“We are honored to have the American Forces Network carry some of our marquee games this season,” said MLL Commissioner David Gross. “This will ensure that our servicemen and women all over the world will have the opportunity to enjoy the best MLL action this summer.”

This is the fourth year the network carries MLL’s games dating back to 2010 when AFN broadcast Championship Weekend for the first time. The following year AFN started broadcasting the All-Star Game as well, allowing American lacrosse fans around the world the opportunity to watch the best talent in outdoor lacrosse.

“We are delighted to continue our relationship with Major League Lacrosse and bring exciting action-packed MLL lacrosse coverage to the U.S. military service members and their families deployed around the world,” said Corey Slutsky, chief of AFN sports programming. “AFN provides a touch of home to those deployed, and having MLL lacrosse on our schedule allows us to continue to provide the best sports to our deserving audience.”

This year, AFN will broadcast the All-Star Game on Saturday, July 13, followed by all of the action from Championship Weekend at PPL Park in Philadelphia, Pa. Saturday and Sunday August 24 and 25.

The AFN service can be accessed outside of the U.S. in 175 territories including U.S. military installations, U.S. embassies and U.S. consulates. AFN can also be accessed by more than 140 U.S. Naval ships at sea outside of U.S. territorial waters.

Rohnert Park, CA – Sonoma State Men’s Lacrosse has announced Panchito Ojeda has been promoted to Head Coach and Matt Blamey to Associate Head Coach. Sonoma State finished second in the WCLL this past year and seventh in the final Men’s Collegiate Lacrosse Association Coach’s Poll.

The Sonoma State Men’s Lacrosse team has agreed to mutually part ways with Doug Carl who served as Head Coach for the past three seasons. Sonoma State Men’s Lacrosse would like to thank Coach Carl for his years of service to the SSU program and wish him the best in all future endeavors.

“At the conclusion of the year Doug and I sat down to discuss the future of SSU Lacrosse.” said long time team administrator Mike Annala. “After much discussion we agreed that with his pending family obligations, which would require him to step away from coaching in a year, it would be best for the coaching change to occur now. Doug has always considered the interests of the program and players as the primary goal and he will continue to be a valued friend and resource to both me and the team.”

“First and foremost I would like to thank Doug Carl for his contributions to Sonoma State Lacrosse and the opportunity to join Sonoma in 2010. I could not be more excited with where our program has come from and where we are going.” Ojeda continued, “Coach Blamey came here in 2011 and his impact was immediately felt. He guided the defense to a Top 5 rating in the country and will be an intricate part of the continued growth of Sonoma State Lacrosse.”

“We have made significant strides in my first couple of seasons with Sonoma State. The opportunity Coach Carl has given me has been a great one for which I will always be thankful. I am excited to do my part and continue to contribute to the success of our program at the both the conference and national level.” added Blamey. “ More importantly, I look forward to keeping Sonoma State as a model MCLA program and tremendous environment for student-athletes to flourish!”

Panchito Ojeda was the Head Coach at Marquette University from 2007-2010 before joining on at Sonoma State as the Assistant Coach. He has been the Offensive Coordinator the past two years. Matt Blamey joined Sonoma State in 2011 after serving as the founder and first head coach at Northern Virginia Community College, the first junior college lacrosse program in the state of Virginia. He has been the Defensive Coordinator at SSU for the past two years.

About Sonoma State
Sonoma State University is located in Rohnert Park, CA and has an enrollment of just over 9,000 students. Sonoma State Men’s Lacrosse competes in the Western College Lacrosse League (WCLL) Division I. Follow Sonoma State Men’s Lacrosse online at http://ssulacrosse.com.

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Marasco was one of five midfielders, along with John Haus (Maryland), Cameron Flint (Denver), David Lawson (Duke) and Tom Schreiber (Princeton), named to the USILA All-America First Team.

Orange teammates Brian Megill (Clark, N.J.), Luke Cometti (Syracuse, N.Y.) and Henry Schoonmaker (Portland, Ore.) joined Marasco on the organization’s 2013 list of All-Americans. Megill was named to the second team, while Cometti and Schoonmaker received honorable mention honors.

This is the second time Marasco and Megill have been rewarded with USILA All-America status. Marasco was an honorable mention choice in 2011 and Megill received second-team plaudits in 2012. Cometti and Schoonmaker are first-time honorees.

A Tewaaraton Award finalist and the BIG EAST Midfielder of the Year, Marasco ranks fifth in the BIG EAST in scoring (3.22 points per game) and second in assists (2.11 per game). He leads the Orange in points (58) and holds the school single-season record for assists by a midfielder with 38 this season.

Megill has started every game for the Orange on close defense and he is a two-time unanimous All-BIG EAST First Team performer. He holds the Orange record for career caused turnovers (100) and he leads the Orange this season with 48 ground balls. Megill also has 22 caused turnovers, good for third on the squad.

Cometti plays with Marasco on the Orange’s first midfield line. He is tied for the team lead in goals (30) and ranks third on the Orange with 39 points.

Schoonmaker anchors Syracuse’s second midfield. He has 18 goals and five assists this season. Against Princeton on April 6, Schoonmaker had a breakout game, recording four goals and two assists to lead the Orange past the Tigers, 13-12.

Syracuse is the top seed in the NCAA Division I Men’s Lacrosse Championship. The Orange will face Denver in the national semifinals on Saturday, May 25 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. Faceoff is scheduled for 5 p.m. on ESPN2.

Full List:

FIRST TEAM
Attack
Marcus Holman, University of North Carolina
Robert Pannell, Cornell University
Lyle Thompson, University at Albany

Defense
Tucker Durkin, Johns Hopkins University
Joe Fletcher, Loyola University
Jason Noble, Cornell University

Face-Off
Brendan Fowler, Duke University

Goalie
Austin Kaut, Penn State University

LP Midfield
Jesse Bernhardt, University of Maryland

Midfield
Cameron Flint, University of Denver
John Haus, University of Maryland
David Lawson, Duke University
JoJo Marasco, Syracuse University
Tom Schreiber, Princeton University

SECOND TEAM
Attack
Kieran McArdle, St. John’s University
Logan Schuss, The Ohio State University
Jordan Wolf, Duke University

Defense
Michael Ehrhardt, University of Maryland
Scott McWilliams, University of Virginia
Brian Megill, Syracuse University

Face-Off
Mike Poppleton, Johns Hopkins University

Goalie
Niko Amato, University of Maryland

LP Midfield
Scott Ratliff, Loyola University

Midfield
Connor Buczek, Cornell University
Michael Chanenchuk, University of Maryland
Chad Tutton, University of North Carolina
Matt White, University of Virginia

THIRD TEAM
Attack
Mark Cockerton, University of Virginia
Steve Mock, Cornell University
Joey Sankey, University of North Carolina

Defense
Brendan Buckley, United States Military Academy
Matt Miller, University of Notre Dame
Goran Murray, University of Maryland

Face-Off
Kevin Massa, Bryant University

Goalie
Dillon Ward, Bellarmine University

LP Midfield
John LoCascio, Villanova University

Midfield
David Dickson, Bucknell University
Rob Emery, University of Virginia
Jim Marlatt, University of Notre Dame
Josh Offit, Duke University
Max Van Bourgondien, Cornell University

HONORABLE MENTION
Attack
Peter Baum, Colgate University
Wesley Berg, University of Denver
Jimmy Bitter, University of North Carolina
Robert Church, Drexel University
Thomas DeNapoli, Towson University
David DiMaria, Lehigh University
Josh Dionne, Duke University
Jack Forster, Penn State University
Jeff Froccaro, Princeton University
John Glesener, United States Military Academy
Ty Thompson, University at Albany
Matt Kavanagh, University of Notre Dame
Eric Law, University of Denver
Alex Love, Hobart College
Mike MacDonald, Princeton University
Brandon Mangan, Yale University
Nick O’Reilly, University of Virginia
Connor Rice, Marist College
Jack Rice, Villanova University
Mike Sawyer, Loyola University
Wells Stanwick, Johns Hopkins University
Miles Thompson, University at Albany
Garrett Thul, United States Military Academy
Justin Ward, Loyola University

Defense
Reid Acton, Loyola University
Peter Johnson, Yale University
Chris Lightner, Johns Hopkins University
Joe Meurer, The Ohio State University
Michael Noone, Lehigh University
Anthony Santomo, University of Pennsylvania
Jake Smith, University of Massachusetts
Ty Souders, Lehigh University

Face-Off
Dylan Levings, Yale University

Goalie
Pierce Bassett, Johns Hopkins University
John Kemp, University of Notre Dame
Matt Poillon, Lehigh University
Andrew Wascavage, Towson University

LP Midfield
Thomas Keith, Cornell University
Mason Poli, Bryant University

Midfield
Dominique Alexander, The Ohio State University
Davis Butts, Loyola University
Landon Carr, University of Maryland
Luke Cometti, Syracuse University
Ryan Creighton, University of North Carolina
Will Haus, Duke University
Josh Hawkins, Loyola University
Jesse King, The Ohio State University
Tom LaCrosse, Penn State University
Ben McIntosh, Drexel University
Jeremy Noble, University of Denver
Henry Schoonmaker, Syracuse University
Sam Snow, Fairfield University
Jake Tripucka, Duke University
Jeff Tundo, Stony Brook University

2013 Summer Schedule:
Register online: www.nyclacrossecamps.com

Boy’s Camps
Camp 1: June 10th to June 14th, 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Camp 2: June 17th to June 21st, 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Camp 3: June 24th to June 28th, 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Girl’s Camps
Camp 1: June 10th to June 14th, 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Camp 2: June 17th to June 21st, 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
*Bus Service to and from Manhattan Provided

The pride of the West, Baum grew up within the Adrenaline family. As a high school athlete he quickly garnered the attention of NCAA coaches by competing in top-level Adrenaline recruitment programs. Baum was also a star member of Adrenaline’s West Coast Starz program where he would eventually return to coach. Baum is an integral member of the legendary Adrenaline Tropics Club (which is considered by many to be one of the top post high school club programs in the nation).

Peter’s 2012 Tewaaraton winning season, while attending Colgate University, is one of the best statistical years of any player in the history of the game. He was the NCAA leader with 5.39 points per game while also leading with 3.72 goals per game. His 67 goals in the 2012 season ranks 6th all time. “Peter has been a part of the Adrenaline family for many years. While we have all been extremely proud of his playing accomplishments, everyone knows that our company has a larger mission than just what happens on the field. To us, this is why Peter was a perfect fit. As a true ambassador of the new era of lacrosse he has proven through coaching, mentoring, and serving as a role model, that he truly believes in what we are doing at Adrenaline and LXM PRO. The Adrenaline Movement needs guys like him and we are proud that he has joined us as we help foster the growth of another generation of talented, mindful, and socially conscious athletes”, states Alex Cade, President Adrenaline Lacrosse. In addition to being a signed professional athlete for Adrenaline, Baum will also have a full time position with the talented marketing team that Adrenaline has assembled.

Baum will join an impressive list of top players who are competing in LXM PRO. Among them are Kyle Harrison (3 time All-American, Tewaaraton winner, Team USA), Sam Bradman (4 time All-American, 2012 Player of The Year, Team USA), Billy Bitter (3 time All-American, ACC Player of The Year), Matt Russell (3 time All-American, Goaltender of the Year), Graham Gill (3 time All-American), John Christmas (2 time All-American), and a full complement of other former collegiate All-Americans dedicated to delivering an impactful and unique lacrosse experience to teams and fans alike.

Peter will make his professional debut as a member of Team STX, on June 8th in Orange County, California. Team STX will face Team Maverik United to kick off the 2013 LXM PRO Tour. The LXM PRO game Presented by Champion will be held in concert with the annual Adrenaline All-American Game at Orange Coast College. “It is especially meaningful to start my career with Adrenaline and LXM PRO at this event that provides a venue for the top western players to receive the highest level of recognition. It was an awesome experience being a guest coach for players at the first Adrenaline All American game. It meant a lot to me and I am excited to get back onto the field with the rest of the LXM PRO’s and Adrenaline All Americans” states Baum.

For more info on the Adrenaline LXM PRO Tour events including how to register your team or where to purchase tickets go to: www.adrln.com

Related:
Join Epoch and Lacrosse Playground for the Official Kick-Off to Championship Weekend
We are Hosting the Tewaaraton Award After Party, May 30

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 Lacrosse team last year, but he did speak from the heart. He spoke about pain, sacrifice, and hard work.

My initial thought was, “Was Peyton Manning unavailable?” But, then I came to realize that Welker’s less than ostentatious journey to the NFL is similar (not really, but you know) to Denver’s journey to the Final Four. Denver and Welker’s path to the big game from small, humble beginnings is inspiring.

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The semifinals will be on ESPN2 and WatchESPN as No. 7 seed Duke faces unseeded Cornell at 2:30 p.m., followed by top-seeded Syracuse against No. 4 seed Denver at 5 p.m. The National Championship game will air Monday at 1 p.m. on ESPN and WatchESPN. Eamon McAnaney will call the action with analyst Quint Kessenich and sideline reporter/analyst Paul Carcaterra.

Additional Game Features
· Microphones will be worn by all three officials during the semifinals and championship, providing on-field dialogue throughout the telecast with periodic switches to each official.

· Additional microphones will be mounted on the goals and on-field audio will also be present.

· The telecast will use nine cameras, plus the SkyCam and Super Slo Motion camera.

· Among the stories ESPN will be tracking, include: Cornell’s Rob Pannell’s quest to break the NCAA Division I all-time scoring record; Denver’s Wesley Berg, averaging six goals per game during the postseason, is positioned to break the tournament scoring record; Duke, under coach John Danowksi, has been to the Final Four in each of his seven years; Syracuse returns to the semis for first time since 2009; and Denver coach Bill Tierney has amassed an impressive resume in his 27 years of coaching.

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