Wes Welker Gives Speech to University of Denver Men’s Lacrosse Team (Video)

May 20, 2013; Englewood, CO, USA; Denver Broncos wide receiver Wes Welker (83) speaks to the media following organized team activities at the Broncos training facility. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

Before the No. 4 seeded University of Denver Lacrosse team and the No. 1 seeded Syracuse University Orange play on Saturday at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pa., Denver was graced with the presence of Wes Welker. The Denver Bronco didn’t dazzle like Ray Lewis’ speech to the Loyola team last year, but he did speak from the heart. Read More…

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Retail Spotlight: Madlax x LPG Convertible Shorts

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Launching our line of Convertible Shorts in December of 2012 was a big feat for Lacrosse Playground. Providing our readers with high quality shorts that you can wear in any occasion was our top priority during the design and manufacturing process. We feel special that many of you understand the concept and wear them with pride. We are also fortunate enough to have retailers such as Madlax sell them in their store. Read More…

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SkyCam returns to NCAA Division I Men’s Lacrosse Championship

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The SkyCam returns for the fourth year to the NCAA Division I Men’s Lacrosse Championship on ESPN Saturday, May 25, and Monday, May 27, from Philadelphia. SkyCam footage will be used throughout the weekend telecasts. For Monday’s title game, an isolated feed — Live SkyCam Presentation — can be seen on ESPNU, ESPN3 and WatchESPN, including announcer audio and replays. Read More…

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Join Epoch and Lacrosse Playground for the Official Kick-Off to Championship Weekend

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Friday, May 24, Epoch Lacrosse and Lacrosse Playground will be hosting our annual Championship Weekend bash. Last year we had a great time in Boston and we are looking to do the same thing this year in Philly. We will be hosting the party at Fieldhouse Sports & Bar Hall downtown Philly near the Convention Center. Read More…

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2013 Lacrosse Hall of Fame Inductees Named

BALTIMORE, May 22, 2013 — The 2013 induction class for the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame has been approved by the US Lacrosse Board of Directors. This year’s eight-person class will be officially inducted in a ceremony, sponsored by Bollinger Sports Insurance and the Markel Insurance Company, on Saturday, October 26, at The Grand Lodge in Hunt Valley, Md. Read More…

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We are Hosting the Tewaaraton Award After Party, May 30

We Are Hosting the Tewaaraton Award After Party

George will be hosting the Tewaaraton Award Ceremony After Party for the fourth year in a row on May 30th. Brought to you by Motive Pure, this party has attracted the strongest lax talent on the GDF in years past so expect to see split roll combos, fake flips and ridiculous lettuce. Read More…

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Hamilton activates No. 5 Draft Pick Josh Hawkins

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BOSTON (Tues., May 22, 2013) – Major League Lacrosse, the premier professional outdoor lacrosse league, announced today that it has received the contract for No. 5 overall draft pick Josh Hawkins who has been activated by the Hamilton Nationals in advance of their game against the Ohio Machine this Thursday, May 23, at 7:30 p.m. Read More…

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Lacrosse legend Mike Powell to attend Men’s Lacrosse Championship

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The 2013 NCAA® Men’s Lacrosse Championship takes place this weekend at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pa. and Mike Powell, four-time NCAA First Team All-American, will be on-site to meet fans at the Capital One Cup Fan Zone. Powell will sign autographs and watch fans put their skills to the test, performing sports drills and other interactive experiences on Saturday, May 25 from 12 PM to 4 PM and Monday, May 27 from 9 AM to 1 PM. Read More…

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Three Pioneers Earn USILA Scholar All-America Honors

DENVER – University of Denver men’s lacrosse seniors Drew Babb (Centennial, Colo.), Kyle Hercher (Littleton, Colo.) and Eric Law (Denver, Colo.) were selected as Scholar All-American, it was announced by the Unites States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association. These three student-athletes bring the Pioneers’ total to 10 honorees since the men’s lacrosse program became Division I to earn the honor. Read More…

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Warrior’s Clausen to Cut Hair For HEADstrong at NCAA Championships

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Philadelphia, PA – Since his playing days at the University of Virginia, Ken Clausen has established himself as one of the most recognizable figures in the game of lacrosse. Clausen’s popularity isn’t the only thing that has grown over the years, in that time he has grown what is considered by many to be the best hair in the sport. His iconic locks, handlebar mustache and unique personality caught the eye of Warrior Sports and in 2010 he joined the team as a spokesman and Mountain Pacific territory representative. Read More…

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