The Baltimore Bombers may be new in 2013, but they already have the most experience in the North American Lacrosse League. Former NLL assistant coach Hunter Francis has the reigns and he has put together a team to be reckoned with. Goaltending Ginny Cappichioni has NLL and WLA experience that makes her a valuable commodity to the Bombers in net, with Baltimore being able to put up as good a…
The Charlotte Hounds Protected 23 for 2013
Head Coach Mike Cerino and the Charlotte Hounds organization have a very good put together 23 man protected roster. They’ve released some talent but have gained it as well with a few trades. Charlotte has brought in a few new faces with Peet Poillon and Casey Cittadino from Denver, and Kevin Drew out of Rochester. Midfielder Poillon was sent to Charlotte for attackman Jeremy Boltus. Peet brings his 37 with…
Nicky Galasso Transfers to Syracuse
After all the reports earlier last week, this shouldn’t come as much of a surprise. Recently released North Carolina Tar Heel Nick Galasso has transferred to play for the Syracuse Orange. Almost as soon as Galasso was granted his requested release from North Carolina, he began speaking with Syracuse, creating rumors that he would end up with the Orange, as he has. Galasso will be a sophomore this season after putting up 56 points…
Rockhoppers Have Contention Worthy Team in 2013
Last season the Boston Rockhoppers were the only team to successfully defeat the Kentucky Stickhorses. In 2013, they will have a full slate of games to play and general manager Anthony Fitti says that the Rockhoppers are prepared. “I feel very good about the way our roster is constructed at this point. The 10-12 guys we have protected right now are majority from our second game in Kentucky that we…
Chris Ajemian Blog: LXM Pro Makes a Stop in Utah
Editors Note: The LXM Pro Tour is the world’s only professional lacrosse tour, combining elite-level athletes with live music and fan interaction in festival-like events targeting mid and major American markets. Sean Morris and Chris Ajemian of Bostonlax are members of the tour and Chris (Team Sole) made the trip to Orem, Utah and recaps the latest event and shares his thoughts on the LXM Pro Tour! The LXM Pro Tour and its the…
Stealth Release Pre Season Schedule
The Washington Stealth has released its schedule of preseason activities, as the team prepares for the 2013 National Lacrosse League season. The preseason schedule begins with a Tryout Camp on November 17 and 18 and continues with four training camp weekends in December. On Saturday, November 17, the Stealth will be holding a pair of tryouts for players that are unsigned by NLL teams. The invite-only tryout will consist of three sessions,…
Hofstra Looks to Contend in CAA
Going into their last regular season game versus Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) rivals Penn State; the Hofstra Pride needed a win of their own as well as a win by St. Joseph’s to gain a berth in their conference tournament. However, the game ended in a similar fashion as several others in Hofstra’s 2012 season, an overtime loss. This loss officially ended the season for the Pride, leaving them 6-8 overall with a 2-4…
Toronto Keeps Most of Team In Tact, Looks to Compete for NLL Championship
Last Year the Toronto Rock were within a game of the Champions Cup but fell to their rivals the Rochester Knighthawks. Toronto will look to once again be a force in the NLL in 2013 and have been busy this offseason. During this offseason Toronto has resigned Jesse Gamble, Rob Marshall, Mike Hobbins, Brenden Thenhaus, Stephan Leblanc and Nick Inch. All these players are core role players who will help…
Wolverines Put Year One Struggles Behind Them
Michigan, who was 1-13 last season, needs some improvement with the defense AND the offense. Last year we saw that the Wolverines were not consistent with getting wins. Last year Michigan took a leap of faith and expanded their team in the Division One program. Michigan struggled with experience. They had 26 underclassmen 17 freshman and 9 sophomores. They need to be molded into a scoring machine team. Michigan had played the 34th…