The Premier Lacrosse League Needs a 4-Team Playoff
The current Premier Lacrosse League playoff format could use an update to improve its competitiveness and tension throughout the regular season. With 7 out of 8 teams currently making the playoffs, the excitement, and drama associated with postseason contention is sorely missing. I love what the PLL has done for the sport and think the […]
PLL Heads West – Seattle Edition
I woke up this morning and summer was gone. Luckily for players, fans, and those of us covering the PLL, the season has four more weekends of action. Each game offers a glimpse of excellence, a hint of innovation, and competitive grit. Archers clinched a quarterfinal bye with their win over the Whipsnakes on Friday […]
Archers’ Ascension: Quest for Dominance in the 2023 PLL Season
The 2023 Premier Lacrosse League season has poised the Archers for the potential to etch their name into the PLL history books as the most dominant team the league has ever witnessed. As the PLL reaches its half-decade milestone after five seasons, it is time to start looking at each season and comparing accolades amongst […]
Dissecting the 2-2
After a deep dive into the 1-4-1 were now shifting our focus to the 2-2. The 2-2 Offense is a structured offensive strategy that involves positioning players in a specific formation to create opportunities for scoring. The best part is that regardless of where you’re from, it’s the same front and back. This will be […]
LEGENDS: Five Who Would Thrive in Today’s PLL
This week we’re doing a deep dive and looking at some of the games greats that could absolutely thrive under this year’s PLL Faceoff rule. The 32 second shot clock has transformed the league to the point where two-way middies are a hot commodity. It has also made people search for the almost extinct three-way […]
Ranking the 2023 PLL Throwback Jerseys
In the world of sports, where tradition and innovation often collide, few things stir up as much conversation as the unveiling of new uniforms. As an enthusiast of the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL), I’ve found myself engrossed in the annual ritual of dissecting the latest PLL throwback jerseys. This year’s 2023 season has proven to […]
Dissecting the 1-4-1
This weeks coaches corner is going to talk about one of the most used offenses in lacrosse, the 1-4-1. This is an offense used at various levels. It is often used as a type of Zone Buster, since there are two players inside on the crease. It is also used because it forces defenses to […]
Week 7 Baltimore – PLL Bets
Week seven in the PLL brings us to historic Homewood Field in Baltimore. A favorite spot for players and fans, this weekend looks to be another sellout. Some great matchups this weekend as teams are starting to jockey for playoff position. A huge weekend for the PLL with two ABC games. The Atlas and the […]
Second Half of the 2023 PLL Season Predictions
After a star-studded weekend in Louisville, we head into the second-half stretch of the 2023 PLL season. The league is as competitive as ever, and with all the talent, everyone still has a shot at making the playoffs. The second half of every PLL season normally leads to some shake-ups in the standings, and I […]
Week 5 Texas – PLL Bets
Week Five in the PLL and were back after the All-Star break. Week 5 Texas brings us some great matchups. It feels like the season has gone on forever, and that’s not a bad thing. Some huge games on the docket with playoff implications. The storyline going into Saturday is the Chrome sitting Connor Farrell. […]
PLL Players Who Deserve More Love
The PLL showcases the most talented and skilled players in the sport of lacrosse. While some athletes in the league receive considerable attention and accolades, others often go unnoticed or don’t get the love they deserve. In this article, I spotlight three exceptional PLL players who deserve more love and recognition for their impressive skills […]
PLL Sells Out in Connecticut
Rafferty Stadium was filled to the brim. Fans were camped on the hills surrounding the field, the grassy knoll that wraps around the field, both sides of bleachers were full, and the Bar Down area was hopping with activity. Former NFL quarterback, lacrosse dad, and ESPN announcer Dan Orlovsky brought his kids. He posted on […]