The Victoria Shamrocks are pleased to announce today that they have acquired the rights to Dhane Smith from the Kitchener-Waterloo Kodiaks of Major Series Lacrosse in a transfer for the remainder of 2014 with an option to extend through 2015. A six-foot-three, 200-pound forward/transition, Smith comes to the green and white as one of the most highly sought-after players in the game. In his first full-season at the senior ‘A’…
Lansing Joins CILL, Cleveland Returns for 2014
Season four of the Continental Indoor Lacrosse League (CILL) is set to begin play this summer. The United States-based Senior box lacrosse organization will see nine teams in competition for 2014. The “original four” clubs, which include Chicago Outlaws, Columbus Brew, Grand Rapids Dragonfish and Milwaukee Marauders, all return for another campaign. They are joined by the two-time defending CILL Cup champion Colorado Sabertooths, Detroit Coney Dogs and Pittsburgh Octane….
MSL Power Rankings: Lakers Still Lead Charge
*Current standings in first brackets, standings if Peterborough loses their forfeiture appeal in second brackets. 1. Peterborough Lakers (6-1) (3-4) There’s no denying that the Peterborough Lakers are the hottest team currently in the MSL, despite the turmoil the team has been in since finding out they may have to forfeit their first three wins. Until their appeal is settled, their record is 6-1, they’re on a five-game win streak,…
LaFleur: An Out of the Box View On the Shot Clock Debate
Most lacrosse fans are in favor of a shot clock. Very few people, if any, think the college game should remain status quo. Count me among those who think there should be a shot clock, but 60 seconds would be too dramatic, too quickly. I believe a shot clock should be implemented, but be more than 60 seconds – perhaps 90 seconds. My town did not have lacrosse growing up,…
Rob Pannell’s Strong Season Surging Lizards
Rob Pannell has had no trouble becoming one of the best players in the MLL since breaking records at Cornell. Last season, he finished ninth in scoring with 42 points in 10 games played. This season, he has continued his strong play and currently ranks fourth in the league with 31 points, nine points behind Paul Rabil for the league lead. Here is a quick look at Pannell’s strong start…
Dickson: “Fun to Get Back on the Field”
Curtis Dickson is a household name for NLL fans, becoming an elite scorer with the Calgary Roughnecks in the past four years. He is now playing field lacrosse at the pro level with the Denver Outlaws, and we spoke with him about what the biggest differences are, and the 7-1 start for Denver.
Who is Will Manny, And Why Has 2014 Been His Breakout Season?
The second year professional with the Boston Cannons is coming into his own in John Tucker’s system. He was a second round pick after his career ended at UMass and he might just be in line to inherit the coveted job of offensive leader as Ryan Boyle’s days are fewer and fewer in Major League Lacrosse. The future looks bright for the Cannon’s with Manny in the lineup. Will Manny…
Who Should Be NLL Hall of Fame Class Candidates in 2014?
Until June 10, fans were able to vote for candidates to go into the NLL hall of fame. Fans can’t vote anymore, but it’s still interesting to see who might get in. For the past three seasons, only three players have been elected and they were all goaltenders; Bob Watson, Steve Dietrich and Pat O’Toole. The rules for selection are below; -Player must be retired from playing professional indoor lacrosse…
Logan Schuss On Ohio’s Strong Offense, Loss to Cannons
After the loss to the Boston Cannons, we caught up with Ohio Machine scorer Logan Schuss to discuss the loss to Boston, the strong offense for Ohio and the upcoming all star game.
Bayhawks Acquire Earl, Kimmel Sent to Lizards
The New York Lizards and Chesapeake Bayhawks have made a trade, sending offensive midfielder Michael Kimmel to New York and midfielder David Earl to the Bayhawks. Kimmel was the second overall pick of the Bayhawks in 2010 and has been starting for them since. He had four two-point goals with the Bayhawks last season. Earl, meanwhile, played 12 games with the Lizards last year and seven in 2014. He had 19 points last…