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