Is this Devon Wills’ last ride?

Wills, one of the best goalies and most influential figures in women’s lacrosse history, is preparing for the FIL Women’s World Cup and the ensuing IWGA World Games — the latter marking an important milestone for the sport in its pursuit of Olympic recognition.

Our “Chasing Rings” package features Wills, the one-time phenom and future Hall of Famer, in addition to her U.S. teammates Brooke Griffin, Michelle Tumolo, Ally Carey, Sarah Bullard and Laura Zimmerman.

Also in the May/June edition of US Lacrosse Magazine, members will find regional content specific to US Lacrosse’s efforts to grow the game in their area, plus a five-page feature on the Evergreen wonder, Loyola’s Pat Spencer, and a “Give & Go” with the legend, Gary Gait.

DIGITAL EDITION

On the Cover

Devon Wills is America’s goalie. Will this be her last World Cup?
PHOTO BY DUSTIN SNIPES

Letters

From the CEO
US Lacrosse CEO Steve Stenersen’s tribute to Bill Tanton, a colorful and prolific instituion who has retired after 21 years at the Lacrosse Foundation/US Lacrosse.

From the Editor
The World Games are a win for the sport, writes US Lacrosse editor-in-chief Matt DaSilva.

Features

Wills’ Last Ride?

The one-time phenom and now-veteran U.S. goalie hopes the next generation ushers lacrosse into the Olympics.
BY MEGAN SCHNEIDER

Promise Fulfilled

When Brooke Griffin sees a hawk, she knows she is not alone.
BY MATT WHITE

Better than Ever

Four years after getting cut and then tearing her ACL, Michelle Tumolo is the quarterback of the U.S. offense.
BY MATT HAMILTON

The Grinders

From U19 to World Cup stardom, Ally Carey and Sarah Bullard show how hard work pays off.
BY BRIAN LOGUE

The Evergreen Wonder

How late bloomer Pat Spencer blossomed into one of the best players in college lacrosse.
BY GARY LAMBRECHT

Fuel

The Mass Bay Way

MBYLL, celebrating its 25th anniversary, offers a blueprint for growing the game in your community.
BY MATT DASILVA

The Droid Who Played Lacrosse

A “Life After Lax” interview with “Westworld” actor Jeffrey Wright, who was a stick doctor at Amherst.
BY MATT HAMILTON

When to Train

And how to know when the time is right for your kid.
BY JAY DYER

Kid Innovators

Young entrepreneurs Will Dadouris and Samantha Wolfe have caught the attention of the lacrosse industry.
BY MATT HAMILTON AND MEGAN SCHNEIDER

Friends for Life

In his farewell column, Bill Tanton reflects on a lifelong love of lacrosse and its unique culture.
BY BILL TANTON

Give & Go

Gary Gait

The lacrosse legend’s handiwork only started with Air Gait.
INTERVIEW BY MEGAN SCHNEIDER