For the Good and Welfare of ...Lacrosse

First and foremost I would like to appologize to the ten people that read this blog for not posting this entry in a timely fashion. That being said, the following are comments about the past two weeks'
Congratulations to Lyle and Miles Thompson and Taylor Cummings for winning the prestigious Tewaaraton Award. The Thompsons are a breath of fresh air, playing the game the way it was meant to be played. Yes, creativity has a place in this sport that we love. As my brother has said, " This act is something I'd pay to see!!!". Taylor Cummings, a true two way midfielder and we get to watch her for at least two more years of collegiate competition.

Kudos to Coach Danowski and the Blue Devils for a repeat performance. Notre Dame has alot to be proud of showing their character through the tournament. Folks we are witnessing the future of lacrosse with the stellar performances of Myles Jones and Sergio Perkovic. Two yound men, through countless hours of training have made themselves into players to be reconded with in the near future. Both the size of NFL tight ends and the athleticism of much smaller athletes.

Congratulations to Limestone and Tufts. Both showing the lacrosse world that the best of D2 and D3 can play with anyone. We knew that Tufts was remarkable when they beat RIT in the semi finals by a lopsided score and in the finals without their top offensive player. The D2 RAC committee must find a way to have the best two teams have a fighting chance to reach the finals. Kudos to LIU-Post, Adelphi, and NYIT for having super seasons.

At long last Maryland is back on top of D1 lacrosse, it's good for the game for you to be in the mix every year. Adelphi reigns supreme at the D2 level, but, again the semi final game was of championship caliber ( is the D2 theme coming through?) Last, but, not least are the women of Salisbury with a great tournament run, hustle, tenacity and team quickness triumphs again. Just remember there were two NESCAC teams in the semi finals. Will it be their future to be standing on the victory stand.

It's the start of the endless summer for College Lacrosse coaches, recruiting season has arrived. Get the travel chair, wide brimed hat, water and sun screen ready; it's a long June and July.
See you out there on the trail.

Respectfully submitted,
Russ Ketcham