LETTERS
From the CEO: Forward Thinking
By Steve Stenersen
The FIL has adopted a new strategic plan, the aspirations of which have introduced a pivotal period in the sport’s history.
From the Editor: Common Ground
By Matt DaSilva
An all-day tour of Jerusalem and the Old City set the tone for a deeply meaningful experience in Israel.
FUEL
Toran Maronic’s Miraculous Recovery
By Laurel Pfahler
Two years after a freak collision left him in a vegetative state, Toran Maronic played for a state title.
Coach Battling ALS Inspired State Title
By Justin Feil
As long as he can walk and talk, Graham Harden will keep coaching kids and fighting for his cause.
Westview (Ore.) Players Saved Teammate’s Life
By Megan Schneider
After surviving a scary episode of commotio cordis, Colby Clay owes his life to Ben Balzer and Ben Wu, as well as the emergency responders who sprung into action May 23.
Making Waves
By Laurel Pfahler and Mike Loveday
Culver Military Academy laid claim to the No. 1 spot in the Nike/US Lacrosse High School Boys’ National Top 25 and Strath Haven (Pa.) senior midfielder Jeffrey Conner was named the Warrior/US Lacrosse National Player of the Year.
New Champion in Town
By Laurel Pfahler and Will Cleveland
For the first time in nine years, McDonogh (Md.) did not claim the No. 1 ranking in the Nike/US Lacrosse High School Girls’ National Top 25. That honor belonged to Manhasset (N.Y.), while Cold Spring Harbor (N.Y.) senior midfielder Sophia DeRosa earned Brine/US Lacrosse National Player of the Year honors.
Faces on the Field
Do What Makes You Happy
As Told to Matt DaSilva
Aniya Flanagan, a the recently graduated defender from the University of Florida, never wanted to be stereotyped, instead breaking the mold as a black lacrosse player.
Faces on the Field
Anyone Can Score
As Told to Matt DaSilva
Jeremy Winston, a rising sophomore midfielder for Jacksonville University, says lacrosse’s growth will inevitably make more than an all-white sport.
Life After Lax
Passion for Fashion
By Matt Hamilton
North Carolina graduate and New England Command midfielder Carly Reed has built her own clothing and lifestyle company, even outfitting the Stanley Cup champion Washington Capitals.
FEATURES
Miracle on the Mediterranean
By Matt DaSilva
On the 10th day, in the seventh game and 560th minute and with one second remaining in the FIL World Championship, Tom Schreiber etched his name in lacrosse lore.
From VP to MVP
By Brian Logue
Michael Ehrhardt shed the business suit and 20 pounds, transforming into the havoc-wreaking force the U.S. needed in Israel.
Lacrosse Saved My Life
By Gordon Corsetti and Matt DaSilva
From the dark recesses of Gordon Corsetti’s mind emerged a story of friendship and survival.
The Unexpected Pioneer
By Corey McLaughlin
How David Morrow shattered doubts to rise to the top of the lacrosse industry.
Challenge Accepted
By Megan Schneider
Why the wait was worth it for Maryland’s Hall of Fame keeper Alex Kahoe.
The Nationals Generation
By Paul Krome
Girls’ club teams marked 10th-annual US Lacrosse Nationals with emotional moments and dramatic competition.