Quint Kessenich’s Top 20: April 15th, 2024
My Top 20 presented by SPIRE Lacrosse, always a treacherous exercise. Quint Kessenich’s Top 20 presented by Spire 1) Notre Dame In front of 7480 fans at LIU the Golden Domers got a game-winning goal with six seconds on the clock from Ben Ramsay to take down Cornell 18-17. This game was pure enjoyment for […]
Who is the Big Ten Lacrosse Favorite?
The Big Ten Lacrosse scene is buzzing more than ever as we dive into the core of the season. Right now, the conference is rocking a solid 22-5 win-loss record. That’s pretty impressive, but we all know the real test begins when these teams start squaring off against each other. Up until now, it’s looked […]
Anatomy of a Comeback : Denver Pioneers
The Denver at Hopkins game on Saturday featured a handful of complex situational lacrosse scenarios. The tactical portion of the last four minutes and overtime proved to be critical to the outcome and is worthy of analysis. For coaches and players, these nuanced moments are worthy of study and practice. They often decide big games […]
A Star Is Born
The lacrosse opening day game that I remember most was on March 2, 2002. Hopkins hosted defending Champion and #1 ranked Princeton. I was along for the ride with Scott Garceau and Keith Mills on WMAR, the ABC affiliate in Baltimore, back when 2Sports televised a game of the week. Princeton was knee deep in […]
2023 Fall Review
Autumn events are finishing up as the leaves age red to orange, fluttering in the breeze. Get out your rake. Fall is over, Winter is coming. That means the regular season is also creeping near. Just 15 weeks until real games. Three months before the winter portion of the schedule begins. What am I hearing? […]
Pro Lacrosse Roundup : Baltimore Edition
Premier Lacrosse League action on Saturday afternoon from Johns Hopkins saw the Archers lock up a playoff appearance with an overtime win over the Atlas. Tom Schreiber found net with a righty rip running off a two-man game at the top of the arc. Schreiber was 0-1 the first 3 Quarters. Canned the last 2 […]
23 Takeaways from the 2023 College Lacrosse Season
The 2023 college lacrosse season was remarkable in so many ways. A brand new champion was crowned, young programs made significant steps, and shockingly there was more controversy surrounding the current rules of the game. All in all, the game is as strong as it’s ever been and the 2023 college season has set us […]
Ranking the 2023 NCAA D1 Lacrosse Tournament Helmets
As the NCAA Division 1 Men’s Lacrosse National Tournament captivates sports fans across the country, it’s not just the thrilling gameplay and remarkable athleticism that catch the eye. The teams’ lacrosse helmets, are on full display with distinctive designs and colors. These helmets not only serve as essential protective gear for the players but also […]
Quint Kessenich’s 2023 NCAA D1 Lacrosse Tournament Quarterfinals Reaction
The second-round of the 2023 NCAA D1 Men’s Lacrosse Tournament is officially in the books. The bracket is set for the Semifinals, but how exactly did this past weekend pan out? Virginia vs. Georgetown The Cavalier’s defensive coverage impacted Georgetown’s shot selection in the second half of their 17-14 NCAA Lacrosse Tournament win on Saturday […]
Quint Kessenich’s 2023 NCAA D1 Lacrosse Tournament Quarterfinals Preview
The NCAA D1 Lacrosse Tournament Quarterfinals is the payoff round. Six of the eight participants didn’t qualify for last year’s NCAA Lacrosse Tournament. Duke, Michigan, Army, Penn State. Johns Hopkins, and Notre Dame were all spectators last May. Duke vs. Michigan Date: Saturday, May 20 Location: Albany Stream: ESPNU Time: 12:00 pm Commentators: Chris Cotter […]
Quint Kessenich’s 2023 NCAA D1 Lacrosse Tournament First-Round Reaction
The first-round of the 2023 NCAA D1 Men’s Lacrosse Tournament is officially in the books. The bracket is set for the Quarterfinals, but how exactly did this past weekend pan out? Richmond (8) at Virginia (17) A lightning delay in the first quarter combined with a monsoon made for soggy, water-logged, and slippery conditions. It […]
Breaking Down Each 2023 NCAA D1 Lacrosse Tournament Teams’ History
There’s nothing better than NCAA Lacrosse in May. Gone are the cold days of the early season, classes are finishing up, and you end up with the best of the best focused on nothing but lacrosse. Here we break down the NCAA Division 1 Lacrosse Tournament matchups but in a more unconventional way. Here we […]