Along with the rising exposure of lacrosse comes the opportunity to make this sport a full-time endeavor. Names like Paul Rabil, Kyle Harrison and Greg Gurenlian have found success in pursuing lacrosse and building a brand around their on-field achievements. They became the pioneers for a blossoming lacrosse movement.
But now is the time that women's lacrosse progresses just the same way. The last few years have seen a growth in the women's game and allowed stars like Taylor Cummings, Marie McCool, Kylie Ohlmiller and Michelle Tumolo have a platform to speak about the biggest issues facing the game. Not to mention, each is doing her part to grow the game on another level.
The November edition of US Lacrosse Magazine centers around these four women's lacrosse standouts and what they're doing to continue the upward trajectory of the game. Our anchor feature is a roundtable with Cummings, McCool, Ohlmiller and Tumolo on the state of the women's game and its future.
Also in this edition: Features on the dawn of the shot clock era and the Outlaws dynasty. Plus, we bring back Gym Rats for 2018, including players, coaches and officials.
ON THE COVER
Photo by Brian Schneider
Up close and personal with Marie McCool, who visited US Lacrosse for a photo and video shoot shortly after signing an endorsement deal with Brine/New Balance.
LETTERS
From the Editor: Silence Does Nothing
By Matt DaSilva
Within 24 hours of the September/October edition hitting mailboxes, we received hundreds of emails on Gordon Corsetti's inspiring story. Still more of you sounded off on social media. We provide you with a sample of that response.
FUEL
Root Cause
By Megan Schneider
Recent events spur talks among sport’s Native American leaders.
More Fight than Bite
By Matt Hamilton
How St. Joe’s goalie Mike Adler survived a shark attack and revived his career.
Follow the Leader
By Megan Schneider
Over the summer, US Lacrosse published “60 Ways to Play,” a free resource available for download featuring physical literacy games that do not require equipment. One such activity is mirroring, which is similar to the popular children’s game Follow the Leader.
Lacrosse for Everyone
By Alexis Heath
How the adaptive movement has increased access to the sport, including for Olivia Noyle, an 18-year-old with autism who helps run Parkville practices, Brendan Biancucci, a lacrosse player succeeding despite having epilepsy, and Atlantic Adaptive Lacrosse, which is helping give children with special needs a chance to play the game in Delaware.
GYM RATS
Karen Sutton: "Strong is the New Pretty"
By Megan Schneider
Meet the U.S. team doctor who could rival any of the players in the weight room.
John Galloway: Double Duty
By Matt Hamilton
John Galloway, the gold medal-winning goalkeeper for the U.S. national team and Jacksonville head coach, incorporates the Dolphins’ strength and conditioning program into his own regimen.
Tough Sledding
By Matt Hamilton
Sergio Perkovic has been busy since graduating from Notre Dame in 2017. He shows us how he gets his explosive abilities on the lacrosse field.
Fit for Stripes
By Matt Hamilton
Kevin Forrester was an avid weightlifter years ago, but with the changes in the game of lacrosse, he's had to adapt so he succeed as an official.
Just for Kicks
By Megan Schneider
Kara Mupo, the two-time NCAA champion and WPLL player, uses kickboxing to train for lacrosse.
Tandem Approach
By Megan Schneider
UConn coach Katie Woods and defensive coordinator Kacie Lewis work out as a team.
Star Power
By Megan Schneider
Juliet Baker, a women’s lacrosse official and high school athletic trainer in Portland, Ore., takes pride in her expertise in injury prevention and rehabilitation.
FEATURES
Seconds to Shoot
By Gary Lambrecht
The age of the shot clock has arrived.
The Time is Now
By Megan Schneider
A roundtable with Taylor Cummings, Marie McCool, Kylie Ohlmiller and Michelle Tumolo.
Game Changer
By Matt DaSilva
Brine introduces Warp Technology to women's lacrosse.
The Model MLL Franchise
By Phil Shore
After winning their third title in five years, the Denver Outlaws are more than just a dynasty — they’re the blueprint for professional lacrosse.
USA INSIDER
Rhode Island Proud
By Megan Schneider
Kari Buonanno aims to become just the second Ocean State product to suit up for the U.S. U19 team.
Look Out for U.S.
By Matt Hamilton
The underdog indoor team acquits itself well at LASNAI.
How To
Pinch & Pop
By Megan Schneider
U.S. faceoff specialist Greg Gurenlian runs through the basics of traditional exit.
How To
Explode Off the Line
By Megan Schneider
Team USA goalie Gussie Johns shares tips to stay a step ahead.
USL INSIDER
#FromTheField
Check out some of the top social media posts over the past few months, shedding light on US Lacrosse's efforts to the grow the game.
GIVE & GO
Charlie Bertrand
Interview by Megan Schneider
Merrimack’s two-time All-American credits his family for his sense of humor.