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Hoyas Alumn Kyle Sweeney Inducted to Pro Lacrosse Hall of Fame 8/6/24

August 6, 2024

[MEDIA RELEASE 8/6/24] WASHINGTON – Former Georgetown University standout Kyle Sweeney (B’03) was enshrined in the Professional Lacrosse Hall of Fame over the weekend, joining the third class of inductees for the honor. Sweeney had previously been inducted to the USA Lacrosse National Lacrosse Hall of Fame in January as well. As a professional, Sweeney put together a storied pro lacrosse career. Playing 15 seasons in Major League Lacrosse –…

Lacrosse is Awesome© would like to welcome Jeremy Smeltzer, the newest member of our team!! 8/6/24

August 6, 2024

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Jeremy Smeltzer, NCAA Photographer Jeremy Smeltzer is a talented and experienced sports photographer based in Delaware. With over 20 years of experience behind the lens, he has photographed a wide range of sports, from little league to professional athletics. Jeremy comes from a family of photographers and his passion for capturing the perfect moment shines through in his high-quality images and creative editing style. He is known for bringing a…

Film study: Ajax Zappitello will bring ‘technician’ footwork to Whipsnakes 5/27/24

May 27, 2024

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By Adam Lamberti | May 27, 2024 “Complete.” That’s the word Maryland Whipsnakes defender Matt Dunn has used to describe his team’s new first-round draft pick. Widely regarded as the top defensive prospect in the 2024 College Draft, Ajax Zappitello does a lot of things really well defensively. He can defend on-ball with elite footwork. He’s always in an athletic stance off-ball, ready to slide and help a teammate or…

No. 5 Denver Rides Hot Start in NCAA Win over Michigan 5/11/24

May 12, 2024

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By: Niko Blankship The Pioneers outscored Michigan 7-1 in the opening quarter en-route to a 16-11 win in-front of a sellout crowd at Peter Barton Lacrosse Stadium on Saturday evening Next Game: vs. No. 4 Syracuse/Towson Winner 5/19/2024 | 10 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. MT ESPNU Matchup History DENVER – The No. 5 seed University of Denver men’s lacrosse program shot out of a cannon in the opening 15…

PLL 11 Undrafted Rookies to Watch 5/9/24

May 12, 2024

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By Adam Lamberti | May 9, 2024 We knew there were going to be some very good undrafted players because of how deep this draft was. Many coaches commented on not only the depth of this class during the pre-draft press conferences, but how many good players would be available following the draft. You get the sense many coaches are chomping at the bit to get some more quality players,…

PLL Lamberti: College Draft Big Board 2.0 May 6, 2024

May 7, 2024

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By Adam Lamberti | May 6, 2024 It’s finally here. The PLL draft is a day away, and I’m excited to release my final big board for over 60 prospects that I think have a chance to be drafted and/or claimed after the draft. Dylan Hess, Patrick Hackler, and Emmett Carroll are expected to use their final years of eligibility, hence their omission from this list. Without further ado… 1….

No. 2-Seeded Delaware Men’s Lacrosse Falls to Top-Seeded Towson in CAA Championship, 15-6 May 4, 2024

May 6, 2024

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TOWSON, Md. – The University of Delaware men’s lacrosse team fell to top-seeded Towson 15-6 in the 2024 CAA Championship, Saturday afternoon at Johnny Unitas Stadium. HENS HIGHLIGHTS Freshman Tyler Owings tallied two goals on the day. JP Ward had three points on two assists and one goal. Mike Robinson, John McCurry, and Cam Acchione each had a goal. Kevin Ellington recorded 12 saves, his sixth straight game with double…

Hoyas Win! Georgetown Wins Sixth-Straight BIG EAST Men’s Lacrosse Championship 5/4/24

May 5, 2024

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VILLANOVA, Pa. – Georgetown University’s men’s lacrosse team defeated Villanova 11-10 in overtime at the BIG EAST Championship, Presented by JEEP to claim their sixth-straight conference championship. The Hoyas earn the league’s automatic bid to the upcoming 2024 NCAA Men’s Lacrosse Tournament and will make their 17th overall appearance on the national stage. Hoya Highlights Alexander Vardaro led the Hoyas with two goals and an assist while Patrick Crogan added…

Carroll’s OT Winner Lifts Hoyas to BIG EAST Championship Finals 5/2/24

May 3, 2024

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VILLANOVA, Pa. – Georgetown University’s men’s lacrosse team defeated Providence 14-13 in overtime to advance to the finals of the BIG EAST Championship, Presented by JEEP. Senior captain Aidan Carroll hit the game-winner with 48 seconds left in the extra period, capping a seven-goal, two-assist performance for the 10th-ranked Hoyas. Hoya Highlights Carroll scored seven goals, including the game-winner in overtime, to go with two assists for nine points on…

Michigan Rallies Past Hopkins, 10-7, in Big Ten Semifinals 5/2/24

May 3, 2024

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Blue Jays Slip to 10-4 With Semifinal Loss 5/2/24 COLUMBUS, OH – Fourth-seeded Michigan answered a five-goal run by top-seeded Johns Hopkins with an eight-goal run of its own to turn an early five-goal deficit into a 10-7 victory over the Blue Jays in the Big Ten Men’s Lacrosse Semifinals Thursday evening at Ohio State Lacrosse Stadium. The win propels the Wolverines into the title game for the second straight…

[4/5] Denver Falls to [RV/-] Villanova in BIG EAST Semifinal 5/2/24

May 3, 2024

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By: Niko Blankenship Box Score VILLANOVA, Pa. – The [4/5] top-seeded University of Denver men’s lacrosse program fell to fourth-seeded Villanova 10-9 on Thursday evening in the first of two BIG EAST Semifinals at Villanova Stadium. KEY PERFORMANCES: JJ Sillstrop netted a hat trick on 3-of-8 shooting with three ground balls. Mic Kelly had a pair of goals, Denver’s only other multi-goal scorers of the game. Alec Stathakis went 15-of-21…

Robinson Sets Program Goals Record but, No. 18 Delaware Men’s Lacrosse Falls to No. 15 Towson in Regular Season Finale 4/26/24

April 29, 2024

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NEWARK, Del. – Graduate student Mike Robinson became the Delaware men’s lacrosse program leader in goals scored Friday night in the Blue Hens’ 11-10 loss to Towson, ending their five game winning streak. The Hens are now the No. 2 seed in next week’s CAA Championship tournament. As the No. 2 seed, Delaware draws No. 3-seeded Fairfield in a semifinal matchup on Thursday, May 2 in Towson, Md. at Johnny Unitas Stadium. Game time…

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