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By Chris Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 11/16/14

NEWTOWN SQUARE, Pa. – Conestoga (PA) 2016 LSM Sam Bouhdery said he never expected to named the MVP (high point scorer) at Saturday’s Philly Showcase.

Conestoga 2016 MVP and LSM Sam Bouhdary (NXT)

“I was definitely surprised,” said Bouhdery. “I came in here just to work my hardest and fly 110 percent, and I did that. I have been training really hard in the off-season and it showed here. I flew on the field when the play went upfield and I think my transition (play) helped.”

Bouhdery was one of many Fab 40 All-Stars that shined at Episcopal Academy as more than 120 coaches flocked to see the nation’s elite 2016 and 2017 players. This is the first of several articles highlighting Fab 40 All-Stars.

Sam Bouhdery, Conestoga (PA), 2016 LSM, NXT LC

How was the level of competition and how did you adjust your game?
Bouhdery: “It was more than I expected, to be honest. The competition was great. I have played with some of these guys at various events and some are from my club team, so I’s great to play with them again.”

What type of college are you looking for and what do you have to offer a college program?
Bouhdery: “I am looking to play college lacrosse, but I am looking more for academics and location and than lacrosse. I kind of want to go out west; that’s my preference. Academically, my grades are going well and, athletically, I think I can bring a certain speed and transition to a college program. I can get the ball down with my stick pretty quickly. ”

What did you learn that you can take with you into the spring season?
Bouhdery: “Definitely to go 110 percent. Obviously, you are going to make mistakes, but if you’re going 110 percent it doesn’t matter.”

Trinity Pawling 2016 LSM Tanner Baldin (Edge)

Tanner Baldin, Trinity Pawling (NY), from Ontario, 2016 LSM, Edge Lacrosse

How was the level of competition and how did you adjust your game?
Baldin: “It’s a lot different than what I am used to, coming down here. I have never been to a big, big event like this. It’s really tough; every single kid can play and if you let down for a minute the ball is in the back of the net. I knew it was a big event; the Philly Showcase is always a big event. I wanted to go out there and work hard and whatever happens, happens. There’s tons of good kid with the same goals. It’s a lot of fun. Obviously, I did something right to make it to the All-Star Game.”

What adjustments do you need to make to play against American players?
Baldin: “I haven’t really played the American game a lot down here. With my box (experience), it’s easy to push the ball. I feel like I have the advantage over some, but in other ways I am not used to dodge and re-dodge, so I am getting used to that.”

What type of college are you looking for and what do you have to offer a college program?
Baldin: “I think I am going into civil engineering, so that kind of narrows down my choices. I am looking to go D1 and whoever has (may major) to offer is something to look at. I think every school needs a Canadian because of our box (background). We can push the ball. I like to press out between the lines, I am tenacious between the lines.”

What did you learn that you can take with you into the spring season?
Baldin: “I learned there’s a lot of kids competing and if you do get a spot in a college program, be grateful for it.”

Matt Cameron, Blue Ridge School (VA), of British Columbia, 2017 MF, Seattle Starz

Blue Ridge School (VA) 2017 MF Matt Cameron (Seattle Starz)

What were your goals and did you feel you reached them?
Cameron: “I just felt like I wanted to play the best I could play and if someone saw and thinks I could be good enough to play at their school, that would be great. I feel like I did that; I made the Fab 40 All-Star game so I feel I met my goal.”

How was the level of competition and how did you adjust your game?
Cameron: “It was really different. Back home we play one handed – in box – and down here they are dodging two hands and going down the alley. It wasn’t too hard an adjustment, and I felt i played well.”

What type of college are you looking for and what do you have to offer a college program?
Cameron: “I am really into history and any school that has that major is good, but I feel I am a good middie, smart, I move the ball and play good D so I think I will be alright.”

What did you learn that you can take with you into the spring season?
Cameron: “I need two hands!”

Northport (NY) 2017 MF Ryan Magnuson (Team 91)

Ryan Magnuson, Northport (N.Y.), 2017 MF Team 91

What were your goals and did you feel you reached them?
Magnuson: “I just wanted to come here and play my best and make the All-Star team. I had two goals so I was proud of myself. I’d say my dad’s motivation helped, me a lot. My coach helped and my team was good.”

How was the level of competition and how did you adjust your game?
Magnuson: “It was the best competition I have seen so far. We all go to showcases and know each other. Players like us mesh well since we know how to play the game.”

What type of college are you looking for and what do you have to offer a college program?
Magnuson: “The college that wants me there and wants me to play there. I think I’m a good offensive middie that uses both hands; I dodge and I can can score.”

What did you learn that you can take with you into the spring season?
Magnuson: “Just keep playing hard no matter what!”

Christian Blackwell, Patrick Henry (VA), 2016 MF, Virginia Elite

Patrick Henry (VA) 2016 MF ChristianBlackwell (Virginia Elite)

How was the level of competition and how did you adjust your game?
Blackwell: “Everyone here plays two-handed and they move off the ball a lot better than most kids in high school. I had to adjust to that and make sure I was moving a lot more on offense and, defensively, if you move your head and you’re not looking at your guy you’re going to get beat. In the transition game, you can lose your man easily.”

What were your goals and did you feel you reached them?
Blackwell: “My main purpose coming here as a junior was to exercise all my options and have some colleges that hadn’t seen me before get a chance to come look at me. I think I did a really good job and I played the best I could; I am happy with how I played.”

What did you learn that you can take with you into the spring season?
Blackwell: “I’d say I need to be a little more two-handed. I have worked on my left a lot, but I need to be able to rip it more. I need to understand when to take shots and when to hit guys, and understand slide patterns a little more from crease poles and when to hit guys (with a pass).”

What type of college are you looking for and what do you have to offer a college program?
Blackwell: “I’ve visited Hampden Sydney and I am interested in a couple smaller D3 schools, and I talked to some D1s and on lower end of the spectrum some club teams. My goals is to find a school I love and if they happen to have lacrosse, go after it whole heartedly. I would never go to school just to play lacrosse; you could get injured or burned out.

“If I end up participating in collegiate lacrosse at any level, I would hope to bring good decision-making and field recognition to a team. A huge part of lacrosse is just knowing where your teammates will be, and when to get them the ball. If you can recognize what a defense is giving you, then you really have great opportunities to exploit their mistakes. I would definitely do my best to bring a high IQ to a team. However, I still have a lot of learning to do.”

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TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 11/17/14

Oakton High School (VA) midfielder-attackman Shane Brummond signs to play lacrosse at Lynn University.

Shane Brummond and family on signing day

Shane Brummond
High School: Oakton High School, VA
Graduation Year: 2015
Position: M/A
College Choice: Lynn University
Club Affiliation: VLC Blue Crabs

Auburn High School (NY) midfielder Jack Burgmaster signs to play lacrosse at the University of Albany.

Jack Burgmaster
High School: Auburn High School, NY
Graduation Year: 2015
Position: Midfield
College Choice: University at Albany

Jack Burgmaster signs with Albany

Shawnee High School (NJ) senior MF-FO David Smith has signed a National Letter of Intent to play Division I lacrosse at the University of Virginia.

David Smith

David Smith signs with Virginia, flanked by his family

Shawnee Lacrosse Captain
All-American as a Junior
All-State, County and Conference

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TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 11/17/14

Loudoun Valley High School (VA) congratulates John Skinner and Nick Steen for signing their National Letters of Intent to play Division I lacrosse.

NLI signees John Skinner and Nick Steen

John Skinner
High School: Loudoun Valley High School
Position: Face-off midfielder
College Choice: High Point
Club Affiliation: Blackwolf

Nick Steen
High School: Loudoun Valley High School
Position: Goalkeeper
College Choice: Virginia Military Institute
Club Affiliation: NoVa West

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By Bradley Schlegel and Chris Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 11/17/14

NEWTOWN SQUARE, Pa. – LB3 Atlanta’s Reed Bagwell said the weekend trip North for the Philly Showcase was a rousing success.

Bagwell, a 2016 midfielder, saw his team win Friday night at the Charity Showdown and then go 2-0-1 Sunday at the Philly Invitational, capped off by a victory over Phillie Elite-LB3.

Reed Bagwell, 2016 MF, LB3ATL, West Forsyth, GA

“We came up here expecting to hang with (the competition) and didn’t know if we could come out on top, being from Atlanta,” said Bagwell, who attends West Forsyth (GA). “Beating a Philly team is awesome.”

Bagwell noted that LB3 Atlanta is coached by Liam Banks, whose father, John “Old Man” Banks was co-coach for Phillie Elite.
“He was talking all week some smack about how he was going to beat us,” Bagwell said with a laugh.

On Friday LB3 edged Philly’s Freedom Lacrosse, 4-3, in a tight defensive game as LB3 competed in the Charity Showdown for the second straight year. “Friday went real well,” Bagwell said. “Our team passed the ball real well. We didn’t get the ball much for low possessions, but when we did we made it count.”

“Today we definitely showed we could play as a team more assists than self-made goals; and our groundballs were good.”

Bagwell said the team competition was strong.

“They’re all real good,” he said. “But we can definitely hang with any team up here.”

What did he learn from the event? Just how to play as a team and be smarter and make my shots count.”

Others that shined Saturday at Sunday (all below were Fab 40 All-Stars)

Walker Scaglione, 2016 DEF, Amped, Cosby High, VA

Walker Scaglione, 2016 DEF, Amped, Cosby High, VA

What was the level of competition like and how did you adjust?
Scaglione: “This is one of the best events I’ve been to. The competition was unbelievable all around. I just went out there, did my thing and played my game. I hope I did well.”

What went well for you this weekend?
Scaglione: “To start off, I had a great team for the individual day, so that helps a lot. We had the ball in the offensive end a lot. The attack team I played with was very good too, so it helped a lot. All around, my team helped me.”

What did you learn about your game that will help you moving forward?
Scaglione: “I could definitely use my speed more in the spring season. I learned during the individual day to run as hard as you can and things will happen.”

What type of college are you looking for and what do you have to offer to a college program?
Scaglione: “I’m looking for a school that will give me an unbelievable education. But I also want to play a high level of lacrosse. I definitely think I could help some team win a lot of games, and hopefully either a league or national championship.”

Matt Treiber 2016 ATT, CT Chargers, Medfield, MA

Matt Treiber 2016 ATT, CT Chargers, Medfield, MA

What was the level of competition like and how did you adjust?
Treiber: “It was very high, and I adjusted well because I am used to playing with a lot of good competition at these big tournaments. It was a lot of fun because it’s great to play against great players.”

What went well for you this weekend?
Treiber: “I think I had a good defense and we jelled quickly, which is abnormal in this type of situation. We talked well and had our slide packages going good, so I think we worked well as a unit.”

What did you learn about your game that will help you moving forward?
Treiber: “I’ve been working on my improving my foot speed. It has made me capable of keeping with opponents better. I think I’ll keep building on that.”

What type of college are you looking for and what do you have to offer to a college program?
Treiber: “I’m very open to the type of colleges I look for. I visited different schools and different sizes and various academic levels. I’m not sure whether big or small is good for me, but I think I have size and hard to offer.”

Jake Stout 2017 G, FCA, Loyola Blakefield, MD

Jake Stout 2017 G, FCA, Loyola Blakefield, MD

What was the level of competition like and how did you adjust?
Stout: “It was very good. I played varsity this past year, so it is a level I am used to facing.”

What went well for you this weekend?
Stout: “Everything. I was saving a lot of shots. My clears were on point.”

What did you learn about your game that will help you moving forward?
Stout: “I definitely improved on stopping long shots, which I normally struggle against. I guess my communication with teammates has improved.”

What type of college are you looking for and what do you have to offer to a college program?
Stout: “I’m a good goaltender, a good communicator and a good teammate.”

Finn Gibbons 2017 Attacker, 3d New England, Garden City, NY

Finn Gibbons 2017 Attacker, 3d New England, Garden City, NY

What was the level of competition like and how did you adjust?
Gibbons: “The competition was really good. I’ve been to a ton of other showcases, and it hasn’t been as good as this. It was good playing with all the talented players.”

What went well for you this weekend?
Gibbons: “My team was pretty good. We lost our first game, but I thought we meshed together really well.”

What did you learn about your game that will help you moving forward?
Gibbons: “Even though I am a good shooter, I learned that I can feed the crease and contribute to the team.”

What type of college are you looking for and what do you have to offer to a college program?
Gibbons: “I want to compete for a national championship, but also attend a good academic school.”

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By K.I. Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 11/18/14

Loudoun Valley High School (VA) 2015 midfielder Alex Klipple has made a commitment to play Division III lacrosse at Elizabethtown College.

Alex Klipple ledger:

Alex Klipple

High School: Loudoun Valley High School, VA

Graduation Year: 2015

Position: Midfield

College Choice: Elizabethtown College (ConnectLAX college profile)

Club Affiliation: Team Maryland

Lacrosse Honors: Summer Southern States Elite All-Star Game 2014, Wavelax Top 44, MVP @ Delaware All-Star Game 2013, Blue Chip 225 Rising Sophomore All-Star Game 2012

Academic Honors: Honor Roll, Early College Scholar

What will you major in/study? Undecided

Why did you choose Elizabethtown? “Elizabethtown is a place where I believe a can be successful; both academically and athletically. I really enjoyed the campus and liked where Coach (Andrew) Delaney was taking the program.”

Outlook for 2015 HS season? “We’re returning a lot of key seniors and can hopefully go farther than we did last year.”

Thank You: “I’d like to thank my family for supporting me and helping me through this process and all of my coaches who’ve helped me develop as a lacrosse player.”

Other schools considered: Lynchburg, Goucher, Florida Southern, Oberlin, Randolph Macon, Haverford

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TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 11/19/14

Caravel Academy (DE) F/O Jake Shriner has signed his Letter of Intent to play lacrosse at Loyola University Maryland.

Jake with Coach McCommons and family

Jake Shriner
High School: Caravel Academy, DE
Position: F/O
Club Affiliations: Long Island Sting, Silverbacks
College Choice: Loyola University Maryland

Billerica Memorial High School (MA) attackman Daniel Lynch has signed his Letter of Intent to play lacrosse at Le Moyne College.

Daniel Lynch signing with Le Moyne

Daniel Lynch
High School: Billerica Memorial High Scool, MA
Position: Attack
Club Affiliation: Raptors/HGR
College Choice: Le Moyne College

W.T Woodson High School (VA) defenseman Will Cogan has signed his Letter of Intent to play lacrosse at Jacksonville University.

Will signs with Jacksonville

Will Cogan
High School: W.T Woodson High School, VA
Position: Defense
Club Affiliation: Elite Finish Hard LC
College Choice: Jacksonville University

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Editor’s Note: This is the third story on the Stik, a tool recently re-released to the public that can be used as part of a strength and training program to improve an athlete’s strength in the forearm, wrist, hands and grip. Click here for the first article; click here for second article.

By Chris Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 11/19/14

As the highly-recognized Philadelphia Flyers’ head trainer and strength and conditioning coach, Jim McCrossin has worked with some of the world’s elite hockey players.

McCrossin has used many training tools and equipment in his career. One he recommends highly is The Stik, a training device that strengthens the arms, wrist, hands and grip and recently was re-introduced to the public.

Former Flyer goalie Brian Boucher is seen here using the Stik

The Stik – available in three sizes at prices of $39.95, $49.95 and $59.95 – is easy to use in any location and convenient to carry. It has been a regular training tool for the Flyers and now is being employed by more and more lacrosse players as well as other athletes that rely on the use of a stick, club, racquet or other piece of equipment in their hands.

McCrossin has used the Stik with Flyers such as Claude Giroux and Mike Richards (now a two-time Stanley Cup champion with the Los Angeles Kings) for rehab and training purposes.

McCrossin said he and former strength and conditioning guru and Philadelphia Sixers President Pat Croce, considered one of the leading rehabilitation experts in the field years ago, recommended The Stik for their clients in over 40 rehab/training locations. Now, McCrossin has seen so much value by using The Stik he has become a partner in the company.

McCrossin believes the Stik can help lacrosse players build strength to improve the speed and of their shot, fend off players, improve their strength at the face-off X, tighten their cradle and strengthen their check.

The Stik is also being used for rehabilitation for high school athletes, and for people of all ages. Click here to go to Thestik.com to learn more about this product.

“We utilized it in 40 locations in 11 states for physical therapy,” said McCrossin. “People used it for anything from elbows to finger tips in rehabilitation. So I was happy when (Stik owner) Buck (Boettger) came to me with the (upgraded) Stik.

“Ice hockey is a lot like lacrosse. You are holding a stick in your hands and there is not much difference in the snap of a snapshot to our wristshot in our sport. It is a part of our team’s conditioning and they like to take it on the road for because it is so accessible.”

McCrossin said many Flyers have regularly used The Stik as rehabilitation tools for hand injuries in the past few years.

“You Look at your body as a whole; you have to condition the entire body,” McCrossin said. “Hockey or lacrosse players are not very different with the forearms that snap the shot.

“Everything transpires through the core, but the final snap uses the wrist and extensions such as the flexors. There is no better way to do it than through The Stik. And it’s not like heavy dumbbells; you can put it into your bag.”

McCrossin said The Stik is ideal for a high school lacrosse player trying to gain strength.

“Your grip strength and muscles, such as those in the forearm are essential to hockey and lacrosse,” McCrossin said. “These sports are similar.

“I do believe the majority of velocity comes from the core, but the final phase are from the wrist, hands and how strong the wrist flexors are. I think hand and forearm strength are much overlooked conditioning areas for the wrist shot.”

“This is the type of device that helps you get to the next level.”

McCrossin said that the forearms and wrist often are underdeveloped by youngsters who focus most on building their chest and bench pressing.

“I hate to say it, but a lot of players in any sport train for the beach,” he said. “They want to look good and they don’t always train to perform well.

“The Stik helps reduce risk of injury. I believe that strengthening and creating endurance is important. When you have muscle fatigue, you are more likely to get injured. Training with it can really minimize injury to the wrist and elbow.”

McCrossin believes strengthening the arms, wrist and hands should be part of any training program for an athlete that uses a stick.

“Training the body as a whole to play sports is essential,” he said. “So many studies correlate good strength and overall conditioning to success.”

One of the best parts of the Stik is how easy it is to use and adjust levels of resistance, and how light it is to take anywhere and use anywhere.

“With the Stik, two or three people can utilize it at one time and you can just throw it in your bag and bring it to the rink,” said McCrossin. “No matter what sport you play, we are creatures of habit and if they can work out on their own and stay out of the medical room it makes my job that much easier.”

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TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 11/19/14
From Press Release

Over 150 goalies from across the country will be converging on the Spooky Nook Sports Center in Manheim, PA, on July 27-30, 2015 to take part in the second annual Guardian National Championships.

The Guardian National Championship, an invite only event, brings together the best lacrosse goalies from across the country to compete against each other and display their skills in front of 50 plus Division I, II and III college coaches.

The inaugural 2014 event was the largest goalie specific showcase in any sport, on any level. The Guardian National Championship was also the first lacrosse event to utilize the Batak Pro machine to test the reaction time, peripheral vision, hand eye co-ordination, and stamina of the goalies under simulated game conditions. The 2015 Guardian National Championship will choose the Top 22 goaltenders from each graduation year (2019, 2018, 2017, and 2016).

See boys’ coverage by TopLaxrecruits.com.. See girls’ coverage here.

For additional information, including Registration information, visit at www.guardiansports.net or e-mail info@GuardianSports.net

The 2014 National Championship winners included:

1. Men’s National Champion – Daniel MacDonald (‘17) (North Attleboro, MA)
2. Women’s National Champion – Kady Glynn (‘15) – Summit, NJ (Loyola University)

2015 Men’s
1. Alex Cramer – American Revolution, Rocky Hill HS (Whittier)
2. Logan Hill –Iroquois Western Door, Niagara Wheatfield HS
3. Kerry O’Rourke – Valor Christian HS

2015 Women’s
1. Kady Glynn – Steps Elite, Summit HS (Loyola)
2. Jamie Dewitt – T3 North Elite, Ridge HS (Bucknell)
3. Mary Martin – Hudson Valley Hurricanes, Suffern HS (St. Joe’s)

2016 Men’s
1. Cillian Donahue – Fairfield Bucks, St. Josephs HS
2. Colin Cowie – Performance, Bethesda-Chevy Chase HS
3. Harrison Levy – Long Island Express, Clarkstown North HS

2016 Women’s
1. Megan Gianforte – T3 Shore Elite, Manasquan (Univ. Richmond)
2. Khaia Baranowski – South Jersey Select, Camden Catholic (Villanova)
3. Jenna Haring – Lady Roc, Lake Shore

2017 Men’s
1. Daniel MacDonald – NESLL, Warrior Elite, North Attleboro HS
2. Patrick Moriarty – Steps Lacrosse Club, Summit High School
3. Frank Genello- West Caldwell, James Caldwell

2017 Women’s
1. Mia Tornetta – Mongoose Lacrosse, Great Valley
2. Emma Jacobsen – LI Top Guns, Miller Place HS
3. Caroline Pastorius – Metro, Ridgewood HS

2018 Men’s
1. Christopher Porzelt – FLG, Cold Spring Harbor
2. Shahe Katchadurian – Primetime Lacrosse, John Jay HS
3. Walker West – Long Island Express, Fox Lane

2018 Women’s
1. Taylor Suplee – Maryland United, Bullis School
2. Laura Redler – NJLC, Robbinsville HS
3. Ryan Schlageter – DEWLax, St Rose of Lima Academy

2019 Men’s
1. Matthew Knote – Team ESM, East Port South Manor
2. Christian Wagner – Trilogy, Grover Cleveland
3. Robert Zevzavadjian – Patriot, Ramsey Middle School

Goaltenders are not just another position on the field. Their skills and responsibilities are, in fact, a specialization. Their education and evaluation should be comprehensive and done by experts in the field. That is the goal of this combine.

For additional information, including Registration information, visit us at www.guardiansports.net or e-mail info@GuardianSports.net

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By K.I. Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 11/20/14

Trinity Preparatory School (FL) 2016 faceoff-midfielder John Michael Night has made a verbal commitment to play Division I lacrosse at Mercer University.

John Michael Night ledger:

John Michael Night

High School: Trinity Prep

Graduation Year: 2016

Position: Faceoff/Middie

College Choice: Mercer University

Club Affiliation: Team Florida

Lacrosse Honors: Brine National High School All-American, Gait Cup All-Star, 3x Team Florida Showcase All-Star, MVP Trinity Prep Varsity Lacrosse, Team Captain Trinity Prep Varsity Lacrosse

What will you major in/study? Business

Why did you choose Mercer? “Mercer began recruiting me my sophomore year. I went to a prospect camp at Mercer and played really well and they invited me to come on a visit. During my visit I loved the atmosphere of the small school, the players that I met on the team, the coaching staff, and the academics. I can’t wait to be a Bear!”

Outlook for 2015 HS season? “Last year we completed our goal of going 500 on the season. This year with more games and harder teams on our schedule we look to improve skill-wise and meet the same criteria.”

Thank You: “I would like to thank my high school coach Austin Ricci as well as Brian Davis and Mike VK. Thank you to all the Team Florida coaches and staff most notably Mark Ayad and Tom West. Last but not least my parents, friends, and family who helped me achieve my goals.”

Other schools considered: University of Tampa, Jacksonville University, High Point University

ConnectLAX, the official sponsor of TopLaxRecruits.com Boys’ Recruits, congratulates John Michael Night. ConnectLAX helps recruits highlight their skills and connect with college coaches. Recruits maximize their recruiting exposure with a mobile recruiting profile that is linked to their team’s roster, helping coaches find them on the field and evaluate their profile while watching them play. Create your ConnectLAX mobile recruiting profile for free. Click here to sign up!

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ToplaxRecruits.com, Posted 11/20/14

Below are the team rosters for the Philly Freshman Showcase Saturday at United Sports in Downingtown (PA).

2014 Philly Freshman Showcase – TEAM 1 ROSTER

1 Ben Abraham G Yardley PA Pennsbury Bucks Select
2 Andrew Bonafede G Bay Shore NY Chaminade Long Island Express
3 Duke Alf A (L) Cincinnati OH St. Xavier Cincy Royals
4 Michael Burns A Waxhaw NC Weddington Road Warriors
5 Brian Calabrese A Wilton CT Wilton Prime Time
6 Jed Hanson A Ft. Washington PA Upper Dublin NXT
7 Peyton Miller A Suwanee GA Lambert Rage
8 Daniel Shay A (L) Severna Park MD Archbishop Spalding Breakers
9 Kevin Sheehan A (L) Camillus NY West Genesee Sweetlax
10 Thomas Benson M Ridgewood NJ Ridgewood NJ Riot
11 Jordan Donaghy M West Chester PA Malvern Prep Duke’s
12 Ryan Pallonetti M Stony Brook NY Ward Melville
13 Cole Peters M Baldwinsville NY Baldwinsville Orange Crush
14 Austin Stewart M Arlington VA St. Stephen’s/St. Agnes Madlax
15 Griffin Westlin M (FO) Lebanon NJ North Hunterdon Building Blocks
16 Thor Adamec LSM (FO) Katonah NY John Jay Long Island Express
17 Oliver Hollo LSM Bernardsville NJ Deerfield Patriot
18 Michael Gomez D Melville NY Half Hollow Hills East Team 91
19 Matt Logan D Paoli PA Conestoga NXT
20 Mark Rakowski D Paradise Valley AZ Lawrenceville West Coast Starz
21 William Stern D Dallas TX Highland Park Texas Mustang

2014 Philly Freshman Showcase – TEAM 2 ROSTER
1 Liam Darragh G Potomac MD Landon FCA
2 William Fallon G Solvay NY Christian Brothers
3 Brian Antonelli A Westwood MA Belmont Hill Laxachusetts
4 Liam Bateman A (L) Towson MD Loyola Blakefield FCA
5 Mac Bredahl A Chatham NJ Chatham Leading Edge
6 Payton Hollway A Newtown Sq. PA Haverford School NXT
7 Griffin Horter A Loveland OH Moeller
8 Tommy Rooney A (L) Syosset NY Syosset Team 91
9 John Armistead M Los Altos CA Bellarmine Prep 3d
10 Peter Fiorini M Baldwinsville NY Durgee Orange Crush
11 Jimmy Gabrielsen M West Chester PA Malvern Prep Mesa Fresh
12 Max Pinado M Carversville PA Pennington Bucks Select
13 Alex Rice M Lumberton NJ St. Augustine Prep SouthShore
14 Anthony Uva M (FO) Bernardsville NJ Trinity Pawling United Lacrosse
15 Tate Young M Austin TX Westlake Long Island Express
16 James Amorosana LSM (FO) Manhasset NY Manhasset Team 91
17 Daniel Jordon LSM Doylestown PA La Salle Mesa Fresh
18 Luke Gaydos D Ridgefield CT Ridgefield Long Island Express
19 Emmett Jones D Portland OR Lakeridge 3d
20 Jack Kennedy D Ridgewood NJ Ridgewood NJ Riot
21 Colton Krasinski D Bedford NH Bedford NH Tomahawks

2014 Philly Freshman Showcase – TEAM 3 ROSTER
1 Alexander Gainey G Westwood MA St. Sebastian’s Laxachusetts
2 Casey Hammond G Thorndale PA NXT
3 Jack Collins A Marblehead MA Taft 3d
4 Devon Cowan A Mount Laurel NJ Lenape SJ Shamrocks
5 Drew Erickson A (L) Danville CA San Ramon Valley 3d
6 Garrett Mize A Dallas TX St. Marks Texas Mustangs
7 Brian Reda A (L) Pleasantville NY Pleasantville Long Island Express
8 Jake Smith A (L) Landenberg PA Avon Grove Freedom
9 Colby Gendron M Bedford NH Bedford Laxachusetts
10 Jack Golden M Northport NY Chaminade Long Island Outlaws
11 Miezan Ricky M Alexandria VA Episcopal School Madlax
12 Alston Tarry M Bronxville NY Bronxville W’chester Predators
13 Zachary Tucci M (FO) Bedford NH Bedford NH Tomahawks
14 Alex Vardaro M Woodmere NY Hewlett FLG
15 Tyler Yarnall M (FO) Delray Beach FL Saint Andrews
16 Aidan Hinphy LSM Cold Spring Hbr. NY Cold Spring Harbor Igloo
17 Jake Robertson LSM (FO) Chatham NJ Lawrenceville Patriot
18 Jared Mabarak D Waxhaw NC Road Warriors
19 Frank Marinello D North Merrick NY Chaminade Team 91
20 Silas Newsome D Arlington VA St. Stephen’s/St. Agnes VLC
21 Marc Welch D Auburn NY Skaneateles Upstate Elite

2014 Philly Freshman Showcase – TEAM 4 ROSTER

1 Patrick Lawton G St. Louis MO Chaminade Prep Project Missouri
2 Matthew McGowan G Huntington NY Walt Whitman Long Island Outlaws
3 Brad Becker A (L) Mableton GA Lovett Thunder
4 Jack Jones A Huntington NY St Anthony’s Long Island Outlaws
5 J.P. Lannig A Syosset NY Syosset Long Island Express
6 Zach Ludd A Portsmouth NH Governor’s Academy NH Tomahawks
7 Brenden Lundy A (L) Brooklin ON Trinity Pawling Whitby Minors
8 Matthew Marker A Bethlehem PA Allentown Cent. Catholic NXT
9 George Hetrick M Lancaster PA Manheim Township NXT
10 Zachary Hobbes M Setauket NY Ward Melville Long Island Express
11 Joe Saulino M West Chester PA Freedom
12 Lucas Segobiano M St. Charles IL St. Charles North Titanium
13 Nick Sobell M Dedham MA Brewster Academy Fighting Clams
14 Kyle Steinbach M (FO) Garden City NY Garden City FLG
15 George Ward M Owings Mills MD McDonogh Breakers
16 George Benway LSM Mashpee MA Tabor Cape Cod
17 J.T. Lawrence LSM Greenwich CT Greenwich Country Day 3d
18 Owen Broucqsault D Mt Pleasant SC Wando Loggerheads
19 Gus Hueber D E. Northport NY Commack Team Long Island
20 Matthew O’Brien D Huntington NY Chaminade FLG
21 Anthony Tangredi D Smithtown NY Chaminade Team 91

2014 Philly Freshman Showcase – TEAM 5 ROSTER

1 Zach Musial G Acworth GA Harrison LB3 Atlanta
2 Eugene Yoon G Princeton NJ Princeton Day Patriot
3 Matthew Baugher A (L) Old Greenwich CT Greenwich Prime Time
4 Nolan Crognale A Southampton PA Hopewell Valley NXT
5 George Enman A Summit NJ Pingry Leading Edge
6 Griffin Gelinas A Bronxville NY Brunswick Prime Time
7 Ryan Mechler A (L) Marlborough MA Marlborough Team Central
8 Jack Ortolano A Suwanee GA North Gwinnett FCA
9 Colin Hoff M Center Valley PA Southern Lehigh NXT
10 Kevin Hussey M Nesconset NY Smithtown East
11 Finn Jent M Dallas TX Highland Park Texas Mustangs
12 Nolen Rockefeller M New York NY Deerfield Long Island Express
13 Grayson Sallade M Lancaster PA Manheim Township Duke’s
14 Ryan Schmitz M (FO) Madison NJ Madison Building Blocks
15 Patrick Walsh M Wantagh NY Wantagh Wantagh Tribe
16 Jonathan Ford LSM Rancho Santa Fe CA Bishop’s West Coast Starz
17 Aidan Mantelmacher LSM Penn Valley PA Haverford School NXT
18 Gregory Capelle D New Hyde Park NY Herricks Checkmate Sharks
19 Jay Davidson D Beavercreek OH Cincy Royals
20 Dominic Panayi D Mendham NJ Seton Hall Prep NJ Riot
21 Max Verch D Syosset NY Syosset Team 91

2014 Philly Freshman Showcase – TEAM 6 ROSTER
22 Anthony Novellano G Islip Terrace NY East Islip Team Long Island
23 Will Vitton G Summit NJ Summit Leading Edge
24 Camden Bowdy A (L) Dublin OH Dublin Coffman C-­‐12
25 Zachary Green A Middletown MD Calvert Hall FCA
26 Matthew Grillo A Setauket NY Ward Melville Long Island Express
27 Chris Koenig A Alamo CA De La Salle 3d
28 Braeden McKercher A (L) Vestal NY Vestal Upstate Elite
29 Cooper Urban A (L) Glen Mills PA Salesianum Freedom
30 Quinn Buczek M Mableton GA Lovett Thunder
31 Zachary Johnson M Mclean VA St. Albans Madlax
32 John Stephen Jones M Dallas TX Highland Park Texas Mustangs
33 Chad Kittaka M Carmel IN Carmel Titanium
34 James Reilly M (FO) Berwyn PA Conestoga NXT
35 Adam Ritter M Collegeville PA Archbishop Carroll NXT
36 Matthew Russo M Smithtown NY Smithtown East Long Island Express
37 Bobby Bohner LSM Blue Bell PA La Salle Big 4
38 Daniel Ochs LSM Syosset NY Syosset Long Island Express
39 Grant Dearden D Ashburn VA Paul VI VLC
40 Barton Gardella D Waban MA Salisbury Fighting Clams
41 Andrew Ponsetto D Marblehead MA St. Johns Prep 3d
42 Joseph Rice D Lumberton NJ St. Augustine Prep SouthShore

2014 Philly Freshman Showcase – TEAM 7 ROSTER

1 Christopher Porzelt G Cold Spring Hbr. NY Cold Spring Harbor FLG
2 Garrett Smith G Mountain Lakes NJ Mountain Lakes Steps
3 Roland Bryan A (L) Bedford NH Cardigan Mountain NH Tomahawks
4 Javon Johnson A Waxhaw NC St. Anne’S-­‐Belfield Duke’s
5 T.J. Malone A (L) West Chester PA Haverford School NXT
6 Jack Traynor A Downingtown PA Malvern Prep Mesa Fresh
7 Sutter Urgo A Bethesda MD Gonzaga Blackwolf
8 Ryan Walsh A Northport NY Northport Team Long Island
9 Bobby Abshire M Commack NY Commack Team Long Island
10 Owen Banavitch M Malvern PA Great Valley
11 Jonathan Divirgilio M (FO) Suwanee GA Lambert
12 Keaton Jones M Austin TX Westlake Iron Horse
13 Timmy Kroneberger M Phoenix MD Calvert Hall FCA
14 Will Kusnierek M Manhasset NY Chaminade Long Island Express
15 Joseph Neuman M (FO) Huntington Stn. NY Walt Whitman Long Island Outlaws
16 Alec Cerasoli LSM Phoenix MD Loyola Blakefield FCA
17 Brennan Mcintyre LSM W. Falmouth MA Falmouth South Coast Buzzards
18 Andrew Geppert D Dover NH St. Thomas Aquinas NH Tomahawks
19 Devin Gilligan D West Chester PA Shipley School Duke’s
20 Barrett Pittman D Wayne PA Conestoga NXT
21 Jake Plunkett D Kings Park NY Kings Park Long Island Outlaws

2014 Philly Freshman Showcase – TEAM 8 ROSTER

1 Matthew Sageder G Mt. Sinai NY Mount Sinai Team 91
2 Jack Schlendorf G Lake Oswego OR Oregon Episcopal Rhino Lacrosse
3 Brian Cameron A (L) Bedford NH Brewster Academy NH Tomahawks
4 Will Luz A (L) Framingham MA Framingham Team Central
5 Will Murtagh A Marblehead MA Phillips Andover 3d
6 Zachary Nangle A New Hope PA Holy Ghost Prep
7 Ross Pridemore A Watertown CT Taft Sweetlax
8 Nicky Solomon A Alpharetta GA Centennial LB3 Atlanta
9 Nick Bond M Westfield NJ Westfield Leading Edge
10 Christopher Bucking M Needham MA Beaver Country Day Fighting Clams
11 Zach Kenley M (FO) Waxhaw NC Marvin Ridge Road Warriors
12 Christopher Laibach M Wantagh NY Wantagh Wantagh Tribe
13 Rainier Lee M Alexandria VA Paul VI VLC
14 Sam Witt M Boxborough MA Acton Boxborough Fighting Clams
15 Jake Wornow M Westfield NJ Westfield Leading Edge
16 Jason Sugavanam LSM St Louis MO MICDS Project Missouri
17 Danny Taylor LSM Newtown Sq. PA Malvern Prep NXT
18 Thomas Houlihan D Shoreham NY St Anthony’s Long Island Express
19 Owen Hull D Rye NY Rye Prime Time
20 Tommy Joyce D Newton MA Boston College Laxachusetts
21 Brody Laporte D San Carlos CA Menlo School 3d

2014 Philly Freshman Showcase – TEAM 9 ROSTER

43 Brendan Huf G Havertown PA Episcopal Academy
44 Shahe Katchadurian G Goldens Bridge NY John Jay Prime Time
45 Jackson Cummings A (L) Finksburg MD McDonogh Breakers
46 Timmy Ley A (L) Massapequa Pk NY Massapequa Jesters
47 Ramsey McCreary A Woodlands TX Woodlands Texas United
48 Connor Orourke A Franklin MA Franklin
49 Sam Powell A Bronxville NY Bronxville
50 Jake Wandle A (L) Rocky Point NY Rocky Point Team 91
51 Harrison Caponiti M Rye NE Brunswick 3d
52 Justin Edwards M Roswell GA Lassiter Thunder
53 Cabry Hildmann M (FO) Liverpool NY Liverpool Team United
54 Nick Loring M Dedham MA Noble & Greenough Laxachusetts
55 Matthew Magnan M Bedford NY Fox Lane Prime Time
56 Drew Martin M Dix Hills NY Half Hollow Hills East Team 91
57 Henry Stites M Louisville KY Louisville Collegiate True
58 Steven Cornwell LSM Manassas VA Paul VI Madlax
59 Jack Trelo LSM Naperville IL Neuqua Valley
60 Andrew Babyak D Bronxville NY Bronxville School CT Chargers
61 Michael Browne D Swarthmore PA St. Joe’s Prep NXT
62 Max Persico D Briarcliff NY Iona Prep Long Island Express
63 Max Sobota D Gurnee IL Warren Township NXT Chicago

2014 Philly Freshman Showcase – TEAM 10 ROSTER

1 Cameron Fiore G Long Valley NJ Seton Hall Prep
2 Cole French G Danville CA San Ramon Valley 3d
3 Andrew Derasmo A (L) Centerport NY Harborfields
4 Alexander Feldman A St. Louis MO MICDS Red Shirts
5 Seamus Glynn A (L) Villanova PA Malvern Prep Fusion
6 Jack Mulcahy A Chester Spr. PA Downingtown East Duke’s
7 Jack Pucci A Smithtown NY Smithtown West Long Island Outlaws
8 Brian Richmond A Warren NJ Watchung Hills Building Blocks
9 Jack Barclay M Ridgewood NJ Ridgewood
10 Owen Caputo M Apex NC Middle Creek Team 91
11 Connor Cassidy M Cold Spring Hbr. NY Cold Spring Harbor FLG
12 Jordan Ginder M (FO) New York NY Poly Prep Team 91
13 Johnny Marrocco M Cincinnati OH St. Xavier Cincy Royals
14 Max McCool M West Chester PA Malvern Prep NXT
15 Braden Rhone M Dallas TX Episcopal Dallas Texas Mustangs
16 Michael Hagenberger LSM Mount Sinai NY Mount Sinai Team Long Island
17 Jacob Walthour LSM South Orange NJ Salisbury Long Island Sting
18 Bryce De Muth D Landenberg PA Avon Grove NXT
19 Brendan Kazanjian D Rockville MD Bullis Blackwolf
20 Andrew Morgan D Walnut Creek CA De La Salle 3d
21 Will Robbins D Columbus OH Upper Arlington

2014 Philly Freshman Showcase – TEAM 11 ROSTER

1 Will Brake G Swarthmore PA Strath Haven Mesa Fresh
2 Chris Brandau G Timonium MD Boys Latin Breakers
3 Alex Bamford A Bedford Hills NY Brunswick Team 91
4 Jerry Bardol A Ft. Washington PA Upper Dublin NXT
5 Ryan Doran A (L) Melville NY Half Hollow Hills East Team 91
6 Amos Gilbert A (L) Salisbury CT Salisbury
7 Jesse West A Sparta NJ Sparta NJ Riot
8 Scott White A West Chester PA Malvern Prep Duke’s
9 Hayden Cheek M Wellesley MA Noble & Greenough Laxachusetts
10 Chet Comizio M Basking Ridge NJ Delbarton Patriot
11 Kaleb Fernandez M (FO) N. Bethesda MD Georgetown Prep Club Blue
12 August Johnson M Colorado Spr. CO Cheyenne Mountain Denver Elite
13 Mac McLaughlin M Erdenheim PA SCH Academy
14 Declan McDermott M Pleasantville NY Pleasantville Long Island Express
15 Alex McKendry M Haverford PA Haverford School NXT
16 Nick Ganem LSM Milton GA Cambridge LB3 Atlanta
17 Christopher Wozencroft LSM Cary NC Cardinal Gibbons Red Devil United
18 Cade Saustad D Dallas TX Highland Park Texas Mustangs
19 David Scott D Downingtown PA Downingtown East Freedom
20 Jack Stahanczyk D Milford OH Moeller
21 Larson Tolo D Essex MA Phillips Andover 3d

2014 Philly Freshman Showcase – TEAM 12 ROSTER

1 Jackson Smoot G Dallas TX Highland Park Texas Mustangs
2 Miles Thompson G Princeton NJ Lawrenceville Tri-­‐State
3 Joseph Duchnowski A (L) Huntington NY St Anthony’s Vipers
4 Ryan Dunn A (L) Towson MD Loyola Blakefield FCA
5 Beau Pederson A (FO) Park City UT Park City 212 Lacrosse
6 Joseph White A (L) Richmond VA Collegiate School Crabs
7 Kevin Winkoff A Cold Spring Hbr. NY Cold Spring Harbor FLG
8 Logan Zimnoch A Reisterstown MD St. Pauls Breakers
9 Matt Carr M (FO) Lake Villa IL Grayslake North Team One
10 Griffin Corbett M Ellicott City MD Mount St. Joseph Breakers
11 Dean Damelio M Cold Spring Hbr. NY Cold Spring Harbor
12 Connor Devine M Malvern PA Malvern Prep NXT
13 Benjamin Garcia M Doylestown PA Germantown Acad. Fusion
14 Garrett Hangartner M Berkeley Lake GA Wesleyan School Thunder
15 Ben Murtagh M Marblehead MA Phillips Andover 3d
16 Oliver Alpert LSM (FO) Parkland FL Saint Andrews Swordfish
17 Kyle Zawadzki LSM Kings Park NY Smithtown West Long Island Express
18 Dan Klotz D Litiz PA Manheim Township NXT
19 Drake Schaffner D Ashburn VA Gonzaga Blackwolf
20 Troy Tuveson D Parkville MD Loch Raven Breakers
21 George Walsh D York PA Calvert Hall FCA

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By Chris Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 11/21/14

Apex High School (NC) 2016 defenseman Tommy DeLuca has made a verbal commitment to play Division III lacrosse at Cabrini College.

Tommy DeLuca ledger:

Tommy DeLuca

High School: Apex High School, NC

Graduation Year: 2016

Position: Defense

College Choice: Cabrini College (ConnectLAX college profile)

Club Affiliations: Team Carolina & Red Devil Lacrosse

Lacrosse Honors: Maverik Showtime, Adrenaline Black Card, FLG 3d All-Star, Baltimore Summer Kickoff All-Star, Nat 175 HS Challenge Team USA, NXT Philly Boys

What will you major in/study? Business Administration

Why did you choose Cabrini? “Cabrini is a beautiful school with strong academics and an outstanding winning tradition. The coaches are awesome, and the facilities are growing. The proximity to Philly is exciting as well.”

Outlook for 2015 HS season? “We will be a solid team again this year.
Outstanding teammates and an awesome coaching staff with a desire and tradition of winning.”

Thank You: “I really want to thank my parents for supporting me in my goals. My High School Head Coach John Hayden who has been very supportive of not only me but our entire community of lacrosse players.”

ConnectLAX, the official sponsor of TopLaxRecruits.com Boys’ Recruits, congratulates Tommy DeLuca. ConnectLAX helps recruits highlight their skills and connect with college coaches. Recruits maximize their recruiting exposure with a mobile recruiting profile that is linked to their team’s roster, helping coaches find them on the field and evaluate their profile while watching them play. Create your ConnectLAX mobile recruiting profile for free. Click here to sign up!

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By K.I. Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 11/21/14

Kettle Run High School (VA) 2015 goalie James Stumpo has made a commitment to play Division III lacrosse at Randolph College.

James Stumpo ledger:

James Stumpo

High School: Kettle Run High School, VA

Graduation Year: 2015

Position: Goalie

College Choice: Randolph College (ConnectLAX college profile)

Club Affiliation: Cavalier Orange

Lacrosse Honors: 2nd team All-District sophomore year, 4 year Varsity letter
3 year Varsity starter, Warrior Long Island Lacrosse Classic

What will you major in/study? Business or Engineering

Why did you choose Randolph? “The school has the right majors for me and the proper academics. The lacrosse team plays in one of the hardest conferences in D3. Coach (Andy) Sinclair is a great coach and made me feel at home on my overnight visit. Also the entire team has a great feel to it.”

Outlook for 2015 HS season? “Looking pretty solid. Hoping to win our District again next year. Trying to make my way back onto the All-District roster.”

Other schools considered: Huntingdon, Alderson Broadus

ConnectLAX, the official sponsor of TopLaxRecruits.com Boys’ Recruits, congratulates James Stumpo. ConnectLAX helps recruits highlight their skills and connect with college coaches. Recruits maximize their recruiting exposure with a mobile recruiting profile that is linked to their team’s roster, helping coaches find them on the field and evaluate their profile while watching them play. Create your ConnectLAX mobile recruiting profile for free. Click here to sign up!

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TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 11/22/14

Schedule for this weekend’s Philly Freshman Showcase, United Sports, Downingtown, PA.

Saturday
Individual Showcase

8:25 AM: Games Begin
2:00 PM: King of the X Challenge
2:30 PM: Fab 40 All-Stars Announced
2:45 PM: Fab 40 All Star Games All Game Filmed in HD

Sunday
2014 PHILLY FRESHMAN TEAM INVITATIONAL
GAME SCHEDULE
TIME FIELD TEAM
1 v TEAM 2
8:00 AM 1 Edge Elite v Laxachusetts
8:00 AM 2 NXT v Thunder

8:55 AM 1 Breakers v Bucks Select
8:55 AM 2 Primetime v Eclipse
8:55 AM 3 Team 91 v Titanium Elite
8:55 AM 4 Building Blocks v Long Island Outlaws
8:55 AM 6 Cincy Royals v CT Chargers Blue

9:50 AM 1 HEADstrong v SouthShore
9:50 AM 2 3d Atlantic Select v LB3 ATL
9:50 AM 3 Long Island Express v Madlax
9:50 AM 4 NH Tomahawks v STEPS
9:50 AM 6 FCA Maryland v Fighting Clams

10:45 AM 1 Leading Edge v FLG
10:45 AM 2 Mesa Fresh v Mustangs
10:45 AM 3 Edge Elite v NXT
10:45 AM 4 Laxachusetts v Thunder
10:45 AM 6 Breakers v Primetime

11:40 AM 1 Bucks Select v Team 91
11:40 AM 2 Eclipse v Titanium Elite
11:40 AM 3 Building Blocks v Cincy Royals
11:40 AM 4 Long Island Outlaws v HEADstrong
11:40 AM 6 CT Chargers Blue v SouthShore

12:35 PM 1 3d Atlantic Select v Long Island Express
12:35 PM 2 LB3 ATL v NH Tomahawks
12:35 PM 3 Madlax v STEPS
12:35 PM 4 FCA Maryland v Leading Edge
12:35 PM 6 Fighting Clams v Mesa Fresh

1:30 PM 1 FLG v Mustangs
1:30 PM 2 Thunder v Edge Elite
1:30 PM 3 Laxachusetts v NXT
1:30 PM 4 Eclipse v Breakers
1:30 PM 6 Bucks Select v Titanium Elite

2:25 PM 1 Primetime v Team 91
2:25 PM 2 CT Chargers Blue v Building Blocks
2:25 PM 3 Long Island Outlaws v SouthShore
2:25 PM 4 Cincy Royals v HEADstrong
2:25 PM 6 Madlax v 3d Atlantic Select

3:20 PM 1 LB3 ATL v STEPS
3:20 PM 2 Long Island Express v NH Tomahawks
3:20 PM 3 FLG v FCA Maryland
3:20 PM 4 Fighting Clams v Mustangs
3:20 PM 6 Leading Edge v Mesa Fresh

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TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 11/22/14
From Press Release

Madlax All-Stars and ConnectLAX have joined forces to provide the 350+ high school players on the Madlax Capital, California and Florida teams access to the incredible recruiting tools of ConnectLAX. Madlax coaches will be able to track the college preferences of every player in real-time, helping them save time and better manage the recruitment of their players.

Matt Marriott, National Program Director for Madlax, said, “This partnership is going to be a great benefit to our Madlax All-Stars players. They will have the ability to create the most advanced online profiles in an easy and efficient process. The many features of ConnectLAX’s service will put our players in the best possible position to manage their recruitment and showcase their game online.”

“We are very excited to partner with an elite program like Madlax, the talent of their players is well known and their staff focuses on the recruiting success of every player,” said Gage Mersereau of ConnectLAX. The team-branded and roster-linked mobile recruiting profiles of ConnectLAX put a players’ information at the fingertips of every college coach. Players can also track which coaches are opening their emails and clicking on their profile.

ConnectLAX will also be providing professional filming and video editing services to all Madlax players and non-Madlax teams that compete in Madlax tournaments and events. Madlax has been running the best tournaments in the Mid-Atlantic since 2007, including premier recruiting events like the East Coast Summer Showcase and the East Coast Fall Showcase and Invitational.

ConnectLAX team recruiting maximizes the exposure of every player and helps coaches drive better recruitment results, grow their brand and save time. Visit www.connectlax.com/teamrecruiting to learn more about this service and take advantage of 2014 $25 one-time pricing for players.

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TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 11/22/14

The Fab 40 All-Stars for the 2014 Philly Freshman Showcase at United Sports, Downingtown, PA

Orange roster

Fab 40 Freshman All-Stars

Shahe Katchadurian, G, John Jay, NY, Prime Time
Will Vitton, G, Summit, NJ Leading Edge
Brian Antonelli, Belmont Hill, MA, Laxachusetts
Alex Bamford, A, Brunswick School, CT, Team 91
Matthew Baugher, A, Greenwich, CT, Prime Time
Javon Johnson, St. Anne’s-Belfield, Duke’s LC
Zach Ludd, A, Governor’s Academy, MA, NH Tomahawks, first runner-up for Morning Session MVP
Brenden Lundy, A, Trinity Pawling, NY, Whitby Minors
Connor Cassidy, M, Cold Spring Harbor, NY, FLG
Connor Devine, M, Malvern Prep, PA, NXT
Jordan Donaghy, N, Malvern Prep, PA, Duke’s LC
Kaleb Fernandez, MF-FO, Georgetown Prep, MD, Club Blue
Zachary Hobbes, M, Ward Melville, NY, LI Express
Kevin Hussey, M, Smithtown East, NY
Joseph Neuman, MF-FO, Walt Whitmnan, NY, LI Outlaws, King of the X champion
Bobby Bohner, LSM, La Salle, PA, Big 4
Gregory Capelle, D, Herricks, NY, Checkmate Sharks
Oliver Hollo, LSM, Deerfield, MA, Patriot, Morning session MVP
Gus Huebler, D, Commack, NY, Team Long Island
Tommy Joyce, D, Boston College High, Laxachusetts

Green roster
Chris Brandau, G, Boys’ Latin, MD, Breakers
Alexander Gainey, St. Sebastian’s, MA, Laxachusetts
Jackson Cummings, A, McDonogh, MD, Breakers
Jack Ortolano, A, North Gwinnett, GA, FCA
Ross Pridemore, A, Taft School, CT, Sweetlax
Nicky Solomon, A, Centennial, GA, LB3 Atlanta
Sutter Urgo, A, Gonzaga, DC, Blackwolf
Logan Zimnoch, A, St. Paul’s School, MD, Breakers
Matthew Magnan, M, Fox Lane, NY, Prime Time
Matthew Russo, M, Smithtown East, NY, LI Express
Grayson Sallade, M, Manheim Township, Duke’s LC
Zachary Tucci, MF-FO, Bedford, NH, NH Tpmahawks
Sam Witt, M, Acon Boxborough, MA, Fighting Clams
Tate Young, M, Westlake, TX, LI Express, 2nd runner-up for Morning Session MVP
Steven Cornwell, LSM, Paul VI, VA, MadLax
Andrew Geppert, D, St. Thomas Aquinas, NH, NH Tomahawks
Drake Schaffner, D, Gonzaga, DC, Blackwolf
Troy Tuveson, D, Loch Raven, MD, Breakers
Jacob Walthour, LSM, Salisbury, CT, LI Sting

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TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 11/23/14
From Press Release

More than 40 teams from 15 states and Canada faced off for the second annual IMG Nationals year-end lacrosse national championship at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Fla., Friday through today. After two intense days of competition, four teams earned national championships in the U13, U15, U17 and U19 divisions.

IMG Lacrosse wins U19 title at IMG Nationals

In the U19 division, it was a perfect ending to the IMG Academy National Team’s fall schedule, which peated as U19 national champions and capped off a 17-0 record through three fall tournaments. The last team that stood between IMG Academy and a second straight IMG Nationals title was Team Louisiana of New Orleans, La.. Team Louisiana earned the #2 seed after a solid 2-1 record in pool play, and made an impressive run through the championship rounds, but was overwhelmed by IMG Academy 26-1 in the final. Notably, the IMG Academy National team outscored opponents by a combined margin of 110-14 in seven total games (qualifying and tournament play).

In the U17 division, the IMG Academy Varsity team added another title to the program’s trophy case after an impressive showing of its own. The Varsity team, coming off a 3-3 performance at the UpLax Tournament in Maryland earlier this month, bounced back with a perfect 6-0 record, outscoring opponents by a combined margin of 63-11. The Varsity squad earned a first round bye in the championship tournament, and turned up the heat in the final rounds on defense, only allowing a pair of goals through two games. In the final, IMG Academy Varsity upended the Bay Area Sand Sharks of Tampa, Fla. by a score of 9-1. The title marked the Varsity team’s first IMG Nationals title.

The U15 division came down to a battle between the Texas United, comprised of players from Dallas, Austin, Houston and everywhere in between, and the Lake Norman United Middle School Boys from Mooresville, N.C. Texas United got off to a strong start in pool play with a 3-0 record, entering the championship bracket with a bye as the #1 seed. Lake Norman, meanwhile, entered Sunday’s competition as the #3 seed after a 2-1 showing in pool play. In the final, Lake Norman gave Texas its strongest challenge of the weekend, but Texas held strong to earn the U15 national title by a narrow 5-4 margin. It was the first appearance by both clubs at the IMG Nationals.

Rounding out the competition was the U13 division was an all-Long Island, N.Y. matchup between Lax Army and Team Long Island. The Long Island clubs were the highest scoring in the U13 division throughout the weekend, with Team Long Island recording an impressive 61 goals through six games, with Lax Army right on their heels with 45 goals of their own on the weekend. The two met in pool play on Saturday, with Long Island coming out on top by a narrow 4-5 margin, and when the two met again in the final, it would be Long Island coming out on top once more by a score of 9-5.

For all the participating teams, it was an opportunity to play in front of college coaches from many of the top programs in the nation like Albany, Georgetown, Rutgers, Loyola and many others seeking out the next generation of collegiate lacrosse stars. Texas United and Team Long Island, in addition to earning national championships, were awarded a free week of camp at IMG Academy.

2014 IMG Nationals also featured the introduction of the U13 division. Last year’s champions were IMG Academy (U19), Six Nations Thunder Tribe (U17) and Atlanta Crush (U15).

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By K.I. Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 11/25/14

Athens Drive High School (NC) 2015 attackman Conor Gronbach has made a commitment to play Division II lacrosse at Wingate University.

Conor Gronbach ledger:

Conor Gronbach

High School: Athens Drive High School, NC

Graduation Year: 2015

Position: Attack

College Choice: Wingate University (ConnectLAX college profile)

Club Affiliation: Tar Heel Lacrosse Club

Lacrosse Honors: 2014 MVP HS Exposure Tournament All-Star, 2014 Inside Lacrosse Invitational All-Star, 2014 All-Conference First Team, 2013 Gait Cup All-Star, 2012 Baltimore summer kickoff All-Star, Triple double for Varsity (scored double digits in goals, assists, and groundballs)

What will you major in/study? Business Marketing

Why did you choose Wingate? “Wingate has an awesome campus that really just made me feel at home. Also, the coaching staff is very strong and will give me the most opportunities to grow on and off the field.”

Outlook for 2015 HS season? “We are projected to finish top 4 in the conference and be a very competitive team in the playoffs.”

Other schools considered: Guilford, Salisbury, Sewanee, York

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By Chris Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 11/25/14

DOWNINGTOWN, Pa. – Oliver Hollo admitted he was a little intimidated when she stepped onto the field for his first game Saturday at the Philly Freshman Showcase at United Sports.

But quickly his abilities took over.

Deerfield (MA) LSM Oliver Hollo (Patriot)

“I was a little hesitant, obviously, coming into the Philly Freshman Showcase,” said the 2018 LSM from Deerfield Academy (MA) and Patriot Lacrosse. “This is most likely the biggest showcase in the fall.

“The competition was incredible. I was a little reluctant to put it all out there, but once I stepped on the field I realized it was going to be a little easier.”

Hollo indeed “put it all out there” as he was named the Morning Session MVP and earned a spot in the Fab 40 All-Star game. He was one of many that shined Saturday as more than 75 coaches – including one or more nearly every Top 20 team – attended the fall’s premier showcase, hosted by NXT’s Showcase Lacrosse.

The Morning Session runner-up to MVP was Governor’s Academy (MA) attackman Zach Ludd (NH Tomahawks) while Westlake (TX) midfielder Tate Young (LI Express) was the second runner-up.

Hollo said the competition will help prepare him for high school lacrosse: “I learned about being as selfless as possible; that helps you when you move up to high school,” he said. “You have to pick your shots well and know when to take shots. Passing and transition is key. We had a few goals in our first game from transition and that helped us pull out the game.”

What type of college is Hollo looking for? “I am very open minded,” he said. “I am not set on one school. I have my goals; of course, it’s just freshman year and I am just starting out. It’s going to be a challenging four years.”

Others that shined:

Governor’s Academy (MA) attackman Zach Ludd (NH Tomahawks), MVP Runner-up

Governor’s Academy ATT Zach Ludd (NH Tomahawks)

How was the competition and what did you do to match the level
Ludd: “There was a very high level of competition on Saturday. I had to give all I had in every part of my game like dodging, cutting and riding.”

What did you learn that you can take to the spring season?
Ludd: “I learned that my quickness and vision will help me a lot for this upcoming spring season.”

What went well for you?
Ludd: “I thought that I was able to see the field very well in the morning. My teammates worked well off ball for me and weren’t ball hogs.”

What type of college are you looking for?
Ludd: “I want to attend a college with a lot to offer academically. I don’t quite know what I want to study yet, so a college with a lot to offer would be great. Athletically, I want to go somewhere where I have a chance to win a national championship and (where the school) also has other successful sports like football or basketball.”

Westlake (TX) midfielder Tate Young (LI Express), Second MVP Runner-up

Westlake (TX) ATT Tate Young (LI Express)

What goals did you have coming in?
Young: “First of all, I wanted to come out here and not think about the coaches. I wanted to play my own game and have some fun. It’s the last showcase of the fall.”

How was the competition and what did you need to do to adjust?
Young: “It was some of the best kids in the nation; it’s the most elite showcase of them all. It’s a lot quicker; everything is quicker.”

What type of college are you looking for and what are your strengths?
Young: “I m not sure yet; I am talking to a few. I’m a good north and south dodger. From up top I can feed and I can get my hands up and help score goals and get assists.”

St. Anne’s Belfield (VA) ATT Javon Johnson, Duke’s LC

St. Anne’s Belfield (VA) ATTJjavon Johnson (Duke’s LC)

How was the competuition and what did you do to adjust to the level?
Johnson: “It was really good competition. You have to get your own. It’s a great event. To adjust you have got to let the game come to you. With good defenders, you sort of have to play your own game and see how it works out.”

What did you learn about your game to take to the high school season?
Johnson: “I definitely need some improvement with all this great talent. It makes you want to get a lot better.”

What type of college are you looking for?
Johnson: “I am looking for great academics and you always want some good lacrosse. There are a lot of good options; you just have to find the right one.”

North Gwinett (GA) ATT Jack Ortolano, LB3 Atlanta

North Gwinnett (GA) ATT Jack Ortolano (LB3 Atlanta)

How was the competition and how did you adjust?
Oertolano: “I definitely had to play a lot faster than I normally do. And I had to limit my mistakes; I think I played pretty well.”

What did you learn about your game that you can take to the high school season?
Ortolano: “I have to be confident; that helps me a lot. I just think I can play with anybody in the country and if I play like that, I think I’ll do pretty well. But I definitely have to work on stuff; my feeding … this was an awesome experience.”

What type of college are you looking for?
Ortolano: “Academically, I am looking for a well rounded school and lacrosse-wise, I’d love to go to an ACC school. At the beginning I felt pressure that I wasn’t going to get noticed. Then I realized not everyone is going to be recruited as a freshman. But now I came up here and played well so hopefully I get something out of this.”

Fab 40 All-Star stats: Shahe Katchadurian (John Jay-NY, Prime Time) had 10 saves on 14 shots in the first half for the Orange team in a 10-7 loss. Chris Brandau (Boys’ Latin-MD, Breakers) had five saves on seven shots for the Green team. MF Kevin Hussy (Smithtrown East-NY) scored twice for the Orange while Nicky Solomon (Centennial-GA, LB3 ATL, UNC commit) had two goals and Ross Pridemore (Taft School-CT, Sweetlax, UVA commit) had a goal and an assist.

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By Chris Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 11/26/14

John T. Hoggard (NC) 2017 attackman Gunner Philipp has made a verbal commitment to play Division I lacrosse at Mount St. Mary’s University in Emmitsburg, MD.

Gunner Philipp ledger:

Gunner Philipp

High School: John T. Hoggard High School, NC

Graduation Year: 2017

Position: Attack

College Choice: Mount St. Mary’s University (ConnectLAX college profile)

Club Affiliations: Team Carolina and Cape Fear Shamrocks

Lacrosse Honors: Battle of the Hotbeds All-Star Team, NXT Philly Showcase, 3d Blue Chip, Brine National High School North Carolina (Selected), Freshman Varsity starter, and Honorable Mention All-Area

What will you major in/study? Sports Management

Why did you choose Mount St. Mary’s? “After going to Mount St. Mary’s prospect camp and visiting the campus, I knew the school was a perfect fit for me. I look forwarded to be coached by Coach (Tom) Gravante, Coach (Tim) McIntee, and Coach (Ryan) Browning and to be a Mountaineer. The players that I met on the team were great and I can’t wait to be part of the team!”

Outlook for 2015 HS season? “Get better. Work hard, elevate my game, help my team get deep in the play-offs.”

Thank You: “I want to thank my family, friends, and especially my Coaches: Coach Steve Philipp (my Dad), Coach Eddie Jones, Coach Steve Treman, Coach Beall, Coach Dennis LeBaron, and Coach Mike Desmond for their support, leadership, and the love of the game.”

Other schools considered: Hofstra, Rutgers, Jacksonville, and Towson

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By K.I. Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 11/27/14

West Forsyth High School (GA) 2016 midfielder Reed Bagwell has made a verbal commitment to play Division I lacrosse at Jacksonville University.

Reed Bagwell ledger:

Reed Bagwell

High School: West Forsyth High School, GA

Graduation Year: 2016

Position: Midfield

College Choice: Jacksonville University (ConnectLAX college profile)

Club Affiliation: LB3 Atlanta

Lacrosse Honors: 2013 Fab 40 All-star at the NXT Individual Showcase; 2013 and 2014 Southeastern Showcase All-star; 2014 Philly Invitational All-Star; 2014 Inside Lacrosse Showcase All-Star; 2 time mid-fielder of the year at West Forsyth High School; 2nd team All-Region for Georgia 6AAAAAA

What will you major in/study? Business

Why did you choose Jacksonville? “It is close to home, has a great program and I look forward to contributing.”

Outlook for 2015 HS season? “Looking to reach playoffs for first time in school history.”

Thank You: “I couldn’t have done this without Liam Banks and Brian Silcott, they taught me how to play the game the way it’s meant to be played.”

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