Good morning. Here’s the latest from around the lacrosse world:
1. Marie McCool, the former North Carolina and current Team USA and Baltimore Brave standout, graced the cover of the November edition of US Lacrosse Magazine, which was released Thursday.
Check out the cover shoot and stay tuned for a special roundtable on the future of the women’s game with McCool, Taylor Cummings, Kylie Ohlmiller and Michelle Tumolo.
We're excited to unveil our latest edition, featuring Marie McCool on the cover! A behind-the-scenes at the photo/video shoothttps://t.co/AeFCqjxQit pic.twitter.com/lgGPDJDYT4
— US Lacrosse Magazine (@USLacrosseMag) October 25, 2018
This was such a fun day! The article that goes with this about the state of the Women’s game is a must read. It was a pleasure to be a part of an awesome discussion with the best in the game! @tcummings_21 @kylieohlmiller @MTumolo35 https://t.co/rkcFat4Upj
— Marie McCool (@mariemccool4) October 25, 2018
2. Charlotte Hounds coach Jim Stagnitta will not return as head coach in 2019, the team announced Thursday. He was the franchise’s most winningest coach. The news comes three days after the announcement of Paul Rabil’s Premier Lacrosse League.
"The Hounds would like to thank Coach Stagnitta for three seasons of dedicated service to the Hounds organization and the MLL," general manager Mike Cerino said. "We wish Jim the best moving forward."
3. The #BestOfLax Best Game of 2018 poll dropped Thursday. Read about the four finalists and cast your vote today!
Our #BestOfLax finalists for Best Game of 2018:
— US Lacrosse Magazine (@USLacrosseMag) October 25, 2018
* @CanadaLacrosse-@USAMLax
* @DU_MLAX - @UAlbanyMLax
* @PennStateWLAX - @UMichWLAX
* @StonyBrookWLAX - @BCwlax
READ https://t.co/aBVXV3Goy2
VOTE
4. The Premier Lacrosse League continues to make headlines as more news drops, announcing members of its advisory board.
Humbled to have the Head of @CAA_Sports, Mike Levine, as a member of our Advisory Board. His impact on major athletes, teams, leagues, brands, and media rights is unmatched in sports. Excited to have Vino’s horsepower behind the @PremierLacrosse. pic.twitter.com/ySKBPsEJ1W
— Paul Rabil (@PaulRabil) October 25, 2018
.@EKANardini is a media mogul and CEO of Barstool Sports.
— Premier Lacrosse League (@PremierLacrosse) October 25, 2018
We’re humbled and excited to have her serve on the Advisory Board of the Premier Lacrosse League. pic.twitter.com/ywHwShxxFn
5. A trio of goalies – David Mather, Gowah Abrams and Jacob Lazore – shared their motivation behind making the 2019 U.S. indoor squad.
“Lacrosse is lacrosse wherever you go,” Abrams said. “The whole Lyle Thompson saying, ‘It’s not for the name on the front or the back. It’s for the Creator.’ We all play for one guy. I don’t care what jersey I have on. As long as I get a chance to play, it’s a win in my book.”
5. Boston University has entered a new era under new coach Lauren Morton, who returns to her alma mater hoping to take the Terriers back to the NCAA tournament, something she experience four times as a player.
“I had four phenomenal years in NCAA's here,” she said. “I think it’s something that’s inspiring for the girls to hear and makes them want to work hard.”