Boston - Major League Lacrosse today announced a partnership with The Crown Lacrosse Classic, an inaugural lacrosse event hosted by the Charlotte Hounds and Southern Select Lacrosse Showcase that will be held on March 8 and 10. 

“Chris Schiller spent 12 years in Major League Lacrosse,” said Alexander Brown, MLL Commissioner. “And we are thrilled to support him as he brings the Crown Lacrosse Classic to Charlotte, where some of the best our collegiate game has to offer will be on display.” 

The Crown Lacrosse Classic is the first independent college lacrosse tournament to be held in Charlotte and will feature four of the nation’s premier programs – Cornell, Jacksonville, Penn State and Towson. The Classic will host three lacrosse teams that are preseason Top 25 selections. Fans will have an opportunity to see top MLL prospects, such as Zach Goodrich (Towson), Jack McCulloch (Cornell), and Chris Sabia (Penn State) competing in this round-robin event.

“We couldn’t be more excited to partner with an organization that I spent 12 years playing and coaching in,” said Chris Schiller owner and founder of Southern Select Lacrosse Showcase. “By partnering with the Hounds and MLL, the Crown Lacrosse Classic is bringing the ultimate experience to Charlotte lacrosse fans. For me personally, it’s exciting to partner with the league that has played such a significant role in my career.”

In addition to bringing high-level lacrosse to Charlotte, a portion of the proceeds and in-game fundraising events will benefit the first responders of the Carolinas.

Fans can get more info about the Crown Lacrosse Classic or tickets to the game at www.thecrownlacrosse.com.

Schedule

March 8:

• 5:30 p.m. - Jacksonville vs. Towson

• 8 p.m. - Penn State vs. Cornell

March 10:

• 1 p.m. - Cornell vs. Towson

• 3:30 p.m. - Penn State vs. Jacksonville