers Need for Next Year
The Rochester Rattlers had one of the most impressive seasons this year, especially when you think that they went 6-8 during their 2013 campaign. The Rattlers were able to garner the top seed in the MLL playoffs, with a record of 10-4. During the last draft the Rattlers were able to draft Jordan Wolf, Miles and Ty Thompson, and Mark Cockerton. Now Ty Thompson only played in one game and…
2014 NLL Draft Prospects 30-21
21. G Adam Shute—New England College, Coquitlam WLA Shute is by far the most polished and NLL ready goaltender in the draft. If selected he will no doubt be an option for the back up and might see some games. The Adanacs ‘tender started all 17 games the past two seasons after the team traded away former starter Nick Rose. A product of Okotoks in Alberta, he has come a…