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Title: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on October 05, 2011, 05:12:20 am
The following thread will be the main thread for SBS Women's Lacrosse. Feel free to discuss about our Women's Lacrosse team. This will also serve as the main thread for news of the lax team.

Enjoy!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: sbufan on November 07, 2011, 12:32:11 pm
I've seen a number of Stony Brook women's lacrosse commitments and I figure I might as well post them here.

High School graudates class of 2012

Alyssa Fleming, Midfield/Defender, Shoreham Wading River NY
http://lilacrossenews.com/2011/11/01/womens-recruit-shoreham-wading-river-senior-defender-fleming-commits-to-stony-brook/

Megan Sullivan, Midfield/Attack, Farmingdale NY


High school graduates class of 2013

Courtney Murphy, Midfield, William Floyd NY (I wonder if there is any relation to ND midfielder Steve Murphy?)
http://lilacrossenews.com/2011/11/03/womens-recruit-william-floyd-junior-midfielder-murphy-commits-to-stony-brook/

Alex Darcy, Midfield, Rocky Point NY
http://lilacrossenews.com/2011/10/20/womens-commitment-rocky-point-junior-middie-darcy-to-play-for-stony-brook/

Jessica Volpe, Defense, Happauge NY
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: sbufan on December 13, 2011, 10:44:16 pm
Spallina added another big time transfer for the spring in former Florida midfielder Janine Hillier. She was fourth leading scorer for 5th ranked Florida last spring. Adding Hillier(second team american lacrosse conference), Cook (D2 midfielder of the year), and Petersen(D2 attacker of the year) seems like a crazy influx of talent especially considering Stony Brook was already returning three of their top four scorers from a year ago. I'm definitely buying into what Spallina is building here at the brook.

http://insidelacrosse.com/news/2011/12/13/womens-lacrosse-floridas-janine-hillier-transfers-stony-brook
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on December 13, 2011, 11:11:47 pm
Oh!!! Sounds good. It sounds like Stony Brook women's lacrosse will be highly competitive this year. I'm looking forward to attending the games.


(Ocean, Its crazy how Florida started a lacrosse program a couple of years ago and they were ranked fifth... If only we had the reputation of the Gators)
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: sbufan on December 14, 2011, 01:40:34 am
Yeah it's really pretty insane how successful they are down there. Just to note how good they are: Albany was undefeated heading into the quarterfinals where they lost to eventual national champs Northwestern in a rout 4 - 18. Florida beat Northwestern during the regular season.

I think Hillier transferring to Stony Brook is almost like a starter on UConn womens basketball team playing for our womens hoops team.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on February 08, 2012, 05:17:43 pm
Spallina building a powerhouse at Stony Brook. Here is the Press release:

Facing two final four teams, and four NCAA teams overall. Awesome. Lets hope for the best for our girls.

Duke W Lacrosse coming to town!

http://www.goseawolves.org/sports/w-lacros/spec-rel/020812aaa.html
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on February 08, 2012, 08:13:22 pm
The men  will not be shabby next year either.  Facing Maryland and Virginia.   Rooting for our ladies this Saturday- want to see them get off to a strong start!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: sbufan on February 09, 2012, 08:47:09 am
Most intriguing team of 2012. I think this team is going to make a splash in the division 1 lacrosse world. I bet they will be a top 20 team by the end of the season.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on February 09, 2012, 03:15:35 pm
That would be nice.   Both the women and the men  finish  in the Top 20 by May!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: The Magic Man on February 16, 2012, 02:50:44 am
I've covered the two games they have played so far, they are completely different from last year's team, to be blunt.

Manhattan was just a joke, frankly (how do you only have one goalie on the roster? God help you if she gets hurt). If Spallina didn't tell his team to ease up, they could of easily won 30-0. I think some kind of mercy rule went into effect midway in the first half, as the clock just kept running.

Another scary thing, they've been doing this without one of their best attackers, Claire Peterson. She should be good to go on Sunday against CCSU.

Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Jones44 on February 17, 2012, 08:32:16 pm

 I think some kind of mercy rule went into effect midway in the first half, as the clock just kept running.


It's a rule in NCAA women's lacrosse, when the margin is 10 or more goals, the clock continues to run (other than during an official time out), with the exception being the final 2 minutes of each half, when standard clock rules are in effect.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on February 19, 2012, 11:14:39 am
The ladies looking for the third win today against Central Connecticut. I'll be passing by. Should be a great one
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on February 19, 2012, 12:06:37 pm
I think we win this one and at Monmouth.  Hopkins will be a good bench mark of how strong we are. That  schedule of Hopkins, Duke, Maryland and Florida is great.  Win any two games of the four for national attention.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on February 19, 2012, 01:59:03 pm
Stony Brook 10-1 at half. Great game so far. a good turnout.

SB is clearly more talented.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on February 19, 2012, 02:46:27 pm
The ladies keep on rolling! Final 18-5 and 3-0  great start for a very talented and well coached  team.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on February 19, 2012, 02:53:35 pm
Great game to watch. Get ready for DUKE on 3/5. Should be a great game.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on February 26, 2012, 04:27:03 pm
The ladies are 4-0  after  running away from Monmouth today 18-4  on the road.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on February 26, 2012, 04:54:28 pm
IMPRESSIVE! Great job by the ladies!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on February 26, 2012, 04:56:24 pm
Good schedule ahead. at John Hopkins and then Duke coming to SBU
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: sbufan on February 26, 2012, 11:25:41 pm
The next four games will be a huge test for this young team. I think we'll be competitive, but it's going to be hard to come by wins.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Jones44 on February 27, 2012, 05:51:26 am
If you don't go in to every game thinking you can win, then there's no point even showing up. Still the next 4 will be a huge test, and the stiff competition will certainly get this team ready for the bulk of America East play that starts at the end of March!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on February 27, 2012, 08:54:43 pm
I wouldn't be surprised if we win 1 or 2 of these. Our offense at least up to now is huge. I think they backed off on some of these wins -Mercy Rule?   This team can score so hopefully they  just go out  play their game.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on March 03, 2012, 03:30:50 pm
Unreal    StonyBrook 15- JHU 14 at  Hopkins!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on March 03, 2012, 08:49:08 pm
Yeah i was getting live updates from a friend who was at JHU while I gave him live updates of the SB vs Binghamton. Awesome win. They should jump into the top 20 with this one. I'm glad we have one dominant lacrosse team! Duke on Monday!!!!!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on March 05, 2012, 02:57:01 pm
WLAX against Duke at 4pm
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on March 05, 2012, 09:19:41 pm
Another  great effort! Losing to # 5 Duke by a goal is not shabby . Hope they  keep it up into conference  play.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: sbufan on March 05, 2012, 10:21:11 pm
These girls are unbelievalble. I'm shocked that they are already playing at this level.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Jones44 on March 06, 2012, 06:07:34 am
Not shocked at all. With the talent that Coach Spallina brought over with him from Adelphi (including the freshmen that changed commitments from Adelphi to SBU), plus snagging Hillier from the Florida Gators and the returning cast, this is no surprise to me at all. FYI- Media poll released yesterday (Monday) had SBU unranked and no listing of others recieving votes, Laxpower has them unranked but 2nd among "others recieving votes" (so technically, #22). IWLCA coaches 4th among others recieving votes. After this performance, they will be ranked top 20 in all polls. Guarantee. This was huge for their confidence going into the next pair of games on the road at Florida and Maryland, very similar teams to Duke that our SB girls know they can beat if they play their best!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Jones44 on March 12, 2012, 05:10:58 pm
19th in this week's media poll, Tied for16th in this week's Laxpower poll, coaches' poll not out yet....
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on March 15, 2012, 09:28:31 am
Florida schooled us yesterday. I didn't expect such an outcome at all. 17-4
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on March 15, 2012, 09:08:50 pm
I would  like to see us bounce back next week  against Maryland . Make it a close one if nothing else.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on April 07, 2012, 10:26:45 pm
Impressive turn-around season: 10-3 so far

Here is the laxpower rankings:

http://www.laxpower.com/update12/binwom/rating01.php

Power Rankings : 12
SOS: 39
RPI: 21
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on April 11, 2012, 05:09:08 pm
went to the WLAX game today. Great game. Another win against Yale 12-8
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on April 14, 2012, 03:03:53 pm
Ouch. Tough loss at Boston University. Boston U clinches top seed in the America East. 15-14 Final from Nickerson Field....

Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Jones44 on April 14, 2012, 04:08:03 pm
It was a great back-and-forth and it is clear BU and SB are the 2 best teams in the league. SB wins at Albany next week they clinch the 2 seed. A loss and the playoff picture gets really murky. I see the ladies bouncing back big time and trouncing our arch-rivals!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on April 14, 2012, 07:03:15 pm
It was a tough loss for them.  Still plenty of lax to play though.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on April 21, 2012, 02:33:00 pm
16-5 at Albany so far... in the second period... Amazing

Its crazy how Albany went from being #7 nationally last year to what it is now
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on April 21, 2012, 07:10:08 pm
Dominating win  by our Ladies. Congrats to them !
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Jones44 on April 21, 2012, 09:33:55 pm
I was there. Our goalie (back-up, mind you... not sure why the #1 wasn't dressed but I'm guessing she re-aggravated an injury in practice) made some amazing saves, and the offense is really clicking well at the right time of year. Hopefully they don't look past next week's relatively meaningless regular-season finale. I'd like to see them finish the regular season strong and be in top shape for whoever they draw in the playoffs...
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 03, 2012, 07:47:45 pm
What a great story line-- SBU vs. Albany in both men's and women's lacrosse. Hopefully we establish SBU dominance this weekend!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on May 03, 2012, 09:03:21 pm
It  has been a crazy spring !   Two teams playing  for their championships -gota love it.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 03, 2012, 09:25:07 pm
gotta thank WTBU for broadcasting the game. great game by the girls! this is our year!!!!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 04, 2012, 03:15:19 am
It still impresses me how Spallina was capable of turning this program around in a single year. But what amazes me more is the high level of recruiting he had in DII Adelphi. After the success at Stony Brook thanks to the Adelphi transfers it is clear that Adelphi was better than a lot of DI teams out there and that he was recruiting good DI talent. Petersen was one of the nine was elected handed conference honors and she made the All-Conference team.

This guy is a winner!! its his first season but I'm already worried about the day he decides to leave to another top DI team... lol
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 04, 2012, 07:46:50 am
Let's hope his LI roots keep him here!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: sbufan on May 05, 2012, 06:15:41 pm
Tough loss, but the future is bright! It's pretty incredible how far the team came in only one year. Almost everyone returns so I think next year could be even more exciting.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 05, 2012, 06:34:35 pm
It was a great game. Stony Brook came back and tied it up at 7. Very competitive.  Unfortunately, Albany scored a goal and then killed the clock. I dislike the non-contact aspect of women lacrosse. You can kill all the time you want and cannot get checked for it.

It was a pain to watch in TV. the game is so slow that when I headed to LaValle stadium and watched the first few minutes of the men's game it feel like the men were flying.

but this team is going to be great next season. They are going to be hungry. Petersen and Cook in their senior season
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 05, 2012, 07:22:58 pm
Agree with the forecast for next season. Not only are all the top guns returning, but Spallina should be able to attract some top frosh recruits because of the team's success this season. I look for a Top Ten team next year. And Top 20 (maybe Top 15) for the men.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Jones44 on May 05, 2012, 09:06:46 pm
Albany forced SB to play their style today. The Danes totally controlled the pace of the game, I think they knew they'd be in for a long day if the got into a run and gun shootout with SB. And they worked the stall perfectly at the end. This is one aspect of the women's game that I prefer over the men's game, it puts more pressure on the defense and the offense has to be more selective and patient (like Albany twice faking in front of the empty net in the final stall after SB pulled their goalie, opting to take more time off the clock rather than score and give SB a shot at a couple of quick draws and shoots like at the end of the first half).
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: joewillie on August 16, 2012, 09:31:33 am
Congrats to coach Spallina on winning the MLL COY....

http://laxmagazine.com/mll/2011-12/news/081512_joe_spallina_named_mll_coach_of_year
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on August 16, 2012, 09:25:40 pm
Excellent and  he deserves it. He turned our ladies program around preity quickly.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 09, 2013, 11:11:31 am
http://www.laxmagazine.com/college_women/DI/2012-13/news/010912_lm_ranks_no18_stony_brook
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 18, 2013, 10:04:15 am
Article on goalie helmets: http://sweet.laxallstars.com/first-look-stony-brooks-new-helmets/
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 18, 2013, 10:29:56 am
More here: http://www.lacrosseplayground.com/stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-helmets-are-chrome/
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 28, 2013, 05:02:58 pm
Florida added: http://www.gatorzone.com/story.php?id=24652
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on January 28, 2013, 07:29:17 pm
What a great add. FLorida has been a great program since the day they started.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: sbufan on February 05, 2013, 09:49:16 am
Maybe I'm a little overzealous, but does anyone else think this team might be legitimate national title contenders? I'll be disappointed if they make it the tournament and then win some games once they get there.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on February 05, 2013, 10:33:12 am
No one can stand on the way of Northwestern. So maybe Natl C is a longshot right now.... Lol. But definitely will be a great team and hopefully they pull a run in the NCAAs.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on February 05, 2013, 10:35:21 am
Northwestern has seven NCs since 2005 with 2010 being their only off year. Insane!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 05, 2013, 01:08:19 pm
http://www.goseawolves.org/sports/w-lacros/spec-rel/020513aac.html
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on February 05, 2013, 02:04:58 pm
Stony Brook selected to win the Conference!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 08, 2013, 02:16:27 pm
http://www.newsday.com/sports/college/on-campus-1.812060/stony-brook-women-s-lacrosse-players-to-watch-in-2013-1.4589624
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 08, 2013, 02:17:34 pm
http://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/stony-brook-university-women-s-lacrosse-practice-1.4579842#1
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 10, 2013, 09:42:54 am
http://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/stony-brook-women-s-lacrosse-has-high-expectations-1.4602590
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 15, 2013, 01:06:00 pm
http://lilacrossenews.com/2013/02/09/womens-lacrosse-stony-brook-enters-2013-campaign-with-sights-set-on-national-title/
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on February 15, 2013, 03:50:38 pm
Like to see them make the Final Four .  Plenty talent on that team to do it.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on February 16, 2013, 02:05:21 pm
Now thats  how you start  a season !  StonyBrook 20  Bucknell  5 .
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on February 16, 2013, 03:35:34 pm
Men's team, take note.!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 16, 2013, 05:06:41 pm
agreed on that one ry1nik.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on March 07, 2013, 07:19:29 pm
Lady laxers just put a bigger hurt (16-3) on a good Duquense team than either Penn St. or Notre Dame could (bothTop 10 teams).  SB may be breaking into the Top 10 themselves before this season is over.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on March 07, 2013, 08:33:31 pm
It is amazing.  Good for them  and  good for SBU. Never hurts to have Nationally ranked teams inching closer to teh Big Girls.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on March 09, 2013, 10:28:54 pm
Our ladies rolled over Longwood tonight 21-3.  Just a very good team  period.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on March 09, 2013, 10:32:50 pm
That's three games in a row of giving up just three goals. I don't remember that ever being done before.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: What's a Seawolf?! on March 10, 2013, 03:05:36 pm
This team is really good. The group of Adelphi transfers that came with Spallina have just been tremendous.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on March 11, 2013, 01:59:42 pm
Petersen was at Yesterday semifinals game supporting the wolves. Exciting to see her break an NCAA record!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on March 14, 2013, 11:12:06 am
Another dominating win yesterday. They play the #1 Maryland Terrapins at LaValle on Sunday....hope there's a great crowd for this huge game.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 14, 2013, 12:05:46 pm
This IS huge.   

Here's schedule and results so far: http://www.goseawolves.org/sports/w-lacros/sched/ston-w-lacros-sched.html
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on March 14, 2013, 12:20:07 pm
Maryland plays at Boston College the DAY BEFORE they play the Wolves. It's rare to play on consecutive days during the regular season. With the Terps playing on tired legs, a major upset is a real possibility. It would catapult SB into the Top Ten for sure.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on March 14, 2013, 08:56:03 pm
The Terps play Saturday then a bus ride probably right after the game to Long Island.  A strong advantage for our ladies.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: laxnation on March 24, 2013, 04:01:15 am
The Seawolves beat the Catamounts 19 - 5!

http://youtu.be/VztpemYyT_M
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on March 26, 2013, 08:37:26 pm
Our lady laxers just destroyed Fresno St 20-2 tonight. Long plane ride back to California for the Bulldogs.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on March 26, 2013, 08:44:45 pm
That's a long way to travel for a thrashing
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on March 27, 2013, 12:32:32 am
Amazing. It hard to believe Fresno State would fun a cross country trip for a WLAX team to get routed by the home team. I understand the better teams are in the East Coast but I'm still surprised. Do we have to return that game next year?
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: joewillie on March 27, 2013, 08:04:56 am
Our lady laxers just destroyed Fresno St 20-2 tonight. Long plane ride back to California for the Bulldogs.
Pretty sure they played without their top scorer  ta boot.  I dont think Claire Peterson played.  If she did they could have put up 30
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on March 30, 2013, 04:39:44 pm
Our ladies knocked off the Great Danes today-they just keep rolling.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 09, 2013, 11:00:26 am
#10
http://www.goseawolves.org/sports/w-lacros/spec-rel/040913aah.html
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on April 09, 2013, 01:00:09 pm
Fantastic news. Lets go Ladies!!!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on April 27, 2013, 11:59:45 am
Heading to the game!!!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on April 27, 2013, 02:28:47 pm
Ladies rolling  right now 16-4  11 minutes left in the 2nd period

Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on April 27, 2013, 03:54:07 pm
Ladies dominant once again. Great game on a beautiful day at a beautiful campus.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: sbugold on May 04, 2013, 08:32:07 am
Great job ladies!!  Now let's get that AE championship tomorrow!!  GO Seawolves!!!!!!!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on May 04, 2013, 05:04:17 pm
Our guys slipped a little this spring but our ladies are  on a roll in tennis and lax. Hopefully softball will make some noise.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 05, 2013, 11:48:54 am
One step away from the NCAA. Seawolves against Albany on a rematch from last year's AE Championship game. But this time around Seawolves are top 10. Lets go ladies. Game on ESPN3 at 12PM
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 05, 2013, 01:26:00 pm
9-3 lead over the Great danes. Lets go!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 05, 2013, 02:12:40 pm
CHAMPS!!! 14-3 Victory over the Danes!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on May 05, 2013, 02:32:51 pm
What a  great  season!  Now on to the NCAA's !
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 05, 2013, 03:17:02 pm
Albany wasn't just another AE slug team. Their Laxpower computer rating is 11th in the nation and they received votes in the Top 20 poll. Big time victory over a very good team. As long as the Wolves don't draw Florida or Maryland in the first round...which I don't think they will...I expect them to advance.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on May 05, 2013, 04:36:04 pm
Sweet News .
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 05, 2013, 09:22:20 pm
Stony Brook plays Towson in the first round. Whoever advances goes on to play Maryland (1) at College Park. Bull**** bracket. Stony Brook wasn't seeded as one of the top 8 teams despite being arguably a top five-seven team
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: laxnation on May 06, 2013, 03:31:12 am
Stony Brook plays UMBC in the first round. Whoever advances goes on to play Maryland (1) at College Park. Bull**** bracket. Stony Brook wasn't seeded as one of the top 8 teams despite being arguably a top five-seven team

Wrong Baltimore school - thery are actually playing Towson.
Go Seawolves!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 06, 2013, 07:12:10 am
LOL. Meant to say Towson!!!!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 06, 2013, 12:58:33 pm
Yeah, others are saying the Wolves got short end of the stick by being placed in MD's bracket and not Northwestern's. They will beat Towson and lose to MD, but hopefully can stay in the game until the end.

http://network.laxpower.com/laxforum/viewtopic.php?f=36&t=49743 (http://network.laxpower.com/laxforum/viewtopic.php?f=36&t=49743)
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on May 10, 2013, 09:37:20 pm
If I read game tracker  correctly we beat Towson 8-6  to advance on Sunday. Congrats  to our ladies!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 10, 2013, 09:57:56 pm
Got past towson. 8-6 victory. On to the big one against UMCD. Lets go ladies!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 12, 2013, 02:00:48 pm
WLAX falls 11-3 to #1 Maryland. Great year for the girls. Best of luck to our seniors who played so well to get us here
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: sbugold on May 12, 2013, 03:17:20 pm
A season to be super proud of ladies!!  Only 3 games on the L side of the ledger, with two of them being to the undefeated #1 team in the nation!!  All I can say is WOW!!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on May 12, 2013, 08:20:08 pm
They  had a good run for sure. Only losses were to the topped ranked teams  in the country.  Hopefully they repeat  in 2014.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 13, 2013, 08:32:21 am
showed up to the dance for the first time and then, when already in, kicked the door down anyway.

great job SB.  a breakthrough year.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: joewillie on May 13, 2013, 09:04:12 am
Claire Peterson playing the last 4 games with a torn ACL is insane.  What a gamer.   
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on August 28, 2013, 10:50:11 am
If Spallina is excited, this must be a huge pickup...even if for only one year.

http://www.goseawolves.org/sports/w-lacros/spec-rel/082713aaa.html (http://www.goseawolves.org/sports/w-lacros/spec-rel/082713aaa.html)
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on September 16, 2013, 12:34:05 pm
Spallina in the Sports Section Last night. He wants to win it all. He said his goal is to build a program that wins NCAA championships, not only America East championships. Lets go!!!
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on September 16, 2013, 08:48:57 pm
We have been knocking on the door  for a National title in Baseball in2012  and mens lax several years ago. A National title in   Women's Lacrosse or any sport would be huge .
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: sbufan on September 16, 2013, 11:53:42 pm
Spallina has been really impressive so far. I think the sky is the limit for the women's lax program at Stony Brook.
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on October 29, 2013, 11:00:01 am
Women's Lacrose powerhouse in the making. Lets go!!!

http://www.goseawolves.org/sports/w-lacros/spec-rel/102913aaa.html?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=facebook
Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 29, 2013, 01:45:18 pm
some bigtime ink here: http://laxmagazine.com/college_women/DI/2012-13/news/102813_stony_brook_womens_lacrosse_revolving_identity_is_still_fast

Title: Re: SB Seawolves Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on October 29, 2013, 09:01:24 pm
Really great news . They will be a force this spring .
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on August 28, 2014, 08:52:33 am
Spallina added another standout, transfer from Virginia. Let's see if they can break the Top 10 this season and stay there.

http://www.goseawolves.org/sports/w-lacros/spec-rel/082714aab.html (http://www.goseawolves.org/sports/w-lacros/spec-rel/082714aab.html)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on August 28, 2014, 03:07:00 pm
She is going to help immensely. Great pickup  for our team and a native Long Island product !
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 04, 2014, 11:46:47 am
mock draft for non existant WMLL: http://laxmagazine.com/genrel/090214_pro_form_wmll_fantasy_draft
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 06, 2014, 11:15:37 am
Rubino gets a mention on the way-early Tewey watch list: http://laxmagazine.com/college_women/DI/2014-15/news/100614_30_in_30_early_tewaaraton_womens_candidates
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on November 20, 2014, 03:05:43 pm
Caridi hired at Bucknell: http://www.bucknellbison.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=32100&ATCLID=209739414
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 05, 2015, 12:03:20 pm
Nike/LM poll #16: http://laxmagazine.com/college_women/DI/2014-15/lm_rankings
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 08, 2015, 04:24:56 pm
murray hired at michigan: http://www.mgoblue.com/sports/w-lacros/spec-rel/010815aac.html
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 09, 2015, 12:54:30 pm
laxmagazine #16: http://laxmagazine.com/college_women/DI/2014-15/news/010915_lmranks_di_womens_preview_no_16_stony_brook

very good analysis.  more than usual.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 12, 2015, 11:40:50 am
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No. 16 Stony Brook Seawolves

"Sell out every game for their coach. ... Just live for their pressure defense and they're very good at it. ... Use their athleticism to their advantage. ... Need to work on strength in the goal. ... Really buy into defensive philosophy. ... Not ready to be in the top 10 just yet, until they prove they deserve to be there. ... Spallina brings aspects of men's game to his team. ... I would love to see them actually play somebody for a significant win. They need to play and beat a good team."
http://laxmagazine.com/college_women/DI/2014-15/news/011115_lmranks_di_womens_preview_enemy_lines_no_20-16
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 27, 2015, 02:00:47 pm
http://www.laxpower.com/laxnews/news.php?story=41291

Stony Brook Tops America East Preseason Lacrosse Poll

Team Points (1st)
Stony Brook 36 (6)
Albany 29
New Hampshire 27 (1)
Vermont 21
UMBC 17
Binghamton 11
UMass Lowell 6
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 02, 2015, 01:27:24 pm
statesman coverage: http://sbstatesman.com/2015/01/28/womens-lacrosse-favored-to-three-peat-in-america-east-conference/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 03, 2015, 08:54:38 am
IWLCA poll #18: http://iwlca.org/poll/2015/2015_Poll_Stories/2015_IWLCA_Preseason_Polls
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 07, 2015, 08:30:35 am
newsday coverage: http://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/stony-brook-women-s-lacrosse-looking-for-a-deep-run-in-ncaa-tournament-1.9886594
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 11, 2015, 12:22:40 pm
photo & interview with spallina: http://laxmagazine.com/college_women/DI/2014-15/news/021115_womens_wednesday_february_games_to_watch

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Stony Brook women's coach Joe Spallina tweeted Monday morning, "Been asked about this a lot lately: personal feeling is February 1st should be universal start date for NCAA men's and women's lacrosse."

USC at No. 16 Stony Brook, 6 p.m. Feb. 20

There is no question that many people, myself included, want to know what else USC can do after taking their season opener against one of the most historically challenging teams in Northwestern down to the wire. The Trojans are officially on everyone's radar as a possible sleeper team that could make waves with junior attacker Caroline de Lyra at their disposal. She finished with five points against the Wildcats.

Meanwhile on the opposite coast, Stony Brook may sweep the America East conference with top midfielder Michelle Rubino leading the charge, but come May, the Seawolves could be a bracket buster.

These two seemingly sleeper teams that could shake the nation will square off in what will likely be an exciting battle of the two coasts.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 21, 2015, 06:31:56 pm
nice 7-4 win over USC.  only gave up 2 shots in the entire first half.  http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/sports/w-lacros/recaps/022115aaa.html
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on August 09, 2015, 07:23:59 am
https://twitter.com/SBAthletics/status/630221493373399040

Congrats Coach Spallina.. This is really good for recruiting top local girls lacrosse  prospects !!!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 11, 2015, 11:45:48 am
prove people wrong- isn't that the same mantra he uses for the women's team?

http://laxmagazine.com/mll/2014-15/news/081015_stars_aligned_inside_the_new_york_lizards_taking_the_title
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 29, 2016, 11:54:26 am
nice upset win against Stanford!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 29, 2016, 01:16:00 pm
http://laxmagazine.com/college_women/DI/2015-16/news/032916_stony_brook_restores_identity_returns_to_title_talks_with_stanford_upset

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Stony Brook Restores Identity, Returns to Title Talks

Two weeks later, Stony Brook is 6-3, riding a four-game win streak after their biggest victory of the season – a 17-7 defeat of then-No. 8 Stanford on March 26. With the upset, the Seawolves jumped from No. 16 to No. 9 in the Nike/Lacrosse Magazine Top 20.

As key members of the draw unit, losing both Yevoli and Mitchell was felt the greatest in the midfield. Both Florida and Northwestern held 13-2 draw control advantages over Stony Brook, and both games ended in 7-6 losses for the Seawolves. The two returned to the lineup together last week.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 03, 2016, 05:23:46 pm
ohlmiller gets some love from ESPN: http://espn.go.com/espnw/culture/the-buzz/article/15124568/stony-brook-kylie-ohlmiller-human-highlight-reel

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 04, 2016, 11:27:44 am
trounced VT, now back in #8 http://laxmagazine.com/college_women/DI/nike_lacrosse_magazine_top_20/index
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 05, 2016, 09:43:50 pm
http://gobrookland.com/2016/04/01/in-mens-and-womens-lacrosse-two-legitimate-title-contenders/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 11, 2016, 11:46:55 am
#6 http://laxmagazine.com/college_women/DI/nike_lacrosse_magazine_top_20/index
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 14, 2016, 12:25:02 pm
demianne cook picked up in the inaugural UWLX draft!
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/inaugural-uwlx-draft-results/34750
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 18, 2016, 08:33:24 am
nice win over Hopkins.  SB again has a chance to make some noise if they can get into the tourney.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 18, 2016, 11:23:08 am
http://laxmagazine.com/college_women/DI/2015-16/news/041716_womens_roundup_stony_brook_escapes_johns_hopkins

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As AmericaEast.TV announced No. 6 Stony Brook's 10-7 win over Johns Hopkins after overcoming a three-goal halftime deficit, the Seawolves stormed the field in celebration, huddling around rookie goalie Anna Tesoriero as they avenged their last meeting with the Blue Jays, a 7-5 loss for its only blemish in the 2015 regular season.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 25, 2016, 11:50:25 am
two nice wins this week, bingo and Hofstra.  #6 in both polls:

http://laxmagazine.com/college_women/DI/nike_lacrosse_magazine_top_20/index

http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/media-poll-no-1-maryland-no-4-usc-remain-undefeated-no-20-hopkins-enters/34889
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 01, 2016, 10:19:01 am
twelve in a row, pasting albany 13-4.

the closest AE game was against NH, which SB won 11-4: http://www.laxpower.com/update16/binwom/XSSBXX.PHP
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on May 01, 2016, 10:23:25 am
Our Ladies should do well in the AE Tournament and get a good seed in the NCAA's
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 02, 2016, 11:52:21 am
number 6 http://laxmagazine.com/college_women/DI/nike_lacrosse_magazine_top_20/index
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Wolfie_MD on May 08, 2016, 04:49:25 pm
Congrats to the Women's Team on capturing another AE championship in a classic matchup

Interested to see how they're seeded
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 09, 2016, 08:58:57 am
buzzer beater to defeat UA!!!

bracket: http://www.ncaa.com/interactive-bracket/lacrosse-women/d1
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 13, 2016, 12:16:44 pm
http://laxmagazine.com/college_women/DI/2015-16/news/051316_womens_weekend_watch_tournament_snapshot

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Stony Brook

After dropping three of their first five games, including a pair of 7-6 defeats at the hands of Florida and Northwestern, the Seawolves were due for a big win. It came in the form of a 17-7 rout of Stanford on March 26 in the midst of the program's longest winning streak. Stony Brook finished the regular season with 14 straight wins, avenging their 2015 loss to Johns Hopkins and winning their fourth consecutive America East crown against Albany. Only time will tell if they've truly turned a corner.


http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/breaking-down-the-bracket-pt-2-gainesville-boston-south-bend-ithaca/35182
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First Round: Stony Brook vs. Boston College

Despite hosting Friday afternoon’s action, Stony Brook will technically be the “home” team as they enter the action ranked ahead of the Eagles. The meeting between the pair of non-traditional foes is just the fourth in all-time history and first since 2006, and the Eagles have won all three meetings. The Seawolves are led by the nation’s leading goal scorer in Courtney Murphy (95g, 14a), and the America East Attacker of the Year is flanked by fellow Tewaaraton nominee Kylie Ohlmiller (41g, 44a). Defensively, Joe Spallina’s team has yet to give up over 10 goals in a game this spring – in fact, they have given up double-digit goals just once this spring, a 10-14 loss to No. 5 seed USC. Freshman Anna Tesoriero’s 5.82 GAA ranks second in the nation.

Boston College heads in Friday’s content led by four 40+ point scorers in Tewaaraton nominee an reigning finalist Sarah Mannelly (36g, 33a), Caroline Margolis (28g, 16a), Kate Weeks (40g, 2a) and Tess Chandler (29g, 11a). Additionally, ice hockey standout Kenzie Kent ranks fifth on the team with 35 points (18g, 17a) – second in assists – through just nine games played.

Who wins: Toss-Up

This might be the most intriguing first round matchup in the tournament, as both teams play a vastly different brand of lacrosse; but neither more impactful than the other I'd argue. Stony Brook has proven that its zone defense can give teams fits offensively, but the Eagles has proven that they can score against the best of them and are no stranger to the zone – most recently racking up 11 vs. Syracuse in the ACC quarterfinals. This team will come down to who can possess the ball more often and capitalize on those possessions. Neither team dominates on the center circle – Keri McCarthy leads Stony Brook with 61 draws (39th nationally), and Sam Apuzzo still remains the leader in draws (33) for the Eagles despite not having played the last nine games of the season.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 16, 2016, 09:15:30 am
good effort, but lost to cuse in the 2nd round, 7-6. http://laxpower.com/update16/tourney16/bracket_wd1.php

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 16, 2016, 12:11:33 pm
http://laxmagazine.com/college_women/DI/2015-16/news/051516_womens_ncaa_roundup_syracuse_holds_off_stony_brook
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: joewillie on May 16, 2016, 12:34:38 pm
http://laxmagazine.com/college_women/DI/2015-16/news/051516_womens_ncaa_roundup_syracuse_holds_off_stony_brook
Tough draw, tough loss, great team.   
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 16, 2016, 12:43:19 pm
http://laxmagazine.com/college_women/DI/2015-16/news/051516_womens_ncaa_roundup_syracuse_holds_off_stony_brook
Tough draw, tough loss, great team.

I watched that game. What a heartbreaking loss. When we were up by 2 goals late in the first half I really thought SB had this game, even though SB was losing the Draws. the defense was solid with stopping Syracuse and we were making goals fairly easy in the first half.... I thought this was their year to finally advance to the Quarter finals.. SB returns 92% of their starters next year so they should be just as competitive if not better than this year..
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 16, 2016, 02:36:43 pm
good, but local, ink: http://sbpress.com/2016/05/the-stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-teams-evolution-into-a-national-powerhouse/

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The Stony Brook Women’s Lacrosse Team’s Evolution into a National Powerhouse

Stony Brook University’s women’s lacrosse team is consistently one of the best in the nation. Five years ago, that would have seemed like a pipe dream.

Through 2009-2011, the team had posted an 11-35 record. Ever since former Stony Brook Director of Athletics Jim Fiore hired Joe Spallina to take over the head-coaching job, the women’s lacrosse program has found annual success. The team has gone 80-17 during Spallina’s five-year tenure.

“We haven’t made it a secret that we love Long Island kids and they’re a huge part of our success,” Spallina said. “On my way home, I pass five high schools that play high-level lacrosse. Those girls have an opportunity to play lacrosse in their backyard at Stony Brook.”

“I think the biggest thing for us early on in our recruiting is that everyone wants the five-star lacrosse player,” Spallina said. “We’re okay with taking the three or four-star lacrosse players with a five-star work ethic and work on developing them into a five-star player.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 18, 2016, 04:58:23 pm
murphy, ohlmiller, and fleming named to the AA team: http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/sports/w-lacros/spec-rel/051816aaa.html

meritz didn't get it this year (did in 2015), but three is most weve gotten.  and two return!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 28, 2016, 11:26:54 am
all america teams are out, murphy (1st), ohlmiller (2nd), and fleming (3rd) are on it. http://www.laxpower.com/all-amer/aa-list-college.php?year=2016&division=WD1
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 07, 2016, 11:29:37 am
wayyyy too early 2017 top twenty: http://laxmagazine.com/college_women/DI/2015-16/news/060616_early_look_d1_women_top_20_for_2017

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4. Stony Brook

Number of Starters Lost: 2
Starting Goalie Graduate? No.
Percentage of Point Production Lost: 7.17%

The 2017 season could very well be the year of the Seawolves. They've been building one of the strongest teams over the past couple seasons, gaining experience playing against the best teams in Division I. Stony Brook has one of the best case scenarios among 2016 NCAA tournament teams returning a majority of its starting lineup, including new NCAA Division I single-season scoring record holder Courtney Murphy, who finished with 100 goals.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 09, 2016, 12:36:23 pm
http://laxmagazine.com/college_women/DI/2015-16/news/060816_straight_up_with_brian_schneider_and_sheehan_stanwick_burch

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Worst decision in the postseason accolades season: Stony Brook's Courtney Murphy's exclusion from becoming a Tewaarton finalist is mind-boggling. If breaking the NCAA Division I single-season scoring record for a top 10 team and a national power isn't enough, I'm not sure what is. Could it be that the front of her jersey says Stony Brook, and not one of the traditional powers? This process clearly needs to be re-evaluated.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 10, 2016, 12:25:29 pm
fleming eligible for the Baltimore ride: http://laxmagazine.com/uwlx/2015-16/news/061016_six_college_seniors_join_uwlx_rosters_following_ncaa_final_four
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 13, 2016, 12:11:27 pm
Courtney murphy was named to the all-IL women's team: http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/ilwomen-postseason-all-ilwomen-team/35559

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Courtney Murphy, Stony Brook (Jr.)

Murphy was the only player to break the 100-point threshold in 2016 as the automatic scorer for Stony Brook, tallying 100 goals and 16 assists. The First Team All-American led the country in goals per game (4.76) and points per game (5.52) for the Seawolves, who ranked fourth in the country in scoring margin.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 07, 2016, 03:39:35 pm
ohlmiller makes the US national team: http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/sports/w-lacros/spec-rel/080716aaa.html
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 09, 2016, 07:04:31 am
carlee buck gets a head coaching job: http://www.laxpower.com/laxnews/news.php?story=49737
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 10, 2016, 02:37:30 pm
more good news on the alumnae coaching front- this is part of building the program-

Courtney Bertolone Joins the Iona Lacrosse Coaching Staff
http://www.laxpower.com/laxnews/news.php?story=49738

Women's Lacrosse Adds Kaiser, Kupres to 2017 Coaching Staff
http://liupostpioneers.com/news/2016/8/2/womens-lacrosse-adds-kaiser-kupres-to-2017-coaching-staff.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 12, 2016, 11:41:42 am
http://laxmagazine.com/teamusa/women/2015-16/news/081116_five_takeaways_from_us_team_tryouts

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Attacker Kylie Ohlmiller (Stony Brook '18), whose application to try out for the 2015-16 team was denied, made the training team in her first U.S. tryout.

Which players improved from day one to day three? U.S. team selectors took note especially of Ohlmiller and midfielder Nicole Graziano (Florida '16) for their ability to accept their mistakes, synthesize feedback and adjust accordingly. Both were on the bubble entering Sunday.

Ohmiller "played her way onto the team just by her presence and ability to be dynamic creating opportunities for herself and others," Fried said, while Graziano "worked her way into everyone's consciousness" with a "super-gritty, super-competitive" approach to drills and scrimmages.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 12, 2016, 01:57:52 pm
ohlmiller scores 3 at the USA intrasquad scrimmage. http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/photos-standouts-us-lacrosse-grand-opening-usawlax-scrimmage/36186
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 20, 2016, 07:35:08 am
SB submits bid to host the final 4 again https://www.sbstatesman.com/2016/09/15/stony-brook-submits-bid-to-host-2017-womens-lacrosse-championships/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on September 20, 2016, 09:35:37 am
That would be a plus for us .
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 29, 2016, 01:14:33 pm
http://laxmagazine.com/college_women/DI/2016-17/news/092816_maryland_johns_hopkins_potential_host_2017_championship

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Stony Brook, which was awarded the 2018 Division I women's lacrosse championship after hosting in 2011 and 2012, also submitted a bid to host this spring.

Seawolves director of athletics Shawn Heilbron announced the school's decision in his "Together We Transform Thursday" blog on Sept. 15, noting that "the spirit in which the NCAA acted earlier this week is alive and well at Stony Brook." Coach Joe Spallina also supported Stony Brook's bid with LaValle Stadium as the venue.

"I think Stony Brook would be a perfect venue to hold the final four on short notice," said Spallina. "To me, it is an absolute no brainer – great stadium in a hotbed that could guarantee a packed house with experience hosting."
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Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 09, 2016, 04:07:07 pm
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Team USA finished the day undefeated with impressive showings from veterans and newcomers.

Of note, Stony Brook junior Kylie Ohlmiller, a recent addition to the roster, fit right in, scoring a team-high six goals against North Carolina, while adding one assist to tie former Syracuse standout Michelle Tumolo for a team-best seven points.

http://www.laxmagazine.com/teamusa/women/2016-17/news/100816_fall_classic_day_one_recap
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Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 10, 2016, 02:44:08 pm
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•Kylie Ohlmiller, the Stony Brook junior whose six goals against North Carolina included a behind-the-back finish that made ESPN's "SportsCenter" Top 10 plays Saturday.

No. 8 on SportsCenter's Top-10!

1 of 6 goals for @stonybrookwlax’s @ky_ohlmiller for #USAWLAX Saturday! pic.twitter.com/mgnZK1Kcs3
— America East (@AmericaEast) October 9, 2016

http://laxmagazine.com/teamusa/women/2016-17/news/100916_star_power_prevails_decisions_loom_on_us_attack
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Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 13, 2016, 05:07:48 pm
ohlmiller named to the US women's team for the world cup! http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/news/2016/10/13/womens-lacrosse-ohlmiller-named-to-us-lacrosse-world-cup-training-team.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 17, 2016, 12:19:35 pm
http://laxmagazine.com/college_women/DI/2016-17/news/101716_2017_storylines_possession_clock_and_more

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Stony Brook's Trajectory

Many teams have kept their eye on Stony Brook after it defeated USC, Notre Dame, Florida and Northwestern in 2015. Then last season, the Seawolves topped Stanford, Johns Hopkins and Boston College. So what's next? With star players like Kylie Ohlmiller, who just made the 2017 World Cup Training Team for the United States, and Courtney Murphy, who set the single-season NCAA goals record, the sky's the limit.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 17, 2016, 05:40:00 pm
picked up a nice transfer from Hofstra: http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/news/2016/10/17/womens-lacrosse-seawolves-add-transfer-carolyn-carrera.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 01, 2016, 01:32:14 pm
vote for Courtney Murphy!!! http://uslaxmagazine.com/bestoflacrosse/2016/120116_bestoflax_finalists_for_best_womens_player_of_2016?t=1480617075629

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Courtney Murphy, Stony Brook

NCAA's first 100-goal scorer broke single-season record in Seawolves' NCAA tournament win over Boston College
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 02, 2016, 01:10:56 pm
ohlmiller up for an award too: http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/news/2016/12/2/womens-lacrosse-murphy-ohlmiller-nominated-for-best-of-lacrosse-awards.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 08, 2016, 12:06:19 pm
vote for ohlmiller here- http://uslaxmagazine.com/bestoflacrosse/2016/120816_bestoflax_finalists_for_best_womens_breakthrough_of_2016

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Kylie Ohlmiller, Stony Brook/Team USA

Ohlmiller, a rising junior, became the first player from Stony Brook to make a U.S. women's national team roster and twice landed on ESPN's "SportsCenter" for behind-the-back goals.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on December 22, 2016, 11:40:44 am
This is impressive!!!!

http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/2017-face-off-yearbook-division-i-women-s-top-20-rankings/36717
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 10, 2017, 11:45:09 am
its only preseason- but two first teamers on the attack unit?  great stuff.

http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/face-off-yearbook-2017-preseason-division-i-women-s-all-americans/48088

FIRST TEAM
A: Courtney Murphy, Stony Brook, Sr.
A: Kylie Ohlmiller, Stony Brook, Jr.

SECOND TEAM
M: Dorrien Van Dyke, Stony Brook, Sr.

HONORABLE MENTION
M: Kristin Yevoli, Stony Brook, Sr.
D: Jessica Volpe, Stony Brook, Sr.
G: Anna Tesoriero, Stony Brook, So.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 14, 2017, 01:00:24 pm
ohlmiller trying out for team usa this wkd: http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/news/2017/1/12/womens-lacrosse-ohlmiller-to-compete-for-team-usa-this-weekend-at-spring-premiere.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on January 14, 2017, 07:37:36 pm
I'm still convinced this could be our first National Champion team someday . Sooner rather than later  they will break through they are just very good.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 17, 2017, 11:41:39 am
agreed.  for a while I thought it could've been football at the FCS level (remember that SHSU game?)...

http://www.laxpower.com/laxnews/news.php?story=50129

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Down a goal, Team USA needed an answer and got one from Kylie Ohlmiller (Stony Brook), who beat Florida goalie Haley Hicklen to tie the game with 3:38 remaining.

http://www.laxpower.com/laxnews/news.php?story=50130

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Kylie Ohlmiller, a Stony Brook junior, Alex Aust (Maryland '13), Schwarzmann and Kayla Treanor (Syracuse '16) scored sequentially to give command to Team USA, 7-1. Lynch scored unassisted at 7:49 to end the run for Notre Dame, but Fortunato assisted on two of Team USA's final four goals before the half for an 11-2 lead. Team USA forced 14 of Notre Dame's 23 turnovers in the decisive first half.

http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/reaction-u-s-tops-florida-notre-dame-in-us-spring-premiere/48121

Ohlmiller: 3g, 1gb vs. Florida; 2g, 1gb vs. Notre Dame
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 18, 2017, 11:49:48 am
well this stinks... ohlmiller snubbed in favor of an-all ACC team: http://laxmagazine.com/blog/us-lacrosse-names-2017-women%E2%80%99s-world-cup-roster
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on January 18, 2017, 03:16:40 pm
  I guess no one knows how to play Lax except and ACC student . No BIAS here though .  Really stinks for sure not only for our girl but anyone else playing the game.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 19, 2017, 11:51:45 am
thats why I think objectively you can say that this is absurd.

http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/face-off-yearbook-2017-women-s-division-i-player-of-the-year-watch/48133

Face-Off Yearbook 2017: Women's Division I Player of the Year Watch

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Courtney Murphy, A, Sr., Stony Brook
Murphy led the nation in points in 2016 (116) after notching an NCAA single-season record 100 goals last spring en route to being named an First Team All-American and the America East’s Offensive Player of the Year. Six of Murphy’s goals were game-winners, as she helped lead the Seawolves to their 17-4 mark. She also picked up 17 groundballs, seven draws and caused nine turnovers. Murphy, alongside fellow linemate Kylie Ohlmiller (below), are the nation’s top one-two punch heading into 2017.

Kylie Ohlmiller, A, Jr., Stony Brook
While Murphy had a strong showing in 2017, don’t overlook the 91-point (44G, 47A) résumé teammate Kyle Ohlmiller put up on the heels of her breakout rookie campaign (42, 44). Ohlmiller has the ability to create offense for herself and her teammates at an equally high level. The talented lefty heads into her junior campaign as the nation’s top QB-type attacker, and she looks to lead Stony Brook to its first Final Four appearance.


ten picks, two of which are SB attack!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 24, 2017, 12:04:39 pm
ink for ohlmiller: http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/february-2017-issue-available-ivy-royalty-super-sophomores-and-strong-island/48167

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Ohlmiller as on the precipice of making the U.S. National Team in advance of the FIL Women’s World Cup set for England this July. The superstar from Long Island has had her share of highlight-reel moments, and she’s part of a group leading Stony Brook to new heights.

looks like more coming soon:

The second cover features "Super Sophs" Colin Burke from Fairfield and Pat Spencer from Loyola. A special digital cover highlights a women's story focusing in part on Stony Brook — "Strong Island."

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 25, 2017, 06:57:00 pm
SB is the favorite: http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/news/2017/1/20/womens-lacrosse-seawolves-unanimously-picked-to-win-america-east-title.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 31, 2017, 11:53:44 am
cascade media poll likes the wolfettes at #5: http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/cascade-women-s-division-i-media-poll-unc-headlines-preseason-ranks/48227

http://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/polls/17
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 31, 2017, 11:55:07 am
laxmagazine at #4: http://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/ncaa-preview-division-i-womens-preseason-top-20

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4. Stony Brook

2016 record: 17-4 (6-0 America East)
Last seen: Giving up a halftime lead to Syracuse and ending its hopes of a final four appearance.
Starts lost: 21%
Scoring lost: 7%

Forecast: Stony Brook is the dark horse of 2017. The Seawolves have been on the verge of breaking through for the past few seasons and enter spring with threats all over the field, from Courtney Murphy, the first player in NCAA history to score 100 goals in a season, to goalie Anna Tesoriero, who finished second in goals against average in Division I.

Enemy lines: “Return over 90 percent of scoring, starting goalie and defensive experience. Why can’t this be their year? … Spallina has done amazing things with this program. … Ohlmiller and Murphy could be best 1-2 combo in NCAA.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on January 31, 2017, 07:20:10 pm
Fingers crossed they break through this  season !
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 01, 2017, 11:47:23 am
IL #4: http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/face-off-yearbook-2017-unc-maryland-florida-stony-brook-penn-state-previews/48233

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4. Stony Brook

Team Info
Conference: America East
2016 Record: 17-4
2016 Conference: 6-0
GPG (Rank): 13.43 (7)
GAA (Rank): 6.10 (2)
Location: Stony Brook, N.Y.
Head Coach: Joe Spallina
Year: 6th
Website: stonybrookathletics.com
Twitter: @StonyBrookWLAX
Key Losses: Alyssa Fleming, D; Maegan Meritz, D; Taylor Ranftle, A; Lauren Schwalje, M
2017 Face-Off Yearbook All-Americans: Courtney Murphy, A, Sr. (First); Kylie Ohlmiller, A, Jr. (First); Dorrien Van Dyke, M, Sr. (Second); Anna Tesorierro, G, So. (HM); Jessica Volpe, D, Sr. (HM); Kristin Yevoli, M, Sr. (HM)
Impact Arrival: Taryn Ohlmiller, A, Islip (N.Y.)
The season will tell if Ohlmiller is a natural addition to Stony Brook’s offense, a unit regulated by her sister Kylie. An Under Armour All-American and IL’s No. 31 incomer, Ohlmiller will use her stick skills and creativity to try to contribute to an already lethal offense.
Position Unit of Strength: Attack
With 2016’s national scoring leader returning to the field along with the fifth overall point-scorer from a year ago, the Seawolves’ attack will be nearly impossible to defend. First Team All-American Courtney Murphy set the NCAA single-season record with 100 goals, while Team USA member and All-American Kylie Ohlmiller quarterbacked the Stony Brook offense with 44 goals and 47 assists. The Seawolves also return Dorrien Van Dyke, who tallied a 53-goal season in 2016 — no small feat, but just over half of Murphy’s record.
Preseason Storyline: Carerra comes on board
Carolyn Carerra will join Stony Brook as a transfer from another Long Island school, Hofstra. In 2016, Carerra contributed 66 draw controls, 31 groundballs and 17 caused turnovers. The junior will fortify the defensive side of the field for the Seawolves, who will need to replace a trio of starting senior defenders from 2016.
Bottom Line: Stony Brook is knocking on the door
As the Seawolves seek to make their fifth-straight NCAA Tournament appearance, there is more on the horizon for the team. Stony Brook has had the pieces in place, but with virtually all of its offensive production returning from a record-breaking 2016, along with goalie Anna Tesoriero with a season under her belt, the Seawolves will have a good chance of getting over the hump to Championship Weekend. While Stony Brook will need to find answers defensively, with Tesoriero returning as the anchor, the Seawolves will still retain some consistency from a year in which Teroriero ranked 11th in the country in save percentage.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 02, 2017, 12:28:04 pm
headlines! http://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/why-stony-brook-deserves-your-respect

a MUST read

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Why Stony Brook Deserves Your Respect

(http://www.uslaxmagazine.com/sites/default/files/kylie-ohlmiller-courtney-murphy-stony-brook-john-mecionis.jpg)

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 02, 2017, 10:09:25 pm
more ink: http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/mirror-opposites-stony-brook-usc/48257

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 02, 2017, 10:10:40 pm
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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 22, 2017, 06:59:22 pm
the ladies crush marist, move to 3-0, and have blackouts! http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/news/2017/2/21/womens-lacrosse-no-7-7-stony-brook-cruises-to-19-3-win-at-marist.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 25, 2017, 04:41:47 pm
ohlmiller scores in between the legs, no look: http://www.excellesports.com/news/watch-stony-brooks-ohlmiller-scores/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 28, 2017, 08:42:37 pm
murphy, van dyke, and ohlmiller added to the tewey watchlist: http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/news/2017/2/28/womens-lacrosse-murphy-van-dyke-ohlmiller-named-to-tewaaraton-watch-list.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 05, 2017, 02:22:32 pm
SB blows up #12 northwestern, 13-5. 

ohlmiller with 3,2, her younger sister with 2-0.  burns had a big day.

SB at 4-0 and hopefully moving up. GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: laxnation on March 05, 2017, 02:35:25 pm
SB blows up #12 northwestern, 13-5. 

ohlmiller with 3,2, her younger sister with 2-0.  burns had a big day.

SB at 4-0 and hopefully moving up. GO SB
Murphy left the game due to injury. A couple of tough road games ahead in Yale and Florida, who is playing phenomenally.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 06, 2017, 03:18:56 pm
is she ok?

SB sweeps AE awards: http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/news/2017/3/6/womens-lacrosse-seawolves-sweep-america-east-weekly-honors.aspx

#5/7 in polls: http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/news/2017/3/6/womens-lacrosse-seawolves-in-the-rankings-march-6-2017.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 08, 2017, 09:04:06 pm
no murphy; no problem.  SB dusts yale 20-10.  it was 15-5 at half. http://yalebulldogs.com/sports/w-lacros/2016-17/boxscores/20170308_cskc.xml
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on March 11, 2017, 02:11:04 pm
SBU women getting  run over by Florida . Not even close at this point.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on March 11, 2017, 02:12:35 pm
SBU women getting  run over by Florida . Not even close at this point.

The gators play very aggressive style of lacrosse. Constantly attacking the net.. SB should do the same
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 18, 2017, 07:33:15 am
murphy redshirt on a busted ACL: http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/stony-brook-s-murphy-using-acl-tear-as-2018-motivation/48720

SB lax is a really tight family.  great to hear she landed a good job so soon.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 25, 2017, 02:04:08 pm
another big one for the girls: http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/news/2017/3/24/womens-lacrosse-no-7-9-stony-brook-picks-up-third-ranked-win-of-2017-with-victory-over-no-9-10-usc-inbox-x.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 28, 2017, 11:45:13 am
im two months late to this, but an interview with ohlmiller: http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/57-questions-kylie-ohlmiller/48246
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 28, 2017, 11:45:59 am
STONY BROOK'S KYLIE OHLMILLER NAMED EPOCH/USL PLAYER OF THE WEEK
http://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/players-of-the-week/stony-brooks-kylie-ohlmiller-named-epoch-usl-player-of-the-week
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 28, 2017, 09:05:46 pm
sportscenter top 10-

ohlmiller behind the back
to
ohlmiller behind the back

https://twitter.com/StonyBrookWLAX/status/846346458945110016
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 30, 2017, 11:41:13 am
usc photos: http://www.insidelacrosse.com/slideshow/top-10-photos-week-7/13?slide=1
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 30, 2017, 11:42:20 am
midseason AAs: http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/video-division-i-midseason-all-americans-report/48889

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ILWOMEN'S MIDSEASON ALL-AMERICA TEAM

Attack
Kylie Ohlmiller, Stony Brook, Jr.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 03, 2017, 11:47:25 am
#4: http://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/polls

AE weekly awards: http://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2017/4/3/womens-lacrosse-kylie-ohlmiller-brooke-gubitosi-selected-for-america-east-weekly-awards.aspx

ohlmillers on news 12: http://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2017/4/2/womens-lacrosse-ohlmiller-sisters-to-appear-on-news-12-varsity-sports-rush-sunday-night.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 03, 2017, 11:49:38 am
http://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/rankings/stony-brook-rises-in-nike-us-lacrosse-womens-top-20-rankings
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 04, 2017, 08:22:26 pm
http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/news/2017/4/3/womens-lacrosse-taryn-ohlmiller-named-inside-lacrosse-national-player-rookie-of-the-week.aspx

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BALTIMORE – Stony Brook women's lacrosse freshman Taryn Ohlmiller (Islip, N.Y.) has been named Alpha Lacrosse national Player and Rookie of the Week by Inside Lacrosse, as announced by the IL Women staff Tuesday.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 06, 2017, 12:02:31 pm
some early bracketology: http://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/midseason-report-division-i-women-bracketology-talk
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 07, 2017, 12:50:27 pm
tewey shortlist: http://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/tewaaraton-watch-top-womens-candidates

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KYLIE OHLMILLER
Stony Brook, Junior, Attack
The dynamic junior leads the nation in scoring thanks to her incredible balance of 40 goals and 35 assists. Her goals per game ranks eighth in the country and her assists per game rank second. Since Courtney Murphy was lost to injury, Ohlmiller has become even more important on attack and has delivered. She has elevated her game despite even greater attention from opponents.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on April 11, 2017, 07:13:12 pm
Our Ladies are crushing Johns Hopkins after 2 periods 16-6 .
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 12, 2017, 10:54:19 am
they have a legitimate shot at a national title.  should make the F4.  RPI is strong: http://laxpower.com/update17/binwom/rpi01.php

and missing one of our stars!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on April 12, 2017, 06:28:20 pm
  I truly hope this is the season for them and SBU
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on April 12, 2017, 06:32:07 pm
  I truly hope this is the season for them and SBU
Me too.. This team is firing on all cylinders this year and they have the talent to make it to the finals..
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 17, 2017, 11:24:37 am
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/cascade-women-s-division-i-media-poll-florida-stony-brook-make-moves-albany-enters/49131

Top Five
1. Maryland
2. Florida
3. Stony Brook
4. North Carolina
5. Penn State


http://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/rankings/syracuse-soars-in-nike-us-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20

    
APRIL 17, 2017
1   Maryland   15-0   1   4/20 at No. 5 Penn State
2   North Carolina   12-2   2   4/22 at Duke
3   Florida   13-2   3   4/22 at Temple
4   Stony Brook   13-1   4   4/22 at UMBC
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 19, 2017, 11:43:19 am
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/ncaa-announces-championship-quarterfinal-sites-for-2019-22/49147

SB to host the 2018 women's lax championships at LaValle.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 22, 2017, 09:30:18 pm
another victory: http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/news/2017/4/22/womens-lacrosse-offensive-outbursts-from-kylie-ohlmiller-emma-schait-lead-no-4-stony-brook-to-victory-at-umbc.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 28, 2017, 04:25:21 pm
ladies take on hofstra tonight at shuart and also van dyke and ohlmiller have been named to the final tewey nomination list: http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/news/2017/4/28/womens-lacrosse-kylie-ohlmiller-dorrien-van-dyke-selected-as-tewaaraton-nominees.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on April 28, 2017, 07:48:53 pm
With 8:30 to go in the 1st half SBU leads 11-0 over Hofstra .  Blowout city so far !
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 01, 2017, 11:54:23 am
big blowout against Hof.

still at #4 heading into the AE tourney: http://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/rankings/maryland-heads-into-tourney-atop-nike-us-lacrosse-womens-poll
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 01, 2017, 03:24:08 pm
a week old...  but some video of trick shots from the ladies: http://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/stony-brook-lacrosse-players-showcase-their-trick-shots-1.13503644

winners of 11 straight, most havent come within 10 goals of the wolfettes.  friday at 530 they host UNH.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 01, 2017, 08:42:15 pm
van dyke drafted into the pro ranks: http://www.sbstatesman.com/2017/04/18/van-dyke-drafted-to-womens-professional-league/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 03, 2017, 12:35:17 pm
women should get a seed: http://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/wd1-bracketology-determining-seeds-final-at-large-bids

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on May 03, 2017, 06:58:35 pm
As it should be . They are having a great season !
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: sbugold on May 08, 2017, 07:27:29 am
Somebody explain to me  how the Seawolves can be the undefeated conference champions, only lose one game all season (to a no. 3 ranked team) and be ranked no. 4 nationally--yet, only be a #8 seed and not get a first round bye!!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: laxnation on May 08, 2017, 09:30:12 am
Somebody explain to me  how the Seawolves can be the undefeated conference champions, only lose one game all season (to a no. 3 ranked team) and be ranked no. 4 nationally--yet, only be a #8 seed and not get a first round bye!!
The America East is a God-awful Conference!

What's troubling, is how is Penn St seeded 4th when they lost to Northwestern and Colorado, while Stony Brook beat both these teams.  Someone or some people are out to get someone!

Also, you be surprised how unqualified some of the memberships  are on the selection committee.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on May 08, 2017, 10:23:07 am
No respect for the America East . Big conferences will always  have more say and sway than the little guys.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 08, 2017, 11:25:06 am
its rather simple.  one sees the NCAA selection process and thinks, the teams should line up in order.

that's not how it works.  there are geographical considerations.  also, asses in the seats.  which means tv, merch, concessions, $$$.

see the men's bracket.  denver vs AFA.  ND vs marquette.  PSU vs towson. http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/2017-men-s-ncaa-di-tournament-bracket-maryland-is-top-seed/49421
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: laxnation on May 08, 2017, 03:18:40 pm
its rather simple.  one sees the NCAA selection process and thinks, the teams should line up in order.

that's not how it works.  there are geographical considerations.  also, asses in the seats.  which means tv, merch, concessions, $$$.

see the men's bracket.  denver vs AFA.  ND vs marquette.  PSU vs towson. http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/2017-men-s-ncaa-di-tournament-bracket-maryland-is-top-seed/49421
We are  talking the women's bracket, not the men.
None of the men criteria works on why Penn St is seeded higher than Stony Brook.
Geographically it's negligible.
Stony Brook would have greater attendance than any other school except for maybe Maryland. More merchandise and more concessions would be sold at Stony Brook.
None of the games will be on "tv" prior to the semis. If the games were televised the ratings would be .00000000001

It all comes down to common opponents with Stony Brook and Penn State.
Based on this, Stony Brook got screwed!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 08, 2017, 04:37:17 pm
its rather simple.  one sees the NCAA selection process and thinks, the teams should line up in order.

that's not how it works.  there are geographical considerations.  also, asses in the seats.  which means tv, merch, concessions, $$$.

see the men's bracket.  denver vs AFA.  ND vs marquette.  PSU vs towson. http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/2017-men-s-ncaa-di-tournament-bracket-maryland-is-top-seed/49421
We are  talking the women's bracket, not the men.
None of the men criteria works on why Penn St is seeded higher than Stony Brook.
Geographically it's negligible.
Stony Brook would have greater attendance than any other school except for maybe Maryland. More merchandise and more concessions would be sold at Stony Brook.
None of the games will be on "tv" prior to the semis. If the games were televised the ratings would be .00000000001

It all comes down to common opponents with Stony Brook and Penn State.
Based on this, Stony Brook got screwed!

Agreed. SB did get screwed. The only way to prove these naysayers wrong is, WIN!!!!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 09, 2017, 08:44:20 am
i agree too that they got screwed.

but the bottom line is the cmte has a human element- an override if you will.

and that's how this happened.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: laxnation on May 09, 2017, 09:18:46 am
i agree too that they got screwed.

but the bottom line is the cmte has a human element- an override if you will.

and that's how this happened.

It sounds like a member or two on the Committee might not be the biggest fans of Spallina.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 09, 2017, 11:42:06 am
http://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/stony-brooks-seed-puzzles-fans-but-big-wins-reap-rewards

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While pollsters have the Seawolves fourth in the country, their NCAA resume lacked major wins – namely wins above their ranking – despite an excellent 18-1 record.

“All selection, seeding and bracketing principles were followed, including the ability to move seeds across and up and down seed lines to build the bracket.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 09, 2017, 11:42:43 am
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PLAYERS TO WATCH
Kylie Ohlmiller, Stony Brook, Jr. A

The nation’s leading scorer dishes and scores at ease. As the catalyst of the Seawolves offense, look for Ohlmiller’s skill to shine. It would be a treat to see it on display in a potential matchup against No. 1 Maryland.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 09, 2017, 07:54:44 pm
i agree too that they got screwed.

but the bottom line is the cmte has a human element- an override if you will.

and that's how this happened.

I'm quite certain the AE conference had everything to do with the seeding... SB really needs to move out of this conference if they want to gain respect from the cmte in the future.. Just move all sports into the CAA already.. Moving into the MEEC, Patriot league would only be a lateral.. The CAA is a arguably a step up
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 10, 2017, 08:56:53 am
same point; its not just lining up the teams in order.

therefore, forget the polls.  polls dont always consider SoS, RPI, OOC.

cmte may consider other factors.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on May 10, 2017, 10:13:58 am
i agree too that they got screwed.

but the bottom line is the cmte has a human element- an override if you will.

and that's how this happened.

I'm quite certain the AE conference had everything to do with the seeding... SB really needs to move out of this conference if they want to gain respect from the cmte in the future.. Just move all sports into the CAA already.. Moving into the MEEC, Patriot league would only be a lateral.. The CAA is a arguably a step up

We tried to do that, but Hofstra blocked us the last time. Besides, we'd be moving all sports from a single one bid league to another and increasing the travel costs. Is it really worth sending our teams to the Carolinas in the middle of the week just to be in another one bid league? The only non FBS move I'd make is to the A10.


Sure the committee screwed over the wLAX team on seeding, but being in the CAA alone wouldn't fix that. The CAA isn't what it once was when ODU, VCU, etc. were in the conference years ago and George Mason made the final four.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on May 12, 2017, 06:58:09 pm
Easy win for our Ladies  21-6 . Now for Albany or Northwestern .
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 13, 2017, 05:29:45 pm
http://www.espn.com/espnw/sports/article/19356508/will-rash-upsets-spread-ncaa-women-lacrosse-tournament

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The No. 8 Stony Brook Seawolves (18-1) think they can be the one to make waves. Their lone loss was to Florida, and they count wins over USC, Colorado and Northwestern. Kylie Ohlmiller, a junior with a national-best 145 points (70 goals and 75 assists), is looking to become the school's first Tewaaraton winner. Little girls on Long Island wait as long as 90 minutes to snag her signature after games at LaValle Stadium. "We have all the pieces this season and the mindset to win it all," coach Joe Spallina said.

(http://a.espncdn.com/photo/2017/0510/r208272_600x600_1-1.jpg)

Stony Brook's Kylie Ohlmiller, who has 145 points on the season, needs three more to tie the Division I single-season record.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on May 13, 2017, 09:33:04 pm
Huge game   on Sunday
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 14, 2017, 02:42:12 pm
Another groundbreaking win. 13-9
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Wolfie_MD on May 14, 2017, 05:24:25 pm
Great win, now finally over that hump. Now we're playing with house money against Maryland. Women's lacrosse at Stony Brook is a model to which other programs at the university should look to for inspiration.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 14, 2017, 07:06:33 pm
Maryland seems unbeatable so playing them to within five would be a minor victory.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on May 14, 2017, 07:46:55 pm
Wolfie MD  I agree . If this team can advance and be nationally ranked so can others . No reason to be in the middle of the pack in the America East or CAA.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on May 14, 2017, 08:45:45 pm
So gald they've made it this far. I may be able to make it out to the game since it's in my neck of the woods.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chrissy D. on May 14, 2017, 09:33:27 pm
Spallina and the talent is why this team is so good. He came in with a certain amount of cache from Adelphi with national titles. He promotes the program and sells the local kids on it. He schedules the big names and expects his kids to win, not to be just competetive. It really doesn't matter what conf you play in, you just have to strive for excellence. His model for success should be the model for all coaches at SB. He uses social media to his benefit and really sells what his program is doing. You don't hear the weather excuse when it comes to this team. They are the example of not needing an indoor practice facility in order to recruit. Big fish in a small pond seems to be working really well for Spallina and his team.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 15, 2017, 11:27:56 am
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No. 8 Stony Brook 13, Northwestern 9

In a hard-fought battle on Long Island, Stony Brook prevailed over Northwestern, 13-9, to earn its first-ever berth into the NCAA quarterfinals. Tewaaraton finalist Kylie Ohlmiller posted six points (2G, 4A), while kid sister Taryn chipped in three goals and an assist. Danita Stroup posted a hat trick for the ‘Cats in defeat.

By The Numbers: 1
Stony Brook's win over Northwestern mark the first time in program history that the Seawolves are NCAA quarterfinal bound. Stony Brook will take on No. 1 seeded and undefeated Maryland.

X-Factor: Keri McCarthy, Stony Brook, Midfield, So.
Headed into second round action, Shelby Fredericks was averaging 8.42 draws per game – best for third nationally – and was coming off of a 12 draw performance vs. Albany on Friday evening. Sophomore Keri McCarthy held Fredericks to just five from the field, while grabbing a game-high nine of her own. Additionally, she chipped in two points (1G, 1A) of her own.

What’s Next?

No. 1 Maryland vs. No. 8 Stony Brook

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 15, 2017, 11:28:38 am
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/tewaaraton-award-presented-by-under-armour-announces-2017-finalists/49471

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The five women’s finalists are:
Nadine Hadnagy, Maryland - Sr., Defense
Olivia Hompe, Princeton - Sr., Attack
Marie McCool, North Carolina - Jr., Midfield
Kylie Ohlmiller, Stony Brook - Jr., Attack
Zoe Stukenberg, Maryland - Sr., Midfield

Ben Reeves (Yale) is the only returning finalist from 2016, while Kylie Ohlmiller becomes Stony Brook’s first Tewaaraton finalist and Trevor Baptiste (Denver) is the first faceoff specialist to be a finalist for the award. All 10 finalists will compete in this month’s NCAA Tournament, at the conclusion of which the selection committees will vote on and select the 2017 winners.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 17, 2017, 12:04:53 pm
http://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/2017-has-been-a-special-year-for-stony-brooks-no-17

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“EVERYONE KNOWS WHO MARYLAND IS, WHO HAS GONE TO MARYLAND AND DONE ALL THAT. I’M EXCITED TO BE A PART OF WHAT STONY BROOK HAS TO SHOW THE WORLD.” — STONY BROOK'S KYLIE OHLMILLER, WHO BROKE JEN ADAMS' NCAA SINGLE-SEASON SCORING RECORD

“I couldn’t do anything without coach Joe Spallina pushing me to do my best every day and seeing something in me in high school that no one else saw,” said Ohlmiller, a junior from nearby Islip, N.Y. “Or without the help of my teammates. Without them, I wouldn’t have as many assists or goals.”

In so many ways. It’s the year her younger sister, Taryn, debuted for the Seawolves. The freshman ranks second on the team, and seventh in the country, with 98 points. It’s also the year Stony Brook finally broke through.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 17, 2017, 12:06:06 pm
Photos: Stony Brook Earns First-Ever Elite Eight Berth Over Northwestern, 13-9
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/photos-stony-brook-earns-first-ever-elite-eight-berth-over-northwestern-13-9/49531
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 17, 2017, 12:07:52 pm
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/bracket-breakdown-wdi-quarterfinal-preview/49542

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1-seed Maryland vs. 8-seed Stony Brook

Stony Brook had two play two games to get here, routing NEC champion Bryant 21-6 then defeating Northwestern 13-9. The America East champion has won 15 consecutive games, scoring in double figures in all but one contest.

What could the game bring?
The traditional power vs. the new kids on the block: Maryland has been in the NCAA quarterfinal round every year since 2007 while Stony Brook makes its first-ever appearance in the quarterfinals.

Two of the top three scoring offenses enter, with Maryland averaging 17.05 goals per game and Stony Brook netting 16.29 goals per game. Stony Brook also has the nation’s top scoring defense with seven goals allowed a game, while Maryland is 13th at 9.05 goals allowed per game.

Matchup to watch: Stony Brook’s Kylie Ohlmiller vs. Maryland’s Nadine Hadnagy
A battle of Tewaaraton finalists: In the red corner, you have a human highlight reel attack that shoots and passes behind her back, shoots while falling, bounces shots, and can run everywhere.  On the other side of the ring, the best shutdown one-on-one close defender in the sport that has handled some of the best in the game. Ohlmiller has notched at least four points in every game this season, and Hadnagy has led a Maryland defense that has not lost yet. Something will have to give.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 17, 2017, 12:10:25 pm
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/inside-lacrosse-announces-inaugural-women-s-media-all-america-teams/49538

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Inside Lacrosse Announces Inaugural Women's Media All-America Teams

First Team

Attack: Kylie Ohlmiller, Stony Brook, Jr.
Defense: Brooke Gubitosi, Stony Brook, R-Jr.


Honorable Mention

Attack: Taryn Ohlmiller, Stony Brook, Fr.
Midfield: Dorrien Van Dyke, Stony Brook, Sr.
Defense: Jessica Volpe, Stony Brook, Sr.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 17, 2017, 12:28:27 pm
I don't expect SBU to beat the Terps but next year could be the year they go all the way. Most if not all of their top weapons will be back, and a year better.  If lightning strikes twice and they do make it to the  semifinals this year, it would rival the upset when baseball beat LSU to make it to the College World Series in 2012.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on May 17, 2017, 02:02:25 pm
Fingers crossed they advance this weekend .  If not then in 2018 for sure !
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 20, 2017, 05:37:01 pm
dammit dammit dammit dammit !!!

http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/news/2017/5/20/womens-lacrosse-no-8-stony-brook-outlasted-by-no-1-maryland-in-ncaa-quarterfinal.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 20, 2017, 07:11:21 pm
dammit dammit dammit dammit !!!

http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/news/2017/5/20/womens-lacrosse-no-8-stony-brook-outlasted-by-no-1-maryland-in-ncaa-quarterfinal.aspx

58-15 fouls against SB is all on the Big10 officials and favoritism. The time for SB to move out of the AE is now.. SB was and is better than the Terps this year and an lost to a school from the AE would be a totally embarrassing the the BIG10 and Maryland. The officials know this as well.. This will continue to happen to any school associated with the AE. We see it in basketball and now lacrosse. I am sick to my stomach because SB had this game all the way to the end..
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on May 20, 2017, 07:57:38 pm
It was such a frustrating thing to see. I only watched the last few minutes or so, but we dominated the whole match only to lose it at the end. I never would have thought I'd care about a WLAX game, but I did. Soooo close.  >:(


dammit dammit dammit dammit !!!

http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/news/2017/5/20/womens-lacrosse-no-8-stony-brook-outlasted-by-no-1-maryland-in-ncaa-quarterfinal.aspx

58-15 fouls against SB is all on the Big10 officials and favoritism. The time for SB to move out of the AE is now.. SB was and is better than the Terps this year and an lost to a school from the AE would be a totally embarrassing the the BIG10 and Maryland. The officials know this as well.. This will continue to happen to any school associated with the AE. We see it in basketball and now lacrosse. I am sick to my stomach because SB had this game all the way to the end..

Ok, but where would we go? There's only one non-FBS move I think we should make if the opportunity arose and that would be to the A10. Any other league would be at best a lateral move that would baloon the travel costs for no good reason.

We're talking about LAX in particular, and LAX might be the AE's strongest sport with us and Albany frequently being ranked. Conference affiliation screws us over, but not necessarily in LAX. Hell if the NCAA rules were different, we may very well have found ourselves being an affiliate in the B1G. We're a public AAU flagship in NY. We're basically a B1G school without the tradition, enrollment, and massive football stadium.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chrissy D. on May 20, 2017, 08:16:27 pm
Albany just beat North Carolina an ACC team in mens lax. Calls go agsinst teams all the time thats why its called homecooking. SB tried getting all sports to go to the CAA and was blocked by Hofstra. SB wont be joining a major conf anytime soon if not ever. All sports CAA would be the best option and maybe that can be revisited. This loss reminds me of the mens 2010 loss to Virginia in the quarters. This does set up nice for next yr at LaValle. Still frustrating, but the tank is still full.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on May 20, 2017, 09:30:27 pm
  The CAA is nice but also a 1 bid league in  all sports including lax, baseball and hoops. The CAA is not an answer . I see us in the AE for quite awhile plodding along .  If you are going to move  up you need funding and an invite from an FBS Conference and that's a long way away .  This was a shame our girls lost  since they were  clearly they  were the better team on the field .
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 21, 2017, 04:28:32 am
It was such a frustrating thing to see. I only watched the last few minutes or so, but we dominated the whole match only to lose it at the end. I never would have thought I'd care about a WLAX game, but I did. Soooo close.  >:(


dammit dammit dammit dammit !!!

http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/news/2017/5/20/womens-lacrosse-no-8-stony-brook-outlasted-by-no-1-maryland-in-ncaa-quarterfinal.aspx

58-15 fouls against SB is all on the Big10 officials and favoritism. The time for SB to move out of the AE is now.. SB was and is better than the Terps this year and an lost to a school from the AE would be a totally embarrassing the the BIG10 and Maryland. The officials know this as well.. This will continue to happen to any school associated with the AE. We see it in basketball and now lacrosse. I am sick to my stomach because SB had this game all the way to the end..

Ok, but where would we go? There's only one non-FBS move I think we should make if the opportunity arose and that would be to the A10. Any other league would be at best a lateral move that would baloon the travel costs for no good reason.

We're talking about LAX in particular, and LAX might be the AE's strongest sport with us and Albany frequently being ranked. Conference affiliation screws us over, but not necessarily in LAX. Hell if the NCAA rules were different, we may very well have found ourselves being an affiliate in the B1G. We're a public AAU flagship in NY. We're basically a B1G school without the tradition, enrollment, and massive football stadium.

Listen. I know and understand everything about the CAA being a one bid league, however. The CAA is a step or two higher than the AE conference as far a nationwide recognition and schools who are stronger in Athletics.. The A-10 is a Basketball league and thats great for SBB, but we still have many other sports. I feel as if the CAA would be the best bet for all sports at this time. I also understand the added travel time and cost associated with the move, it will be well worth it in  the long run if SB ever wants to jump up to a power conference, If they ever do..  This university needs to be more recognized and respected on the national landscape. The AE just doesnt cut it anymore for us.  Heck!! Hofstra only 25 miles west of SB and they are in the CAA!

Dont be surprised in a year or two UA and SB makes the move into the CAA for all sports. Both schools appear to do things in tandem I noticed..
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on May 21, 2017, 04:33:26 pm
I don't see what's gained from moving from one one-bid league to another. It just makes it harder for us to get that single bid and get exposure. I'm not even sure the CAA is a stronger BBall conference than the AE at this point, but that's another discussion.

We get exposure by winning and winning against good programs. The CAA might be a stronger league, but being in the best one bid conference in the country does us no good. I almost think we might be better of going the other way and dominating the weaker conference. At least then were winning, making playoff/NCAA tournament appearances, and getting positive exposure.

We're heading into our fifth season in the CAA Football conference and have nothing to show for it. Had we remained in the Big South, we'd have continued to dominate the league, make playoff appearances, and maybe steal a game or two in the FCS playoffs despite our horrid offense. Keep in mind that since we've left the Big South, both Coastal Carolina and Liberty, teams we frequently laid the beat down on have gone FBS.

Granted, football is a different beast than basketball (FCS at large bids) and I remain a fan of the CAA Football move, but it's something to think about. Is being 2nd place in a stronger league and never making the tournament superior to winning the weaker league and getting your name out there so people can see you play? It's something to think about. Maybe we should dominate the AE and position ourselves to make a big stride further down the road as opposed to taking baby steps now and potentially making it harder for us to move ahead. We've only been to the tournament once, but how many years has it been where we've only been a shot or two away from getting in?
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chrissy D. on May 21, 2017, 04:50:51 pm
Couldnt agree more VA seawolve. Win and you will get noticed just like Albany does.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 21, 2017, 07:58:45 pm
Getting back to the game, ladies lax would almost certainly be in the Final Four were it not for the questionable NY State travel ban on North Carolina. It's why they were seeded 8th instead of 7th...because they couldn't travel to North Carolina. Navy beat UNC on Saturday and SBU is better than Navy, so there you have it.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on May 22, 2017, 12:02:58 am
Getting back to the game, ladies lax would almost certainly be in the Final Four were it not for the questionable NY State travel ban on North Carolina. It's why they were seeded 8th instead of 7th...because they couldn't travel to North Carolina. Navy beat UNC on Saturday and SBU is better than Navy, so there you have it.

I had no idea that was why we were seeded 8th instead of 7th. Is there a source on that or is it just conjecture? The travel ban I feel may come to bite us in the rear end at another time in the future in other sports though. Oh well. That's the price of taking a stand I guess.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 22, 2017, 04:14:01 am
I don't see what's gained from moving from one one-bid league to another. It just makes it harder for us to get that single bid and get exposure. I'm not even sure the CAA is a stronger BBall conference than the AE at this point, but that's another discussion.

We get exposure by winning and winning against good programs. The CAA might be a stronger league, but being in the best one bid conference in the country does us no good. I almost think we might be better of going the other way and dominating the weaker conference. At least then were winning, making playoff/NCAA tournament appearances, and getting positive exposure.

We're heading into our fifth season in the CAA Football conference and have nothing to show for it. Had we remained in the Big South, we'd have continued to dominate the league, make playoff appearances, and maybe steal a game or two in the FCS playoffs despite our horrid offense. Keep in mind that since we've left the Big South, both Coastal Carolina and Liberty, teams we frequently laid the beat down on have gone FBS.

Granted, football is a different beast than basketball (FCS at large bids) and I remain a fan of the CAA Football move, but it's something to think about. Is being 2nd place in a stronger league and never making the tournament superior to winning the weaker league and getting your name out there so people can see you play? It's something to think about. Maybe we should dominate the AE and position ourselves to make a big stride further down the road as opposed to taking baby steps now and potentially making it harder for us to move ahead. We've only been to the tournament once, but how many years has it been where we've only been a shot or two away from getting in?

"We get exposure by winning and winning against good programs. The CAA might be a stronger league, but being in the best one bid conference in the country does us no good. I almost think we might be better of going the other way and dominating the weaker conference. At least then were winning, making playoff/NCAA tournament appearances, and getting positive exposure."

NCAA committees look at SOS and other factors when time for seeding or invites into the playoffs. In Basketball for example, this is why you see a bunch of teams from at the power conference playing in the playoffs even though their conference records are bad.. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 22, 2017, 08:07:28 am
Getting back to the game, ladies lax would almost certainly be in the Final Four were it not for the questionable NY State travel ban on North Carolina. It's why they were seeded 8th instead of 7th...because they couldn't travel to North Carolina. Navy beat UNC on Saturday and SBU is better than Navy, so there you have it.

I had no idea that was why we were seeded 8th instead of 7th. Is there a source on that or is it just conjecture? The travel ban I feel may come to bite us in the rear end at another time in the future in other sports though. Oh well. That's the price of taking a stand I guess.

Statesman reported it, but the rationale was widely discussed elsewhere. http://www.sbstatesman.com/2017/05/12/controversially-low-seeded-womens-lacrosse-poised-for-deep-ncaa-tournament-run/ (http://www.sbstatesman.com/2017/05/12/controversially-low-seeded-womens-lacrosse-poised-for-deep-ncaa-tournament-run/)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 22, 2017, 09:53:33 am
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That's the price of taking a stand I guess.

or taking a pee, i guess.
 ;D
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on May 22, 2017, 10:36:16 am
This situation affected our baseball tem this season . We had to drop several games in North Carolina and play teams in South Carolina instead.   Only the SUNY schools are bound by this  rule.  Privates like Hofstra can play who they want .
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 22, 2017, 11:55:21 am
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/photos-analysis-maryland-comes-back-to-beat-stony-brook-13-12-punches-ticket-to-semifinals/49586
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 23, 2017, 08:55:30 am
http://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/ohlmiller-best-player-in-womens-game-period-spallina-says


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OHLMILLER 'BEST PLAYER IN WOMEN'S GAME, PERIOD,' SPALLINA SAYS

In an intense quarterfinal bout, she went head-to-head with fellow finalist, Maryland defender Nadine Hadnagy, and led Stony Brook’s offense to 12 goals against a unit that had allowed that number only five times this season.

“She’s the best player in the women’s game, period,” Spallina said of Ohlmiller. “People can disagree with it. To me, proof is in the pudding. You can’t do more than she’s done, against everybody. She actually had some lower-scoring games against teams that aren’t as competitive. She had seven points today. When they played her with the dodge, she fed and when they played her to feed, she dodged. She deserves the Tewaaraton. It’s an absolute no-brainer.”

She’s at another level. She has seven points with the top defender in the country on her and a first-team All-American goalie and a first-team All-American defender. There’s not much more that that kid can do.”

“We’re built to last,” Spallina said. “We just went toe-to-toe with the best program in women’s lacrosse and we’re not going anywhere. Maybe now there’s more believers, but we don’t want them. Stay off the bandwagon, we’re coming for you next year.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 23, 2017, 11:48:13 am
http://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-tuesday-may-23

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1. Kylie Ohlmiller’s historic season may have come to an end, but you might hear her name in a couple weeks at the Tewaaraton Ceremony. After setting the NCAA record for points and assists in a season, Ohlmiller is one of the top candidates for the award.

“She’s the best player in the women’s game, period,” Stony Brook coach Joe Spallina said of Ohlmiller. “People can disagree with it. To me, proof is in the pudding. You can’t do more than she’s done, against everybody. … She deserves the Tewaaraton. It’s an absolute no-brainer.”

Spallina’s words came after Stony Brook’s NCAA quarterfinal loss to Maryland —  a game in which the Seawolves led 11-7 with less than 15 minutes left. It’s the end of a great run for Ohlmiller and Stony Brook, but each has gained more attention along the way.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 30, 2017, 02:40:57 pm
http://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2017/5/30/womens-lacrosse-kylie-ohlmillers-2017-campaign-about-more-than-records-and-highlights.aspx

http://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2017/5/27/four-seawolves-slated-to-make-united-womens-lacrosse-league-debuts-saturday.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 01, 2017, 01:23:14 pm
IL poll finishes up with SB at 3 http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/cascade-women-s-division-i-media-poll-terps-headline-eagles-follow-to-close-season/49737
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on June 01, 2017, 01:31:14 pm
IL poll finishes up with SB at 3 http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/cascade-women-s-division-i-media-poll-terps-headline-eagles-follow-to-close-season/49737

Nice finish, but it's soooo frustrating because we were soooo close to having that W.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 05, 2017, 09:37:42 pm
ohlmiller doesnt win the tewey and controversy naturally follows... consolation is attacker of the year: http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/news/2017/6/4/womens-lacrosse-kylie-ohlmiller-named-iwlca-division-i-attacker-of-the-year.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on June 06, 2017, 07:54:29 am
Ladies lax should be a lock for a pre-season top 3 ranking. Wouldn't surprise me at all to see them in the 2018 national championship game.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on June 06, 2017, 09:32:18 am
That would be a nice for sure.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 09, 2017, 12:08:06 pm
http://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/way-early-2018-rankings-nos-1-5-division-i-women

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NO. 2 STONY BROOK
2017 record: 20-2 (6-0 America East)
Last seen: Playing the national champion to its hardest battle yet, with record breaker Kylie Ohlmiller shutting down their toughest defender.
Senior starts lost: 89 of 264 (33.7 percent)
Senior scoring departing: 120 of 576 points (20.8 percent)

Initial forecast: If you thought Stony Brook was lethal in 2017, there will be more of where that came from in 2018. It recorded just two losses on the year, with only one in the regular season to Florida, and defeated Top 20 teams Towson, Northwestern, USC and Colorado. Not only does Tewaaraton finalist Kylie Ohlmiller return after breaking the Division I single-season points record, formerly set by all-time great Jen Adams in 2001, but senior Courtney Murphy, who set the NCAA goals record in 2016, has one more year left after redshirting due to injury. The Seawolves’ biggest losses are Dorrien Van Dyke, who finished third in points, and Kristin Yevoli, who was second in draw controls, but they are still stacked next year. Draw specialist Keri McCarthy is back, as well as Ohlmiller’s sister, Taryn, who was second in points, goals and assists. As the team that nearly beat Maryland in the quarterfinals – and the only team to lead for the majority of the game against the national champion until the final two minutes – Stony Brook is poised to have a banner year in 2018.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on June 09, 2017, 12:54:20 pm
I'd love nothing more than to win the Natty in 2018. The school hasn't had a good run like this in a while. We need to get something, even if it's "only" women's LAX.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on June 09, 2017, 01:23:18 pm
A  win in 2018 would be great !  Any of our  Teams  winning a National Title is great.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Tml on June 09, 2017, 09:45:23 pm
Wouldn't this be the first SB Division I National Championship?
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on June 09, 2017, 10:09:59 pm
If the Ladies can do it next season it would our first  ever  National Title in any sport .
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 26, 2017, 11:42:15 am
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/ilwomen-postseason-all-rookie-team/49910


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Ally Kennedy, Stony Brook
A consistent scoring threat for the Seawolves, the America East All-Conference Second Team member had goals in 21 out of 22 games this year and multiple points 19 times, finishing the year with 39 goals, 13 assists and 31 groundballs.

Taryn Ohlmiller, Stony Brook
Kylie’s younger sister was a star in her own right, being one of two freshmen to earn IWLCA All-America honors. She was one of two Division I freshmen with over 100 points, totaling 101 off 65 goals and 36 assists, having multiple points in 20 games, including hat tricks in each America East Tournament and all three NCAA Tournament contests.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 29, 2017, 09:22:09 am
http://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2017/6/28/disalvo-selected-as-america-east-womens-lacrosse-scholar-athlete-of-the-year.aspx

a 3.99 bio major and athlete?!?!?!?!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on June 29, 2017, 11:09:37 am
  She must be an amazing  person to accomplish so much.  Congrats to her !
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 12, 2017, 03:44:16 pm
http://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2017/7/10/womens-lacrosse-spallina-selected-as-iwlca-mid-atlantic-region-coach-of-the-year.aspx

SPALLINA SELECTED AS IWLCA MID-ATLANTIC REGION COACH OF THE YEAR
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on July 12, 2017, 03:59:56 pm
  With the team they have coming back and playing in front of a home crowd if they get there to the finals they should win it all !
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 01, 2017, 08:14:31 pm
lots of news this past week...

Stony Brook coach Joe Spallina honored for spectacular season
http://tbrnewsmedia.com/stony-brook-coach-joe-spallina-honored-for-spectacular-season/

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“He told me I could live out my dreams here,” she said. “He told me I could win a national championship in my time here, I’ll be the face of women’s lacrosse and on the cover of magazines. And it’s all happening now. He painted my dream in my head for me and has been making it all possible.”


Dorrien Van Dyke (Stony Brook) scored four goals for the Sound and Christina Esposito (Northwestern) added three.
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/pro/uwlx/long-island-boston-set-for-uwlx-championship-game-at-lake-placid (photo)


North Carolina’s transphobia is about to cause major headaches for a top college athletic conference
https://thinkprogress.org/north-carolina-transphobia-conference-scheduling-caa7eb6d2792

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The State University of New York at Albany had to back out of a non-conference men’s basketball game scheduled to take place at Duke last fall, and the NCAA altered the seeding for Stony Brook University’s women’s lacrosse team in the postseason tournament so they wouldn’t have to travel to UNC-Chapel Hill.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 10, 2017, 08:02:15 pm
van dyke is eligible for the draft: https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-wednesday-aug-9
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 29, 2017, 03:05:49 pm
http://www.sbstatesman.com/2017/08/24/three-former-seawolves-selected-in-the-womens-professional-lacrosse-league-draft/

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Three former Stony Brook Women’s Lacrosse players were drafted by teams in the Women’s Professional Lacrosse League (WPLL) in the league’s inaugural draft on Wednesday. The five-team association will begin play the summer of 2018.

Midfielder Dorrien Van Dyke was selected by the Baltimore Brave, defender Jessica Volpe was selected by the Upstate Pride, and midfielder Kristin Yevoli was selected by the New York Fight. All three athletes graduated in May 2017 in the midst of helping the Seawolves go 20-2 to reach the NCAA quarterfinals, completing the most successful season in program history.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 13, 2017, 11:50:16 am
IL women top 100 recruits: http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/2017-ilwomen-power-100-incoming-freshman-rankings/50454

Haley Dillon
D
Mount Sinai (N.Y.)
Stony Brook
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 19, 2017, 10:39:45 am
http://www.sbstatesman.com/2017/09/11/dorrien-van-dyke-takes-new-position-as-monmouth-asst-lacrosse-coach/

http://www.sbstatesman.com/2017/08/30/joe-spallina-inks-new-five-year-deal-with-stony-brook/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on September 19, 2017, 10:58:20 am
http://www.sbstatesman.com/2017/09/11/dorrien-van-dyke-takes-new-position-as-monmouth-asst-lacrosse-coach/

http://www.sbstatesman.com/2017/08/30/joe-spallina-inks-new-five-year-deal-with-stony-brook/

One must wonder and say to themselves how much longer will, arguably the best women's lacrosse coach in Div1, stay on Long Island. I'm sure has or soon will being getting huge offers to coach at a power 5 school. He is also the HC for the pro Lacrosse Lizards team. I dont know how much he earns in either job, but you would think 7 figures would be in order with a larger institution for women's lacrosse.. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 19, 2017, 11:21:23 am
every time these conversations appear... it's helpful to keep in context:

-some guys are happy at home
-he's happy at SB and treated well
-camps, camps, camps (read $, $, $)
-job security elsewhere
-very few "bigger" jobs right now, and less likely to open
-will have sustained success in the AE
-money might not be better at other schools; keep in mind the profile/revenue of WLAX
-pool of talent in suffolk alone can sustain a top ten team, perennially
-kids in local schools
-spouse may be employed
-LI Lizards job
-state pension

and ill throw in one more.  spallina reminds me a bit of pete carroll during the USC days.  not only winning, but sort of making it look effortless.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on September 19, 2017, 02:10:49 pm
He can stay as long as likes.   I think he would stay even if he won a National Title .
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: laxnation on September 19, 2017, 04:47:59 pm
http://www.sbstatesman.com/2017/09/11/dorrien-van-dyke-takes-new-position-as-monmouth-asst-lacrosse-coach/

http://www.sbstatesman.com/2017/08/30/joe-spallina-inks-new-five-year-deal-with-stony-brook/

One must wonder and say to themselves how much longer will, arguably the best women's lacrosse coach in Div1, stay on Long Island. I'm sure has or soon will being getting huge offers to coach at a power 5 school. He is also the HC for the pro Lacrosse Lizards team. I dont know how much he earns in either job, but you would think 7 figures would be in order with a larger institution for women's lacrosse..
I would be very surprised if Spallina ever left Stony Brook - he loves Long Island!
I'm going to let in on a Little secret - not all power 5 schools pay their non-revenue coaches very well.  The MLax coach at UNC is probably not in the top 20 of highest paid coaches in lacrosse.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on September 19, 2017, 04:54:55 pm
http://www.sbstatesman.com/2017/09/11/dorrien-van-dyke-takes-new-position-as-monmouth-asst-lacrosse-coach/

http://www.sbstatesman.com/2017/08/30/joe-spallina-inks-new-five-year-deal-with-stony-brook/

One must wonder and say to themselves how much longer will, arguably the best women's lacrosse coach in Div1, stay on Long Island. I'm sure has or soon will being getting huge offers to coach at a power 5 school. He is also the HC for the pro Lacrosse Lizards team. I dont know how much he earns in either job, but you would think 7 figures would be in order with a larger institution for women's lacrosse..
I would be very surprised if Spallina ever left Stony Brook - he loves Long Island!
I'm going to let in on a Little secret - not all power 5 schools pay their non-revenue coaches very well.  The MLax coach at UNC is probably not in the top 20 of highest paid coaches in lacrosse.

I hope he never leaves Long Island and SB also..I was also saying the same thing for coach Pikiell. You only have one go around in life and if the door starts knocking and someone wants to throw big money at you, it'll make you think.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 03, 2017, 09:55:29 am
mupo joins staff: http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/news/2017/9/14/long-island-native-mupo-returns-home-to-join-spallinas-womens-lacrosse-staff.aspx

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STONY BROOK, N.Y. – Kara Mupo is returning back to her roots on Long Island as an assistant coach on Joe Spallina's Stony Brook's women's lacrosse staff, it was announced by the athletics department on Thursday.

Mupo joins the Seawolves family after she spent the past two seasons as an assistant coach at the College of William & Mary.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 10, 2017, 11:50:16 am
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/psu-opens-weekend-slate-against-2018-ncaa-championship-host-stony-brook

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In 2018, Stony Brook will host the NCAA Division I Women’s Lacrosse Championship for the third time after Northwestern won back-to-back titles in 2011 and 2012 in front of near-record crowds.

This year, both the Nittany Lions and Seawolves will be aiming for the final four – and a championship berth. Penn State last won the final in 1989, though Stony Brook has yet to reach the highest pedestal.

The playoff hopefuls will meet for the first time this year on Penn State’s home turf, kicking off the Nittany Lions’ fall ball tournament.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 18, 2017, 12:31:35 pm
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/looking-ahead-2018-s-top-returning-attack-units/50627

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Looking Ahead: 2018's Top Returning Attack Units

Top 5 Attack Corps

1. Stony Brook
Stony Brook is the only team in Division I to return a pair of 100-point scorers, led by Tewaaraton finalist and America East Offensive Player of the Year senior Kylie Ohlmiller with her single season NCAA record 164 points off 78 goals and assists, and flanked by her sophomore sister and ILWomen Honorable Mention All-American and America East Rookie of the Year Taryn, who netted 101 points off 65 goals and 36 assists. Plus, senior Courtney Murphy is back after missing most of 2017 with a torn ACL; she had 100 goals in 2016. In a combined 151 games played by these three, they have 718 points off 475 goals and 243 assists.


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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on October 18, 2017, 03:42:33 pm
Do we dare say powerhouse offense in 2018.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 20, 2017, 11:41:57 am
yes.

get ready to get sick of this thread.  youre going to be hearing a lot about this team.  and not just ohlmiller.  and not just 2018.

https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/ohlmiller-stukenberg-treanor-wills-named-bestoflax-finalists

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Today, we present our four finalists for Best Women’s Player of 2017: Kylie Ohlmiller (Stony Brook), Zoe Stukenberg (Maryland), Kayla Treanor (Team USA) and Devon Wills (Team USA).

KYLIE OHLMILLER
STONY BROOK
After a historic offensive season, junior attacker Kylie Ohlmiller was named the first Tewaaraton finalist in Stony Brook and America East history with 78 goals and 86 assists. Her 164 points broke an NCAA Division I single-season record, previously held by all-time great Jen Adams, who set a mark of 148 in 2001. Ohlmiller was named the IWLCA Division I Attacker of the Year, as well as the America East Championship Most Outstanding Player, leading the Seawolves to their fifth straight conference crown.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 24, 2017, 11:49:54 am
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/ilwomen-fall-all-access-stony-brook/50668

ILWomen Fall All-Access: Stony Brook

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Fresh off a 20-2 season that ended with a heartbreaker to eventual national champion Maryland in the NCAA quarterfinals, Stony Brook is determined to reach the top of the mountain.

Sixth-year head coach Joe Spallina described a “bitter” feeling his team felt leaving College Park, Md. after letting a four-goal second half lead disappear in a 13-12 loss to the top-seeded Terrapins. The near miss has added further fire for an already explosive Seawolf offense that was No. 3 in the country last year at 16.09 goals per game led by Tewaaraton finalist Kylie Ohmiller’s NCAA point record of 164. The potent offensive attack will be that much stronger in 2018 with the return of redshirt senior Courtney Murphy after missing most of last season due to injury following a 2016 campaign where she set an NCAA mark for goals with 100.

Stony Brook also brings back most of its starting defense, that was tops in the NCAA last year allowing just 7.27 goals per game led by junior goalie Anna Tesoriero. The biggest question mark will be at midfield with the graduation losses of Dorrien Van Dyke, (third in points) and Kristin Yevoli (second in draw controls) creating opportunities for others to step into the spotlight.

I visited Stony Brook late in its fall campaign. The offensive and defensive players were split up for some of the practice working on individual drills, but the two units are expected to be very much in sync this spring when the Seawolves strive capture the program's first national title Memorial Day weekend on their home field of LaValle Stadium.

Historic attack
The Seawolves’ attack features three career 100 point scorers in Murphy, Kylie Ohmiller and her younger sister Taryn, a trio that Spallina described as “a dream team.”

Murphy was in class during the Stony Brook practice I attended, but the Ohmiller sisters were in midseason form practicing a variety of stick dodges during individual drills. Kylie Ohmiller said the chemistry with her sister improved as the 2017 season progressed and is excited to resurrect her previous connection with Murphy.

“It’s insane to watch her come back and have a whole respect for the game, “ said Ohmiller of Murphy. “She is working her butt off and it is going to be cool to share our final season together and go out with a bang.”

Ohmiller drew faceguards in early every game last season and for 2018 the defensive focus may shift from matchup to matchup to the other two attackers. Practices have focused on preparing for different faceguard scenarios what adjustments each attacker should make.

“I think were going to see more of it,” said Ohmiller. “We’re trying to make sure were all ready for whatever the other throw against us.”

Sister Act
Taryn Ohmiller quickly emerged as Stony Brook’s future offensive star last year with 65 goals and 101 points. She took advantage of attention drawn to her sister and fostered a unique on field chemistry with Kylie that should only get better this spring.

“It’s really cool to have chemistry with a teammate, but when your teammate is your younger sister, you know how exactly how each other work,” said Kylie Ohmiller. “When we assist each other it is probably the coolest feeling in the whole world.”

Taryn Ohmiller said she working hard this fall to make improvements to make improvements to her footwork and dodging ability. At practice during one-on-one drills she was invoking various spin moves near the cage. Her closeness with Kylie was also apparent with plenty of joking around between sets.

“It’s awesome getting to play with my sister,” said Taryn Ohmiller. “It’s something we always dreamed of growing up so to get to play on this high of a level together on a top five team is really amazing.”

Who else will step up?
The gradation of Yevoli and Van Dyke means a bigger focus in the midfield for sophomore Ally Kennedy, who registered 39 goals last year, and senior Samantha Disalvo (33 goals).  Spallina said this spring is also an opportunity for seniors Tiffany Zullo and Emma Schait to fly at a high level after waiting in the wings. Spallina said freshmen that have emerged during the fall that should see important minutes this spring include former Mount Sinai High School teammates Rayna Sabella (midfield) and Haley Dillon (defense) along with Sarah Pulis (midfield).

Draws could be difference maker
Draw controls proved crucial in Stony Brook’s season-ending loss to Maryland with the Terrapins winning 19-of-26 including the final three of the game in their late rally from a 12-10 deficit.

Associate head coach Kim Hiller, who as a college player graduated as Hofstra’s second all-time program leader in draw wins, is working closely this fall with returning draw specialists Keri McCarthy and Kasey Mitchell in hopes of assuring Stony Brook’s lethal offense gets as many possessions as possible. Spallina said Pulis could also be a force in the circle given her height measures more than 6 feet.

“Draws have been a big point of emphasis for us,” said Spallina. “It’s the reason we lost the Maryland game.”

Coaching addition creates homecoming
Spallina added Kara Mupo as an assistant coach this fall after she spent the past two seasons on the William & Mary coaching staff. Mupo reunites with Spallina a decade after she starred as a player for him at Rocky Point High School. She then went onto Northwestern and won a pair of national titles at Stony Brook’s LaValle Stadium in 2011 and 2012 as one of the Wildcats’ top scorers.   

“Besides knowing me and the system and the way we do business, she is a winner and a champion,” Spallina said of Mupo. “She was a no-brainer hire for us.”

Bracing for challenging slate
Stony Brook’s fall schedule has featured competition among the nation’s best including  an Oct. 14 matchup with Boston College where the Seawolves won by an impressive 15-4 unofficial score. The autumn slate, which also featured Penn State, Florida and Cornell, serves as precursor for what Spallina says will be the toughest schedule in program history. Stony Brook opens up with a west coast trip to face USC and Stanford. The non-conference schedule also matches the Seawolves against Northwestern, Penn State, Towson, Cornell, Denver, Michigan, Johns Hopkins and Towson. Spallina said the grueling schedule is designed to boost Stony Brook’s RPI in order to obtain as high a seed as possible for the NCAAs.

Eyeing Memorial Day weekend at LaValle
Spallina has not shied away from reminding his players of the opportunity to play for a national championship on their home field in late May. The last time Stony Brook hosted championship weekend in 2012 was Spallina’s first year at the helm turning around a program that at the time had never reached an NCAA Tournament into one that is looking to be the last team standing.

“It would probably be definitely the coolest feeling in the world to walk out on our home turf and be in that Final Four so is something that is in the back of our heads every day,” said Kylie Ohmiller. “It is something that is going to motivate us and fuel our fire.”



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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 24, 2017, 11:52:08 am
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/analysis-stony-brook-vs-florida/50667

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Stony Brook

Any conversation about Stony Brook starts with Kylie Ohlmiller, and as expected, she played like a Tewaaraton finalist. She unofficially had two goals and two assists, with her first goal opening the scoring on a slick dodge near the crease that caused her defender to fall to the turf.

The Seawolves’ X-factor this season will likely be Courtney Murphy. She was on the field just over seven months after tearing her ACL against Northwestern on March 5, and although she showed some rust early by missing high and wide, Florida still face-guarded her.

Murphy scored three times – twice on feeds from Ohlmiller – an important sign of Stony Brook’s concerted effort to get her going.

Coach Joe Spallina said that getting Murphy volume is important at this point in the season.

“For us, it’s just more of a timing thing,” he said. “I think they did a good job of playing her inside. They generally play well against her. In a real game situation, we’d probably move her around and move somebody else in there.”

Spallina said he was happy with being able to get most of his players into the contest. With 10 returning starters, he’s looking to sort out the rest of the roster.

“Our eyes are on the finish line,” he said. “In order to be a good team at the finish line, we know we have to continue to take the necessary steps here and develop the depth. … We got to try different things on the draw; we got to try different defensive people. Today we got to play a lot of kids against a great opponent.”

Freshmen Rayna Sabella, Sarah Pulis, Haley Dillon and Rachel Williams received extended run. Spallina said Marlee Moon Gaddy is someone he hopes to “groom to get into that left-handed attack spot down the road.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 25, 2017, 07:44:57 pm
vote for ohlmiller: https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-friday-oct-20

https://twitter.com/USLacrosseMag/status/921074117595619328?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.uslaxmagazine.com%2Ffuel%2Fdaily-digest%2Fdialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-friday-oct-20
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 25, 2017, 07:45:46 pm
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There were the record breakers, including Stony Brook junior Kylie Ohlmiller, whose 164 points broke an NCAA Division I single-season record previously held by Jen Adams, and Team USA attacker Kayla Treanor, who set a new U.S. single-game record with 12 points in the 18-1 pool play win over England, surpassing Lindsey Munday. Both Ohlmiller and Treanor were nominated for Best Women’s Player of 2017.

https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/hompe-kent-murray-soenksen-named-bestoflax-finalists
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on November 02, 2017, 09:14:43 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-monday-oct-30
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on November 03, 2017, 09:31:23 pm
http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/news/2017/11/1/womens-lacrosse-my-seawolves-story-courtney-murphy1.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on November 16, 2017, 10:04:19 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/stony-brooks-murphy-returns-from-acl-injury-to-write-own-ending

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on November 30, 2017, 11:47:14 am
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-thursday-nov-30

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1. The UWLX College Draft took over Twitter on Wednesday night. The Baltimore Ride, Boston Storm, Long Island Sound and Philadelphia Force selected several collegiate stars that will graduate in 2018.

The Storm drafted Stony Brook attacker Kylie Ohlmiller as the No. 1 overall pick after she set a Division I record in 2017 with 164 points, previously held by all-time great Jen Adams.

Other big names were selected throughout the 16-round draft, including Ohlmiller’s teammate and fellow record holder Courtney Murphy.

Murphy, who returns this spring for the Seawolves after tearing her ACL and setting the single-season NCAA goals record in 2016, was selected at No. 36 by the Sound.

Tracking the @unitedwlax collegiate draft and having 7 @StonyBrookWLAX players drafted is incredible!So proud of these ladies!!2018

— Joe Spallina (@JoeSpallina) November 30, 2017

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Post by: Chairman of the Board on November 30, 2017, 11:49:53 am
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/pro/uwlx/ohlmiller-kent-join-boston-storm-in-uwlx-college-draft

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Stony Brook’s Kylie Ohlmiller and Boston College’s Kenzie Kent took the college lacrosse world by storm in 2017, setting records en route to historic seasons for both programs. Ohlmiller set the Division I record with 164 points and Kent tied the NCAA final record with 10 points.

Two of college lacrosse’s brightest stars, Ohlmiller and Kent may be suiting up together in the near future. Ohlmiller was selected by the Boston Storm on Wednesday night with the first overall pick in the 2018 UWLX College Draft — followed two picks later by Kent, who also joined the Storm.

Ohlmiller's Stony Brook teammate Courtney Murphy, who suffered a torn ACL last season, went 36th to the Long Island Sound.

1.   Boston Storm           Kylie Ohlmiller   A   Stony Brook
10.   Philadelphia Force   Brooke Gubitosi   D   Stony Brook
18.   Philadelphia Force   Sam DiSalvo   M   Stony Brook
34.   Philadelphia Force   Carolyn Carrera   D   Stony Brook
36.   Long Island Sound   Courtney Murphy   A   Stony Brook
60.   Long Island Sound   Tiffany Zullo   D/M   Stony Brook
72.   Baltimore Ride           Emma Schait   M   Stony Brook
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: sbufan on November 30, 2017, 09:56:27 pm
Spallina is going to become the Geno Auriemma of women's college lacrosse and it starts with a national championship this fall
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 03, 2017, 04:40:27 pm
schedule http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/news/2017/11/30/womens-lacrosse-seawolves-annouce-2018-schedule-that-includes-eight-games-in-lavalle-stadium.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 03, 2017, 07:39:46 pm
more coverage: https://www.sbstatesman.com/2017/12/01/kylie-ohlmiller-selected-no-1-overall-in-united-womens-lacrosse-league-draft-by-boston-storm/

https://www.collegecrosse.com/2017/11/30/16719142/college-crosse-prospectus-kylie-ohlmiller-uwlx-college-draft-stony-brook-lacrosse
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 14, 2017, 11:57:20 am
magazine cover! http://www.insidelacrosse.com/slideshow/face-off-yearbook-di-rankings/40?slide=all

#2


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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on December 14, 2017, 04:15:06 pm
That is crazy good for any school let alone SBU!.  Chance for the National Title in 2018 at our stadium .
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on December 19, 2017, 01:58:31 pm
Spallina is going to become the Geno Auriemma of women's college lacrosse and it starts with a national championship this fall

This guy is amazing. I really hope we can keep him for a long long time! Has built a powerhouse at Stony Brook!!!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on December 19, 2017, 02:00:19 pm
magazine cover! http://www.insidelacrosse.com/slideshow/face-off-yearbook-di-rankings/40?slide=all

#2


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Ok. I knew we were gonna be top 10. but TOP2. Now that's madness.

I think I'm gonna have to catch some games this season. Every year it gets better


They are so good that they are now officially a Revenue Sport:

"For the first time in program history, tickets will be sold for Stony Brook's home games in LaValle Stadium. More ticket information will be made available soon."

WOW!

---->

Also, it seems like Albany MLAX is Elite on the Men's side also. Great for the America East Conference

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 21, 2017, 05:48:40 pm
US LACROSSE NAMES WOMEN'S NATIONAL TEAM COACHING STAFF
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/senior-women/us-lacrosse-names-womens-national-team-coaching-staff

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Spallina is entering his seventh season as the head coach at Stony Brook and has transformed the program into one of the nation’s best. The Seawolves have reached the NCAA tournament five straight years, and last season won a school record 20 games while pushing eventual national champion Maryland to the brink in a 13-12 loss in the NCAA quarterfinals. Spallina is 101-20 as head coach at Stony Brook, and prior to that went 73-2 in four years at Adelphi, winning three NCAA Division II titles. A 1996 graduate of Adelphi, Spalling was a four-year starting midfielder and helped the Panthers win two NCAA Division II championships. He also serves as the head coach of the New York Lizards in Major League Lacrosse, and led the squad to the 2015 MLL championship.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 21, 2017, 05:49:15 pm
carrera: http://riverheadnewsreview.timesreview.com/2017/12/84388/womens-lacrosse-riverhead-grad-drafted-by-pro-team/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 25, 2017, 09:48:31 pm
vote for ohlmiller: http://www.insidelacrosse.com/page/laxies
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 28, 2017, 02:55:11 pm
20 MOMENTS THAT MADE OUR YEAR
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/20-moments-that-made-our-year

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RECORD KO’D
2017 was a special year for Stony Brook's No. 17. Kylie Ohlmiller set the NCAA single-season scoring record.

Kylie Ohlmiller was an offensive force even before the 2017 season, but she stepped up in the absence of fellow Stony Brook attacker Courtney Murphy. Ohlmiller broke the Division I single-season points record with 164 on 78 goals and 86 assists, leading the Seawolves to the NCAA quarterfinals.


always nice to get the lead photo.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 04, 2018, 11:41:37 am
APUZZO, MCCOOL, OHLMILLER AND WHITTLE ARE PRESEASON PLAYER OF YEAR FINALISTS
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/apuzzo-mccool-ohlmiller-and-whittle-are-preseason-player-of-year-finalists

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Throw in some defensive dark horses including Stony Brook’s Brooke Gubitosi, USC’s Lydia Sutton or Terps goalie Megan Taylor, and the race widens. Plus numerous attackers could rise to the top of the charts this season such as Madison Carter (Penn State) or Riley Donahue (Syracuse).

KYLIE OHLMILLER
STONY BROOK
Ohlmiller, the first Tewaaraton finalist in Stony Brook and America East history, could be a shoo-in for the Tewaaraton in 2018. She topped the points record set by the first-ever Tewaaraton recipient Jen Adams with 164 in 2017. She’s on track for another record season as the Seawolves host the NCAA championship in May.
– Megan Schneider
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 08, 2018, 11:44:08 am
MARYLAND RANKED NO. 1 IN NIKE/US LACROSSE DIVISION I WOMEN'S PRESEASON TOP 20
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/maryland-ranked-no-1-in-nike-us-lacrosse-division-i-womens-preseason-top-20

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Stony Brook, which pushed Maryland to the brink in the NCAA quarterfinals, is No. 2 in the rankings. The Seawolves feature three 100-point scorers, including Tewaaraton finalist Kylie Ohlmiller, who set the NCAA single-season record with 164 points in 2017, and Courtney Murphy, who set the NCAA single-season record with 100 goals in 2016. Murphy, a redshirt senior, is coming back from an ACL injury that sidelined her for most of last season.

NIKE/US LACROSSE DIVISION I WOMEN’S
PRESEASON TOP 20
1. Maryland
2. Stony Brook
3. North Carolina
4. Penn State
5. Syracuse
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on January 08, 2018, 03:52:05 pm
That is an elite group  we are in !   Too bad our other sports cant match that or even get close.  National Champs on our turf in May would be great for the program and the school .
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 12, 2018, 01:55:48 pm
Expect Success in Lacrosse
http://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2018/1/11/together-we-transform-blog-together-we-transform-thursday-jan-11-2018.aspx?path=blog

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The bottom line is that we should be dominant in lacrosse. Our recruiting base on Long Island and the importance of the game to this region can't be overstated.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 17, 2018, 09:49:25 pm
midnight practice to open the season!  should be around 30 degrees: http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/news/2018/1/16/womens-lacrosse-to-host-open-practice-at-midnight.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on January 18, 2018, 12:24:22 am
midnight practice to open the season!  should be around 30 degrees: http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/news/2018/1/16/womens-lacrosse-to-host-open-practice-at-midnight.aspx

Gimmicky, but I like it. Hopefully these ladies go all the way this upcoming season. A national championship would be huge for them and for SBU and it's not out of the question this year for this team at all.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 22, 2018, 11:20:01 am
always good for the program to get into those photo slideshows:

http://www.insidelacrosse.com/slideshow/top-17-of-2017/49?slide=2

http://www.insidelacrosse.com/slideshow/top-17-of-2017/49?slide=5
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 23, 2018, 05:00:58 pm
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/comeback-kids-northwestern-s-lasota-stony-brook-s-murphy/51138

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Courtney Murphy was arguably the most naturally talented player in her recruiting class most other top programs had never heard of. She certainly wasn’t on any freshman watch list, either. But everyone soon learned her name when posted seven goals and eight points in her debut vs. Bucknell Feb. 15, 2014. She finished the season with 61 goals. No other freshman in the country had more. She was named to ILWomen’s All-Rookie Team.

As much hype as she received, Stony Brook head coach Joe Spallina knew she could be better. He’d tell her if she became a full-time student-athlete, she’d be a first-team All-American. She fulfilled that prophesy her junior year, scoring 100 goals to break Delaware’s Karen Emas’ longstanding record of 98. But Syracuse ousted the Seawolves for the second time in three years.

Murphy thought about it and finally started responding to her teammate’s messages. Around the same time, she received hundreds of cards from young Long Island girls, the same ones who are willing to wait more than an hour after a Stony Brook game to get her autograph. She wasn’t completely convinced, but she was starting to have a chance of heart. At the urging of teammates like Kylie, Van Dyke and Yevoli, she decided to travel with the team to Florida.

Murphy had to keep pushing. Instead of starting a new job, she interned for the Wall Street firm, doing physical therapy at 4 a.m. twice a week. It was hectic and she wasn’t able to fully focus on her recovery. When she came back in August, she wasn’t cleared, a benchmark she had set for herself.

With the “dream team” on the same page and a No. 2 national ranking, the expectations are higher than ever for the 2018 Seawolves. Murphy feels the weight, but after a year of wondering what the future had in store for her, she’s on board with one cliché: Any game could be anyone’s last.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 26, 2018, 02:30:16 pm
UA's longtime coach resigns, oddly right before the season, to spend more time with family.  the asst takes over.  could be a bad thing for us.  or a good thing.  or neutral.  either way, relevant.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 30, 2018, 11:21:18 am
another #2: https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/defending-ncaa-champs-sweep-top-spots-in-iwlca-preseason-polls

1   Maryland   624 (24)   23-0
2   Stony Brook   582 (1)   20-2
3   North Carolina   564   17-3
4   Penn State   511   17-4
5   Florida   501   17-3
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 31, 2018, 10:14:25 pm
championships at Lavalle will be on ESPN: https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/men/espn-releases-lacrosse-tv-schedule-for-2018
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 02, 2018, 11:44:33 am
NCAA CHAMPIONSHIP HOST STONY BROOK HAS ITS EYES ON THE PRIZE
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/ncaa-championship-host-stony-brook-has-its-eyes-on-the-prize

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The last time the Long Island school hosted was in 2012 after being awarded the rights for the first time in 2011. As a well-known hotbed, Kenneth P. Lavalle Stadium, home of the Seawolves, drew two of the six largest crowds in the championship game’s history.

“The final four is in our building and we’re equipped,” Spallina said.

“We don’t have one of the top 50 or 100 recruits coming out of high school, but we have a top five team,” Spallina said. “It’s how you lead, not necessarily how you get there. It’s our mantra, our attitude and our chip on our shoulder.”

The Seawolves’ biggest losses are midfielders Dorrien Van Dyke, who finished third in points, and Kristin Yevoli, who was second in draw controls. Spallina has plans in place for players to step in their shoes, but the draw as a whole remains a big question mark. It was the one area that blatantly stood out in the quarterfinal loss to Maryland. The Terps had a 19-7 edge. “I think personally we wore out in that game in the sense we didn’t have the ball enough,” Spallina said. “I have both my assistants working tirelessly on that.”

The season starts in California against the Pac-12’s top teams, USC and Stanford, followed by Denver and Northwestern. If all goes well, a win in an April tilt against Penn State could solidify a seed and a potential first-round bye for the Seawolves.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 07, 2018, 11:41:00 am
Inside Lacrosse's Preseason Women's Div. I Media All-Americans
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/inside-lacrosse-s-preseason-women-s-div-i-media-all-americans/51262

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First Team
A   Courtney Murphy   Sr.   Stony Brook
A   Kylie Ohlmiller   Sr.   Stony Brook
D   Brooke Gubitosi   Sr.   Stony Brook

Third Team
A   Taryn Ohlmiller   So.   Stony Brook

Honorable Mention
DS   Keri McCarthy   Jr.   Stony Brook
D   Mackenzie Burns   Jr.   Stony Brook
G   Anna Tesoriero   Jr.   Stony Brook
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 09, 2018, 12:07:04 pm
'GOOD ISN'T GOOD ENOUGH' FOR PRESEASON PLAYER OF YEAR KYLIE OHLMILLER
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/good-isnt-good-enough-for-preseason-player-of-year-kylie-ohlmiller

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Among the 7,127 in attendance at the 2012 NCAA Division I women’s lacrosse championship at Stony Brook’s Kenneth P. LaValle stadium were two young sisters watching in awe as Northwestern earned its seventh national title with an 8-6 win over Syracuse.

The Ohlmiller sisters, 10th-grader Kylie and eighth-grader Taryn, who would soon play together at Islip (N.Y.) High School and later Stony Brook, took in the atmosphere – the packed stands, the deafening cheers and the sight of Katrina Dowd, a Northwestern alum and Kylie’s role model for her creative style of play.

“I recruit a little differently than a lot of places,” Spallina said. “I don’t really want the finished product. I really enjoy the teaching part of the game and the evolution of an athlete. I just saw something in her. I saw a kid who was overlooked and really loved and had a passion for the game. … I told her the first time we met that she was going to be star.”

She’s the best period on the planet, period. Case closed,” Spallina said. “I may be a little biased, but her body of work speaks for itself. She’s not a one-trick pony. The leadership of K.O. is unseen, but she gets it. She’s vested.”

With their personnel, says Spallina, championship weekend seems within reach, and according to Kylie Ohlmiller, Stony Brook has entered a new era.

“Coach Spallina says all the time we went from being the 70th ranked team in the country to now No. 2,” Kylie Ohlmiller said. “It’s all in tribute to how we worked every day.”

"We get to play as Long Island's team," Kylie Ohlmiller said. "We get to be those role models ... for the little girls on Long Island who are looking for those role models right here at home."

In 2018, Ohlmiller will continue her three-hour morning workouts with her sister, cut in line to get more reps in and meet with Spallina after every practice because “she’s in a lot of ways an assistant coach for me,” Spallina said.

“That’s a huge part of why I play the game,” Ohlmiller said. “It’s for those little girls. I might not have been a little girl when I came to watch the national championship here at Stony Brook in 2012, but I was still looking up to those girls who were out on the field. It’s amazing to have the roles reversed.”

“The Michael Jordan factor, as I always say, is that player who is really good, but can they raise the level of everyone around them?” Spallina said. “We don’t have any of the top 50 recruits in the country, so when you look at what Kylie’s done, she gives every kid that hope. … I have a fifth grade Yellow Jackets team and every single one of them think my girls walk on water and Kylie is Superwoman, so I’ve seen the immediate impact.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 10, 2018, 08:19:14 am
SBU women eye NCAA lacrosse title
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-preview-1.16666870

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The stage is set for the Stony Brook women’s lacrosse team to do something previously unimaginable.

With the NCAA Women’s Final Four scheduled for Memorial Day weekend at LaValle Stadium, Stony Brook has the opportunity to win the national championship at home . . . and coach Joe Spallina knows he has the pieces to do it.

“I feel like this team checks all the boxes,” he said. “Obviously a lot has to go right to win a national title, let alone a Final Four. We just want to be 1-0. That’s what I always tell the girls.”

Spallina’s defense ranked No. 1 nationally four of the last five years (it was No. 2 in 2016). The offense ranked third last season, averaging 16.09 goals per game. Redshirt senior Brooke Gubitosi said both units challenge each other.

This all adds up to a potentially historic season. The Seawolves don’t see it any other way.

“That’s one of the things we talk about every day; we want to do this for our seniors,” Taryn Ohlmiller said. “We want to do this as a team together. This is our time.”


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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 12, 2018, 12:12:55 pm
early clash between #2 and #5: https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/towson-joins-nike-usl-division-i-womens-top-20
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 13, 2018, 01:48:41 pm
UNC and PSU lose: https://www.collegecrosse.com/2018/2/12/17001552/womens-lacrosse-james-madison-towson-maryland-arizona-state-syracuse-colorado-florida
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on February 13, 2018, 03:01:46 pm
Good to see the CAA take down a few of the high and mighty . Now its our turn this weekend out in Southern California. Nice tribute by Florida for the Colorado girl who died in that car accident real class .
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 15, 2018, 12:04:20 pm
WOMEN'S NOTEBOOK: MURPHY SET TO RETURN FOR STONY BROOK
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/womens-notebook-murphy-set-to-return-for-stony-brook

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THE WEEK TO COME
Murphy Returns to Action

No. 2 Stony Brook nearly turned the upset of the year last season, falling by a goal at Maryland to be denied the program’s first NCAA semifinal appearance. The remarkable season was largely done without 100-goal scorer Courtney Murphy, who played in only four games.

Now Murphy is back and she’ll be paired with Kylie Olhmiller, a 78-goal scorer from a year ago. The senior duo and their teammates are set to open their season at No. 5 USC on Friday.


Ranked Matchup to Watch, Part I

No. 5 USC vs. No. 2 Stony Brook (Friday, 10 p.m. ET): The offensive firepower of the Seawolves will face the stellar goalkeeping of USC’s Gussie Johns. Stony Brook holds a 2-1 lead in the series including last season’s 9-7 victory in New York. Friday’s game is being played at Lebard Stadium in Costa Mesa, California, as part of the Orange County Lacrosse Showcase.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on February 15, 2018, 12:22:55 pm
Women's lax is the only realistic option of SBU having a national champion in any sport for the forseeable future. Should be interesting.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on February 15, 2018, 04:25:05 pm
  Going to an interesting game for sure.  Fingers crossed  their season meets expectations.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 16, 2018, 08:28:51 am
http://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2018/2/14/womens-lacrosse-stony-brook-athletics-unveils-limited-edition-kylie-ohlmiller-bobblehead.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 16, 2018, 10:25:50 pm
i think there's tech difficulties with the feed, but its 22 early on: http://sidearmstats.com/usc/wlax/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 16, 2018, 11:22:05 pm
9-4 at half.  murphy has 4,2, taryn 3,3.  SB has all but one shot on goal. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on February 17, 2018, 12:22:37 am
Nice to get the win tonite but USC just dominated on draw controls. Still a major question mark for SB going forward.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on February 17, 2018, 07:06:01 am
Nice to get the win tonite but USC just dominated on draw controls. Still a major question mark for SB going forward.
Beating a top 5 team by four goals on the road while being doubled up on draw controls says a lot about this team. But unless USC simply has the nation’s best draw control specialist, SB needs to narrow the gap against top teams if they hope to roll to the national championship.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on February 17, 2018, 09:35:49 am
Always work to be done after the first game still early  in the season.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 17, 2018, 11:27:31 am
agreed with the above.  what i saw-

our middies are fast.  especially kennedy.  spallina has them in shape.

our ball movement is the best in the country.  we move with crisp passes, every one is right in the box.  it's playoff form in february.  our fundamentals are great.  and some even switch hands often.

they double x quickly (kylie).  no problem; weve got another.  and murphy.

USC blew some opportunities by throwing the ball away.  with that said, they are good shooters and a great team.

one thing i think we can fix, other than faceoffs- we lost a few opportunities with what i thought were unnecessary BTBs.  then again its about putting asses in seats and building an identity and a program.  especially in a neutral site.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 18, 2018, 02:19:25 pm
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/stony-brook-women-s-lacrosse-starts-season-with-home-field-final-four-in-mind-1.16750593
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on February 19, 2018, 09:22:56 pm
Stonybrook wins 15-9 goes 2-0 on the season.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on February 20, 2018, 07:57:55 am
Convincing road wins against #5 and #23
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 20, 2018, 11:36:49 am
still #2 http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/cascade-women-s-division-i-media-poll-jmu-duke-making-moves-more/51386

http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/sunday-post-maryland-escapes-florida-florida-southern-downs-adelphi-more/51381

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 20, 2018, 11:43:16 am
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-tuesday-feb-20

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4. The Brine/US Lacrosse Player of the Week is Stony Brook’s Courtney Murphy. She tallied a team-high eight points in her return to the field since tearing her ACL, helping the Seawolves to a season-opening 14-10 win over USC.

5. No. 2 Stony Brook continued to roll with a 15-9 win over Stanford on Monday night to complete its season-opening West Coast trip. The 2017 Tewaaraton finalist Kylie Ohlmiller broke out for an eight-point performance on six goals and two assists. Her sister, Taryn, recorded five points.

STONY BROOK GOAL!

It's Kylie Ohlmiller again!

She's got goals now and the Seawolves lead is back up to #NCAALAX #AEWLAX pic.twitter.com/tFQooW1OC5

— Stony Brook WLAX (@StonyBrookWLAX) February 20, 2018
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Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 20, 2018, 11:44:07 am
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/players-of-the-week/stony-brook%E2%80%99s-courtney-murphy-named-brine-us-lacrosse-player-of-the-week

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STONY BROOK’S COURTNEY MURPHY NAMED BRINE/US LACROSSE PLAYER OF THE WEEK

#2 https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/rankings/bc-jmu-crack-top-5-in-nike-usl-division-i-womens-top-20
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 20, 2018, 09:09:13 pm
No. 2 Women’s Lacrosse opens season with win over No. 5 USC
http://www.sbstatesman.com/2018/02/18/no-2-womens-lacrosse-opens-season-with-win-over-no-5-usc/

No. 2 Women’s Lacrosse pounces on No. 23 Stanford
http://www.sbstatesman.com/2018/02/20/no-2-womens-lacrosse-pounces-on-no-23-stanford/

Kylie and Taryn Ohlmiller lead No. 2 Stony Brook past No. 23 Stanford
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-stanford-1.16875509
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 21, 2018, 12:13:19 pm
Maryland and Stony Brook have a lockdown on the top two spots for now
https://www.collegecrosse.com/2018/2/21/17032720/college-crosse-womens-power-rankings-some-early-season-bouncing-up-and-down

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No. 2 — Stony Brook Seawolves (2-0)
The women from Long Island opened the season in California, knocking off USC and Stanford in a pair of easy victories. Against the Trojans, Courtney Murphy notched eight points, while Kylie Ohlmiller recorded seven points against the Cardinal. But the Seawolves leading scorer? Taryn Ohlmiller, who has eight goals and four assists. Good luck stopping that offense.

Eighteen of Stony Brook’s 29 goals this season have been assisted, a testament to the team’s passing ability.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 22, 2018, 11:39:46 am
more ohlmiller coverage: http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/the-50-states-of-lacrosse/51409

go to 1:01
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 22, 2018, 11:48:07 am
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/womens-notebook-stony-brook-excited-for-potential-despite-daunting-schedule

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WOMEN'S NOTEBOOK: STONY BROOK EXCITED FOR POTENTIAL DESPITE DAUNTING SCHEDULE

“Give me a team full of Kylies,” Spallina said. “When you have your best player setting the example it’s hard to fail. I love watching how excited she gets when she sees other teammates score.”

Looking forward, the Seawolves are positioned well to be a serious contender for a national title. Their difficult schedule continues on Sunday when Denver visits before a Big Ten weekend at No. 15 Northwestern and Michigan. The non-conference schedule also features teams like No. 9 Towson, No. 17 Cornell, Johns Hopkins and No. 18 Penn State.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: sbugold on February 25, 2018, 01:20:14 pm
SBU WLAX ahead of Denver 10-2 well into the second half.  AND--WAIT FOR IT--MARYLAND HAS LOST!!!!!  YIKES We're going to be #1
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on February 25, 2018, 01:49:16 pm
SBU WLAX ahead of Denver 10-2 well into the second half.  AND--WAIT FOR IT--MARYLAND HAS LOST!!!!!  YIKES We're going to be #1
Three ranked opponents up, three convincingly down. They’re taking no prisoners.
First time ever a SB team ranked #1!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on February 25, 2018, 02:01:54 pm
Great news for all SBU fans !   Go Ladies!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 26, 2018, 11:43:30 am
there it is- enjoy this day ladies! http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/cascade-women-s-division-i-media-poll-new-no-1-in-town/51446

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On the heels of North Carolina's OT thriller over Maryland, there's a new No. 1 in town as Stony Brook sits atop the national rank for the first time in program history. The Seawolves are followed by No. 2 Boston College, No. 3 North Carolina, No. 4 Maryland and No. 5 James Madison to round out a new-look top five.

(http://cdn.images.insidelacrosse.com/auto/0218/5a941fb93e69d/900x600/5a941fb93e69d.jpg)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 26, 2018, 11:45:27 am
another: https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/rankings/stony-brook-takes-over-no-1-in-nike-usl-division-i-womens-top-20

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STONY BROOK TAKES OVER NO. 1 IN NIKE/USL DIVISION I WOMEN'S TOP 20

Stony Brook's 3-0 start, coupled with Maryland's overtime loss to North Carolina on Saturday, moves the Seawolves to No. 1 in this week's Nike/US Lacrosse Top 20. Stony Brook plays at No. 13 Northwestern on Saturday.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on February 26, 2018, 11:56:31 am
A momentous day in SB sports history.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on February 26, 2018, 03:43:14 pm
Now if a couple other of our teams can take notice and start making a name for themselves . If Ladies Lax can do it others can . Really happy for them and proud .
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 26, 2018, 09:44:36 pm
https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/colleges/a-1st-for-suny-2-no-1-teams-in-division-i-lacrosse/2018/02/26/08dc19a0-1b39-11e8-98f5-ceecfa8741b6_story.html?utm_term=.b95ed143016b

https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/stony-brook-women-s-lacrosse-ranked-no-1-1.16963104

http://www.sbstatesman.com/2018/02/25/no-2-womens-lacrosse-shuts-down-no-20-denvers-offense-wins-16-3/

http://www.sbstatesman.com/2018/02/26/womens-lacrosse-named-no-1-in-national-polls/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Moveitfred on February 28, 2018, 01:44:18 pm
another: https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/rankings/stony-brook-takes-over-no-1-in-nike-usl-division-i-womens-top-20

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STONY BROOK TAKES OVER NO. 1 IN NIKE/USL DIVISION I WOMEN'S TOP 20

Stony Brook's 3-0 start, coupled with Maryland's overtime loss to North Carolina on Saturday, moves the Seawolves to No. 1 in this week's Nike/US Lacrosse Top 20. Stony Brook plays at No. 13 Northwestern on Saturday.


I don't know the first thing about LAX, but that's awesome.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 01, 2018, 10:25:57 pm
http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/college/lacrosse/lacrosse-blog/bs-sp-womens-lax-game-0301-story.html
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on March 02, 2018, 09:31:24 am
Could the girls Lacrosse be making a move to the Big10 conference??????? I smell something sweet in the air..
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/amp/top-ranked-seawolves-still-on-the-hunt/51480?__twitter_impression=true
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on March 02, 2018, 11:34:07 am
Great article .  If this  winning way  continues we really don't belong  in the AE .  I don't know if it is possible to jump to a Power Conference in just 1 sport.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on March 02, 2018, 11:40:47 am
Great article .  If this  winning way  continues we really don't belong  in the AE .  I don't know if it is possible to jump to a Power Conference in just 1 sport.
Pretty sure Hop is in the Big10 for men’s lacrosse only
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on March 02, 2018, 01:43:11 pm
Great article .  If this  winning way  continues we really don't belong  in the AE .  I don't know if it is possible to jump to a Power Conference in just 1 sport.
Pretty sure Hop is in the Big10 for men’s lacrosse only

I honestly dont know that answer either. Maybe someone on this thread could answer that//
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Wolfie_MD on March 03, 2018, 03:10:08 pm
Not going to the Big 10 for lacrosse only- AE is still a solid and growing conference for LAX. I have no objections. You have the #1 Mens and Women's teams coming from our conference, does not make any sense to move.

Anyway, another great win against a Top 10 opponent today against Northwestern. Stony Brook wins out they should be the national #1 seed and not have to deal with the BS that we had to deal with last year.

Hope the Men's program can follow their lead.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on March 03, 2018, 03:13:56 pm
Another strong win for our Ladies . They play like a machine on both sides of the ball.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on March 03, 2018, 03:18:49 pm
Four games in and they have dominated unlike any SB team in any sport has.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 03, 2018, 03:21:55 pm
Great road win. Good to see offensive production from players other than the big 3 or LI-3.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 03, 2018, 04:40:29 pm
Four games in and they have dominated unlike any SB team in any sport has.

exactamundo.

guys, if youre not paying attention- this is different.  bigger than van dalen.  bigger than the 2012 college world series.  bigger than the 2010 mlax run.  bigger than warney's senior year.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on March 03, 2018, 05:42:44 pm
Four games in and they have dominated unlike any SB team in any sport has.

exactamundo.

guys, if youre not paying attention- this is different.  bigger than van dalen.  bigger than the 2012 college world series.  bigger than the 2010 mlax run.  bigger than warney's senior year.
This is convincingly beating the elite schools in college sports.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 03, 2018, 05:49:28 pm
4-0 against top 20 teams, no one coming close.  schedule softens up.  three AAs on attack and quite a few others.  two that can win the tewey.  HFA for the playoffs.  it'd take a major injury or 4 to stop this team.  they shouldve won it last year. GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on March 03, 2018, 09:19:30 pm
Folks try imagine our football beating their  football teams minus Denver that doesn't play  football -USC, Stamford and NorthWestern .  Our Ladies are crazy good
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on March 05, 2018, 06:25:29 pm
SBU rolls again at Michigan 16-3 .
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on March 05, 2018, 06:43:26 pm
SBU rolls again at Michigan 16-3 .

These girls are good. Finally getting some home games for a change..
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on March 05, 2018, 06:48:49 pm
Folks try imagine our football beating their  football teams minus Denver that doesn't play  football -USC, Stamford and NorthWestern .  Our Ladies are crazy good
USC, Stanford, Northwestern, Michigan...
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on March 05, 2018, 06:52:36 pm
Folks try imagine our football beating their  football teams minus Denver that doesn't play  football -USC, Stamford and NorthWestern .  Our Ladies are crazy good
USC, Stanford, Northwestern, Michigan...

I would love to see the day SB football play and beat all four of these teams!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on March 05, 2018, 06:58:05 pm
Folks try imagine our football beating their  football teams minus Denver that doesn't play  football -USC, Stamford and NorthWestern .  Our Ladies are crazy good
USC, Stanford, Northwestern, Michigan...

I would love to see the day SB football play and beat all four of these teams!
Anybody on this board would be happy with one!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 09, 2018, 11:27:47 am
just a website's power ranking, but something to talk about: https://www.collegecrosse.com/2018/3/8/17096318/college-crosse-womens-power-rankings-james-madison-climbs-to-the-third-spot
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 10, 2018, 09:37:27 pm
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/joe-spallina-sbu-womens-lacrosse-1.17251766
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 12, 2018, 11:58:39 am
still #1.  should roll delaware tomorrow. https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/rankings/loyola-climbs-in-nike-us-lacrosse-womens-division-i-rankings
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 13, 2018, 08:07:49 pm
final- 20-8 win
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 14, 2018, 11:36:03 am
pics: https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/photos/photo-gallery-stony-brook-at-delaware-ncaa-women
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on March 14, 2018, 04:11:02 pm
Just an amazing season from an amazing team
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 16, 2018, 12:10:33 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/women%E2%80%99s-weekend-watch-northwestern-eyes-another-upset-at-home

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No. 14 Towson at No. 1 Stony Brook
Saturday, 5 p.m., AmericaEast.TV

Stony Brook has yet to be beaten with its No. 1 scoring defense, plus its offensive stars Kylie and Taryn Ohlmiller and Courtney Murphy. The Seawolves are first in points per game thanks to Kylie Ohlmiller (No. 4 with 6.17 per game) and Murphy (No. 5 with 6.00 per game), as well as assists per game thanks to Taryn Ohlmiller (No. 1 with 3.50 per game). But Stony Brook is also first in turnovers per game. If the Tigers want a shot at an upset, they need to play its signature high-pressure defense as they are tied for third with Wagner in caused turnovers per game.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 17, 2018, 08:07:19 pm
It was a battle but the women took care of business at home vs. Towson.  Big day for KO.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 17, 2018, 09:10:49 pm
yeah it was 10-8 SB with only 6min left.  but pulled away. GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on March 18, 2018, 12:29:41 pm
I hope the girls keep on winning. A national title banner would be great for the school   ;D
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 19, 2018, 11:35:53 am
still no.1 : https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/rankings/stony-brook-stays-no-1-in-quiet-week-in-nike-usl-womens-top-20
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 19, 2018, 11:37:20 am
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/sunday-post-big-wins-big-time-performances/51649

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Kylie Ohlmiller vs. Everybody Else
Ohlmiller continued to fuel the Tewaaraton fire in week six, with back-to-back game-high performances against Delaware and Towson. Against the Blue Hens mid-week, she posted ten points on six goals and four assists—all of which were game-highs. She followed that up with seven goals and an assist vs. Towson on Saturday afternoon. The win pushed Stony Brook’s undefeated streak to seven consecutive games and marked the program’s fifth win over a ranked opponent this spring.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 19, 2018, 04:31:38 pm
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/lacrosse/stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-towson-pictures-1.17505123
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 26, 2018, 11:58:14 am
still #1.

https://www.collegecrosse.com/2018/3/26/17163320/womens-tewaaraton-watch-kylie-ohlmiller-or-sam-apuzzo-lacrosse

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Women’s Tewaaraton Watch: Kylie Ohlmiller or Sam Apuzzo?
Two Long Island upperclassmen have emerged as the favorites for the award midway through the 2018 season.

One additional note on Ohlmiller: right now she has 395 career points, 51 shy of breaking Jen Adams’ all-time NCAA career record of 445. In addition, she has 197 career assists, which is 28 shy of breaking Hannah Nielsen’s all-time NCAA career record of 224.

If she maintains her combined scoring pace from the last two seasons, she would break the points record at home against UMBC on April 21 and the assists record at home against Penn State on April 24.

As for Kylie, she might be the best lacrosse passer on the planet, in either gender. In an interview last year, she called the chemistry she has with her sister Taryn “telepathy.” Here is a behind-the-back feed from Kylie to Taryn from the Towson game.

Other than her unmatched field vision, Ohlmiller is able to produce so well on offense because of her balance. When she plays, she constantly is twisting at the hips, bending at the knees and back, and switching handedness to avoid defenders.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on March 26, 2018, 03:04:17 pm
She is an amazing athlete and student .  Glad she is on our side.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 26, 2018, 03:08:17 pm
she should've won it last year- and i'm confident even saying that SB shouldve won the title last year. 

damned bathroom bill...  ???
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 29, 2018, 11:35:11 pm
more ink: http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/2018-midseason-women-s-division-i-media-all-americans/51749
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 02, 2018, 11:41:51 am
still #1, with cornell tomorrow.  they're pretty good, just outside the top 20: https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/rankings/northwestern-moves-into-top-10-in-nike-us-lacrosse-rankings
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 03, 2018, 07:27:54 pm
19-4 final, no problem. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 04, 2018, 11:58:33 am
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-wednesday-april-4

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1. No. 1 Stony Brook won its 10th straight game and remained one of two unbeaten teams with a 19-4 defeat of Cornell in one of just three games on the NCAA Division I women's schedule yesterday.

Ally Kennedy and Courtney Murphy scored five goals each to lead the Seawolves, and the former dished out two assists to set a career high with seven points. Murphy now stands three goals away from eclipsing Gail Cummings-Danson as the NCAA's all-time leader with 289 goals. Stony Brook won 12 draws in the first half to take a 14-3 lead. The Seawolves head to Hartford Thursday.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 05, 2018, 09:01:18 pm
SB goes up 20-0 with 10min left in the second.  murphy breaks the record. http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/news/2018/4/5/womens-lacrosse-courtney-murphy-breaks-ncaa-career-goals-record-leading-no-1-seawolves-over-hartford.aspx

final: 21-3
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 06, 2018, 01:24:00 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-friday-april-6

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1. Stony Brook's Courtney Murphy broke a 30-year old record, becoming the NCAA's Division I all-time leading goal scorer. Murphy had five goals in Stony Brook's 21-3 win over Hartford giving her 292 for her career, breaking the mark of National Lacrosse Hall of Fame member Gail Cummings. Cummings scored 289 in her career at Temple from 1985-88.

 WATCH | Courtney Murphy's (@c_murffff) record-breaking 290th career goal comes in her 77th career contest.

 #NCAALAX HISTORY #SeawolvesUnited | #AEWLAX pic.twitter.com/1G9LOxlZIA

— Stony Brook WLAX (@StonyBrookWLAX) April 5, 2018

That might not be the only NCAA record to fall to a Stony Brook player this season. Kylie Ohlmiller is closing in on the NCAA career points and assists records. Ohlmiller has 416 points in her career, 29 away from Jen Adams (Maryland, 1998-2001) career mark of 445. Ohlmiller also has 207 career assists, 17 away from Hannah Nielsen's (Northwestern, 2006-09) NCAA mark of 224.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on April 06, 2018, 04:39:39 pm
 Congratulations to Courtney as the all time leading scorer in the NCAA . Congrats to the entire team for  being Number 1 in he nation .
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 13, 2018, 10:58:32 am
cant have a misstep- now or in the postseason.  already happened to UA on the men's side.
http://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2018/4/13/together-we-transform-blog-together-we-transform-thursday-april-13-2018.aspx?path=blog

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It's finally here… tomorrow night 500 lucky fans will walk away from our women's lacrosse game against Johns Hopkins with a Kylie Ohlmiller bobblehead.
 
We are anticipating our largest crowd ever for a women's lacrosse game at Stony Brook, so get your tickets now and be sure to come early. Even if you don't get one of the Kylie bobbleheads, it promises to be a special night at LaValle Stadium. Courtney Murphy will play at home for the first time since breaking the NCAA career record for goals and should add to her remarkable total of 296.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on April 13, 2018, 01:17:21 pm
cant have a misstep- now or in the postseason.  already happened to UA on the men's side.
http://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2018/4/13/together-we-transform-blog-together-we-transform-thursday-april-13-2018.aspx?path=blog

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It's finally here… tomorrow night 500 lucky fans will walk away from our women's lacrosse game against Johns Hopkins with a Kylie Ohlmiller bobblehead.
 
We are anticipating our largest crowd ever for a women's lacrosse game at Stony Brook, so get your tickets now and be sure to come early. Even if you don't get one of the Kylie bobbleheads, it promises to be a special night at LaValle Stadium. Courtney Murphy will play at home for the first time since breaking the NCAA career record for goals and should add to her remarkable total of 296.
That's right, because of the weak AE conference their RPI is only #8. They need to win out to guarantee home field advantage.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 13, 2018, 01:27:24 pm
really shouldve won that title last year.  between crooked refs (20-3 flags?) and the north carolina bathroom bill.  and the NCAA committee seedings.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on April 13, 2018, 09:01:19 pm
Another convincing win  against a good team in Hopkins !
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 13, 2018, 11:00:21 pm
attendance- 3123

i think the men average about 1000 per game so far
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on April 14, 2018, 07:50:05 am
One remaining test before the postseason is Penn State.
FWIW, the vast majority of DI schools have never won a national championship in any of 30+ sports. Women’s lacrosse isn’t football or basketball but it would certainly add to SB’s image.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on April 14, 2018, 11:33:50 am
True  any National Championship would be a huge plus for SBU .
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 15, 2018, 10:05:43 am
The story of Courtney Murphy, the women’s lacrosse goal queen
A look at how a B-level club player who won three games in high school has etched her name into the NCAA record book
https://www.collegecrosse.com/2018/4/14/17235846/the-story-of-courtney-murphy-the-womens-lacrosse-goal-queen-stony-brook

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Many coaches didn’t see her play, being a B squad club player on a bad high school team. Others were skeptical. They said she was just a “catch-and-shoot” player. They didn’t like her big personality. They doubted her athleticism.

The numbers are unbelievable. Murphy has scored a hat trick in 56 of 78 career games. She’s the only player, male or female, to score 100 goals in a single season.

In 27 career America East conference games, Murphy has 124 goals. In those games, the opposing teams have 123 goals.

Stony Brook began having autograph sessions after every game, the best attended in the nation. Little girls across Long Island wanted to wear No. 18 and No. 17 to be like Murph or Kylie.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 15, 2018, 10:06:46 am
http://longisland.news12.com/story/37946437/stony-brook-lax-star-becomes-schools-first-female-bobblehead

https://twitter.com/kyliebobblehead?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw&ref_url=http%3A%2F%2Flongisland.news12.com%2Fstory%2F37946437%2Fstony-brook-lax-star-becomes-schools-first-female-bobblehead
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 15, 2018, 10:09:02 am
7 lacrosse records that are most likely to be broken this season
https://www.ncaa.com/news/lacrosse-men/article/2018-04-12/7-lacrosse-records-are-most-likely-be-broken-season

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Kylie Ohlmiller, Stony Brook, Career Points, Assists
Ohlmiller gives us a two for one on this list. After setting the record for points in a single season during her junior year, Ohlmiller will most likely wrap up her career as the all-time leader in career points. She has to beat the record of 445 points set by Jen Adams for Maryland in 1998-2001. The senior is currently 23 points away from breaking Adams’ record. She's averaging almost seven points per game, so this is easily obtainable for the senior.

Another stand out stat for Ohlmiller’s junior year was her 86 assists last season. That puts her on track to potentially set the record for career assists. Northwestern alum Hannah Nielsen recorded 224 career assists from 2006-09. The senior currently has 31 assists this season, brining her career total to 208. This season, she is averaging 2.6 assists per game, and given the Seawolves success this season, Ohlmiller could find himself with some more game appearances to get close to beating the previous record.

And a fun fact to go with all the accolades, all of this earned Stony Brook's star to become the school's first female bobblehead.


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Stony Brook - Team Records
With the help of Ohlmiller, as well as other 2018 season offensive stat leaders on the Seawolves team, the top-ranked Stony Brook’s women’s team is on pace to break several team records this season.

Last year they set the record for assists per game, averaging 10.09 (222 in 22 games). So far this season, the squad has tallied 129 assists through 12 games (10.75 average per game).

Let’s also add points per game. In 2017, Stony Brook averaged 26.18 (576 in 22 games). The Seawolves currently have 336 points through 12 games.

One last one! Stony Brook is also on track to break the record for scoring margin per game in a season. In 2009, Northwestern set the record at 10.83 (407 goals, 158 goals allowed in 23 games). Currently, the Stony Brook squad is at 11.25 (207 goals, 72 goals allowed in 12 games).
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 15, 2018, 01:25:06 pm
just rattled off five transition goals in a few min.  mid second half, 16-4 so far over UNH.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 15, 2018, 01:49:29 pm
20-6 final.  that's fifteen in a row.  note that UNH was 4-0 in the AE. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on April 15, 2018, 04:43:11 pm
This team is special. I was planning a trip back to NY from VA this year anyway but arranged it for championship weekend so I will (hopefully) see them win it all.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on April 15, 2018, 10:15:18 pm
This has become a team of destiny  just hope they win it all in May.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 16, 2018, 11:42:21 am
OHLMILLER LEADS STONY BROOK TO ANOTHER WIN ON BOBBLEHEAD NIGHT
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/ohlmiller-leads-stony-brook-to-another-win-on-bobblehead-night
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 16, 2018, 11:53:55 am
THE TEWAARATON LOCKS
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/sunday-post-breaking-down-the-poty-race/51945


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Kylie Ohlmiller, Stony Brook, Attack, Sr.
-What’s her argument? A season ago, Ohlmiller broke two longstanding single-season NCAA records in Jen Adams’ points record (148) and Hannah Nielsen’s assists record (83), setting her own single-season records with 164 points and 86 assists. This spring, she’s posted 57 goals and 36 assists, bringing her career total to 224 goals and 220 assists for 444 career points. She is now just two points shy of Jen Adams’ NCAA career points mark (445), and five assists away from Hannah Nielsen’s NCAA career record total of 224.

-Last time out: In a weekend swing that brought Johns Hopkins to town on Friday evening and New Hampshire on Sunday’s Senior Day, Ohlmiller totaled 21 points. Against the Blue Jays, posted game-highs in goals (6) and helpers (5) to follow that up with a hat trick and a game-high seven assists vs. New Hampshire.

-Top performance in 2018: Ohlmiller’s had a number of highlight-reel worthy performances in 2018, but I think her most important performances came in a pair of crucial wins for Stony Brook in terms of NCAA Tournament seeding. Against Towson on March 17 (W, 13-8), Ohlmiller scored a game-high seven goals and dished out an assist. She scored five of the game’s final seven goals to keep the win in place. Two weeks prior, she posted five points (3G, 2A) in the Seawolves’ win over Northwestern, 15-10. All three sit alongside one another in the NCAA RPI ranks released on April 8: No. Towson, No. 8 Stony Brook and No. 9 Northwestern.


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Brooke Gubitosi, Stony Brook, Sr.
Stony Brook’s defense is tops in the NCAA, allowing just six goals per game. Gubitosi leads the unit.
*Stat Line: (14-14) 2G, 32GB, 22CT

Courtney Murphy, Stony Brook, Sr.
This season, Murphy became the NCAA’s career-leader in goals with 298 and counting through 79 games played.
*Stat Line: (14-14) 58G, 20A, 16GB, 1DC, 5CT
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 16, 2018, 11:54:34 am
still #1
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/cascade-women-s-division-i-media-poll-top-ten-remains/51957

(http://cdn.images.insidelacrosse.com/auto/0418/5ad4bc8fab853/900x600/5ad4bc8fab853.jpg)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 16, 2018, 06:23:53 pm
Carolyn Carrera’s play makes SBU senior day a winner
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/carolyn-carrera-s-play-sbu-makes-senior-day-a-winner-1.18063952

Carrera, a starting defender in every game this season, contributed most in the draw circle. Considered the No. 2 option on the depth chart behind junior Keri McCarthy, Carrera drew the start in the circle as a senior and dominated, helping Stony Brook win 25 of 28 draws.

“I think it’s really a tribute just to the mentality we have on this entire team,” said Carrera, who played her first two years at Hofstra. “Every day we’re getting after it, so we have draw practice every single day. Yeah, I wasn’t seeing that time on the field in the games, but we were still putting in that work every single day.”

Stony Brook’s senior class has been instrumental in the program’s rise to the top of the rankings, accruing 86 wins to date and winning each of the last five America East championships. Gubitosi, a defender who scored her second career goal Sunday, was happy to share the field with her class.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 18, 2018, 05:35:09 pm
are we preparing for the annual screwjob???

im doubting SB will get the #1 seed. https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/bracketology-determining-top-seeds-in-the-eye-of-the-beholder

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Given this breakdown, we seed Team B first (Maryland), Team A (Boston College) second and Team C (Stony Brook) third. The Eagles jump Stony Brook from last week’s bracket projections and could overtake Maryland if they finish the season undefeated.

Despite an undefeated record, Stony Brook will be bogged down by a weak America East schedule that has been made even weaker in the absence of another NCAA Tournament-caliber team like Albany. A quality home game against Penn State remains on April 24, but that will be the only decent game remaining on the schedule. Nevertheless, should the Seawolves win out, they’ll be seeded among the top four and home games through the entire tournament as they are the hosts of the NCAA semifinals and final this year.


http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/women-s-division-i-bracketology-april-16th/51954

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Pod: Stony Brook, N.Y.
3-seed: Stony Brook (America East AQ)
Navy (Patriot League at-large) vs. UMass (Atlantic-10 AQ)
Pod notes: Stony Brook is ranked #1 in the polls, but #8 in RPI, will be an interesting discussion for the committee. All three of these teams have top-10 scoring offenses in the NCAA.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 18, 2018, 05:41:15 pm
perhaps prepare for a different screwjob- here: http://network.laxpower.com/laxforum/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=63823#p1573088

http://network.laxpower.com/laxforum/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=63820&st=0&sk=t&sd=a#p1580039
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on April 18, 2018, 07:25:40 pm
Our conference doesn't help matters . The AE is weak in most every sport .
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on April 18, 2018, 08:01:38 pm
Our conference doesn't help matters . The AE is weak in most every sport .

And that goes back to my point with Warney getting the cold shoulders because of playing for SB, which ultimately is in a weak conference.. SB needs to get out of this garbage conference for all sports. The time is now or nobody will ever care who we are or what  sport we are in.

If kylie gets snubbed again then we will all know
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 19, 2018, 07:56:28 pm
http://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2018/4/19/together-we-transform-blog-together-we-transform-thursday-april-19-2018.aspx?path=blog

http://www.sbstatesman.com/2018/04/16/kylie-ohlmiller-shines-in-two-no-1-womens-lacrosse-victories/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 20, 2018, 11:56:52 am
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/women%E2%80%99s-weekend-watch-hokies-host-cavaliers-in-acc-battle-for-virginia

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UMBC at No. 1 Stony Brook
Saturday, 3 p.m., AmericaEast.TV

UMBC Athletics’ Twitter account is already playing up this game. Why? The Retrievers are playing another No. 1 team, this time being Stony Brook women’s lacrosse. Can they knock off yet another top-ranked, undefeated lacrosse team? The Seawolves boast the No. 1 scoring defense and No. 2 scoring offense, while also sitting first in assists per game, points per game and shot percentage – so the Stony Brook women's lacrosse Twitter account promptly responded. Will it be an America East battle or Twitterverse battle? Stay tuned.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 20, 2018, 11:57:20 am
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-friday-april-20

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WHAT WE’RE WATCHING
Ever wanted to hear Stony Brook coach Joe Spallina pump his squad up? He was mic'd up during the Seawolves game against Johns Hopkins last week. Enjoy.

Ever wonder what it’s like to be on the sideline during a Stony Brook women’s lacrosse contest at LaValle Stadium?

We take you behind the scenes during last Friday's victory over Johns Hopkins.

| Mic’d Up w/ @JoeSpallina #SeawolvesUnited | #NCAAWLAX | #AEWLAX pic.twitter.com/1So7ndn7IJ

— Stony Brook WLAX (@StonyBrookWLAX) April 19, 2018
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 21, 2018, 04:51:00 pm
no threepeat for BC.  22-7 wolfettes
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 23, 2018, 11:08:42 am
http://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2018/4/21/womens-lacrosse-kylie-ohlmiller-breaks-ncaa-career-points-assists-records-leading-no-1-seawolves-past-umbc.aspx

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Kylie Ohlmiller (Islip, N.Y.) broke the NCAA Division I career points record in the first half of play, surpassing the previous record set by Maryland's Jen Adams (445). She became the NCAA Division I career assist leader in the second half of play, breaking the previous record for helpers set by Northwestern's Hannah Nielsen (224). Ohlmiller now has 62 goals and 49 assists for 111 total points in 2018.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 23, 2018, 11:56:26 am
still #1

http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/cascade-women-s-division-i-media-poll-top-14-remain-headed-into-acc-pac-12/52027

https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/rankings/calm-before-the-storm-in-nike-us-lacrosse-womens-division-i-rankings

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The potential for mayhem starts tomorrow when No. 16 Penn State, a NCAA semifinalist the last two years, visits No. 1 Stony Brook in the Seawolves final nonconference game of the regular season.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 23, 2018, 11:58:42 am
KYLIE OHLMILLER SETS TWO NCAA CAREER RECORDS AS STONY BROOK ROLLS
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/kylie-ohlmiller-sets-two-ncaa-career-records-as-stony-brook-rolls

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UMBC's Carolyn Jamison scored her second goal of the game with 10:14 remaining in the opening half to tie the score 5-5, and then Stony Brook happened.

The Seawolves exploded for nine goals in the final 10 minutes of the first half, highlighted by a behind-the-back goal by Kylie Ohlmiller, which gave the senior 446 points for her career to break Jen Adams (Maryland 1998-2001) 17-year-old NCAA career scoring mark.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 23, 2018, 12:13:41 pm
watch this video- ohlmiller's comments about working hard, doing extra, spallina's vision, etc.  she's a great spokesperson for the U.

https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-umbc-1.18196657

also see the video for the BTB diving goal


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“I think there’ll be equipment named after her. I think she’ll have her own equipment line,” Spallina said. “I think she’ll have whatever she wants in this sport.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 23, 2018, 12:16:51 pm
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-kyle-ohlmiller-1.18197515

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Stony Brook's Kylie Ohlmiller becomes NCAA all-time points, assists leader


UMBC game photos: https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-umbc-pictures-1.18180391
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 23, 2018, 12:21:48 pm
more ink: http://www.sbstatesman.com/2018/04/22/kylie-ohlmiller-breaks-two-ncaa-records-in-22-7-victory-over-umbc/

http://www.sbstatesman.com/2018/04/16/kylie-ohlmiller-shines-in-two-no-1-womens-lacrosse-victories/

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My biggest thing is making sure we get a win in the next game and making sure we get wins throughout the board so we’re home for the next month or so and we can have a million more senior days.

Friday night drew 3,123 people for the team’s game against No. 22 Johns Hopkins, the largest crowd for a single game in women’s lacrosse program history. Many of the fans were lining up two hours in advance of the 7 p.m. start time.

It was unreal,” Ohlmiller said. “It’s been pretty amazing to see how we’ve turned this program around into Long Island’s team in general. Just to see the amount of people lined up outside for this one game, it was just really, really cool. It’s very humbling because it’s a tribute to all of our hard work.

“I’ve never hidden from the fact that she’s the best player in the world,” Spallina said. “She’s the best player in NCAA lacrosse. I would put my name on that. I’m not going to hide from that. I’ve been saying that for years.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 23, 2018, 12:22:11 pm
the case for SB to be #2: https://bcheights.com/2018/04/22/bc-lacrosse-deserves-coveted-number-one-ranking/

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on April 23, 2018, 04:19:53 pm
the case for SB to be #2: https://bcheights.com/2018/04/22/bc-lacrosse-deserves-coveted-number-one-ranking/

Ah yes, the typical P5/major conference entitlement. How DARE anybody outside of the P5 have a competitive team lmao.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 23, 2018, 05:14:06 pm
here's the argument- RPI #6.  likely to improve a bit because UA and PSU are pretty good.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on April 24, 2018, 06:58:40 pm
Great win today vs. Penn State. I Could be mistaken But it didn’t look like KO played in  the second half. Anyone know why??
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on April 24, 2018, 07:04:08 pm
Great win today vs. Penn State. I Could be mistaken But it didn’t look like KO played in  the second half. Anyone know why??
No but they were up by eight at the half so I would have rested her as well.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 24, 2018, 07:50:56 pm
in the first 17 min- it was 8-0 SB.  KO had 2 and 4 in that stretch alone.

at 20, the wolfettes hit the brakes and psu scored 5 straight.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on April 24, 2018, 07:57:07 pm
They have won each game by at least four goals. That is crazy good.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 26, 2018, 11:20:23 am
https://www.collegecrosse.com/2018/4/26/17272368/its-womens-lacrosse-conference-tournament-season-heres-complete-guide-boston-college-north-carolina

dates say april but they mean may.

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America East: May 4-6
Format: The America East women’s lacrosse tournament, like the men’s tournament, is a four-team tournament hosted by the top seed. The two semifinal games will be played on Friday, May 4, and the finals will be on Sunday, May 6.

Seeding: The four teams are already determined: Stony Brook, Albany, Binghamton and New Hampshire. This Saturday, April 28, Stony Brook will play at Albany at 12 p.m. to determine the top seed (loser will get the 2nd seed). At the same time, New Hampshire will play at Binghamton to determine the 3rd and 4th seeds.

What’s at stake? With Albany having a down year, the America East is a one-bid league. Stony Brook, being the top team in the country, will get in regardless. The other three teams would have to pull off the shocking upset to make the NCAA field.

Stony Brook is looking for its sixth straight America East title.

Where to watch? The America East Tournament can be watched on WatchESPN, with the finals being played on ESPNU.

Friday 4/4, Semifinals:

5 p.m.   #1 vs. #4
7:30 p.m.   #2 vs. #3
* (Top seed gets preference of early or late game; Stony Brook has traditionally preferred the early game should they have the right to choose.)

Sunday 4/6, Finals:

12 p.m.
The prediction: Stony Brook and it won’t really be close. (Disclaimer: I work as the radio play-by-play for the Stony Brook women’s team.)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 26, 2018, 02:52:33 pm
Stony Brook lacrosse players visit Stony Brook Children's Hospital
https://portjefferson.greaterlongisland.com/2018/04/26/stony-brook-lacrosse-players-visit-stony-brook-childrens-hospital/

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To give them a break from their daily routines, members of the Stony Brook’s women’s lacrosse team — the top-ranked team in the U.S. — stopped by last week to help lift spirits.

And mission accomplished.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 26, 2018, 02:53:41 pm
Women's lacrosse National Player of the Week (April 25): Kylie Ohlmiller, Stony Brook
http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/college/lacrosse/lacrosse-blog/bs-sp-womens-lacrosse-player-0424-story.html

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On Saturday, Ohlmiller became the NCAA Division I women’s lacrosse all-time leader in points and assists. With eight points in a 22-7 win over UMBC, Ohlmiller ran her career total to 452, surpassing the record of 445 set by Maryland’s Jen Adams in 2001. She broke the record with a behind-the-back goal in the first half. With six assists in the game, she also broke the record for career assists with 226, moving past Northwestern’s Hannah Nielsen, who set the record of 224 in 2009. With two goals and five assists in Tuesday’s 21-13 win over No. 16 Penn State, she ran her record totals to 459 and 231. Ohlmiller, a 2017 Tewaaraton Award finalist, and the Division I Attacker of the Year, broke the Division I single-season points and assists records a year ago with 164 and 86. This spring, she has 64 goals and 54 assists to lead the No. 1 Seawolves in scoring as they remain one of only two undefeated Division I teams.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 26, 2018, 02:55:56 pm
Great Danes to host Stonybrook in women's lacrosse season finale
http://cbs6albany.com/sports/content/great-danes-to-host-stonybrook-in-womens-lacrosse-season-finale

(90 sec video)

average margin of victory is over 11 goals
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 26, 2018, 02:59:12 pm
The 2018 Tewaaraton List is Trimmed to 25 Nominees
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/the-2018-tewaaraton-list-is-trimmed-to-25-nominees/52072

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This year’s list of women’s nominees features players from 15 different schools, led by Boston College, University of Maryland, and Northwestern with three a piece. Returning this year are 2017 finalists Marie McCool (North Carolina) and Kylie Ohmiller (Stony Brook). In all, six players return from the 2017 list of nominees.

Courtney Murphy, Stony Brook - Redshirt Senior, Attack

Kylie Ohlmiller, Stony Brook - Sr., Attack
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on April 27, 2018, 04:22:30 pm
These ladies or so nasty!!!! It's amazing what Spallina has built at Stony Brook.

I'm hoping they go all the way and bring the first national championship to SBU!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 28, 2018, 09:50:59 pm
no problem with UA.  21-8 with our seniors having a big day to close out their reg season careers at LaValle.  now onto UNH next friday. GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 30, 2018, 08:24:19 am
AE bracket: http://americaeast.com/news/2018/4/28/womens-lacrosse-2018-aewlax-championship-bracket-site-established.aspx

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All games will be played at Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium in Stony Brook, N.Y., the sight of the 2018 NCAA Women’s Lacrosse Championship.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 30, 2018, 11:22:46 am
https://www.collegecrosse.com/2018/4/30/17301226/women-s-college-lacrosse-weekend-recap-north-carolina-unc-tar-heels-stanford-cardinal-conference

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Stony Brook, James Madison among teams to clinch top seeds in conference tournaments
Many games on Saturday had direct implications toward conference championship seedings. Let’s go through some of them quickly:

Stony Brook 21, Albany 8: The Seawolves clinched America East hosting rights with a dominant performance on the road against Albany. Kylie Ohlmiller had a 10-point game for the Seawolves, as the senior now has 128 points on the season, putting her 31 away from 500 career points. Earlier this season, Ohlmiller had become the second player ever to reach 400 career points.


North Carolina’s win makes next Sunday’s bracket selection very interesting. Stony Brook is the only undefeated team remaining. Boston College, Maryland and James Madison all only have one loss with North Carolina accounting for both the BC and Maryland defeats. North Carolina lost to James Madison on the road in double-OT way back in the season opener February 10. Stony Brook did not play any of the other four teams pitting for a top-4 NCAA Tournament seed.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 30, 2018, 11:24:44 am
still #1 https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/rankings/princeton-soars-and-top-five-shakeup-in-nike-us-lacrosse-womens-rankings

http://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/polls
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 30, 2018, 12:16:03 pm
http://www.sbstatesman.com/2018/04/29/womens-lacrosse-finishes-undefeated-regular-season-with-win-against-albany/

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Women’s Lacrosse finishes undefeated regular season with win against Albany
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on April 30, 2018, 12:33:02 pm
That national title gets closer and closer by the day. Stay focused ladies!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 30, 2018, 12:39:17 pm
RPI is 6: http://www.laxpower.com/update18/binwom/rpi01.php

   1 North Carolina      1  0.7131  101   0      5   3   15  3  0  5  2  0  4  0  0  6  1  0
   2 Maryland            2  0.7010   99   0     98   0   16  1  0  7  1  0  0  0  0  9  0  0
   3 Boston College      3  0.6916   40   1     79   0   19  1  0  9  0  0  2  1  0  8  0  0
   4 James Madison       4  0.6800   53   1     96   0   16  1  0  7  1  0  1  0  0  8  0  0
   5 Florida             5  0.6784   50   1     22   2   14  3  0  6  1  0  0  0  0  8  2  0
   6 Stony Brook         6  0.6592  110   0    113   0   17  0  0  9  0  0  0  0  0  8  0  0
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on April 30, 2018, 01:19:38 pm
RPI doesn't take into account margin of victory. If it did, they would be top three for sure.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 30, 2018, 07:45:26 pm
Kylie Ohlmiller Named America East Offensive Player of the Week for Seventh Time in 2018
http://www.stonybrookathletics.com/news/2018/4/30/womens-lacrosse-kylie-ohlmiller-named-america-east-offensive-player-of-the-week-for-seventh-time-in-2018.aspx

i think there's only been 11 weeks so far.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 01, 2018, 12:57:06 pm
http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/college/lacrosse/bs-sp-womens-lacrosse-by-the-numbers-0501-story.html

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1 — Stony Brook (17-0) is the only undefeated team left in Division I after North Carolina upset Boston College, 14-11, in the Atlantic Coast Conference championship.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on May 02, 2018, 02:03:20 am
http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/college/lacrosse/bs-sp-womens-lacrosse-by-the-numbers-0501-story.html

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1 — Stony Brook (17-0) is the only undefeated team left in Division I after North Carolina upset Boston College, 14-11, in the Atlantic Coast Conference championship.

I guess that settles that.  8)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on May 02, 2018, 07:29:50 pm
We should get the Top seed and draw at least a bye  in the first round of the NCAAs
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 03, 2018, 12:45:49 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-thursday-may-3

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WHAT WE’RE WATCHING
Kylie Ohlmiller, the NCAA’s leader in career points, has made herself a role model to lacrosse players across the country. Stony Brook set up a nice surprise for Ohlmiller, who got to read messages from some of her fans — and meet them.

Kylie Ohlmiller is not only one of the best attackers in #NCAAWLAX history, but is also a role model in the Stony Brook community.

Watch what happens when she meets her biggest fans!#NCAAWLAX
(via @StonyBrookWLAX)pic.twitter.com/dJV9MISQtx

— NCAA Lacrosse (@NCAALAX) May 2, 2018
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 03, 2018, 12:51:21 pm
from twitter- SB women's lax finished first in ALL of these categories in division I: https://stats.ncaa.org/rankings?sport_code=WLA&division=1

scoring defense: 6.65
scoring margin: 11.35
assists: 11.59
points: 29.59
turnovers: 11.71
win %: .1000
shot $: .532


were #2 in scoring offense (18/game). GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 03, 2018, 09:17:28 pm
final four info at LaValle: https://stonybrookathletics.com/gameday/ncaa-division-i-women-s-lacrosse-championship-vs-semifinal-game-1/wlax_ff/37/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 03, 2018, 09:21:54 pm
AE honors: https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2018/5/3/womens-lacrosse-stony-brook-takes-home-five-of-six-major-awards-15-seawolves-earn-america-east-all-conference-honors.aspx


Offensive Player of the Year
Kylie Ohlmiller, Sr., Attack, Stony Brook

Defensive Player of the Year
Brooke Gubitosi, Sr., Defense, Stony Brook

Midfielder of the Year
Ally Kennedy, So., Midfield, Stony Brook

Goalkeeper of the Year
Anna Tesoriero, Jr., Goalkeeper, Stony Brook

Coach of the Year
Joe Spallina, Stony Brook


what a nice run for the seniors- read this:

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Recognized as Coach of the Year for a record fifth time and fourth consecutively.
Stony Brook became the first #AEWLAX program to earn the number 1 ranking in national polls and finished the regular season in the top spot.
Also became the first team in conference history to go undefeated for an entire regular season, finishing at 17-0.
Spallina’s defense is the stingiest in the nation while his offense ranks second in the country in scoring.
The Seawolves clinched their sixth-straight regular season title.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 03, 2018, 09:27:01 pm
http://americaeast.com/documents/2018/5/3//AE_WLAX_All_Conference_18.pdf


First Team
Attack Courtney Murphy Gr. Stony Brook Shirley, N.Y.
Attack Kylie Ohlmiller Sr. Stony Brook Islip, N.Y.
Attack Taryn Ohlmiller So. Stony Brook Islip, N.Y.
Midfield Samantha DiSalvo Sr. Stony Brook Lynbrook, N.Y.
Midfield Ally Kennedy So. Stony Brook North Babylon, N.Y.
Defense Brooke Gubitosi Sr. Stony Brook East Northport, N.Y.
Defense Mackenzie Burns Jr. Stony Brook West Sayville, N.Y.
Goalkeeper Anna Tesoriero Jr. Stony Brook Huntington, N.Y.

Second Team
Midfield Keri McCarthy Jr. Stony Brook Hauppauge, N.Y.
Defense Carolyn Carrera Sr. Stony Brook Riverhead, N.Y.
Defense Carlee Janelli Sr. Stony Brook Glen Head, N.Y.

All-Rookie Team (regardless of position)
Midfield Siobhan Rafferty Fr. Stony Brook Long Beach, N.Y.
Midfield Rayna Sabella Fr. Stony Brook Mount Sinai, N.Y.

All-Academic Team
Carolyn Carrera Sr. Stony Brook 3.88 Civil Engineering Riverhead, N.Y.
Samantha DiSalvo Sr. Stony Brook 3.99 Biology Lynbrook, N.Y.
Courtney Murphy Gr. Stony Brook 3.86 Finance (MBA) Shirley, N.Y.
Torrye Zullo Sr. Stony Brook 3.94 Politics Ronkonkoma, N.Y.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 04, 2018, 08:14:43 am
http://americaeast.com/documents/2018/5/3//AE_WLAX_All_Conference_18.pdf


First Team
Attack Courtney Murphy Gr. Stony Brook Shirley, N.Y.
Attack Kylie Ohlmiller Sr. Stony Brook Islip, N.Y.
Attack Taryn Ohlmiller So. Stony Brook Islip, N.Y.
Midfield Samantha DiSalvo Sr. Stony Brook Lynbrook, N.Y.
Midfield Ally Kennedy So. Stony Brook North Babylon, N.Y.
Defense Brooke Gubitosi Sr. Stony Brook East Northport, N.Y.
Defense Mackenzie Burns Jr. Stony Brook West Sayville, N.Y.
Goalkeeper Anna Tesoriero Jr. Stony Brook Huntington, N.Y.

Second Team
Midfield Keri McCarthy Jr. Stony Brook Hauppauge, N.Y.
Defense Carolyn Carrera Sr. Stony Brook Riverhead, N.Y.
Defense Carlee Janelli Sr. Stony Brook Glen Head, N.Y.

All-Rookie Team (regardless of position)
Midfield Siobhan Rafferty Fr. Stony Brook Long Beach, N.Y.
Midfield Rayna Sabella Fr. Stony Brook Mount Sinai, N.Y.

All-Academic Team
Carolyn Carrera Sr. Stony Brook 3.88 Civil Engineering Riverhead, N.Y.
Samantha DiSalvo Sr. Stony Brook 3.99 Biology Lynbrook, N.Y.
Courtney Murphy Gr. Stony Brook 3.86 Finance (MBA) Shirley, N.Y.
Torrye Zullo Sr. Stony Brook 3.94 Politics Ronkonkoma, N.Y.
With the national status the team has achieved these AE honors seem almost meaningless.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 04, 2018, 08:45:56 am
sure...  but could you pull a 3.99 in biology while playing Division I lacrosse!!!   ;D
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 04, 2018, 09:11:58 am
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2018/5/3/together-we-transform-blog-together-we-transform-thursday-may-3-2018.aspx?path=blog

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As for the NCAA Tournament, the bracket will be revealed on Sunday at 9 p.m. on NCAA.com. Although we have been ranked No. 1 in all three major polls for 10 straight weeks, our RPI is only 6 because of our conference. My response to that: We are the best team in the nation and absolutely deserve to be the No. 1 seed.

- 8-0 vs. ranked opponents in 2018, outscoring those teams 128-64
- No. 1 non-conference adjusted RPI (.72491) in the nation
- Ranks No. 1 nationally in six Division I major team statistics: points per game (29.59), scoring margin (+11.35), assists per game (11.59), shot percentage (.532), turnovers per game (11.71), and team defense (6.65 goals-allowed per contest)
- NCAA Division I career leaders in total points (Kylie Ohlmiller - 469), total goals (Courtney Murphy - 234), and total assists (Kylie Ohlmiller - 235)
 
I rest my case.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 04, 2018, 12:20:09 pm
BRACKETOLOGY: 'BAD LOSSES' VS. 'GOOD WINS' ON THE BUBBLE
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/bracketology-bad-losses-vs-good-wins-on-the-bubble

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Then, what do you do with Stony Brook? The consensus No. 1 team in the human polls, Stony Brook’s numbers are good, but strength of schedule has taken a hit since entering America East play. The Seawolves remain undefeated, but in main selection criteria used for seeding, they likely will fall short of the Tar Heels who have a superior RPI, strength of schedule and more quality wins.


   
RPI
North Carolina   1   
Maryland   2   
Boston College  3
James Madison   4   
Florida   5   
Stony Brook   6   
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 04, 2018, 05:00:26 pm
13min in and it's 9-0 against UNH. http://www.sidearmstats.com/stonybrook/wlax/

update.  19min in and it's 12-0.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 06, 2018, 08:46:12 pm
SB beats up on albany at LaValle to win another AE title.  22-14

https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2018/5/6/womens-lacrosse-no-1-stony-brook-tops-albany-winning-sixth-straight-ae-championship.aspx

that's six straight

ho-hum
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 06, 2018, 09:48:00 pm
And the  women get #5 seed.  Another screw job by selection committee. Disgraceful.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 06, 2018, 09:53:27 pm
https://www.ncaa.com/news/lacrosse-women/article/2018-05-04/di-womens-lacrosse-selection-show-set-sunday-may-6-930-pm

maryland gets #1

go to 8min.  we are #5, playing penn or penn state.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 07, 2018, 05:16:19 am
And the  women get #5 seed.  Another screw job by selection committee. Disgraceful.

And Joe Spalina is hot as Hell right now. The Twitter board is on fire.. I say just win out and stick it to the committee .

UA got a #2 Seed with two losses and one really bad blemish on their record. Make it to the Championship game and the Committee will have no choice but to start respecting SB, otherwise heads will be rolling from the top!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 07, 2018, 11:49:19 am
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/womens-bracket-breakdown-stony-brooks-seed-and-jmus-surprise

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Stony Brook. Stony Brook. Stony Brook.

It’s becoming a theme, everyone.

For a second straight year, the Seawolves feel maligned by the operation of the NCAA Selection Committee. Stony Brook is the No. 5 seed despite being a unanimous No. 1 in all human polls because objective analysis of the selection criteria dictates it so. Even committee chair Janna Blais agrees.

“[The Seawolves] are truly an outstanding team,” Blais said. “I expect them to go very far in the tournament. We couldn’t get them higher when we looked at the criteria.”

Stony Brook. Stony Brook. Stony Brook.

It’s becoming a theme, everyone.

For a second straight year, the Seawolves feel maligned by the operation of the NCAA Selection Committee. Stony Brook is the No. 5 seed despite being a unanimous No. 1 in all human polls because objective analysis of the selection criteria dictates it so. Even committee chair Janna Blais agrees.

“[The Seawolves] are truly an outstanding team,” Blais said. “I expect them to go very far in the tournament. We couldn’t get them higher when we looked at the criteria.”

“That’s a really difficult piece of our process — we can’t take into consideration the eye test,” Blais continued. “It’s not part of the criteria. We don’t look at when a win occurred in the season. We don’t take into consideration injuries at a particular game or when they lost to or another team. We end up splitting hairs over significant wins and what is considered a significant loss.”

PLAYERS TO WATCH
Kylie Ohlmiller, Stony Brook

The senior out of Islip, N.Y., has been terrorizing opposing defenses all year. Ohlmiller has 145 points this season on 81 goals and 64 assists. Included in that are five games with at least 10 points.

It was always going to be hard to slot Stony Brook because of its lack of comparable schedule with the other teams and its conference schedule is so poor. Nevertheless, the Seawolves did nothing wrong. This probably speaks more to the procedure than this committee, but it seems like the criteria might need some tweaking to allow for the Stony Brooks of the world to exist and succeed. (For example, introduce a winning percentage component for the significant win criteria.)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 07, 2018, 11:50:43 am
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/maryland-earns-no-1-seed-unbeaten-stony-brook-seeded-no-5

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It was the second straight year Stony Brook got a questionably low seed. Last year, Stony Brook was the No. 8 seed and gave Maryland its toughest game of the tournament, falling 13-12 in the NCAA quarterfinals. Six of Stony Brook's wins this year came against tournament teams.

"Wherever they put us, I'm not going to cry about it," said Stony Brook head coach Joe Spallina when he visited US Lacrosse for the Major League Lacrosse Draft in April. "I'm not sure If we get mis-seeded, that it's going to be fair to the team that has to play us because in my opinion we're the best team."
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 07, 2018, 12:55:29 pm
The important thing is they get the bye. Of course if/when they play BC in the quarterfinals they’ll have to play in Boston, but the disappointing seed could work to fire them up.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 07, 2018, 01:04:27 pm
i had the same sentiment. 

https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/stony-brook-ncaa-womens-lacrosse-tournament-1.18428591

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“We have the No. 1 non-conference RPI in the country. There’s nothing that [the selection committee] is going to tell me that’s going to justify us not being No. 1. Nothing.”

Stony Brook put together the nation’s top non-conference RPI this season by going 8-0 against ranked opponents. The Seawolves outscored those opponents by a combined 128-64.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 07, 2018, 01:07:06 pm
let's enjoy this headline one more time: https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-america-east-championship-1.18422823

Stony Brook women’s lacrosse team wins America East title
The Stony Brook women's lacrosse team celebrates after defeating Albany in the America East championship game at LaValle Stadium on Sunday.

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The Seawolves’ offense started slowly because Albany (9-9) locked off the dodge of Kylie Ohlmiller. Spallina then switched Taryn Ohlmiller into the feeder’s role. This change, which Spallina is comfortable making, helped the offense go on a 12-2 run to erase a 7-6 deficit.

“They were locking off Kylie’s dodge, so that was our cue to put Kylie in the middle and have her cut,” Taryn Ohlmiller said. “If you lock off her dodge, we just use her a different way.”

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Murphy and Brooke Gubitosi are redshirt seniors who now have five America East titles. They’ve experienced only one AE defeat in five years, an overtime loss to Vermont as freshmen.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on May 07, 2018, 01:13:20 pm
Yep, predictably, we got screwed over again by the committee. They just don't respect anybody not in the P5 (even though JMU got the 3 seed, the hell....). It would help to get out of the AE and at least get into the CAA for everything and get the perception bump that comes with that. Damn Hofstra...

On the bright side, the final four is going to be right here at Lavalle, and even as the top seed, we'd be playing a very tough one loss team anyway, so effectively this doesn't really matter too much. Let's just win out and get that national title on our home field. BC, Maryland, JMU, UNC.... all very good teams, so I don't necessarily think we'd have dodged a bullet by getting a higher seed.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 07, 2018, 02:40:56 pm
The ladies got robbed... again!

This time more obvious than ever!

As I posted on FB earlier. I'm sure the Committee placed them as 5th seed because it didn't want an easy path for Stony Brook. If Stony Brook was anything higher than a fifth seed they would be hosting the second round and the QF (if they win against Penn St. /UPenn) and then play at home the rest of the way (Semifinals/Championship hosted at LaValle) assuming they win. This is a big IF and we shouldn't get ahead of ourselves... But the NCAA is avoiding a non-power 5 getting such a path at all costs.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 07, 2018, 02:57:22 pm
The ladies got robbed... again!

This time more obvious than ever!

As I posted on FB earlier. I'm sure the Committee placed them as 5th seed because it didn't want an easy path for Stony Brook. If Stony Brook was anything higher than a fifth seed they would be hosting the second round and the QF (if they win against Penn St. /UPenn) and then play at home the rest of the way (Semifinals/Championship hosted at LaValle) assuming they win. This is a big IF and we shouldn't get ahead of ourselves... But the NCAA is avoiding a non-power 5 getting such a path at all costs.
I’m not sure considering the NCAA gave Albany (non-power 5) a 2 seed despite a bad loss. One poster on laxpower suggested there’s an inherent bias against ladies teams with male coaches.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on May 07, 2018, 03:29:45 pm
The ladies got robbed... again!

This time more obvious than ever!

As I posted on FB earlier. I'm sure the Committee placed them as 5th seed because it didn't want an easy path for Stony Brook. If Stony Brook was anything higher than a fifth seed they would be hosting the second round and the QF (if they win against Penn St. /UPenn) and then play at home the rest of the way (Semifinals/Championship hosted at LaValle) assuming they win. This is a big IF and we shouldn't get ahead of ourselves... But the NCAA is avoiding a non-power 5 getting such a path at all costs.
I’m not sure considering the NCAA gave Albany (non-power 5) a 2 seed despite a bad loss. One poster on laxpower suggested there’s an inherent bias against ladies teams with male coaches.

You've got to be kidding me lol. What a time to be alive! How people can be so petty is beyond me, but there ya go I guess. They must hate what Geno Auriemma is doing at Uconn then.
 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 07, 2018, 04:54:24 pm
The ladies got robbed... again!

This time more obvious than ever!

As I posted on FB earlier. I'm sure the Committee placed them as 5th seed because it didn't want an easy path for Stony Brook. If Stony Brook was anything higher than a fifth seed they would be hosting the second round and the QF (if they win against Penn St. /UPenn) and then play at home the rest of the way (Semifinals/Championship hosted at LaValle) assuming they win. This is a big IF and we shouldn't get ahead of ourselves... But the NCAA is avoiding a non-power 5 getting such a path at all costs.
I’m not sure considering the NCAA gave Albany (non-power 5) a 2 seed despite a bad loss. One poster on laxpower suggested there’s an inherent bias against ladies teams with male coaches.

You are talking on the men's side vs women's side. Not a fair comparison.

We are talking about Stony Brook having the opportunity of playing every game at home all the way to the NCAA championship game. You know the NCAA won't make it THAT easy for non power-5 program even if they deserved the #1 or #2 seed. I don't think the sex of the coach has to do much with it.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 07, 2018, 05:02:45 pm
Yep, predictably, we got screwed over again by the committee. They just don't respect anybody not in the P5 (even though JMU got the 3 seed, the hell....). It would help to get out of the AE and at least get into the CAA for everything and get the perception bump that comes with that. Damn Hofstra...

On the bright side, the final four is going to be right here at Lavalle, and even as the top seed, we'd be playing a very tough one loss team anyway, so effectively this doesn't really matter too much. Let's just win out and get that national title on our home field. BC, Maryland, JMU, UNC.... all very good teams, so I don't necessarily think we'd have dodged a bullet by getting a higher seed.

The AE conference is the kiss of death. I've been preaching that for years and a few on this board always disagree. Well people. The proof is in the putting. SBWL got hosed because of this conference.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: OldSeawolf on May 07, 2018, 05:28:31 pm
Pardon my ignorance here, but how are you ranked # 1 in the official national poll all year, going undefeated, and come out with a #5 seed nationally in the playoffs?   Makes zero sense at all.  If they were undefeated all season, but ranked #5 nationally due to strength of schedule, that would be understandable.  But this?  Who are these morons who put the seedings together?

On a positive note, if I'm Stony Brook, I'm pissed as all hell, and I would use this to fuel motivation throughout the tournament.  Lots of pressure being # 1 and going undefeated heading into a Tournament, but to be slapped and reduced to a # 5 after the historic season they've had.....well, that might be ingredient needed to forget the pressure of being # 1 all year, and kick everyone's ass in the Tournament.

Good luck ladies; make SBU proud!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 07, 2018, 05:41:14 pm
see the link i posted above about the human element.  the cmte admits they arent necessarily allowed to "eyeball" the selections.  and the polls arent necessarily factored in.  the polls are what the pollsters think are the rankings.  the RPI is done by CPU and that's what (mostly) drives the seedings.

that, and other factors.  for example- see geography.  see the men's side where bobby mo was TEN slots of RPI in front of richmond, and yet bobby mo gets the play in game.  why?  there's a 400 mile rule in place.  it's why denver goes to ND.  it's why cornell plays at syracuse.  it's why UVa plays at loyola.  they can only do so many 400+ mile flights.

also keep in mind one minor difference- the women's game has a larger field (27) and more teams and a larger presence in the midwest and west coast (south too).  therefore, QF sites are scattered better.  whereas the men's side, most of it is the 95 corridor.  thus, north is hofstra, south is navy.  and so your top 4 seeds might get the advantage of being near those sites (or, if hosting, a home game!). 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: OldSeawolf on May 07, 2018, 06:06:06 pm
Good article; I should have read it before posting.  I didn’t realize that they were a #6 in RPI and a mid-30’s in strength of schedule. Puts a different perspective on it.

However, it really devalues the meaning of the season poll.

Assuming a round of 16 win, that BC game on the road could be a real thorn in their side. That difference between being a #4 and a #5 could turn out to be huge.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 07, 2018, 06:14:19 pm
yes.  and i echoed the earlier comment- we have to go on the road, that's really the worst of it.

if we didnt follow a blind computer, i guess then you'd have the problem you had 10 years ago with the BCS in 1A football; too much human element deciding who can play.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: OldSeawolf on May 07, 2018, 06:34:16 pm
So what’s the moral of the story: stick to the computer algorithms entirely and get rid of the meaningless polls then, since they supersede the polls by far in overall level of importance anyway.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on May 07, 2018, 11:26:04 pm
see the link i posted above about the human element.  the cmte admits they arent necessarily allowed to "eyeball" the selections.  and the polls arent necessarily factored in.  the polls are what the pollsters think are the rankings.  the RPI is done by CPU and that's what (mostly) drives the seedings.

that, and other factors.  for example- see geography.  see the men's side where bobby mo was TEN slots of RPI in front of richmond, and yet bobby mo gets the play in game.  why?  there's a 400 mile rule in place.  it's why denver goes to ND.  it's why cornell plays at syracuse.  it's why UVa plays at loyola.  they can only do so many 400+ mile flights.

also keep in mind one minor difference- the women's game has a larger field (27) and more teams and a larger presence in the midwest and west coast (south too).  therefore, QF sites are scattered better.  whereas the men's side, most of it is the 95 corridor.  thus, north is hofstra, south is navy.  and so your top 4 seeds might get the advantage of being near those sites (or, if hosting, a home game!).

I get it that schools want to save on travel costs, but this is postseason play with national championships on the line. They do this non-sense in the FCS playoffs too. Give one team a harder bracket just because they're closer to another team.

Looking at the teams that are in on the men's side: UVA, Notre Dame, Syracuse, Cornell, Denver..... none of those schools are hurting for money I can tell you that much. If damn Chicago St. can afford to fly their teams all over the country for WAC basketball when the state of Illinois didn't even give them a budget... I think most well funded D1 programs could afford another flight or two, just a thought.



The AE conference is the kiss of death. I've been preaching that for years and a few on this board always disagree. Well people. The proof is in the putting. SBWL got hosed because of this conference.

True, but Hofstra has been blocking us from the CAA forever. Maybe if we win the national title, it could be enough of a catalyst to get the rest of the league to add us for all sports. It'd be the cherry on top of what we already offer.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 08, 2018, 04:57:39 am
see the link i posted above about the human element.  the cmte admits they arent necessarily allowed to "eyeball" the selections.  and the polls arent necessarily factored in.  the polls are what the pollsters think are the rankings.  the RPI is done by CPU and that's what (mostly) drives the seedings.

that, and other factors.  for example- see geography.  see the men's side where bobby mo was TEN slots of RPI in front of richmond, and yet bobby mo gets the play in game.  why?  there's a 400 mile rule in place.  it's why denver goes to ND.  it's why cornell plays at syracuse.  it's why UVa plays at loyola.  they can only do so many 400+ mile flights.

also keep in mind one minor difference- the women's game has a larger field (27) and more teams and a larger presence in the midwest and west coast (south too).  therefore, QF sites are scattered better.  whereas the men's side, most of it is the 95 corridor.  thus, north is hofstra, south is navy.  and so your top 4 seeds might get the advantage of being near those sites (or, if hosting, a home game!).

I get it that schools want to save on travel costs, but this is postseason play with national championships on the line. They do this non-sense in the FCS playoffs too. Give one team a harder bracket just because they're closer to another team.

Looking at the teams that are in on the men's side: UVA, Notre Dame, Syracuse, Cornell, Denver..... none of those schools are hurting for money I can tell you that much. If damn Chicago St. can afford to fly their teams all over the country for WAC basketball when the state of Illinois didn't even give them a budget... I think most well funded D1 programs could afford another flight or two, just a thought.



The AE conference is the kiss of death. I've been preaching that for years and a few on this board always disagree. Well people. The proof is in the putting. SBWL got hosed because of this conference.

True, but Hofstra has been blocking us from the CAA forever. Maybe if we win the national title, it could be enough of a catalyst to get the rest of the league to add us for all sports. It'd be the cherry on top of what we already offer.

I dont know for sure if Hofstra still has us on their $hit list ever since Heilbron came on board, thanks Jim Fiore, We are open to all sports again, so I'd imagine we could join the CAA if asked..
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 08, 2018, 08:32:22 am
see the link i posted above about the human element.  the cmte admits they arent necessarily allowed to "eyeball" the selections.  and the polls arent necessarily factored in.  the polls are what the pollsters think are the rankings.  the RPI is done by CPU and that's what (mostly) drives the seedings.

that, and other factors.  for example- see geography.  see the men's side where bobby mo was TEN slots of RPI in front of richmond, and yet bobby mo gets the play in game.  why?  there's a 400 mile rule in place.  it's why denver goes to ND.  it's why cornell plays at syracuse.  it's why UVa plays at loyola.  they can only do so many 400+ mile flights.

also keep in mind one minor difference- the women's game has a larger field (27) and more teams and a larger presence in the midwest and west coast (south too).  therefore, QF sites are scattered better.  whereas the men's side, most of it is the 95 corridor.  thus, north is hofstra, south is navy.  and so your top 4 seeds might get the advantage of being near those sites (or, if hosting, a home game!).

I get it that schools want to save on travel costs, but this is postseason play with national championships on the line. They do this non-sense in the FCS playoffs too. Give one team a harder bracket just because they're closer to another team.

Looking at the teams that are in on the men's side: UVA, Notre Dame, Syracuse, Cornell, Denver..... none of those schools are hurting for money I can tell you that much. If damn Chicago St. can afford to fly their teams all over the country for WAC basketball when the state of Illinois didn't even give them a budget... I think most well funded D1 programs could afford another flight or two, just a thought.



The AE conference is the kiss of death. I've been preaching that for years and a few on this board always disagree. Well people. The proof is in the putting. SBWL got hosed because of this conference.

True, but Hofstra has been blocking us from the CAA forever. Maybe if we win the national title, it could be enough of a catalyst to get the rest of the league to add us for all sports. It'd be the cherry on top of what we already offer.

is it the schools, or the n$aa that are paying???  i ask because im really not sure.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 08, 2018, 11:45:14 am
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/snubs-surprises-why-stony-brook-is-a-no-5-seed-and-more-from-women-s-ncaa-di-bracket/52199

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Here's what I was surprised most about:

-The committee dropped the Seawolves THIS low. Stony Brook boasts wins over USC, Stanford, Denver, Northwestern, Towson, Johns Hopkins and Penn State—all but one are NCAA Tournament teams this year.

-The committee seemingly didn't take into consideration losses as much as "quality" wins (i.e. North Carolina's 3 vs. a combined 3 between BC, JMU, MD & SB; more on that below.)

-Stony Brook being an America East team hurt them as much as it did. While I understand RPI and what goes into factoring these rankings, I think it's somewhat antiquated and not in-tune with this sport's growth. It's fantastic that teams from nontraditional power conferences are making waves in the DI ranks, but often these teams are punished when it comes to seeding in this tournament. I also think this hurt teams out west, namely Stanford.

-The national polls didn't mean anything. Hey, I get it. They rarely ever do in this conversation annually. But when an expert poll—especially that of the IWLCA Poll, comprised solely of voters that are college coaches, playing these teams week-in and week-out—has been voting a single team as the nation's top for the majority of the season, I think that says something.

So to close this one out, because of RPI and quality wins I didn't think that the NCAA would reward Stony Brook with the No. 1 seed... but I did think they'd be in the No. 2-4 discussion, with a potential to host in the quarterfinals.

I think Boston College at No. 4 is the biggest snub of the bracket, with I suppose Stony Brook at No. 5 as the second biggest.

Should BC and Stony Brook advance, it's also crazy to think that the two teams that have been receiving the most first place votes this spring—outside of maybe only Maryland—won't even be meeting in a Final Four setting.

For what it's worth, here's how I would've seeded the top five:
1. Maryland, No. 2 Stony Brook, No. 3 Boston College, No. 4 James Madison, No. 5 UNC

You know who else are quality wins? Notre Dame, Navy, USC, UNC, Dartmouth, Duke, Northwestern, Denver, Syracuse, Virginia—all teams that Boston College and Stony Brook recorded wins over this season.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 08, 2018, 11:46:47 am
#1 in the final poll, nearly unanimous

https://www.iwlca.org/news_article/show/915377
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 08, 2018, 11:48:20 am
ohlmiller selected first in the draft: https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-tuesday-may-8

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And on the women's side, the Women's Professional Lacrosse League held its inaugural draft last night. With the first pick, the New York Fight selected Stony Brook's Kylie Ohlmiller.

With the first overall pick of #WPLLCollegeDraft18, the @NY_Fight select attacker Kylie Ohlmiller from @StonyBrookWLAX! See the full draft show here: https://t.co/OhWZ5vhllx pic.twitter.com/iRimtz0A1B

— WPLL (@prowomenslax) May 8, 2018


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10. New York Fight: Courtney Murphy, A, Stony Brook
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 08, 2018, 05:44:12 pm
WOMEN'S LACROSSE: Was Stony Brook Snubbed by NCAA Selection Committee?
https://herosports.com/lacrosse/womens-lax-was-stony-brook-snubbed-by-ncaa-selection-committee-cici

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Stony Brook led both polls for most of the season, but won't have home field advantage through the quarterfinals. What gives?

From this data, it seems that the strongest indicator of seeding at the top was a team’s record against other tournament teams. It’s almost a straight linear pattern from the top down: Maryland won 12 of 13; North Carolina won 9 of 12; Madison won 8 of 9. Predictably, things get stickier when you consider Boston College and Stony Brook both played six apiece, with the Seawolves winning all six and the Eagles winning five.

I imagine the committee is prepared to argue that Boston College was undefeated until very recently, when it lost in the ACC tournament championship game to North Carolina. Clearly, the major difference between profiles is Boston College’s ACC Schedule (Average Opponent RPI: 23) held up against Stony Brook’s America East Schedule (Average Opponent RPI: 80).

Bottom line? The résumé differences between Stony Brook and Boston College are so paper-thin that either team would be a defensible selection for the No. 4 seed. Despite what the polls might say, it’s hard to sell Stony Brook’s No. 5 seed as an outright snub. If anyone has a right to complain here, it’s a No. 6 Florida team with more marquee wins than both of the two teams seeded immediately above it.


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Stony Brook got a little unlucky with how some of its non-conference opponents turned out, but it still could have been more aggressive in its scheduling. Replacing a CAA opponent like Delaware with a nearby ACC school like Syracuse might be the extra bump it could have needed to pass BC.

Albany, the America East’s second-best team, did not come close to making this bracket as an at-large selection. Its RPI was 48.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 08, 2018, 05:46:14 pm
Women’s Lacrosse assigned number five seed for NCAA Tournament
http://www.sbstatesman.com/2018/05/08/womens-lacrosse-assigned-number-five-seed-for-ncaa-tournament/

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Stony Brook, which received all 23 number one votes this past weekend and most recently won the America East Championship for a sixth straight season, is seeded below Maryland, North Carolina, James Madison and Boston College, which were awarded the No. 1, No. 2, No. 3 and No. 4 seeds, respectively.

Stony Brook has had its fair share of underseeding in the past, specifically last season. The Seawolves were going to be ranked seventh in last year’s poll, but were relegated to a No. 8 seed. The team went on to face Maryland in the quarterfinals and lost in the final minutes.

I mean, we have the number one non-conference [Rating Percentage Index] in the country,” Spallina said. “That’s got to be worth something. If we aren’t number one, what they’re basically saying is if you’re not in the Big 10, if you’re not in the ACC, you can’t be a one or two, maybe even a three or a four. So they’re going to have to look at themselves in the mirror and figure it out. I would just hope that just because we aren’t a power five conference, that we get the respect that we deserve.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on May 09, 2018, 12:35:15 pm
The Cartel Five don't want the little guy winning or even having a chance. I say let's win it all on our home field and shut all the naysayers up. It's criminal what the committee has been allowed to get away with.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 09, 2018, 01:05:54 pm
The seeding criteria are bogus. It's based largely on RPI and strength of schedule as separate factors. Guess what...that's double counting.  RPI already is based on SOS. They're essentially counting SOS twice. Of course the Power 5 teams benefit most from this double counting.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 09, 2018, 01:21:41 pm
yes and ill add- over the past 10 years, on the men's side and the women's side, they figured out that if you are in a good conference, simply add a tournament (some didnt have them).  that way you get 1-2 more games in to boost your RPI, even if you lose.

even the IVY followed and added a tournament. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 11, 2018, 08:56:02 am
tewey finalists revealed: https://www.ncaa.com/news/lacrosse-men/article/2018-05-10/ncaa-lacrosse-tewaaraton-award-finalists-announced-2018-season


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STUDENT-ATHLETE   SCHOOL   YEAR   POSITION
Sam Apuzzo   Boston College   Junior   Attack
Kristen Gaudian   James Madison   Senior   Attack
Marie McCool   North Carolina   Senior   Midfield
Kylie Ohlmiller   Stony Brook   Senior   Attack
Megan Whittle   Maryland           Senior   Attack
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 11, 2018, 12:38:19 pm
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/the-2018-tewaaraton-finalists-have-been-announced/52242

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Stony Brook senior attacker Kylie Ohlmiller ​continues her record-breaking trajectory, surpassing Tewaaraton winners Jen Adams and Hannah Nielsen, respectively, to become the NCAA Division I all-time leader in career points (478) and assists (240). Ohlmiller paced the Seawolves’ second-ranked offense with 145 points, 7.63 points per game and 64 assists, all good for tops in the nation for the regular season. She propelled Stony Brook to an undefeated 19-0 record, a sixth consecutive America East Championship and the No. 5 seed in the NCAA Tournament. The Islip, N.Y., native netted her second consecutive America East Offensive Player of the Year award, third America East Championship Most Outstanding Player recognition and was named to the all-conference first team for the fourth time. Ohlmiller is a finalist for the second time and would be the Seawolves’ first Tewaaraton winner.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 11, 2018, 12:39:53 pm
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/breaking-down-the-di-bracket-pt-2-college-park-boston-stony-brook-baltimore/52246

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And waiting for one of them is a Stony Brook team with plenty of motivation to prove why it deserved better than the 5-seed.  The Seawolves have averaged 18.26 goals per game, 2nd in DI only to Jacksonville, including scoring at least 20 goals nine times.  A trio of 100-point scorers on the team, Kylie Ohlmiller, Courtney Murphy and Taryn Ohlmiller, have a combined 369 points.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 13, 2018, 01:00:40 pm
SB dominant so far in this one. I had to turn the volume off on the live video feed. The monotone voice of whoever is in the booth today  is brutal. Can we get some enthusiasm or even just some analysis? Ah c”mon.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 13, 2018, 03:08:42 pm
SB dominant so far in this one. I had to turn the volume off on the live video feed. The monotone voice of whoever is in the booth today  is brutal. Can we get some enthusiasm or even just some analysis? Ah c”mon.

LOL. I felt the same as you. They need to do a better job with that
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 13, 2018, 03:19:30 pm
WOW. What a beating of Penn today! These ladies are the real deal. 18-5 victory today @ LaValle. As expected. Stony Brook @ Boston College next!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Wolffan on May 13, 2018, 04:04:29 pm
Not nearly as close as the final 18-5 margin over UPenn might indicate. We sat our stars with about 9 minutes left up 18-2 and definitely went into a  offensive slowdown. Good sportsmanship and doubtlessly BC knows what is heading their way.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Wolfie_MD on May 13, 2018, 05:49:55 pm
Hopefully Taryn is OK- looking forward to what should be a great game against BC.

Seawolves win and they are coming back home which should be huge. Use the committee's disrespect as continued motivation.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 13, 2018, 07:15:01 pm
Lindy- youre subtleties are not lost on me.  i miss you
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 14, 2018, 11:00:59 am
updated bracket: https://www.ncaa.com/interactive-bracket/lacrosse-women/d1
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 14, 2018, 11:38:56 am
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/sunday-post-individual-performances-headline-first-second-rounds/52281

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No. 4 Boston College vs. No. 5 Stony Brook (Saturday, May 19 in Newton, Mass. at 1 p.m.)

BC cruised to its 20th straight win, 16-10, over Princeton—it was the first time the pair of programs had squared off against one another.
Stony Brook improved to 20-0 over Penn, 18-5, in the most dominant performance we’ve seen thus far in the NCAA Tournament and moves to 6-5 all-time in NCAA Tournament history.


COURTNEY MURPHY’S TEWAARATON RESPONSE
On Thursday evening, the 2018 Tewaaraton finalists were announced, and the name tossed around the most in the “snub” discussion was Courtney Murphy’s. Murphy, who was in contention for the 2016 finalist discussion and redshirted last year due to an ACL tear, opened the NCAA Tournament with an offensive tear vs. Penn. She posted a game-high nine points on a game-high six goals and game-high three assists.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 14, 2018, 11:42:13 am
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/slideshow/staff-debate-2018-wdi-national-champion/69?slide=0

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I don’t know how you can see this field and not pick the Seawolves. I feel rage for this team unlike any team in the men’s bracket. Straight up disrespect. Let me tell you what winners do with disrespect: They use it to fuel their progress. They raise that rage monster all day in a musty cage until it’s time to let it out onto the field. This is Stony Brook’s time. WE ARE ALL OHLMILLERS!Dave Anderson

Stony Brook is used to bracket controversy, and this year’s five spot raised eyebrows. But there’s a difference in the current mindset: SBU doesn’t care. The Seawolves don’t intend to watch someone else celebrate on their home field. NCAA all-time leading goal scorer Courtney Murphy didn’t swap a job on Wall Street for a fifth year just to break a record, and Kylie Ohlmiller has never met a big moment she didn’t like. Watch out. Dave Anderson

19-0. #1 in all polls for most of the year. #5 seed in the NCAA tournament (somehow). Championship weekend in their home stadium. Kylie Ohlmiller and Courtney Murphy’s senior year. Their last chance to prove that Stony Brook is a top, possibly the top team. Stony Brook has more motivation than a team could possibly need and the talent to make the tall task that is their road to an NCAA championship possible.Dave Anderson

With the women’s Final Four and championship at Stony Brook and the dominance they’ve displayed throughout the season, it’s definitely the year for the Seawolves. The team plays fast, hard, and together, and that combination with the skill they have will be tough to beat for any opponent. Dave Anderson


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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 14, 2018, 11:48:16 am
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-monday-may-14

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Stony Brook, controversially dealt the No. 5 seed, appeared to vent its frustration in an 18-5 blowout of Penn and now will hit the road to play at No. 4 seed Boston College, which demonstrated its depth in a 16-10 win over Princeton — which was bounced from the tournament two days after defeating Syracuse in overtime.

NCAA quarterfinal matchups: Navy at No. 1 Maryland, Northwestern at No. 2 North Carolina, No. 6 Florida at No. 3 James Madison and No. 5 Stony Brook at No. 4 Boston College.


https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/stony-brook-suffocates-penn-gets-ready-to-hit-road

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STONY BROOK SUFFOCATES PENN, GETS READY TO HIT ROAD

Spallina has insisted time and again that defense is what has driven the Seawolves to new heights with each passing year of his seven-year tenure. The goals are sometimes flashy, but the defense is often suffocating, and it reaffirmed its dominance Sunday afternoon.

Hosting the second round of the NCAA tournament, fifth-seeded Stony Brook throttled Penn, 18-5, behind Murphy’s nine points (six goals, three assists) and a defense that held the Quakers to just 18 shots.

One of the few zone defenses in the nation, Stony Brook thrives when it’s cutting off passing lanes and playing aggressively. The starting unit of Carolyn Carrera, Mackenzie Burns, Carlee Janelli and Brooke Gubitosi excelled in front of Anna Tesoriero, who made nine saves.

Throw in the first-half defense of Ally Kennedy and Samantha DiSalvo, and the Seawolves held a team riding the high of a 15-14 overtime win over Penn State in the first round Friday night to just two first-half goals.

“I’m fired up about it,” Spallina said. “We did a really good job of making them extremely uncomfortable, and that’s really when our defense is at our best … The biggest thing is making them do what we want them to do as opposed to them dictating where the ball’s going.”

Penn coach Karin Brower Corbett praised Stony Brook, agreeing with the general consensus that Stony Brook was seeded too low.

“As I said before, I think that they should have been a higher seed. I had never seen them live, and they are impressive,” Corbett said. “I think their strength is their shooting. They’re very good shooters, and I think their basic skills are great. They play at a high pace, and they have a lot of threats on the attack. Their defense is obviously good, kept us to not many goals. We were open some on the inside, and we have to catch and finish. I don’t think we did that well today.”

“If you’re going to write our story, it would not be that Stony Brook’s going to be home the whole playoffs,” he said. “There’s going to be some kind of adversity … We’re going to go to BC, but we’ll be back here in two weeks, sitting in the same seats, happy again.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 14, 2018, 11:54:58 am
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/ncaa-womens-lacrosse-tournament-stony-brook-penn-1.18531147

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Stony Brook women rout Penn in second round of NCAA Tournament

Although this wasn’t another run-of-the-mill matchup against an overmatched America East team, the Stony Brook women’s lacrosse team still asserted its standing as one of the nation’s best. Hosting the second round of the NCAA Tournament, the fifth-seeded Seawolves (20-0) defeated Penn, 18-5, Sunday to advance to Saturday’s quarterfinal at fourth-seeded Boston College. (Credit: Newsday / Casey Musarra)


Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 14, 2018, 12:01:02 pm
http://www.espn.com/espnw/sports/article/23463824/kylie-ohlmiller-courtney-murphy-look-lead-stony-brook-seawolves-lacrosse-national-title

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Record books rewritten, senior duo now looks to send Stony Brook into history books

Kylie Ohlmiller wanted an autograph; Courtney Murphy searched for an empty seat. They were two Long Island high school kids marveling at the buzz on that May evening in 2012 when 7,000-plus packed LaValle Stadium on the campus of Stony Brook to watch Northwestern prevail over Syracuse for its seventh lacrosse national championship in eight years.

Six years later, Murphy and Ohlmiller, both under-the-radar recruits for coach Joe Spallina, have lifted Stony Brook to unprecedented heights. While each has her name in the NCAA record book -- Murphy is the all-time leader in goals; Ohlmiller is No. 1 in career points and assists -- Stony Brook is a national player, too.

The 5-foot-3 attacker is a dynamic playmaker who has a flair for trickery. She leads the nation in points with 145 (81 goals, 64 assists). Her No. 17 jersey is a best seller among little girl lacrosse rats, who line up after games for her signature. She even has her own bobblehead -- a first for any female athlete at Stony Brook.

Spallina dubs her "the best player on the planet," and now she'll look to lead this Stony Brook team to a galaxy that's been home to only North Carolina, Maryland and Northwestern since 2005. The last team other than those three to win the national title was Virginia in 2004.

"When Coach Spallina recruited me, he sat at his desk and laid out the dreams I had for my college career that I didn't think were possible," Ohlmiller said. "He told me: 'You're going to do these things. We're going to do these things.' They're all coming true now. The only one left is a national championship."

Like 28 of the 33 women on this team, they come from the lacrosse-crazy hub of Long Island. And like many of their teammates, they were reticent to sign with a school that's a little too close to home. But Spallina convinced them Stony Brook had the potential for a dynasty, and maybe driving home for weekend dinner wasn't such a bad thing.

"If you look at a video of how lacrosse is supposed to be played," Spallina said, "you'd watch our offense."

Ohlmiller prefers to stretch her comfort zone, challenging herself constantly to improve her skills. Even after an 11-point game, she's in Spallina's office, eager to critique herself.

"She checks every box," he said. "She's the hardest worker. She's the most skilled. She cares the most. She's the last one in the locker room. After every home game, she's the last one signing autographs."

On bobblehead night, Stony Brook gave away 500, but Ohlmiller fielded requests for more, even from administrators at the school she had never met.

Both have promising futures. Murphy got a job at the financial services company a year later and will move to Manhattan this summer. Ohlmiller, drafted first by both professional leagues, plans to go into coaching.


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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 15, 2018, 08:40:17 pm
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-key-moments-2018-1.18558764

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Stony Brook women's lacrosse key moments in 2018
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 16, 2018, 08:13:14 am
http://www.espn.com/espnw/sports/article/23463824/kylie-ohlmiller-courtney-murphy-look-lead-stony-brook-seawolves-lacrosse-national-title

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Record books rewritten, senior duo now looks to send Stony Brook into history books

Kylie Ohlmiller wanted an autograph; Courtney Murphy searched for an empty seat. They were two Long Island high school kids marveling at the buzz on that May evening in 2012 when 7,000-plus packed LaValle Stadium on the campus of Stony Brook to watch Northwestern prevail over Syracuse for its seventh lacrosse national championship in eight years.

Six years later, Murphy and Ohlmiller, both under-the-radar recruits for coach Joe Spallina, have lifted Stony Brook to unprecedented heights. While each has her name in the NCAA record book -- Murphy is the all-time leader in goals; Ohlmiller is No. 1 in career points and assists -- Stony Brook is a national player, too.

The 5-foot-3 attacker is a dynamic playmaker who has a flair for trickery. She leads the nation in points with 145 (81 goals, 64 assists). Her No. 17 jersey is a best seller among little girl lacrosse rats, who line up after games for her signature. She even has her own bobblehead -- a first for any female athlete at Stony Brook.

Spallina dubs her "the best player on the planet," and now she'll look to lead this Stony Brook team to a galaxy that's been home to only North Carolina, Maryland and Northwestern since 2005. The last team other than those three to win the national title was Virginia in 2004.

"When Coach Spallina recruited me, he sat at his desk and laid out the dreams I had for my college career that I didn't think were possible," Ohlmiller said. "He told me: 'You're going to do these things. We're going to do these things.' They're all coming true now. The only one left is a national championship."

Like 28 of the 33 women on this team, they come from the lacrosse-crazy hub of Long Island. And like many of their teammates, they were reticent to sign with a school that's a little too close to home. But Spallina convinced them Stony Brook had the potential for a dynasty, and maybe driving home for weekend dinner wasn't such a bad thing.

"If you look at a video of how lacrosse is supposed to be played," Spallina said, "you'd watch our offense."

Ohlmiller prefers to stretch her comfort zone, challenging herself constantly to improve her skills. Even after an 11-point game, she's in Spallina's office, eager to critique herself.

"She checks every box," he said. "She's the hardest worker. She's the most skilled. She cares the most. She's the last one in the locker room. After every home game, she's the last one signing autographs."

On bobblehead night, Stony Brook gave away 500, but Ohlmiller fielded requests for more, even from administrators at the school she had never met.

Both have promising futures. Murphy got a job at the financial services company a year later and will move to Manhattan this summer. Ohlmiller, drafted first by both professional leagues, plans to go into coaching.


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Great read, thanks.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 16, 2018, 04:47:28 pm
sure.  what was that penalty count last year in the maryland game- 20 to 3???

http://network.laxpower.com/laxforum/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=63823&p=1593915#p1593915
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 17, 2018, 12:01:30 pm
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/stony-brook-getting-back-their-chip/52322

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Stony Brook: Getting Back Their Chip

Known for their uptempo, creative offensive play, the Seawolves have scored almost thrice their opponents with 365 goals — which has a lot to do with their significant sharing on offense, proven in their 231 assists. But what has made Stony Brook such a force this season is their ability to balance out both ends of the field, pushing the boundaries on offense while remaining airtight on defense and being able to shut off opponents. That’s how they’ve managed to only allow four teams to score 10 or more goals on them in a matchup, and that’s how they’ve stayed at No. 1 in the country for a majority of the season.

Spallina says what makes this group of seniors so special is their belief in the program. “These seniors came to Stony Brook when we were nobody. They committed to Stony Brook when we were a vision and they’ve stayed the course and built something that is really special,” says Spallina.

And despite the decision, he thinks their seeding has had a positive impact on the team and has given them the chance to refocus on themselves. “I think it was the closest to us suffering a loss without losing a game, so it allowed us to get that little chip on our shoulder back,” explains Spallina. He says the team has had their best practices of the year since the selection draw, which has just added more fuel to their already intense fire. They’re in a great position now, they’re the “underdog” and everybody loves the chance at their own Cinderella story.


to me, there simply is not a better way to handle this situation than the way joe is.  bravo.

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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 17, 2018, 12:05:57 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-thursday-may-17

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2. Stony Brook, undefeated in the regular season but seeded fifth in the NCAA tournament, and Boston College, the second-to-last undefeated team, will meet in what could be the biggest game in Division I women’s lacrosse this season.

Come Saturday, two teams that felt slighted by the NCAA Selection Committee will battle for a final four spot — a game that seems fit for a championship. The buzz is already palpable surrounding Newton Campus Lacrosse Field.

For Boston College and coach Acacia Walker-Weinstein, it’s best to maintain a level head ahead of the biggest game of the Eagles’ slate thus far. Stony Brook and coach Joe Spallina are taking a different approach.

“We don’t run from the noise,” he said. “We embrace it. ... The mood is what you expect of a hungry group of people who feel disrespected.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 17, 2018, 12:17:05 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/hungry-boston-college-stony-brook-battle-in-potential-game-of-the-year

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HUNGRY BOSTON COLLEGE, STONY BROOK BATTLE IN POTENTIAL GAME OF THE YEAR

Spallina argued that Boston College was done wrong by the selection committee like his Seawolves.

“I think they got underseeded,” he said. “They got put in a crappy spot [as the No. 4 seed]. ... It’s a situation where you have two great teams that have major offensive firepower. We respect the hell out of them.”

Offensively, Stony Brook (18.3 goals per game) and Boston College (16 gpg) rank second and 11th, respectively. More impressively, the Seawolves boast the nation’s top defense (6.9 goals against per game) against the Eagles’ No. 7 ranked defense, which allows just 9.1 goals against per game.

Four of the nation’s top eight point scorers will be on the field at once – Stony Brook's Kylie Ohlmiller (7.6 ppg, 1st), Courtney Murphy (6.4 ppg, 2nd) and Taryn Ohlmiller (5.4 ppg, 8th) and Boston College's Sam Apuzzo (5.5 ppg, 6th).

For pure goal scoring, three of the top nine are featured – Murphy (4.7 gpg, 1st), Kylie Ohlmiller (4.3 gpg, 4th) and Apuzzo (3.81 gpg, 9th).

“We create situations and adversity [in practice],” Spallina said. “We try to make our kids tough. There’s a reason why we haven’t been in a one-goal game this year. ... They’re not nervous about playing in a close game. Our kids love pressure.”

Apuzzo ranks 12th nationally in draws per game and her counterpart, Keri McCarthy, ranks 10th. McCarthy’s improvement, along with Carolyn Carerra, has been the focus of Spallina’s team this year.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 17, 2018, 12:23:07 pm
https://www.collegecrosse.com/2018/5/15/17355042/kylie-ohlmiller-and-courtney-murphys-numbers-are-jaw-dropping-lacrosse

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Kylie Ohlmiller and Courtney Murphy’s numbers are jaw-dropping

Let’s just focus on this year for now. Ohlmiller and Murphy rank No. 1 and No. 2 in Division-I in points scored. Ohlmiller has 152 points (86 goals and 66 assists) while Murphy has 127 (93 goals and 34 assists).

Over her career, Ohlmiller now has a record 493 points, 48 clear of Jen Adams in second-place and 95 more than Hannah Nielsen, who was in third-place all-time before being passed by Murphy (now with 403) this past Sunday.

Before this season, only one player in the history of Division-I college lacrosse had ever recorded more than 400 points (Adams). Both Murphy and Ohlmiller have hit the mark this year and there is a high likelihood that Ohlmiller will reach 500 points either this weekend or next.

Murphy now holds the career goals record by a staggering 43 (now over Maryland’s Megan Whittle, also a senior this season). Ohlmiller holds the career assists record by 18. These players are now statistically running away from all-time greats.

Combined, they have 896 career points and 589 career goals. No pair of teammates playing their final season together have ever achieved anything CLOSE to that. The second-highest points total comes from Adams and her classmate Allison Comito (who ironically became the Stony Brook head coach from 2006 to 2011).

Ohlmiller and Murphy have combined for 589 career goals (and counting). The next best teammate total in D-I lacrosse history is 450 goals. Ohlmiller/Murphy is statistically the greatest scoring duo ever... by 30.9 percent.

Counterpoint: Kylie Ohlmiller has played seven games this season against teams that made the NCAA Tournament. She has 51 points (7.28 points per game) in those seven games, just off her 7.60 points-per-game clip overall.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 17, 2018, 12:28:16 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2018/5/15/womens-lacrosse-seven-seawolves-earn-division-i-all-ecac-honors.aspx

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Seven Seawolves Earn Division I All-ECAC Honors

The Seawolves earned two major awards, as Senior Kylie Ohlmiller (Islip, N.Y.) was named Offensive Player of the Year, while Joe Spallina was named Coach of the Year.

Ohlmiller is joined on the All-ECAC First Team by Taryn Ohlmiller (Islip, N.Y.), Brooke Gubitosi (East Northport, N.Y.) and Anna Tesoriero (Huntington, N.Y.), while Courtney Murphy (Shirley, N.Y.) and Ally Kennedy (North Babylon, N.Y.) were selected to the All-ECAC Second Team.

Stony Brook has now won 20-straight contests so far in 2018, outscoring opponents 365-137. The Seawolves currently rank No. 1 nationally in six major Division I team statistics: points per game (29.80), scoring margin (+11.40), assists per game (11.55), shot percentage (.546), turnovers per game (11.95), and team defense (6.85 goals-allowed per contest). The program bested No. 14 Penn, 18-5, in the second round of the NCAA Tournament this past weekend.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 18, 2018, 02:48:45 am
Must watch matchup this Saturday. I'll be watching via ESPN3 and wearing my SB hat with Pride. Letss goo ladies!!!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 18, 2018, 11:42:49 am
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/women-s-di-quarterfinal-preview-eight-teams-four-will-move-on/52325

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No. 4 Boston College vs. No. 5 Stony Brook
When: Saturday, May 19th at 1pm
Where to Watch: ESPN3
Last time: N/A
Key Players: Stony Brook - Kylie & Taryn Ohlmiller, Courtney Murphy; BC - Sam Apuzzo, Dempsey Arsenault, Kaileen Hart
Key Matchup: BC’s Attack vs. Stony Brook’s Defense
My pick: Stony Brook

It’s the matchup we’ve been waiting for all season, the one we thought we’d have to wait until the championship to see. However, Stony Brook’s lower than anticipated seed pushed this matchup to the quarterfinals. This seeding is putting yet another chip on Stony Brook’s shoulders to get to play back in La Valle Stadium for the championship. We’ll also get to see two Tewaraaton finalists go head to head, with Kylie Ohlmiller (86G, 66A) and Sam Apuzzo (80G, 35A, 138 DC).

Stony Brook is my pick in this one, not only is their attack on fire, featuring the second ranked scoring offense in the country, but the Seawolves also lead the country in scoring defense. Additionally, only one of these teams has been defeated this season, with Boston College losing to North Carolina in the ACC championship. The BC defense also struggles with fast breaks and covering cutters, and facing a team like Stony Brook that moves the ball fast and does it well, this poses problems for the Eagles.

A key for Boston College will be coming into this one confident from the start. The Eagles started off a little shaky against Princeton, but once they got into the groove their offense came together despite a faceguard on Sam Apuzzo. If we see this again, expect Dempsey Arsenault (56G, 32A), Kaileen Hart (51G, 27A), Tess Chandler (41G, 1A), and Emma Schurr (21G, 12A) to step up on the attack. The Stony Brook defense faces a high-paced offense everyday in practice, we’ll see if they can handle what the Eagles throw at them. Look for Brooke Gubitosi (31CT), Samantha DiSalvo (18CT), and goalie Anna Tesoriero (49.8% SA) to drive the Seawolves defensive efforts.

If Boston College wants to stay in this one, the Eagles defense is going to have to step up their game. They’ll look to Carly Bell (16CT), Hannah Hyatt (16CT), Elizabeth Miller (15CT), and goalie Lauren Daly (43.6% SA) to come up big. Stony Brook is led by Kylie Ohlmiller, Courtney Murphy (93G, 34A), Taryn Ohlmiller (52G, 55A), and Ally Kennedy (43G, 21A). Taryn Ohlmiller left the Penn game with a lower body injury, but hopefully we see her out there this weekend.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 18, 2018, 11:28:39 pm
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-1.18569686
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on May 19, 2018, 11:55:54 am
Today is the day and the game starts in just over an hour. I"ll be here watching. Only the second women's LAX game I've ever watched, but this team is special. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 19, 2018, 12:46:06 pm
notes and links https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2018/5/15/womens-lacrosse-stony-brook-travels-to-boston-college-for-ncaa-tournament-quarterfinal-showdown-on-saturday.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 19, 2018, 01:45:06 pm
5-5 just before half.  apparently navy is up 10-9 on maryland.

i said it earlier this year- kennedy is an absolute monster, a complete midfielder.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 19, 2018, 01:59:11 pm
7-6 SB at half.  it should be 11-7 BC, but teso made 5 improbable doorstep saves.  maryland tied with to navy with 10min left. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on May 19, 2018, 02:02:14 pm
Rough start had me worried for a bit, but we do what great teams do, don't panic. Up 7-6 going into the half which is fantastic. I'm finding this way more entertaining than I thought it would be  ;D

Navy and Maryland are tied up 14-14 right now. It'd be HUGE if Navy could take down UMD. If we can get out of BC with a win, I'd much rather play Navy than Maryland at home.

As the announcer said at the half, this should be the national championship game, not a quarterfinal match-up.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: OldSeawolf on May 19, 2018, 02:07:47 pm
Disclaimer: I know nothing about Lacrosse.

Well, IMO SBU lucky to have 7-6 lead at the half, and this has to be demoralizing to BC, after being up 4-1.  I think BC is faster than SBU, and have beaten them to the ball much more often, particularly during the mid-field "face-off" (probably wrong term).  But, some nice resilience by SBU, and some really good D the last 5-6 minutes of 1st half.

Some stupid comments from me:  I think 90-second possessions are too long (I think it should be 60 seconds), and these "free shots" (again, wrong terminology I'm sure), are given by refs way to frequently, IMO.

Go SBU!  Let's finish it off in the 2nd half!

P.S.  If a player gets 2 Yellow Cards in a game, are they ejected from the game?
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on May 19, 2018, 02:28:57 pm
Our ladies have  met their match . BC is good and our girls need to try and pull away . We are up 9-8 now but need to get more draw controls and control the tempo of the game more.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 19, 2018, 02:42:38 pm
oldie- if you hadnt told us you dont know the sport, no one wouldve known!

teso is killing BC especially on the free position shots (which yes, im not a huge fan of and is constant discussion in the sport).

i think two yellows are out for the game (possibly next?), not sure. GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on May 19, 2018, 02:42:51 pm
I don't get this free position thing, but hey, we're still up 2 right now.

I'll say this though, this flows much more smoothly with less interruption than your typical basketball game where it's whistle whistle whistle every 5 seconds making it unwatchable.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on May 19, 2018, 02:43:43 pm
Either we are playing very sloppy or  we are the victims of some home cooking by the refs. Too many fouls even though we lead for the moment .
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on May 19, 2018, 02:50:28 pm
We're down two players?? What  >:( >:(
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on May 19, 2018, 02:55:28 pm
They keep playing the way they are now they will lose this one rather quickly . Very sloppy too many fouls and missed draw controls . BC is starting to dominate us
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on May 19, 2018, 03:09:06 pm
This is a complete meltdown.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 19, 2018, 03:11:29 pm
daly makes a great save on ohlmiller with 1 sec left.  OT
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on May 19, 2018, 03:11:44 pm
83 seconds to go and all tied but BC has possession
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 19, 2018, 03:12:30 pm
What a game so far. OMG. nerve wracking

C'mon ladies. Get over the hump!! 11-11 after end of regulation
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Wolffan on May 19, 2018, 03:20:33 pm
The announcers on ESPN3 don't seem to realize we are missing Taryn Ohlmiller...that might explain a few things with our offense.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 19, 2018, 03:25:17 pm
end of 1st OT. GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on May 19, 2018, 03:26:57 pm
WE continue to hang in  . What a struggle.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 19, 2018, 03:27:54 pm
and we lose.  good season ladies, thanks.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 19, 2018, 03:28:41 pm
Oh man. I don't like this. This is tough to watch.

So sad to see it end like this.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Wolfie_MD on May 19, 2018, 03:29:22 pm
Great season, really tough loss. These may be the best 2 teams in the country.

Just crazy how they couldn't score a goal for the last 21 minutes of this game.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on May 19, 2018, 03:30:09 pm
  Not much to say . Wait till next year
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Wolfie_MD on May 19, 2018, 03:34:06 pm
BC just kept running that same play at the end of the game and the defense didn't adapt- lob the ball up to their 6 footer from behind the net.

Like I said great season but this team is going to be very different next year.

This wouldn't sting as bad if the next two rounds were being played at Lavalle.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 19, 2018, 03:39:54 pm
That is just a heartbreaker of a loss. Hurts.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: OldSeawolf on May 19, 2018, 03:45:45 pm
Very tough loss. To me, the difference in the game was the inability to win drawer controls.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Wolffan on May 19, 2018, 04:17:07 pm
Tough seed (5) meant a trip on the road.

Losing Taryn Ohlmiller (key playmaker, top-10 scorer in the US with over 100-points) for the entire game proved impossible to overcome.

Draw control was a bit of an issue (credit BC on this one).

As another poster noted, next year's team will be very different...but IMHO very good as Joe tends to reload (plus Taryn, our goalie, and others return)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 19, 2018, 04:32:29 pm
we were a bit sloppy, most of the day.  we werent leading into the half and a few min coming out of the halftime. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on May 19, 2018, 05:54:43 pm
I turned off the screen the second the final goal went in, so I didn't see all the postgame BS. When did we lose Ohlmiller??

And yep, final rounds at our home field and we're not even in it. I'm seriously pissed off. Though I don't think the game being here would have made a difference at that point.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 19, 2018, 07:32:39 pm
we were a bit sloppy, most of the day.  we werent leading into the half and a few min coming out of the halftime.

Draw control was another serious problem. BC had some very tall players catching the jump ball at every face off..
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on May 19, 2018, 09:07:53 pm
we were a bit sloppy, most of the day.  we werent leading into the half and a few min coming out of the halftime.

Draw control was another serious problem. BC had some very tall players catching the jump ball at every face off..

Exactly. I can't say we have a recruiting problem when we were 20-0 and #1 all year, but having that kind of size would be beneficial in games like this. I guess as in other sports, recruits see we have a great program, but then look at the conference we're in and decide to go elsewhere.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chrissy D. on May 19, 2018, 09:21:33 pm
 Spallina has no problem recruiting. Team lost a game by a goal in double OT. Conf has nothing to do with. BC played a bit better today. Albany mens lax has no problem recruiting either. The common theme there is that both programs have coaches that kids want to play for. The CAA in lax will not make one bit of difference in recruiting.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 20, 2018, 06:44:30 am
we were a bit sloppy, most of the day.  we werent leading into the half and a few min coming out of the halftime.

Draw control was another serious problem. BC had some very tall players catching the jump ball at every face off..

Exactly. I can't say we have a recruiting problem when we were 20-0 and #1 all year, but having that kind of size would be beneficial in games like this. I guess as in other sports, recruits see we have a great program, but then look at the conference we're in and decide to go elsewhere.

I agree. Tho Chrissy makes a good point about UA and SB not having a problem recruiting great athletes, I still think if SB was in a better conference our RPI would have been  better and SB probably would have gotten home field advantage through out the playoffs.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 20, 2018, 06:52:31 am
Spallina has no problem recruiting. Team lost a game by a goal in double OT. Conf has nothing to do with. BC played a bit better today. Albany mens lax has no problem recruiting either. The common theme there is that both programs have coaches that kids want to play for. The CAA in lax will not make one bit of difference in recruiting.

This is true Chrissy, but you cant tell me for one second that SB didn't  got the raw end of the stick in seeding because of the AE conference. Every article I have read this week said SB was seeded 5th because of this conference. So bottom line. If SB girls Lax played in the CAA conference this year, with a perfect record, there is no doubt they would have gotten a better seed and BC would have played at LaValle stadium, and probably would have won this game..

P.S. Dont be shocked if the girls Lax get an invite into the Big10 after this season.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Wolfie_MD on May 20, 2018, 09:36:53 am
Recruiting will not be an issue for Joe- he's built these teams on under-recruited Long Island talent. With how good the brand has become, you will be seeing elite level LI talent staying at home. He just seems like an amazing coach to play for.

With regards to the conference situation, yes Stony Brook would have probably been seeded higher as an undefeated CAA team. If they were undefeated in the ACC or Big 10 the same would be the case. What I dislike about these hypotheticals is that there is no guarantee that they would have been undefeated in those conferences. Part of the reason they were undefeated is they played in the AE.

The AE makes geographic sense and budget wise for the university. I'm not holding my breath for a conference move. With continued aggressive OOC games, the seeding will be better. They key will be adding some ACC teams to their schedule IMHO- beating Northwestern/Stanford/USC etc. didn't carry the weight that it needed.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: OldSeawolf on May 20, 2018, 10:05:16 am
Recruiting will not be an issue for Joe- he's built these teams on under-recruited Long Island talent. With how good the brand has become, you will be seeing elite level LI talent staying at home. He just seems like an amazing coach to play for.

With regards to the conference situation, yes Stony Brook would have probably been seeded higher as an undefeated CAA team. If they were undefeated in the ACC or Big 10 the same would be the case. What I dislike about these hypotheticals is that there is no guarantee that they would have been undefeated in those conferences. Part of the reason they were undefeated is they played in the AE.

The AE makes geographic sense and budget wise for the university. I'm not holding my breath for a conference move. With continued aggressive OOC games, the seeding will be better. They key will be adding some ACC teams to their schedule IMHO- beating Northwestern/Stanford/USC etc. didn't carry the weight that it needed.

All good points.  What I think is paramount for SBU is to continue to build the local brand, and recruit heavily in the Long Island area - heck, we've got 3 million people who live out here.  Do as Spallina has done, and engage with the local kids.  This goes for all of our athletics programs.  We're the # 1 game in town for college athletics (clearly overtaken Hofstra, IMO) - let's keep our kids home!

Sure, it was disappointing to not get to the Final 4 here, but it is extremely difficult, regardless of seeding and venue, to win it all in these one-and-done tournaments, where everyone taking part in the Tournament is a force.  When the dust settles and disappointment dissipates, the women's LAX team will be able to hold their heads up high and revel in their season accomplishments.  Congrats to them on a great season that legitimately put SBU on the national map!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Wolffan on May 20, 2018, 12:06:04 pm
I turned off the screen the second the final goal went in, so I didn't see all the postgame BS. When did we lose Ohlmiller??

And yep, final rounds at our home field and we're not even in it. I'm seriously pissed off. Though I don't think the game being here would have made a difference at that point.

Losing Taryn Ohlmiller (key playmaker, top-10 scorer in the US with over 100-points) for the entire game proved impossible to overcome.

(She went down with a torn ACL v UPenn and did not play at  all v BC.  I don't think the announcers had any idea the effect her absence had on our offense...they didn't seem seem to notice she was missing...doubtlessly BC did.)

"The offense left opportunities on the field, though, and fluidity was hard to come by.
Sophomore Taryn Ohlmiller couldn’t play after tearing her ACL in the previous game against Penn." 
 -https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/top-ranked-stony-brook-women-s-lax-eliminated-in-ot-1.18626384 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on May 20, 2018, 07:42:14 pm
I turned off the screen the second the final goal went in, so I didn't see all the postgame BS. When did we lose Ohlmiller??

And yep, final rounds at our home field and we're not even in it. I'm seriously pissed off. Though I don't think the game being here would have made a difference at that point.

Losing Taryn Ohlmiller (key playmaker, top-10 scorer in the US with over 100-points) for the entire game proved impossible to overcome.

(She went down with a torn ACL v UPenn and did not play at  all v BC.  I don't think the announcers had any idea the effect her absence had on our offense...they didn't seem seem to notice she was missing...doubtlessly BC did.)

"The offense left opportunities on the field, though, and fluidity was hard to come by.
Sophomore Taryn Ohlmiller couldn’t play after tearing her ACL in the previous game against Penn." 
 -https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/top-ranked-stony-brook-women-s-lax-eliminated-in-ot-1.18626384

Ah, Gotcha. Taryn went out, but we still had Kylie, so that's what confused me. We definitely win with Taryn in the game.

Spallina and co are a great staff and we've got enough coming back that we should be right back in the tourney again next year. This year had a title run on a silver platter though and I wouldn't count on that again. 


The AE makes geographic sense and budget wise for the university. I'm not holding my breath for a conference move. With continued aggressive OOC games, the seeding will be better. They key will be adding some ACC teams to their schedule IMHO- beating Northwestern/Stanford/USC etc. didn't carry the weight that it needed.

We should always schedule strong OOC schedules in all sports, but the difference in travel in the AE compared to the CAA or A10 is negligible in the grand scheme of things. We're already outspending several Mountain West programs as is, so I doubt money is the issue. Chicago State is on the brink of collapse, but they still fly their teams all over the country in the WAC to compete. We need to be doing everything we can to get the hell out of this conference. I thought we could improve it and spur our conference mates to invest more into athletics, but that was clearly wishful thinking on my part. Hofstra has blocked us in the past, but if we continue taking care of business in all of our sports, we can at least land ourselves in the CAA if not an FBS conference.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: laxnation on May 25, 2018, 10:22:58 am
The next star for Stony Brook.  Keep in mind, these are highlights before she entered her junior year in high school.
https://youtu.be/N6srPUo1dWA
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 31, 2018, 10:38:45 am
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In two years, you won 40 games and lost only three – to teams ranked No. 1 (Maryland), No. 2 (Boston College) and No. 3 (Florida). You battled injuries and injustice, but never made excuses.
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2018/5/24/together-we-transform-blog-together-we-transform-thursday-may-24-2018.aspx?path=blog
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chrissy D. on June 01, 2018, 02:40:52 pm
Ohlmiller got screwed again. Has been the best player in the country for 2 yrs now and yet she doesnt win Tewaaraton. The voting on this is just plain crap.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on June 01, 2018, 02:50:53 pm
Ohlmiller got screwed again. Has been the best player in the country for 2 yrs now and yet she doesnt win Tewaaraton. The voting on this is just plain crap.

Chrissy . Tho I agree Ohlmiller got screwed last year, I think this year competition between BC, Apuzzo was a toss up. I am no Lax nut but when you have a player who is #1 in face off and ground balls and scores as many goals as her, its tough to beat that.  But,I am bias and think Ohlmiller should have won it also..
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Wolffan on June 01, 2018, 09:49:03 pm
Ohlmiller got screwed again. Has been the best player in the country for 2 yrs now and yet she doesnt win Tewaaraton. The voting on this is just plain crap.

Chrissy . Tho I agree Ohlmiller got screwed last year, I think this year competition between BC, Apuzzo was a toss up. I am no Lax nut but when you have a player who is #1 in face off and ground balls and scores as many goals as her, its tough to beat that.  But,I am bias and think Ohlmiller should have won it also..

I think playoff performance (and team success) is heavily weighted in the women's award. Not saying it's right, just seem to be the way it is recently. To be brutally honest, Kylie did not have her best game v BC (most likely due to the devastating injury to her sister - and number three team scorer - the previous game). Apuzzo had strong all -around playoff games and had 3 goals and 4 assists in the finals loss. That said, I really wish Kylie had won it.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 11, 2018, 01:50:47 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/way-early-2019-rankings-no-15-no-11-division-i-women

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14. STONY BROOK
2018 record: 20-1 (7-0 America East)

Last seen: Falling to eventual NCAA runner-up Boston College in a double-overtime thriller in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts.

Senior starts lost: 111 of 252 (44.1 percent)

Senior scoring departing: 361 of 612 (59.0 percent)

Initial forecast: There’s little predicting how difficult it will be for the Seawolves to replace a pair of record book-altering scorers like Kylie Ohlmiller and Courtney Murphy. In addition to those starters, Stony Brook loses key pieces at the draw and on defense, and then there’s the unknown element of how Taryn Ohlmiller will recover from her torn ACL. The heavy lifting will fall on players like Ally Kennedy and Keri McCarthy offensively. As we’ve seen in years past, you can’t count out what coach Joe Spallina and company will produce.


you cant count, or you can count?
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 15, 2018, 11:43:56 am
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/iwlca-announces-2018-division-i-positional-players-player-of-the-year/52557
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 16, 2018, 01:46:57 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2018/6/13/womens-lacrosse-five-seawolves-tabbed-iwlca-all-americans.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 19, 2018, 09:39:20 pm
https://www.stonybrook.edu/happenings/athletics/in-words-and-images-a-tribute-to-stony-brook-wlax/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=matters_june
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 20, 2018, 11:43:57 am
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/kylie-ohlmiller-turns-the-page-enters-wpll-signs-with-brine/52587

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Kylie Ohlmiller Turns the Page, Enters WPLL & Signs With Brine

Endorsement deal, professional career next for the once-unknown kid from Islip

Shortly after 8 p.m. on May 7, Kylie Ohlmiller was sitting on her couch at a house she shared with her Stony Brook teammates when she received a Twitter notification. It was from the New York Fight of the Women’s Professional Lacrosse League. Ohlmiller had been selected first in the draft.

It came as a surprise — and not just because Stony Brook’s Joe Spallina was the only Division I head coach who had Ohlmiller on speed dial when she was trying to get recruited out of Islip High School.

“I hadn’t known the draft was going on that night,” Ohlmiller admitted with a laugh. She and her teammates spent the next 15 minutes watching the draft on Facebook Live, cheering when fellow Seawolf Courtney Murphy was selected 10th by the Fight.

Ohlmiller hopes to make the draft — and New York Fight games — appointment viewing moving forward. The WPLL began its inaugural season this month, and Ohlmiller is expected to make her professional debut when New York plays at Baltimore Saturday.


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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 27, 2018, 11:48:14 am
Ohlmiller: '10 Things You NEED To Know Before Playing College Lacrosse'
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/ohlmiller-10-things-you-need-to-know-before-playing-college-lacrosse-/52658

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By Kylie Ohlmiller, 4x IWLCA All-American, 2x Tewaaraton Finalist  @kyohlmiller

Growing up playing lacrosse the ultimate goal is to go to your dream college. We’ve worked so hard all our lives to make that happen, and when it finally comes to the time when your days in high school are dwindling down and it’s time to start preparing for college – what is some of the advice that people give you?

“Make sure you’re in shape.”

“Keep an open mind.”

“Be prepared.”

“It’s going to be a big step up from high school.”

Right?

Yet, sometimes we don’t know what these pieces of advice truly mean.

I want to share a little bit of my advice for the young women who are taking their next step in their journey and are going off to college to play lacrosse. I want to take a second to explain some of the pieces of advice mentioned above, while also adding a few things that helped me through the transition from high school to college. It’s a nerve-wracking time with high school ending and college about to begin. When I was a senior in high school, I thought nothing could ever beat the four years in my hometown. But now that I am done with college, I can tell you that my four years playing college lacrosse was by far the best experience of my life.

The following is some advice that I’ve been given over the years from coaches, parents, and teammates about the transition from high school to college. And I’ve mixed in a little twist of my own, in hopes of helping you - the next generation of talented and inspirational college women’s lacrosse players – go into college with the mindset to work hard, the goal of having the time of your life, and overall excitement rather than nerves.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on June 30, 2018, 06:46:47 pm
Caught some of the women’s Under Armour All-American game on ESPN U. Future Seawolf Shonly Wallace is crazy good.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 08, 2018, 09:36:50 pm
http://riverheadnewsreview.timesreview.com/2018/07/88166/womens-lacrosse-locals-shined-bright-on-the-biggest-stage/

https://www.newsday.com/sports/lacrosse/long-island-team-wins-u13-world-series-of-youth-lacrosse-1.19688767
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 09, 2018, 11:38:24 am
http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/epoch-ilwomen-committed-academy-day-2-playoffs-set-and-tons-of-college-bound-talent/52733

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And, there was a ton of talent on the field. Here are those standout players. For more from Day 1, click here.

Meghan Pickel, Attack/Midfield, Bayport Blue-Port (N.Y.), 2019 | Stony Brook
She pushed the pace for her squad and created scoring. Defensively she kept active, doing whatever she could to try and slow down a powerful opposition. Her constant movement and grinding will be a welcome addition in the eyes of the Stony Brook coaching staff.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: laxnation on July 09, 2018, 07:36:53 pm
Caught some of the women’s Under Armour All-American game on ESPN U. Future Seawolf Shonly Wallace is crazy good.
If you read my post from 5/25, you already knew Wallace would become the next star on campus! 😉
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 10, 2018, 12:46:37 pm
dont bother paging through- we got zippo.

http://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/2018-ilwomen-postseason-all-rookie-team/52742

http://www.insidelacrosse.com/slideshow/2018-ilwomen-postseason-awards/83?slide=all
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 20, 2018, 12:51:24 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2018/7/17/womens-lacrosse-joe-spallina-named-iwlca-mid-atlantic-region-coach-of-the-year.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 30, 2018, 11:46:13 am
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/slideshow/true-ncaa-rewind-ncaa-2018s-top-moments/84?slide=2

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Having Ohlmiller and Murphy together, and healthy, was a treat for 2018. They tore it up all year, but a span of the month signifies their greatness. Courtney Murphy set the all-time goals record on April 5. On April 22, Kylie Ohlmiller broke the points and assists record. Dave Anderson Photo
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 30, 2018, 03:59:51 pm
https://patch.com/new-york/islip/spectacular-stony-brook-season-lacrosse-islip-alumni

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 01, 2018, 06:05:17 pm
dont know if this has been posted already-

2018 All-Americans
https://www.iwlca.org/page/show/4266591-2018-all-americans

First Team
Courtney Murphy
Kylie Ohlmiller

Second Team
Brooke Gubitosi
Ally Kennedy

Third Team
Taryn Ohlmiller


IWLCA Announces 2018 Senior All-Star Teams
https://www.iwlca.org/page/show/4266594-2018-senior-all-stars

Samantha DiSalvo
Kylie Ohlmiller
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 08, 2018, 07:40:17 am
https://patch.com/new-york/islip/spectacular-stony-brook-season-lacrosse-islip-alumni
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on August 17, 2018, 06:24:12 pm
It looks like we have 4 solid transfers coming in to the women’s lax program. This should  provide some depth  and experience going into 2019 season.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 18, 2018, 06:13:20 am
the PR and excitement around this program is tops. https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-transfers-1.20532177
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 20, 2018, 10:33:30 am
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-2018-documentary-1.20471820

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The Stony Brook women's lacrosse team had a historic season in 2018.

The Seawolves completed their first undefeated regular season, reached No. 1 in a national poll for the first time in program history and won their sixth straight America East title.

Comprised mostly of Long Island natives, the team was led by coach Joe Spallina (Rocky Point) and senior captains Kylie Ohlmiller (Islip), Courtney Murphy (Floyd), Brooke Gubitosi (Northport) and Sam DiSalvo (Hewlett).

Stony Brook advanced to the NCAA Tournament quarterfinals for a second straight season, where the Seawolves' season ended in heartbreaking fashion, 12-11 in overtime, to Boston College.

Watch our video documenting their 2018 campaign, on and off the field.


see the embedded video
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on August 20, 2018, 11:48:09 am
It is amazing what this coach has done with this team . Quality players and above all  quality people
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 24, 2018, 01:22:33 pm
TARYN OHLMILLER RECOVERS FROM ACL TEAR AHEAD OF NEW YEAR FOR STONY BROOK
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/taryn-ohlmiller-recovers-from-acl-tear-ahead-of-new-year-for-stony-brook

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Because of that same ACL injury, Ohlmiller won’t be able to play lacrosse this fall. She can go to the games, but she’ll have to stay on the sideline.

That also might not be such a bad thing.

The younger Ohlmiller, a third-team All-American and the team’s leading returning scorer (52 goals and 55 assists last year), will help fill that void. She won’t be cleared to play until the end of November, but she’s seeing how that could end up being a positive.

“You kind of get this coaching and leadership perspective that you wouldn’t necessarily get while playing,” she said. “Anyone who has torn their ACL will tell you that it sucks and that the physical therapy sucks. But being next to the coach on the sideline and hearing what he has to say can help you learn as a player.”

The game marked the start of an endless summer for Ohlmiller.

Typically, she spends three hours training each day. This year, she didn’t do much of anything for a month and a half. She’d hangout with friends and get so exhausted that she’d go home and nap for three hours. She endured long physical therapy sessions. She couldn’t play lacrosse other than wall ball.

Next week, she’ll finally be able to start running. She doesn’t expect to go that far. Ohlmiller’s teammate and roommate Caitlyn McDuffee tore her ACL three days after she did, so at least there’s someone to commiserate with.

She also still has her older sister to talk to. Kylie’s back home, setting up her own lacrosse coaching and clinic business. The Ohlmiller sisters have always sought each other out for advice. They’ve never been competitive. They prefer to have fun on the field, joke around, and feed off each other.

It was actually a change of perspective from Kylie that brought the younger Ohlmiller to Stony Brook. Taryn originally committed to Towson in 10th grade. At the time, her older sister wanted to do her own thing.

But things changed.

Stony Brook put itself on the national map during Kylie’s freshman year. They beat USC, Notre Dame and Florida. Taryn started thinking that staying on Long Island for college might be a good idea. So did her sister.

Once coach Joe Spallina got a hold of her, she had no choice. She could be close to home. Her parents could come to every game. She could play with her sister again.

That development has certainly benefited Stony Brook. The Seawolves have lost just three games since Taryn arrived on campus. Stony Brook is a destination now.

“When we were younger, we would go to Stony Brook to watch the big team that they were playing,” Ohlmiller said. “Now these little girls are coming to watch us play instead. I think that’s great for Long Island, and lacrosse and little girls.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 04, 2018, 11:49:15 am
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-tuesday-sept-4

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Kylie Ohlmiller is launching her own brand, folks. KO17 was launched last week, along with her YouTube channel. Ohlmiller is making lacrosse her life’s work.

Stoked to announce the launch of my new company, KO17 Lacrosse! High level training & clinics based here on Long Island, with plans of traveling and growing this beautiful game all over. Link in my bio to sign up for September Clinics! pic.twitter.com/Bl0r9KgiZv

— Kylie Ohlmiller (@kylieohlmiller) September 2, 2018

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4. Brooke Gubitosi, a former Stony Brook women's lacrosse star, is enjoying her time as a ball person at the U.S. Open in New York City. Gubitosi finished her Seawolves career last season, but decided to try out to be a ball person.

She was honored to work a Madison Keys match at Arthur Ashe Stadium, the tournament's show court.

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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 04, 2018, 05:55:10 pm
https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/us-open/u-s-open-1.20797925

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Brooke Gubitosi, a former Stony Brook lacrosse star, relishing new role as ball person at U.S. Open

“I’m not a tennis player,” Gubitosi said. “I love tennis, to watch tennis. I come here every year with my dad, and my dad always made a joke about, ‘You should be a ball person.’ I saw a commercial or something on YouTube about a tryout.

“I tried out and made it. And here I am.”



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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 04, 2018, 06:00:08 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/us-lacrosse/emotional-moments-dramatic-competition-highlight-usl-nationals

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Perhaps no one personified this milestone tournament more than Tiffany Zullo, an assistant coach for Yellow Jackets 2022 Team Piscitelli (N.Y.). Before joining the Long Island club’s coaching staff, before her recently completed four-year career at Stony Brook and before earning All-Suffolk County honors in lacrosse and field hockey at Connetquot High School, Zullo patrolled the midfield for the 2011 champion Yellow Jackets.

“It was so great to win this at Disney,” Zullo said at a US Lacrosse-sponsored social event for coaches following a weather-delayed round of pool-play games.

The trip down memory lane continued.

“The day before the championship, I was guarding a girl and got whacked in the head on a follow-through. I was bleeding everywhere.”

Rebecca Thorn, an assistant coach for that squad and this year coaching her own Yellow Jackets team in the 13U Division, joined in the laughter.

“The worst part was, they counted the goal,” Zullo said.

Reviewing her squad’s roster from that year, Zullo smiled with fondness as she read down the list, then inhaled suddenly and looked up.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 05, 2018, 12:00:00 pm
US LACROSSE NAMES WOMEN'S ROSTER FOR TEAM USA FALL CLASSIC
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/senior-women/us-lacrosse-names-womens-roster-for-team-usa-fall-classic

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Johns and McCool were both seniors in college last year and will be joined by eight other members of the Class of 2018: Kasey Behr, Sarah Brown, Kristen Gaudian, Kelly Glatthorn, Courtney Murphy, Katie O’Donnell, Kylie Ohlmiller and Shayna Pirreca.

Courtney Murphy   A   Stony Brook '18
Kylie Ohlmiller   A   Stony Brook '18   New York (WPLL)
Dorrien Van Dyke   M   Stony Brook '17   Long Island (UWLX)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 11, 2018, 12:58:11 pm
Kara Mupo, a former Stony Brook women’s lacrosse assistant coach, accepted a position as an assistant and offensive coordinator at Stanford on Aug. 24, the next step in what she hopes will be a career as a collegiate head coach.
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/lacrosse/kara-mupo-lacrosse-stanford-1.20840018


Dorrien Van Dyke joins national champ James Madison's coaching staff
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/dorrien-van-dyke-coach-james-madison-sbu-1.20867441
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 17, 2018, 11:24:59 am
wallace is IL's #45 on the power 100 incoming recruits: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/recruiting/rankinglist/7
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 08, 2018, 12:15:26 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/fall-ball-focus-albany-enters-new-era-with-homegrown-star-at-the-helm

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FALL FOCUS
AMERICA EAST
As we inch closer to the 2019 season, the America East crown still runs through Stony Brook. But the Seawolves graduated history-making talent, leaving the field more hopeful than in years past. Teams are listed in order of last year’s final standings.

STONY BROOK
7-0 AMERICA EAST, 20-1 OVERALL
The Seawolves graduated record-breaking scorers Kylie Ohlmiller and Courtney Murphy, not to mention five-year defensive standout Brooke Gubitosi. But Stony Brook has won six straight conference titles, and coach Joe Spallina said top returning scorer Taryn Ohlmiller is expected to be back in full swing by the start of the season after tearing her ACL in May.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 08, 2018, 12:17:46 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/jmu-gears-up-for-team-usa-assistant-dorrien-van-dyke

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Dorrien Van Dyke, the former Stony Brook star and James Madison assistant, will debut for the U.S. women's national team against the Dukes on Saturday.

JMU GEARS UP FOR TEAM USA, ASSISTANT DORRIEN VAN DYKE

Dorrien Van Dyke was named an assistant at James Madison and announced as a player on the U.S. women’s national team within one week at the end of her summer.

“My life was going in such a good direction,” Van Dyke said. “It was so cool I was getting those opportunities next to each other.”

Van Dyke will see her worlds collide when she plays for Team USA as it takes on defending NCAA champion JMU in the second game of the Team USA Fall Classic at US Lacrosse headquarters Saturday. The U.S. men’s  national team will play Yale at noon followed by Team USA against James Madison.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on October 08, 2018, 04:20:39 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/fall-ball-focus-albany-enters-new-era-with-homegrown-star-at-the-helm

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FALL FOCUS
AMERICA EAST
As we inch closer to the 2019 season, the America East crown still runs through Stony Brook. But the Seawolves graduated history-making talent, leaving the field more hopeful than in years past. Teams are listed in order of last year’s final standings.

STONY BROOK
7-0 AMERICA EAST, 20-1 OVERALL
The Seawolves graduated record-breaking scorers Kylie Ohlmiller and Courtney Murphy, not to mention five-year defensive standout Brooke Gubitosi. But Stony Brook has won six straight conference titles, and coach Joe Spallina said top returning scorer Taryn Ohlmiller is expected to be back in full swing by the start of the season after tearing her ACL in May.

I'm still furious we didn't win it last season. That national title was ours.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 16, 2018, 11:45:10 am
yep.  and in 2017 too.

https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/ilwomen-fall-all-access-stony-brook-seawolves/53158

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The Empire’s Intact: Despite Graduations, Stony Brook Teeing Up for 2019 Title Chase

A parent from another program told Spallina at West Point, “It’s so personal for your kids...I’ve never seen anything like it.” That goes for how the Seawolves play, connect in the locker room and respond to any doubter who thinks 2019 can’t be their year.

Stony Brook Head Coach Joe Spallina didn’t pull any punches at the team’s first fall meeting.

“We need to win a national championship,” Spallina told them. “That is our goal. That is the only thing we talk about.”

“This isn’t like our seniors had 300 unassisted goals and did all the work,” Spallina said.

Spallina understands, and appreciates, what last year’s senior class did for the program, but he believes in this group.

“The people who are saying we’re going to take a step back are the people who want us to take a step back,” Spallina said. “But the people around our team day-to-day know...only the names will change.”

“I needed to up my workouts 10 times more,” said Kennedy, a second-team IWLCA All-American and the America East Midfielder of the Year. “The thing that got me out of bed each morning and pushed me to do more every day was replaying the last 10 minutes of the BC game. I watched it every day over the summer.”


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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 17, 2018, 01:02:26 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/best-of-lacrosse-2018-finalists-for-best-womens-player

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Below, we present the finalists for Best Women’s Player.

KYLIE OHLMILLER
STONY BROOK/NEW YORK FIGHT
Also a two-time Tewaaraton finalist, Ohlmiller probably had just as strong of a case to win the award in 2018 as she did in 2017, when she set the NCAA single-season scoring record. Now she owns the top two spots, thanks to a senior campaign in which she recorded 88 goals and 69 assists for 157 points. Moreover, she broke NCAA career records for both assists and points, finishing her stellar four-year run with 246 and 498, respectively.  With the rare distinction of being the No. 1 overall pick in two different professional lacrosse drafts, Ohlmiller chose to play for the WPLL’s New York Fight and emerged as a face of the nascent league.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 24, 2018, 11:10:49 am
team USA president's cup roster: https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/senior-women/team-usa-to-play-uwlx-wpll-squads-at-iwlca-presidents-cup

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Ally Kennedy   M   Stony Brook '20   —
Kylie Ohlmiller   A   Stony Brook '18   New York (WPLL)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 29, 2018, 11:50:03 am
BEST OF LACROSSE 2018 FINALISTS FOR BEST GAME
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/senior-men/best-of-lacrosse-2018-finalists-for-best-game

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STONY BROOK-BOSTON COLLEGE
NCAA QUARTERFINAL
This game was billed as an instant classic worthy of being played on championship weekend. It lived up the lofty expectations. And then some. Dempsey Arsenault’s falling goal in front of the crease off a feed from Sam Apuzzo with 1:42 left in overtime sent Boston College to the final four with a 12-11 win over Stony Brook in rainy Chestnut Hill, Mass. The intensely emotional game of 64-plus minutes featured four stick checks, six yellow cards and two green cards. It turned out the Seawolves were without 100-point scorer Taryn Ohlmiller, who tore her ACL a week earlier against Penn State, and that Stony Brook, ranked No. 1 nationally for most of the season, probably had a legitimate gripe about being the No. 5 seed.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 29, 2018, 01:18:50 pm
kennedy: https://www.sbstatesman.com/2018/10/27/ally-kennedy-represents-womens-lacrosse-on-u-s-national-team/

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Ally Kennedy represents Women’s Lacrosse on U.S. national team

Junior midfielder Ally Kennedy has been selected to the United States Women’s National Lacrosse Team to play in the President’s Cup next month. She will join recent Stony Brook Women’s Lacrosse alumna Kylie Ohlmiller along with 23 of the best women’s lacrosse players in the country.

Kennedy is only one of six players on the national team to still be on a college roster. She will be looking to carry her momentum from last season where she led the team with 47 ground balls, 61 draw wins and 13 caused turnovers. She was also able to achieve 14 multi-goal games.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on November 01, 2018, 03:15:57 pm
'THE TIME IS NOW:' A ROUNDTABLE WITH CUMMINGS, MCCOOL, OHLMILLER AND TUMOLO
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/industry/the-time-is-now-a-roundtable-with-cummings-mccool-ohlmiller-and-tumolo

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Kylie Ohlmiller’s friends didn’t believe she would actually publish the words in the senior goodbye section of their Islip High School Class of 2014 yearbook.

“Watch me,” she said.

Sure enough, when the yearbook came out, there they were.

“See you on ESPN.”

Two years later, as a sophomore for the fast-rising Stony Brook women’s lacrosse team, Ohlmiller made good on that promise with an appearance on “SportsCenter” for a diving behind-the-back goal in an April 2016 game against Johns Hopkins.

“She’s the best player on the planet, period,” Seawolves coach Joe Spallina said then. “Case closed.”

It was the first of four — count ’em, four — times Ohlmiller landed on ESPN’s flagship program over the course of a college career that also saw her surpass the great Jen Adams as the NCAA’s all-time scoring leader.

Kylie Ohlmiller, a two-time Tewaaraton finalist and Brine/New Balance signee who broke NCAA scoring records at Stony Brook, hosted her first clinic for her business, KO17 Lacrosse, on Sept. 9.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on November 15, 2018, 09:21:25 pm
regional coach of the year- spallina https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/celine-cunningham-headlines-iwlca-award-winners
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on November 16, 2018, 11:37:44 am
to the extent anyone thinks you can actually rank tens of thousands of recruits in different regions with no actual benchmark, SB's recruiting class is "ranked" 27th. https://www.insidelacrosse.com/recruiting/college/league/Women's+Division+I/7

no matter; we are still a national championship contender.  doing more with "less".
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on November 16, 2018, 11:53:28 am
to the extent anyone thinks you can actually rank tens of thousands of recruits in different regions with no actual benchmark, SB's recruiting class is "ranked" 27th. https://www.insidelacrosse.com/recruiting/college/league/Women's+Division+I/7

no matter; we are still a national championship contender.  doing more with "less".

It's all BS.. Maryland has a total of 57* and SB has 4* but yet SB, Towson and BC will beat them 4 out 5 times. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on November 28, 2018, 09:21:49 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2018/11/28/womens-lacrosse-kennedy-shines-on-team-usa-at-presidents-cup.aspx

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LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Current Stony Brook women's lacrosse member Ally Kennedy had a tremendous outing as a member of the United States Women's National Team at the USA President's Cup, which was held Nov. 16-18 in Lake Buena Vista.
 
"I am extremely proud of Ally," said Stony Brook head coach Joe Spallina. "She epitomizes everything a Stony Brook lacrosse player is about. She is a relentless worker with a great attitude and a desire to be great. It was great to see the amount of heads she turned in Florida with her ability to play two ways and her shooting was off the charts."

Kennedy had a breakout game against the UWLX squad, leading Team USA with four goals and adding in two assists in a 17-7 win. As a member of the White team in the intra-squad match, she had one goal and one assist. The national team also topped the WPLL in a 10-9 decision.

Kennedy played alongside a familiar face as Kylie Ohlmiller also suited up in the Red, White and Blue.


https://twitter.com/USLacrosseMag/status/1064011982632824833/photo/1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1064011982632824833&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.uslaxmagazine.com%2Ffuel%2Fdaily-digest%2Fdialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-monday-nov-19
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 07, 2018, 11:31:31 am
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/pro/wpll/kylie-ohlmillers-sweet-tooth-acai-bowls-refuel-and-satisfy-cravings

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If you follow the biggest names in women’s lacrosse, you’ve likely come across Kylie Ohlmiller’s new YouTube channel, which features her iconic “Wall Bowl” series. She shares her favorite wall ball tips, then refuels with a healthy treat once a week at Bango Bowls, her local acai bowl shop.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 07, 2018, 11:32:07 am
looks like the ladies signed Chris Pickel's sister: https://patch.com/new-york/sayville/b-bp-hs-students-commit-furthering-athletics
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 11, 2018, 12:45:38 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/senior-women/us-senior-team-roster-named-for-spring-premiere

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U.S. SENIOR TEAM ROSTER NAMED FOR SPRING PREMIERE

SPARKS, Md. — The U.S. Women’s National Team will open its 2019 playing schedule in the Spring Premiere at Stanford University from Jan. 25-27. U.S. senior team head coach Jenny Levy has announced the 26-player roster that will represent the United States in the competition.

The event will feature six teams, including both the U.S. senior and U19 teams, along with teams from England, Japan, Fresno State and Stanford.

Mackenzie Burns   M/D   Stony Brook '19   —
Ally Kennedy   M   Stony Brook '20   —
Kylie Ohlmiller   A   Stony Brook '18   New York (WPLL)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 13, 2018, 11:18:25 am
preseason top 25: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/slideshow/2019-face-off-yearbook-womens-di-top-25/96?slide=20

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No. 5 Stony Brook
The Kylie Ohlmiller and Courtney Murphy eras have come to a close; but it's next up in Stony Brook, as Taryn Ohlmiller and Ally Kennedy both look to make waves as upperclassmen and returning All-Americans in 2019.John Risley

4 JMU
3 UNC
2 UMd
1 BC
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 13, 2018, 05:11:28 pm
spallina to step away from coaching the NY Lizards but remain as GM: https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-wednesday-dec-12

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2. The New York Lizards announced that Joe Spallina will step away from his position of head coach, but maintain the role of general manager.

Spallina, who has served as the general manager and coach since 2012, will be in charge of finding a successor for the 2019 season.

He credited his growing list of coaching positions — he also leads the Stony Brook women’s program and is a U.S. national team assistant — as a factor in his decision.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 15, 2018, 11:16:42 pm
schedule: https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2018/12/14/womens-lacrosse-seawolves-reveal-2019-schedule.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 18, 2018, 11:43:26 am
preseason AAs: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/2019-face-off-yearbook-preseason-media-all-americans/53476

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Second Team
A   Taryn Ohlmiller   Jr.   Stony Brook
M   Ally Kennedy   Jr.   Stony Brook

Honorable Mention
Dr/M   Keri McCarthy   Sr.   Stony Brook
G   Anna Tesoriero   Sr.   Stony Brook
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 19, 2018, 12:23:40 pm
LAX SPORTS NETWORK UNVEILS 2018 LSN AWARDS NOMINEES
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/industry/lax-sports-network-unveils-2018-lsn-awards-nominees

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WOMEN’S COLLEGE PLAYER OF THE YEAR
Sam Apuzzo (Boston College)
Kristen Gaudian (James Madison)
Marie McCool (North Carolina)
Kylie Ohlmiller (Stony Brook)
Megan Whittle (Maryland

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WOMEN’S INDIVIDUAL PERFORMANCE OF THE YEAR
Sam Apuzzo (Boston College/9G vs. Navy)
Maggie Nelson (St. Vincent/D-III record 19PTS vs. Chatham)
Kylie Ohlmiller (Stony Brook/8PTS vs. UMBC to set NCAA career record)
Haley Warden  (James Madison/9G in final four, 10DC in semifinal)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 02, 2019, 01:21:12 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/bc-ranked-no-1-in-nike-us-lacrosse-division-i-women%E2%80%99s-preseason-top-20

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BC RANKED NO. 1 IN NIKE/US LACROSSE DIVISION I WOMEN’S PRESEASON TOP 20

1   Boston College   0-0   N/A   2/9 vs. Boston University
2   Maryland   0-0   N/A   2/9 vs. George Mason
3   North Carolina   0-0   N/A   2/9 vs. No. 6 James Madison
4   Florida   0-0   N/A   2/9 at No. 18 Colorado
5   Stony Brook   0-0   N/A   2/22 at No. 18 Colorado
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 09, 2019, 07:56:05 am
https://www.collegecrosse.com/2019-college-lacrosse-preview/2019/1/8/18165887/nineteen-reasons-to-look-forward-to-the-2019-ncaa-womens-lacrosse-season

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3. Taryn Ohlmiller is recovered and reloaded
The 2018 season didn’t have the Hollywood ending that Stony Brook had hoped for, in large part due to an untimely injury to the Seawolves’ star sophomore Taryn Ohlmiller. In Stony Brook’s round-of-16 matchup with Penn, the younger Ohlmiller sister fell awkwardly with a torn ACL. She was unable to play in the Seawolves’ quarterfinal contest at Boston College, in which the unstoppable Long Island offense was stopped, and the Stony Brook season came to a crushing end.

Now a year later, her knee has been cleared for contact, and Taryn will try to prove she’s more than just Kylie’s sister.

Let’s compare the two Islip siblings, through their sophomore seasons:

Kylie Ohlmiller (2015-16): 41 games, 86 goals, 91 assists, 57.0 percent shooting

Taryn Ohlmiller (2017-18): 42 games, 117 goals, 91 assists, 53.2 percent shooting

Kylie finished her NCAA women’s lacrosse career as the most prolific scorer in the history of the sport, and yet Taryn is outpacing her as an underclassman. Taryn’s 208 career points are the second-most in the country among players currently entering their junior season, trailing only Navy’s Kelly Larkin.


If Ohlmiller can make a successful recovery from the injury and play a full season, there’s no reason Stony Brook won’t be in the picture at the end of the year.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 21, 2019, 05:58:37 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2019/1/21/womens-lacrosse-kennedy-burns-to-compete-for-team-usa-at-spring-premiere.aspx

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SPARKS, Md. – Current Stony Brook women's lacrosse players Ally Kennedy and Mackenzie Burns are set to suit up for Team USA this week at the Spring Premiere. Action is set to take place from Jan. 25-27 on Stanford University's campus.

Kennedy and Burns are just two of eight current collegiate athletes to be named to the 26-player roster by head coach Jenny Levy. The Seawolves duo will also be joined by 2018 Stony Brook graduate Kylie Ohlmiller in the Red, White and Blue out in California.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 24, 2019, 11:51:05 am
Halley’s Tewaaraton Sleeper Picks
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/2019-face-off-yearbook-women-s-di-player-of-the-year-watch/53607

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Ally Kennedy, M, Jr., Stony Brook
Kennedy quietly earned All-America honors alongside heavy-hitters Kylie and Taryn Ohlmiller and Courtney Murphy in 2018, but she storms into 2019 as the Seawolves’ Player of the Year front-runner. She tallied 69 points (48G, 21A) last season to go along with 47 groundballs and 61 draw controls.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 29, 2019, 11:51:34 am
The New Face of Women's Lacrosse, Pt. I: Becoming Kylie Ohlmiller
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/the-new-face-of-women-s-lacrosse-pt-i-becoming-kylie-ohlmiller/53633

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In 2018, Kylie Ohlmiller became the NCAA's all-time leader in points (498) and assists (246), helping make history at Stony Brook University. Upon graduation, she made her professional lacrosse debut for the WPLL's New York Fight—after being drafted No. 1 overall by the league—and signed an endorsement deal with Brine/New Balance, helping launch the Dynasty Warp Pro.

The bold new face of women's lacrosse, Ohlmiller is one of the most innovative, creative players in the game right now helping push the sport forward. This is her story.


watch the video please (3:38)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 29, 2019, 11:54:51 am
Top 50 Players in NCAA Lacrosse: 25-1
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/slideshow/top-50-players-in-ncaa-lacrosse-25-1/99?slide=4

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21. Taryn Ohlmiller, Stony Brook

An ACL injury sustained in the NCAA second round proved costly for the Seawolves, who fell in overtime to Boston College 12-11 in the quarterfinals. It was the only game that the ‘younger Ohlmiller’ didn’t appear in last spring, in which she tallied 107 points in her second-straight 100+ point season. She is expected to return at full-strength in 2019 and assume Stony Brook’s leadership role at the attack in the wake of Kylie Ohlmiller and Courtney Murphy’s departure. Dave Anderson Photo
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 29, 2019, 11:55:42 am
Women's Division I Media Poll
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/polls

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1    Boston College (0 - 0)   394 (15)   --
2    Maryland (0 - 0)           368 (1)   --
3    North Carolina (0 - 0)   358   --
4    James Madison (0 - 0)   337 (4)   --
5    Stony Brook (0 - 0)           306   --
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on January 29, 2019, 09:09:30 pm
 I hope the 2019 squad is able to take that next step and get to a final four..... and perhaps more.  It’ll be fun to watch how the season unfolds.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 30, 2019, 11:47:57 am
OHLMILLER, MURPHY ARE GONE, BUT STONY BROOK HAS SAME GOALS
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/ohlmiller-murphy-are-gone-but-stony-brook-has-same-goals

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“I know there are people on the outside that will question how we will be,” Seawolves coach Joe Spallina told Lax Sports Network. “I think we will be the best team from top to bottom. ... Do we have Kylie and Murphy? No. No one does.”

Stony Brook prides itself on team play, focusing on cohesion and ball movement, and there’s no doubt the motivation is there. After missing the final four by just one goal, the Seawolves added even more fuel to the fire to continue fighting for respect.

“This fall, we played angry and played with an edge,” Spallina said.

Eight NCAA tournament teams are sprinkled throughout their 2019 schedule, including Florida, Johns Hopkins, USC and Penn State in the midst of America East play to keep competition high before May hits again.

“We’re primed and ready to make a run this year,” Spallina said. “What better way to back those words up by putting the strongest schedule we’ve ever had in front of them.”

Stony Brook also returns its starting goalkeeper, Anna Tesoriero, who boasted a 49.1 save percentage, and gains four transfers in Nicole Barretta (Temple), Kelsi Lonigro (Monmouth), Sara Moeller (UMBC) and Sabrina Tabasso (Loyola).
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 12, 2019, 01:56:52 pm
The New Face of Women's Lacrosse, Pt. II: The Future of the Game
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/the-new-face-of-women-s-lacrosse-pt-ii-the-future-of-the-game/53635

(3min video)


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In 2018, Kylie Ohlmiller became the NCAA's all-time leader in points (498) and assists (246), helping make history at Stony Brook University.

Upon graduation, she made her professional lacrosse debut for the WPLL's New York Fight—after being drafted No. 1 overall by the league—and signed an endorsement deal with Brine/New Balance, helping launch the Dynasty Warp Pro.

The bold new face of women's lacrosse, Team USA's Ohlmiller is one of the most innovative, creative players in the game right now helping push the sport forward.

This is her story.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 13, 2019, 10:42:48 am
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/lacrosse/women-s-lacrosse-rankings-1.27197843
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 15, 2019, 12:53:56 pm
Season Preview: For Seawolves, "It's not death by one or two wounds."
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/season-preview-for-seawolves-it-s-not-death-by-one-or-two-wounds-/53749

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Preseason Storyline: The Names Have Changed 
Stony Brook graduated 50 percent of its scoring from 2018 in Kylie and Murphy. The program’s faces and offensive style will shift, as the midfield moves front-and-center. Kennedy’s stock is rising, and Spallina has been impressed by McCarthy and Tabasso. Stony Brook does return offensive star power in junior attacker Taryn Ohlmiller, who totaled 107 points before tearing her ACL last year. She’s poised to return for the start of the season. Defensively, Halley Dillon will slide into All-American Gubitosi’s spot.

Bottom Line: Tee Martin’s the Rally Cry   
In 1997, then-senior Peyton Manning fell just short of leading Tennessee to a national championship. The next season, his backup Tee Martin led the Vols to their first title. Everyone knows who Peyton is; not many know about Martin. But only one has the college ring. Spallina told this story in the first team meeting. There is no doubt that the class of 2018 left a legacy, but Spallina and Stony Brook believe they have what it takes to take it a step further—not backward—this year. If the defense holds firm, the midfield drives the offense and Taryn Ohlmiller returns to form, anyone taking this team lightly will be in for a surprise.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 19, 2019, 11:47:28 am
UF lost so we move up to 4 https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/polls
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on February 19, 2019, 12:32:46 pm
Later start to the season this year as compared to past seasons. I wonder if this was intentional scheduling by Spallina in order to give this team max time to gel and overcome injury. With that said, im eager to see what this team is capable of.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 20, 2019, 10:04:36 pm
Stony Brook has emerging stars in women's lacrosse
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/joe-spallina-ally-kennedy-taryn-ohlmiller-women-s-lacrosse-1.27520947


Anna Tesoriero leads by example for Stony Brook
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/lacrosse/stony-brook-anna-tesoriero-women-s-lacrosse-1.27568528


Familiar faces eager to return to NCAA glory
https://www.sbstatesman.com/2019/02/20/familiar-faces-eager-to-return-to-ncaa-glory/


Black History Month: Demmianne Cook
http://www.floridalaunchlacrosse.com/articles/black-history-month-demmianne-cook
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 22, 2019, 03:34:35 pm
New Faces, Old Goal Drive Women’s Lacrosse in 2019
https://news.stonybrook.edu/athletics/new-faces-old-goal-drive-womens-lacrosse-in-2019/

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“Our goal is winning a national championship,” Spallina said emphatically. “The day I stop saying that is the day I stop coaching.”

“You coach a team, but you build a program,” he said. “We were ranked 70th out of 82 programs when I took over. Now we’re selling a vision, and we’ve just got to follow the blueprint we’ve set.”  They head into the first game of the 2019 season at number four on the NCAA rankings, a testament to the progress the program has made in eight short years.

“This program gives us a chance to keep the best players on Long Island home, and now we’ve also attracted top players from Texas, Arizona, Canada, and other places.”

“Last year made me hungry,” said junior midfielder Ally Kennedy. “I was heartbroken after that playoff game, and it made me work to come back in the best shape I’ve ever been. I want to lead this team to where it deserves to be.”


5pm Colorado game: https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/media/tv-listings
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 22, 2019, 05:19:18 pm
3-0 start just 8min in

https://cubuffs.com/sidearmstats/wlax/summary
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on February 22, 2019, 07:04:20 pm
Dominant win over #13 Colorado at their place. This team does not disappoint.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on February 22, 2019, 07:19:14 pm
Nice win for the Shewolves. Our goalie had an impressive night between the pipes.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on February 22, 2019, 08:26:11 pm
Now if we could only  get the men to win like that against ranked teams.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Wolffan on February 23, 2019, 06:46:11 am
It was a pleasant surprise to be able to view the Colorado game on the computer...and also was interesting  (for me) that it was indoors on what looked to be a spacious campus football/all sport  practice facility. We dominated (the game was not as close as the 15-5 score indicates).
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on February 23, 2019, 07:01:21 am
It was a pleasant surprise to be able to view the Colorado game on the computer...and also was interesting  (for me) that it was indoors on what looked to be a spacious campus football/all sport  practice facility. We dominated (the game was not as close as the 15-5 score indicates).

Colorado football is D1 FBS..
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: laxnation on February 23, 2019, 08:10:34 am
It’s amazing during their first game of the season, how much smarter and more prepared the women’s lax team is compared to the football and men’s basketball teams!  Spallina works them hard, prepares them for actual game situations, and is not looking to be the best friend of his players.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on February 23, 2019, 12:49:39 pm
Mental preparation is very important in any sport. Our ladies coach knows that and prepares his team.  Football , basketball you can see are undisciplined at times during a game.  Playing out of control is not an option .
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on February 24, 2019, 01:05:37 pm
Surprised to see we are Down 7-3 at the half to Denver. I’m not watching the live feed but it appears we have our work cut out for us to get back in this game.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on February 24, 2019, 01:36:41 pm
picked up the live feed. We have to do a better job with the turnovers. It’s surprising to see. Down 8-6 with 17 and chance to go.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on February 24, 2019, 01:41:52 pm
The amount of free position shots allowed in women’s lacrosse is utterly ridiculous. It is virtually impossible to play defense in this sport. IMO
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on February 24, 2019, 02:10:53 pm
Denver found and successfully exploited weaknesses in our team. For one, they double-teamed TO all day and nobody else was able to step up as needed. I hope Spallina has the personnel to adjust and overcome going forward because other teams are going to watch this film. Defensively, well I dunno what to say because good aggressive defense in women’s lacrosse just translates to penalties and free position shots. Very hard to watch.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on February 24, 2019, 02:21:15 pm
The amount of free position shots allowed in women’s lacrosse is utterly ridiculous. It is virtually impossible to play defense in this sport. IMO
Same thing has happened in college hoops, slowing down the game and cheapening the level of competition.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 24, 2019, 04:47:45 pm
yep.  football too.  it's the same idea- put more asses in seats with more scoring.  there's also a safety angle too which cant be argued with.  but yes, impossible to play defense in these sports.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 24, 2019, 06:14:13 pm
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/stony-brook-women-s-lacrosse-colorado-1.27640856

https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/stony-brooks-taryn-ohlmiller-shines-in-return-from-acl-surgery
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 25, 2019, 08:35:49 am
at least in this poll- dropped to 13.  it's not the official poll: http://fanlax.com/fanlax/2019/02/24/2019-d1-women-lacrosse-rankings-feb-24/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 25, 2019, 09:18:48 am
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/with-stifling-zone-d-denver-gives-stony-brook-taste-of-own-medicine

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 25, 2019, 12:08:54 pm
more analysis: https://www.collegecrosse.com/2019/2/25/18239289/upsets-galore-thoughts-from-a-crazy-weekend-in-ncaa-womens-lacrosse
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on February 25, 2019, 03:04:06 pm
TO certainly didn't seem 100% during the Denver game.  However, the Denver D double-teamed her whenever she touched the ball. This was very effective because she is by far the top (perhaps only) elite ball feeder on this team.  Someone else is going to have to step up and facilitate the offense apart from Kennedy going one-on-one to the goal. I hope some of these senior transfers we brought in will be able to pick up the slack.  I love our aggressive zone defense but the way the women's game is officiated makes us highly vulnerable to the whistle.  I also hope the sport  cleans up/penalizes the flopping that is going on.   These players are looking to the refs for a whistle as soon as a defender breathes on them too heavily. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 01, 2019, 07:34:34 pm
Towson is locking off TO (much like Denver did) and our offense is struggling big time.  Not good.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 01, 2019, 07:50:28 pm
Very poor shooting accuracy. We are up 4-3 but this team has a lot of problems. The weather isn’t helping matters.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 01, 2019, 08:25:43 pm
Arline becoming a big factor in this game. Could she be the next rising star for the Seawolves?
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 01, 2019, 11:13:11 pm
win 14-8

ohlmiller had 1,2.  that's a bad day for anyone named ohlmiller
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 03, 2019, 01:07:49 pm
Another slow start but the Seawolves storm back to take a 1 goal lead at the half over Stanford. As a team, we need a lot of improvement with shot placement and accuracy. Too often we are shooting it right at the goalie.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 03, 2019, 02:20:11 pm
Another tough loss...and at home. Ouch. This team has its work cut out with a very tough schedule.  I would not sleep on Albany giving us a real challenge in conference this year.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 04, 2019, 11:42:04 am
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/stanford-ends-stony-brooks-33-game-home-winning-streak

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 05, 2019, 11:54:07 am
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/photos/photo-gallery-stony-brook-at-towson-ncaa-women-0
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 09, 2019, 03:00:30 pm
went down 9-7 on the road in the first half to #9 princeton.  quickly turned into 14-10 SB.  lets go ladies
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 09, 2019, 03:22:17 pm
We just gave up 5 unanswered goals and lose by one. Ouch.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on March 09, 2019, 03:33:55 pm
We just gave up 5 unanswered goals and lose by one. Ouch.

This team is struggling this year, especially on defense. SB will probably get knocked out of the top 20 with this loss. Rebuilding year!!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 09, 2019, 03:36:48 pm
Tough road loss. Looking at the rest of the schedule, I don’t see where we can rack up those quality wins to get respect come seeding time for the tourney. Florida, Penn State, USC, have all slid down in  the rankings.   We should win the America East again this year but  Albany will be no picnic. Go Seawolves!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 09, 2019, 03:51:40 pm
With our goalie and two starting defenders back, I am surprised by how much our D is struggling.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 09, 2019, 04:43:26 pm
im not too worried.  we'll probably get in- more likely AE and not AL.  and when we do, everyone is on notice and no one will want to play us in the first round.  JoeSpa has the ladies prepared. GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 12, 2019, 11:18:55 am
ouch, not even in the top 20. https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/polls

18 here: https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/media/rankings/college/division-1-women

17 here: https://www.iwlca.org/news_article/show/1003160
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 12, 2019, 11:20:08 am
OVERTIME WITH PAUL CARCATERRA: KYLIE OHLMILLER (S1 E5)
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/podcast/senior-women/overtime-with-paul-carcaterra-kylie-ohlmiller-s1-e5

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Kylie Ohlmiller committed to Stony Brook when the program was an afterthought among the elite in Division I women’s lacrosse. Fast forward four years, Ohlmiller left her legacy as one of college lacrosse’s greatest talents, transforming the Seawolves program in the process. She finished her career as the NCAA's women's lacrosse all-time leading scorer in points and assists.

Ohlmiller now sets her sights on growing the women’s game and using her platform to uplift others playing the sport. She’s a full-time lacrosse star and a member of Team USA. Ohlmiller touches on her "fangirl" moment with the U.S. national team, and her chances of playing in the Olympics if lacrosse is ever included in the program.

Listen to Ohlmiller’s story in Episode 5 of Overtime.
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Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 13, 2019, 03:47:20 pm
https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/girls-lacrosse/long-island-girls-lacrosse-class-of-2018-where-they-re-headed-for-college-1.19159266

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DIVISION I
Nearly half — 123 of the 267 seniors reported — will be playing at Division I schools. Of those, 31 seniors will play for teams who finished this past season ranked in the top 20.

Division I Top 20 (U.S. Lacrosse)

1. James Madison (1)

2. Boston College (3)

3. Maryland (2)

4. Stony Brook 8
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 13, 2019, 05:48:13 pm
Up 7-3 at UMBC right now but we don’t look like  the same team that just played Princeton. More of the same shooting right into the goalie’s stick.  We should be up by a lot more. Hope we make adjustments and pour it on in the second half. Go Shewolves!
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Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 13, 2019, 06:51:40 pm
won 16-5
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 16, 2019, 11:17:28 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2019/3/16/womens-lacrosse-spallina-hits-milestone-win-as-stony-brook-takes-down-cornell-14-2.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 23, 2019, 01:48:07 pm
The culture of the women’s game will be a lot better off when the flopping is penalized. Regardless, the team had a full week of prep and was unable to get it done at home against equal competiton. It is unfortunate.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 25, 2019, 11:42:39 am
yes.

this poll says #19 https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/rankings/boston-college-strengthens-hold-on-no-1-ranking
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 30, 2019, 02:02:02 pm
The women are up big at halftime against Umass-Lowell.  It appears that TO isn’t playing today. Won’t speculate but just hope its nothing serious.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 30, 2019, 03:06:21 pm
the team is 5-4 (4 losses against top 20), with one top 20 win, 2-0 in the AE.  closest AE win was by 11. GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 30, 2019, 06:02:06 pm
As per Newsday, Ohlmiller and Barretta will both be out for apx 1 month with what Spallina vaguely  describes as “lower body”  injuries. I hope neither injury is more serious than what is being disclosed so far.  The team has been dealing with a lot of adversity this season (injuries/one goal losses). That aside, today was a nice conference win with plenty of different goal scorers.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 03, 2019, 07:54:02 pm
no taryn, no problem. 21-4 over hartford.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on April 03, 2019, 08:42:20 pm
We had 15 different goal scorers tonite. I wonder if that’s a program record.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on April 04, 2019, 08:05:15 am
We had 15 different goal scorers tonite. I wonder if that’s a program record.
The good thing about playing in a weak conference is having the luxury of resting your injured players while still being assured of winning.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 04, 2019, 11:38:39 am
im late to this but wanted to share: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/iwlca-div-i-digest-for-princeton-s-chris-sailer-it-s-400-wins-and-counting/53996
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Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 09, 2019, 08:58:11 pm
beat #17 JHU 12-9 https://portal.stretchinternet.com/jhu/stats.htm?eventId=506909&streamType=video
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Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 10, 2019, 06:06:42 pm
UAlbany women's lacrosse set to battle Stony Brook for 1st place
https://dailygazette.com/article/2019/04/10/ualbany-women-s-lacrosse-set-to-battle-stony-brook-for-1st-place

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Stony Brook has defeated UAlbany 12 consecutive times — and half of those wins have come in America East championship games.


UAlbany women's lacrosse tries to solve Stony Brook
https://www.timesunion.com/sports/article/UAlbany-women-s-lacrosse-tries-to-solve-Stony-13753990.php

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Zapolski chose the Great Danes over the Seawolves coming out of high school in Bayport, 14 miles from the Stony Brook campus.

Rowan worked as a UAlbany assistant the last time the Great Danes defeated Stony Brook, a 9-7 victory in the 2012 America East final.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 10, 2019, 06:07:19 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-wednesday-april-10

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2. Stony Brook women’s lacrosse picked up its biggest win of the season Tuesday at Homewood Field, scoring the final three goals to down No. 13 Johns Hopkins 12-9.

The Blue Jays got out to a 3-1 lead and controlled much of the first half until the Seawolves closed with two goals to take a 6-5 lead at the break.

Down 8-6, Johns Hopkins got goals from Maggie Schneidereith and Miranda Ibello to tie the game at 8-8. The teams traded goals before Stony Brook caught fire over the final 13 minutes to seal the game. Sara Moeller scored the final Seawolves goal — her third on the day. Ally Kennedy chipped in four goals and two assists.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 12, 2019, 11:02:15 pm
30 straight AE wins, beat ualBany 17-9 https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2019/4/12/womens-lacrosse-kennedys-career-day-pushes-stony-brook-to-top-of-the-america-east.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on April 13, 2019, 06:58:05 am
Beat USC Sunday and they should make the top 15, which will help for tournament seeding.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on April 14, 2019, 02:19:53 pm
A huge week for the women capped off with a home win vs #14 USC.  It was good to see TO back on the field for this one. Keep it going!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 15, 2019, 11:42:20 am
from 23 to 17: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/polls
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 15, 2019, 11:44:17 am
SUNDAY WRAP: STONY BROOK BEATS USC, JMU ESCAPES HOFSTRA, UMASS WINS A-10
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/sunday-wrap-stony-brook-beats-usc-jmu-escapes-hofstra-umass-wins-a-10

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What a week for Stony Brook.

The No. 19 Seawolves picked up their third win in six days — two of them against Top 20 teams — with a 12-10 victory over No. 16 USC on Sunday on Long Island.

Stony Brook, which won at Johns Hopkins on Tuesday and against league rival Albany on Friday, raced out to an early 4-0 lead only to see USC score the final five goals of the first half to knot the score 6-6 at the half.

USC’s Kelsey Huff scored less than a minute into the second half to push the Trojans’ scoring run to six straight goals and give USC its first lead of the game.

Stony Brook’s Nicole Barretta ended a 16-plus minute scoring drought for the Seawolves, tying the game 7-7 with 24:26 left in the second half.

Ally Kennedy restored the Stony Brook lead with 20:47 to play and then assisted on Siobhan Rafferty’s goal and added another of her own to complete a four-goal run that gave Stony Brook a 10-7 lead with 18:27 left.

USC got back within a goal twice, the last on Huff’s goal with 2:01 to play that made the score 11-10, but Kennedy sealed the victory when she beat a double team and raced to an open net and scored with 1:43 left.

Wheels! Ally Kennedy beats the double team and scores on the empty net to seal a 12-10 win for @StonyBrookWLAX over USC. Kennedy's fifth goal of the game. pic.twitter.com/vxESATZj4b

— US Lacrosse Magazine (@USLacrosseMag) April 14, 2019

Kennedy had five goals in the victory, Rafferty had three and Anna Tesoriero made 11 saves to register the win for Stony Brook (10-4).

Emily Concialdi and Huff each had three goals for USC (13-3).
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 15, 2019, 12:49:04 pm
Stony Brook women's lacrosse gets off to fast start to beat USC at home
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/stony-brook-usc-women-s-lacrosse-1.29806517

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The Seawolves have won six straight games after opening the season 4-4 just one year removed from making the quarterfinals of the NCAA Tournament in a 20-win season. Two of Stony Brook’s final three games will be in America East play, before the America East semifinals May 2.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 15, 2019, 04:57:27 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2019/4/15/womens-lacrosse-stony-brook-sweeps-america-east-weekly-awards.aspx

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BOSTON – Following a 3-0 week for the Stony Brook women's lacrosse team that included two wins over ranked opponents, the Seawolves swept the America East weekly awards.
 
Ally Kennedy (North Babylon, N.Y.) was named the Offensive Player of the Week following a dominate week that saw her record 22 points from 16 goals and six assists, six ground balls, two caused turnovers and 20 draw controls.
 
She had a career day against conference rival UAlbany on Friday, tallying a career-high 10 points from seven goals and three assists.
 
Bridget Considine (Rockville Centre, N.Y.) garnered Rookie of the Week nods after a four-point week, notching one goal and one assist against both the Great Danes and USC.
 
Anna Tesoriero (Huntington, N.Y.) was designated as the Defensive Player of the Week, earning all three wins in goal for the Seawolves. Tesoriero made 26 saves and picked up six ground balls while holding Johns Hopkins and UAlbany to nine goals and USC to 10.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 17, 2019, 11:41:26 am
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/princeton-florida-stanford-among-beneficiaries-from-stony-brooks-big-week

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Stony Brook’s 3-0 week, which included victories over ranked teams like Johns Hopkins and USC, caused a ripple effect throughout Division I.

Entering last week, the Seawolves were 38th in the RPI and 46th in strength-of-schedule. This meant that Stony Book appeared in our projections only as the America East champion and as a “significant loss” to Colorado. Significant losses are categorized as those to teams ranked 31st or worse in the RPI.

Three wins later, Stony Brook shot up 19 spots to No. 19.

Now, Stony Brook appears as a significant win for Princeton, Florida and Stanford, who benefited the most by grabbing its first significant win. Florida (12th) and Princeton (10th) moved up three and four places, respectively, in the RPI. Stony Brook becomes Stanford's first Top 20 win.

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Stony Brook has gained the most over the past two weeks in the S-Curve, which ranks the teams included in the NCAA tournament. The Seawolves’ win over USC moved its RPI up 18 spots gives them a strong at-large profile should they need it
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 18, 2019, 12:06:43 pm
WOMEN'S NOTEBOOK: STONY BROOK HAS FOUND ITS IDENTITY
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/womens-notebook-stony-brook-has-found-its-identity

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Ally Kennedy and Stony Brook have their identity and their confidence now, and that could make them a dangerous team in the coming month.

The junior midfielder was named the Brine/USL Player of the Week after scoring 22 combined points in wins over then-No. 13 Johns Hopkins, Albany and then-No. 16 USC to push the Seawolves’ winning streak to six games.

“Our defense is back to the identity of our team,” Spallina said. “I think we got away from it a little bit last year. When you have the type of offensive firepower we had you can sometimes get away from who you really are, and for us it’s that blue collar defense where we’re able to turn good defense into easy offense. For us, it was stripping it down and getting back to the original version of Stony Brook defense. It’s something that our kids take great pride in.”
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Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 20, 2019, 07:56:38 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2019/4/19/womens-lacrosse-no-17-stony-brook-cruises-past-binghamton-on-senior-day.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 23, 2019, 11:44:01 am
#16 https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/polls
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on April 23, 2019, 09:13:22 pm
Big road victory over Penn State today.  This team is clearly hitting its stride as the post season inches closer.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 25, 2019, 08:08:40 pm
kennedy makes the latest tewey list- very well deserved: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/tewaaraton-announces-the-25-men-s-and-women-s-2019-nominees/54357
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 25, 2019, 08:12:54 pm
GIVE AND GO WITH STONY BROOK'S ALLY KENNEDY
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/give-and-go-with-stony-brooks-ally-kennedy
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on April 28, 2019, 02:03:28 pm
Blowout away win over a good (10-5) UNH team. SB is playing like a Top 5 team again.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 28, 2019, 08:35:49 pm
before the game UNH was #2 i think in the AE.  it was 16-0 at half.

the closest any conference game got was about 8 goals.  17-9 over the UaLbaNy dane-ettes.

total AE scoring this year is: 128-32

tcb. GO SB
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Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 29, 2019, 11:54:51 am
#17 https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/rankings/maryland-takes-over-no-1-in-nike-usl-division-i-women%E2%80%99s-top-20
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 01, 2019, 09:03:53 pm
AE awards: https://americaeast.com/documents/2019/4/30//WLax_all_conference_2019.pdf?id=6566

defensive PoY: burns
midfielder of the year: kennedy
goalie of the year: tesoriero
1st team: ohlmiller, kennedy, rafferty, burns, tesoriero
2nd team: mccarthy, dillon, janelli
academic team: rafferty
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 02, 2019, 04:40:28 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2019/5/2/together-we-transform-blog-together-we-transform-thursday-may-2-2019.aspx?path=blog

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Our women took the first step toward their seventh-straight America East title by defeating UMBC earlier today by a score of 17-5.


https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2019/5/2/womens-lacrosse-stony-brook-tops-umbc-punches-ticket-to-america-east-title-game.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 04, 2019, 05:20:41 pm
Up 9 goals at the half over UAlbany.....taking care of business.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 04, 2019, 06:06:58 pm
just hit 20g with 4min left. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 04, 2019, 08:34:19 pm
Not sure this is a national championship caliber team like last year but they I think they’re good enough to make it to the semifinals.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 04, 2019, 08:42:03 pm
Coach Spallina pulled no punches in post-game press conference. He called out Albany for what he described as  dirty and “borderline dangerous” play at  times. He also noted that his team found extra motivation by what they  perceived as a lack of respect by some of the AE conference awards that were handed out this year. With that said, it’s been an impressive run. I hope this team can make some serious noise in the tourney. Go SB!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 04, 2019, 09:00:19 pm
for whatever it's worth- ive seen the same thing from other ualBaNy sports- the fans too- the grads- the parents- it's an infection up there.  he's right.

when we play them, it's literally good guys vs bad guys.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 05, 2019, 08:12:01 pm
As expected, the farce that is the selection committee did us no favors again. Bring it on. Go SB.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 05, 2019, 08:39:50 pm
They can and should beat JMU, but having #1 Maryland next is tough. However, if memory serves me correctly they met #1 Maryland in the same bracket two years ago and lost in the closing minutes by one goal. Maybe this time will be different.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 05, 2019, 09:03:43 pm
What a lock-down in the America East. Let's go get em ladies!!!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 06, 2019, 01:57:35 pm
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/lacrosse/ncaa-lacrosse-tournament-stony-brook-1.30718435

https://www.whsv.com/content/sports/JMU-Heads-to-College-Park-Will-Face-Stony-Brook-in-NCAA-First-Round-509517111.html

https://www.ncaa.com/news/lacrosse-women/article/2019-05-05/di-womens-lacrosse-bracket-takeaways-acc-dominates-5
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 09, 2019, 11:47:09 am
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/weekend-watch-ncaa-division-i-womens-tournament-edition

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The defending national champions, owners of a nine-game winning streak and one of the hottest teams in the country, play Stony Brook, a team that’s scorching in its own right, in the first round of the NCAA Division I women’s lacrosse tournament. The winner gets No. 1 overall seed Maryland on Sunday.

JAMES MADISON VS. STONY BROOK
WHEN: FRIDAY, MAY 10, 4 P.M.
WHERE: COLLEGE PARK, MD.
WATCH: BTN2GO

Two mid-major programs with lofty goals each year reunite Seawolves coach Joe Spallina with Dukes assistant coach Dorrien Van Dyke, one of the top players in Stony Brook history from 2014-17.
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Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 09, 2019, 12:13:49 pm
https://news.stonybrook.edu/athletics/117538/

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With the win, the Seawolves punched its ticket to the NCAA tournament and will go head-to-head with reigning national champion James Madison in the first round of the NCAA tournament this Friday, May 10, at Maryland.

“I could not be prouder of this group,” said head coach Joe Spallina.  “I think our kids were fired up to show people how dominant we are. I think this game in my time was the finest championship performance we’ve had.”

The win over Albany was Stony Brook’s 11th in a row and 11th scoring 15-plus goals.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 09, 2019, 03:48:26 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2019/5/9/together-we-transform-blog-together-we-transform-thursday-may-9-2019.aspx?path=blog

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Each women's lacrosse season, I am reminded of the words that Joe Spallina shared with me at our initial meeting back in 2014:
 
"We've got the America East on lockdown."
 
Truer words were never spoken.
 
That lockdown continued on Saturday when our women's lacrosse team claimed the America East championship for the seventh consecutive season by steamrolling Albany 21-7. It's been an amazing run that doesn't appear to be slowing down anytime soon.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: OldSeawolf on May 10, 2019, 04:07:30 pm
So I’m on BTN2Go app and selecting jmu/sbu game and its showing me Jacksonville/ Mich game. What gives?
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: OldSeawolf on May 10, 2019, 04:20:49 pm
Looks like someone forget to turn on the feed. UPDATE: looks like game delayed with pending T-storms.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 10, 2019, 05:21:22 pm
1-0 SB so it must have started
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: OldSeawolf on May 10, 2019, 05:26:33 pm
It’s on BTN2Go now for free. Video, but no announcers.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 10, 2019, 05:27:26 pm
it mustve stopped again.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 10, 2019, 05:31:23 pm
2-1 SB

https://www.btn2go.com/game/ncaa-1st-round-james-madison-vs-stony-brook
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 10, 2019, 06:45:40 pm
We are within one.  Seeing some uncharacteristically bad passes, dropped passes and questionable shots from us.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 10, 2019, 07:06:50 pm
While this has been an awesome game, we are getting dominated in the draw circle. It’s not even close.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 10, 2019, 07:19:41 pm
Barretta with the put away goal in OT! Outstanding game.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 10, 2019, 07:20:16 pm
Great win. Good they didn’t take it deep into OT since Maryland will have fresh legs on Sunday.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 10, 2019, 10:05:15 pm
nice win ladies- that's the defending national champ.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: VA_Seawolf on May 11, 2019, 06:34:23 pm
I'm still upset we didn't win it all last year. Hoping for the huge upset tomorrow and at the very least going on a huge run.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 11, 2019, 06:50:11 pm
Maybe that will motivate them even more
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 12, 2019, 12:15:12 pm
15 min in and it's 4-0 SB.  over #1 maryland

https://www.ncaa.com/game/lacrosse-women/d1/2019/05/12/stony-brook-maryland
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: guest369 on May 12, 2019, 12:45:45 pm
Now they’re just bleeding points. They have to get it together.

It’s 8-6 now... ugly.
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Post by: Triple Lindy on May 12, 2019, 03:40:34 pm
Didn’t get to watch but obviously a disappointing outcome. Anyone have any feedback? How was the officiating this time around? I recall when we played them in the tourney two years ago, the officials went out of their way to give UMD every edge. (Something like 20 to 2 in the whistle calls in that game)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 12, 2019, 04:21:13 pm
Same story this year. Of especial note was Ally Kennedy getting tossed with two yellow cards. The second one was for her stick tapping a player as Kennedy’s shot followed through on a goal, so not only was the goal taken away but they lost their best player for most of the second half. Maryland was the better team but players should not be ejected for an unintentional penalty when simply shooting at the net. If they’re going to call that, make it three penalties and out rather than two.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 12, 2019, 04:33:39 pm
lax mafia, strikes again.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 12, 2019, 04:49:36 pm
Same story this year. Of especial note was Ally Kennedy getting tossed with two yellow cards. The second one was for her stick tapping a player as Kennedy’s shot followed through on a goal, so not only was the goal taken away but they lost their best player for most of the second half. Maryland was the better team but players should not be ejected for an unintentional penalty when simply shooting at the net. If they’re going to call that, make it three penalties and out rather than two.
Wow. That is shameful.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: The Voice since 1988 on May 12, 2019, 08:37:36 pm
Stony Brook got robbed. Blatantly. They rattle off four goals and all of a sudden start getting called for ticky-tack fouls. 10 in the first half alone.

Then Ally Kennedy gets two chicken-poop yellow cards and it's over. I forget who it was, but one of our players got a yellow for retaliating from an uncalled stick in the face.

These refs should never be let near a women's lacrosse game again. This was such highway robbery I played "Stick Up" at the end of the game.

YouTube: https://youtu.be/tKG5Fx4H2tM
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 13, 2019, 01:24:21 pm
https://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/terps/bs-sp-college-lacrosse-maryland-women-stony-brook-ncaa-tournament-second-round-20190512-story.html

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But the offense sorely missed junior midfielder Ally Kennedy, who led the team in goals (84), points (99) and draw controls (118) but drew her second yellow card with 27:51 left in the second half and was forced to sit out the rest of the game.

Coach Joe Spallina questioned the officials’ decisions to waive off an apparent goal by junior attacker Taryn Ohlmiller because of a dangerous follow-through and another by Kennedy that would have given the Seawolves leads of 7-5 and 7-6, respectively.

“For a team like us, those have got to be goals,” he said. “At 6-6, we got 7-6 disallowed, and then it was 7-6 the other way. That’s a two-goal swing. So that’s tough for us because we have to fight for every little inch. Top to bottom, they’ve got Maseratis and Porsches. … We can’t endure that.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 13, 2019, 01:48:58 pm
There has to be protection for defenders against sticks following through during shot attempts, but when a player takes a pass and shoots, that's a part of the game. If that's going to incur a yellow card, it shouldn't result in a player (let alone a key one) ejected and changing the game outcome.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 13, 2019, 07:53:54 pm
Article in Newsday has a similar quote from Coach Spallina referencing Maryland as having “ Ferrari’s and Maseratis” from top to bottom. However, the quote in  Newsday goes further on to where Spallina calls our program a “a mom and pop shop” by comparison.  Not sure it helps build the brand when you are referring to your program as a mom and pop shop. I get it. I think we all get it. But I’m not sure how some of his players might feel about it. Despite that loss, we still have top-tier D-1 players on this roster. Nobody has the depth that a Maryland has. They are the standard.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 13, 2019, 08:05:51 pm
Agreed, Spallina slipped up saying that.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: guest369 on May 13, 2019, 08:12:15 pm
I don’t like that quote at all, but I’ll give Spallina the benefit of the doubt and believe he was referring to the wealth and power gap between the ACC and the America East. WLAX is pretty much the only sport of ours where the mom-and-pop store comment makes zero sense, because mom-and-Pop stores aren’t consistent presences in the top 10 of polls for the last half decade.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: The Voice since 1988 on May 13, 2019, 09:45:10 pm
Maryland's depth is better than SB's, but they weren't #1 in the country most of last year. And Albany held the top spot for the men.

So if you want to call men's basketball and football mom-and-pop compared to a Big Ten school, go ahead. In the other sports, EVERYBODY is mom-and-pop. There really isn't that much difference between Stony Brook and the big-conference schools in lacrosse, baseball and softball. The latter two are held back more by geography than anything else. When it's 47 degrees on May 13, kids want to play in warmer weather.

And Johns Hopkins throws the theory out the window entirely, being so dominant in lacrosse over the years despite being Division III in all other sports. Though I do think that's catching up with them a little nowadays.

Then you have the seedings. Why the hell did SB get a #5 seed last year and basically the lowest seed in the tournament this year? Teams they beat or lost close games to got easier brackets.

I see a pattern here and if people want to take the high road at least officially, I understand, but I see a major problem in the culture of women's lacrosse that needs to change. It reminds me of figure skating.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 15, 2019, 06:10:30 pm
these just came out:

PHOTO GALLERY: STONY BROOK VS. JAMES MADISON (NCAA WOMEN)
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/photos/photo-gallery-stony-brook-vs-james-madison-ncaa-women

Women’s Lacrosse season ends with loss to Maryland
https://www.sbstatesman.com/2019/05/15/womens-lacrosse-season-ends-with-loss-to-maryland/

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Tml on May 15, 2019, 08:04:31 pm
I’m sure you’d agree that he gets a pass given what he’s accomplished.  :)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 22, 2019, 03:27:52 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2019/5/21/womens-lacrosse-four-seawolves-earn-iwlca-all-region-honors.aspx

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Four Seawolves Earn IWLCA All-Region Honors

Ally Kennedy (North Babylon, N.Y.) and Mackenzie Burns (West Sayville, N.Y.) earned Mid Atlantic Region First Team honors while Taryn Ohlmiller (Islip, N.Y.) and Anna Tesoriero (Huntington, N.Y.) were named to the Second Team.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 26, 2019, 08:13:38 pm
If you’re gonna lose, best do it to the eventual national champs, Maryland.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 28, 2019, 03:39:05 pm
not a lot of love: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/2019-di-women-s-media-all-americans/54687

THIRD TEAM
M: Ally Kennedy, Stony Brook, Jr.

HONORABLE MENTION
Defense: Mackenzie Burns, Stony Brook, Sr.;
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 28, 2019, 09:04:28 pm
I guess you aren’t worthy of  First or Second team All-American recognition playing at Stony Brook unless you are shattering NCAA all-time records. What a joke.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 12, 2019, 12:26:09 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/way-early-2020-rankings-no-15-11-division-i-women

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WAY-EARLY 2020 RANKINGS: NO. 15-11 (DIVISION I WOMEN)

NO. 13 STONY BROOK
2019 record: 16-5 (7-0 America East)

Last seen: Getting outscored 14-2 over the past 47 minutes in a NCAA second round loss to eventual champion Maryland

Senior starters lost: 137 of 252 (54.4 percent)

Senior scoring departing: 92 of 310 (29.7 percent)

Initial forecast: Stony Brook graduates a slew of quality starters, many of which provided supporting roles. The most visible loss is four-year starting goalkeeper Anna Tesoreiro, but defensive stalwarts Mackenzie Burns (31gb, 25ct) and Carlee Janelli (37gb, 22ct) will also be difficult to replace. All-American Ally Kennedy (84g, 124dc) is the centerpiece to the Seawolves with Taryn Olhmiller (36g, 35a) proving she can quarterback the offense. Her health is certainly a concern following her ACL tear in 2018 and missing five games in 2019. Siobhan Rafferty (50g, 8a) rounds out the top trio of scorers that will terrorize opposing defenses once again.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 12, 2019, 08:46:04 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2019/6/12/womens-lacrosse-kennedy-named-iwlca-first-team-all-american.aspx

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Kennedy Named IWLCA First Team All-American

GRAND LAKE, Colo. – Ally Kennedy (North Babylon, N.Y.) has been announced as a First Team All-American by the Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches' Association on Wednesday night.
 
Kennedy had a tremendous junior campaign in 2019, pacing the Seawolves squad with 100 points from 84 goals and 16 assists. Her season tallies in goals, points, draw controls (124) and ground balls (47) are all top-10 marks in program history.
 
The Tewaaraton Award nominee paced the nation in shots on goal per game (6.95) while also ranking within the top-15 in six additional statistical categories.
 
This isn't the first time Kennedy has received All-American status from the IWLCA as the two-time America East Midfielder of the Year achieved Second Team All-American status in 2018. In May, Kennedy was also tabbed as an Inside Lacrosse Third Team Media All-American.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 13, 2019, 11:40:38 am
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/way-ahead-look-at-div-i-ranks-2020-contenders-sleepers/54824

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Way-Ahead Look at Div. I Ranks: 2020 Contenders & Sleepers

’20 National Title Sleepers 

Stony Brook
There will be fewer questions that start with, “What are you going to do without..,” for the Seawolves entering ’20. Stony Brook won 16 games, including the America East title against Albany by a football score (21-7) and an overtime victory over then-defending champion James Madison in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, despite losing its two leading scorers from ‘18. Maryland sent Stony Brook packing with a 17-8 loss in the second round. Rising senior Ally Kennedy carded out in the second half of that game, but not before notching her team-best 100th point. Siobhan Rafferty (50 G, 8 A) and Taryn Ohlmiller (36 G, 35 A) rounded out the top three in scoring and will return. Rayna Sabella is also back. Sabella was fifth on the team in goals with 19, and her overtime assist to then-senior Nicole Barretta pushed SBU past James Madison in the tournament. Key losses include Keri McCarthy (80 DCs) and Mackenzie Burns (35 DCs), who were second and third on the team, respectively, in draws, but Kennedy led the way in the circle with 124 draws. Burns was also second to Haley Dillon in caused turnovers with 25. Dillon will return on defense after causing 33 turnovers as a sophomore, her first year starting. The Seawolves will also need to go about replacing three-time America East Goalie of the Year Anna Tesoriero, who was third nationally in GAA at 8.13. A large group of the team’s core players return, which means Stony Brook will likely avoid another slow start to the season. The Seawolves went 4-4 out of the gate before rattling of 12-straight wins in ’19, something head coach Joe Spallina attributed largely to needing game experience. They’ll have it in February ’20, and a solid, beginning-to-end resume should put this team in a position to make noise in May.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 25, 2019, 03:22:03 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-friday-june-14

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5. The WPLL’s Brave called up four players from the player pool.

Midfielder Gianna Bowe (North Carolina), attacker Emily Gillingham (Towson), goalie Hayley Hicklen (Florida) and midfielder Dorrien Van Dyke (Stony Brook) will join the team this weekend. They replace Jenna Collins, Ellie DeGarmo, Kelsey Sheridan and Taylor Thornton, who were unable to commit to the WPLL for the 2019 season, the league announced Thursday.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 25, 2019, 03:22:59 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/pro/wpll/wpll-notebook-the-good-fight-ko%E2%80%99s-efficiency-and-megan-taylor%E2%80%99s-debut
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EIGHT IS ENOUGH
With five goals Sunday, Ohlmiller improved her WPLL-leading goal total to eight. The former Stony Brook and current Team USA standout added two assists.

Ohlmiller scored her five goals on just six shots — the prettiest of which was a behind-the-back beauty that landed Ohlmiller on “SportsCenter.” Again.

Ohlmiller was named the WPLL Player of the Game.  She was a unanimous 2018 WPLL All-Star.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 27, 2019, 05:10:37 pm
https://www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/highschool/article/Lacrosse-working-to-gain-acceptance-in-Texas-14048024.php#photo-17752639

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Kylie Ohlmiller, Women’s Professional Lacrosse League player, coaches campers during the Myles Jones and Kylie Ohlmiller Pro Lacrosse camps at the Fort Bend Christian Academy in Sugar Land, Tuesday, June 18, 2019.Photo: Juan Figueroa, Houston Chronicle / Staff photographer

behind-the-back passes to ball hunts in the summer heat, a couple of lacrosse pros were the center of attention for the wide-eyed kids wanting to freshen up their skills at the Myles Jones and Kylie Ohlmiller Pro Lacrosse Camps.

Ohlmiller, who played in college at Stony Brook and is now in the Women’s Professional Lacrosse League, added that one of the major issues with why lacrosse isn’t as popular as football or basketball is because it’s an expensive sport. Even so, she uses her platform to fundraise and provide equipment to those who are unable to afford it so they can have the opportunity to play.

“Everyone starts from somewhere,” Ohlmiller said. “I know every sport has started from somewhere, might have been 100 years ago for certain sports, right, but right now is the time for lacrosse.”
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Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 02, 2019, 11:40:43 am
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/fight-bringing-team-usa-offense-to-the-wpll/54965

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Against the Command, Kylie Ohlmiller set the tone with a hat trick in the first quarter, finishing with five goals and two assists. With Dowd quarterbacking the offense and Sam Apuzzo assisting on draws, Cummings kept the offense rolling with five goals. And the team did not have Kayla Treanor suited up that game; a terrifying thought of all those offensive players together from Team USA on the same WPLL team.

In total on that Sunday in Baltimore, Ohlmiller, Cummings, Dowd and Apuzzo combined for 19 of the team’s 24 points, including all 13 goals by designated starters.

The creativity has shown on the field. During its game with the Command, Ohlmiller had a goal that landed her on SportsCenter’s top-10, a falling, behind the back shot, that also went behind the back of her defender, for a score. Later, Dowd threw a high pass towards Cummings on the goal circle.  Cummings leapt, caught the ball, show and scored, all before landing for the alley-oop.

“It gives us an opportunity to showcase everyone’s strengths, I’m so lucky to get to play with such talented players to work our chemistry and our creativity with our group,” said Ohlmiller.

Such play has led the Fight to be in first place in the WPLL at a perfect 3-0 after the first three weekends. The Fight has guaranteed a share of the regular season title with all other teams having one win or fewer and has defeated every team that has a victory.

“Everyone out here is a stud, everyone is so talented,” said Ohlmiller. “It is about respecting the teams that we play and respecting everyone that you play with. Everybody has a superpower out there.”

On the offensive end, the Fight has scored 31 goals in its last two games, totaling 37 on the year.  Ohlmiller leads the league with eight goals while Cummings and Dowd are tied for second with seven each.  Cummings is the total draw control leader in the league with 14, having six vs. the Command.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 02, 2019, 09:20:31 pm
IWCLA D1 ALL-AMERICANS
http://fanlax.com/fanlax/2019/07/02/d1-women-lacrosse/

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First Team
Ally Kennedy   Stony Brook   Jr.   M
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 19, 2019, 09:53:32 pm
https://thesundevils.com/news/2019/7/17/womens-lacrosse-lacrosse-adds-dorrien-van-dyke-as-assistant-coach.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 23, 2019, 10:05:06 am
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/give-go-joe-spallina-wears-many-hats-and-recently-suits

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GIVE & GO: JOE SPALLINA WEARS MANY HATS (AND RECENTLY, SUITS)

WHAT WAS YOUR SENIOR QUOTE IN YOUR HIGH SCHOOL YEARBOOK?
It was weak, but I guess it has followed me around. “Winning isn’t everything; it’s the only thing.”

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE INSPIRATIONAL QUOTATION?
“Let whoever think whatever; just keep getting better.” It’s big at Stony Brook.

WHO’S YOUR FAVORITE ATHLETE?
Pro: Kylie Ohlmiller. College: Ally Kennedy. High school: Joey Spallina.

IT’S 2029 — WHERE ARE YOU AND WHAT ARE YOU DOING?
Retired, sitting on my boat, feet up reading a newspaper with the music on in the sun. Reality, probably watching my kids play somewhere.

(https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/sites/default/files/images/articles/19StonyBrookJMU-WD1-JS326.jpg)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on July 23, 2019, 12:32:09 pm
Fabulous photo
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on July 25, 2019, 11:36:56 am
It looks like Spallina added a goalie transfer from Rutgers. Goalie was going to be a big question mark next season. This is good news.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 25, 2019, 02:09:57 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2019/7/24/womens-lacrosse-stony-brook-adds-transfer-halsall-to-2020-roster.aspx

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 25, 2019, 02:11:02 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2019/7/24/womens-lacrosse-stony-brook-named-iwlca-academic-honor-squad.aspx

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Stony Brook Named IWLCA Academic Honor Squad

GRAND LAKE, Colo. – The Stony Brook women's lacrosse team has earned a spot on the IWLCA's Zag Sports Academic Honor Squad list, the IWLCA announced on Wednesday. In addition, Nicole Barretta (Exton, Pa.) and Sydney Gagnon (Dunbarton, N.H.) were named to the Zag Sports Academic Honor Roll.

The Seawolves were tabbed as one of 312 schools across Division I, II, III, and NAIA to earn the academic distinction. To qualify for the honor, a program must maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher for the academic year.
 
Individually, Barretta, a graduate student studying Higher Education and Administration, and Gagnon, a junior majoring in business, earned spots on the academic honor roll following an excellent year in the classroom.

The IWLCA honored 509 student-athletes from 100 different institutions on this year's honor roll. To be eligible for this honor, student-athletes must be a junior, senior, or graduate student and have earned a cumulative academic GPA of 3.50 or greater.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 25, 2019, 02:12:59 pm
https://www.ncaa.com/news/lacrosse-women/article/2019-07-19/way-early-womens-lacrosse-top-25-rankings-2020-season

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The way early women's lacrosse top 25 rankings for the 2020 season

12. Stony Brook
2019 record: 16-5 (7-0 America East)

Stony Brook is one of the dominant forces of the modern era, making seven straight NCAA tournament appearances. But the relatively heavy losses the Seawolves took on the defensive end after the 2019 season is the reason they are marked outside of the top 10 on this list. Despite Mackenzie Burns (25 caused turnovers), Carlee Janelli (22 caused turnovers) and netminder Anna Tesoreiro all taking graduating from the program, Stony Brook's attack is still a daunting matchup for its opponents. Keeping dual threats Ally Kennedy (84 goals, 124 draw controls), Siobhan Rafferty (50 goals) and Taryn Olhmiller (36 goals, 35 assists) could keep the ball out of the defensive end of the field anyway. The Seawolves will be just fine and could find their way in our top 10 if they knock off ranked non-conference opponents early in the regular season.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 25, 2019, 02:15:13 pm
https://www.ncaa.com/news/lacrosse-women/article/2019-07-11/leading-career-goal-scorers-di-womens-lacrosse-history?utm_campaign=article-carousel

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The leading career goal scorers in DI women's lacrosse history

Courtney Murphy, Stony Brook (2014-18), 87 games — 341 goals

Kylie Ohlmiller, Stony Brook (2015-18), 84 games — 252 goals
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on July 26, 2019, 10:29:51 am
Looks like one of our starting defenders from 2019 decided to transfer to Oregon. That’s the second player in two years to transfer out to Oregon. Oh well. Hopefully We have the depth on D to plug someone else right in without skipping a beat.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 28, 2019, 03:07:06 pm
Veterans get second chance to shine in Women's Professional Lacrosse League championship
http://www.espn.com/espnw/sports/article/27255545/veterans-get-second-chance-shine-women-professional-lacrosse-league-championship

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The first time WPLL Fight attacker Kylie Ohlmiller met lacrosse legend Katrina Dowd she was 15 years old and a 10th-grader at Islip High School in New York. She was a lacrosse nerd even back then, never going three sentences without bringing up lacrosse. She and her friends decided to take a trip to Stony Brook University -- where Ohlmiller would eventually end up playing NCAA lacrosse for four years -- to watch Northwestern vs. Maryland in the NCAA women's lacrosse final four.

"I was the girl that saw this legend [Dowd] and wanted to continue playing the sport," Ohlmiller said. "I want to be that person that pushes a young girl to pick up a sport and play the game. That's how we keep the circle alive."


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Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 10, 2019, 10:34:54 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/u19-women/usa-and-canada-u19-teams-set-for-gold-medal-showdown

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The Canadians scored five straight goals, the last three of them, including the game-winning goal, by Stony Brook’s Shonly Wallace to be beat England 10-7 and set up a title game showdown against the United States on Saturday at 3 p.m. (Eastern). The game will be live streamed on both Lax Sports Network and the Olympic Channel.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on August 23, 2019, 01:30:04 pm
Shonly Wallace now playing for University of Oregon and no longer a Seawolf.  That now makes 3 players  in the past two years to jump ship to Oregon specifically. Unfortunate. She was a stud in the UA All America game coming out of high school.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 14, 2019, 09:06:22 pm
MICHIGAN WORKHORSE MOLLY GARRETT HEADED TO FALL CLASSIC WITH TEAM USA
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/michigan-workhorse-molly-garrett-headed-to-fall-classic-with-team-usa

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Garrett is one of five current collegiate players on Jenny Levy’s roster along with Syracuse’s Emily Hawryschuk, Stony Brook’s Ally Kennedy, Southern California’s Kerrigan Miller and North Carolina’s Emma Trenchard.
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Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 17, 2019, 01:30:44 pm
WHAT TO WATCH AT FALL CLASSIC
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/what-to-watch-at-fall-classic

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KYLIE OHLMILLER IS KNOWN EQUALLY FOR HER STAGGERING NUMBERS AT STONY BROOK – AN NCAA RECORD 498 CAREER POINTS — AND HER ELECTRIFYING STICK WORK

Kylie Ohlmiller, USA: Ohlmiller narrowly missed making the 2017 U.S. team roster while still a collegian and has become a fixture of the U.S. team program the last couple of years. Ohlmiller is known equally for her staggering numbers at Stony Brook – an NCAA record 498 career points — and her electrifying stick work. Combining that with the creative offensive minds like Katrina Dowd, Kayla Treanor and Michelle Tumolo is a sight to behold.

(https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/sites/default/files/images/articles/kylie-ohmiller-usa-casey-valentine.jpg)
Kylie Ohlmiller leads the U.S. women's team will against Canada in the first matchup between the two teams since the 2017 International World Games in Poland.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on November 19, 2019, 01:50:24 pm
GIVE & GO: SISTERHOOD AND SKITTLES WITH KYLIE OHLMILLER
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/senior-women/give-go-sisterhood-and-skittles-with-kylie-ohlmiller

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WHAT WAS YOUR SENIOR QUOTE IN YOUR HIGH SCHOOL YEARBOOK?
“See you on ESPN.” Wrote it as a joke. Didn’t think it would ever actually happen!

WHO IS YOUR ROLE MODEL?
She might be younger than me, but I’ve always looked up to my sister Taryn, for always being true to who she is.

(https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/sites/default/files/images/articles/ko-give-go-josh-rottman_2.jpg)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on November 20, 2019, 08:32:36 pm
Kennedy Heads to Presidents Cup with Team USA
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2019/11/20/womens-lacrosse-kennedy-heads-to-presidents-cup-with-team-usa.aspx

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STONY BROOK, N.Y. – Senior Ally Kennedy (North Babylon, N.Y.) will head to sunny West Palm Beach, Florida, this weekend to play at the IWLCA Presidents Cup with the United States National Team. All of the action at the cup is set to begin this Friday, Nov. 22 and go through Sunday, Nov. 24.
 
Kennedy is just one of five current collegiate players to be invited to play on Team USA's 27-women training roster by head coach Jenny Levy. She is also one of three Seawolves on the roster as she'll be joined by former teammates Kylie Ohlmiller ('18) and Mackenzie Burns ('19).
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 05, 2019, 08:29:30 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/photos/behind-the-lens-a-look-at-the-top-lacrosse-photos-of-2019

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BEHIND THE LENS: A LOOK AT THE TOP LACROSSE PHOTOS OF 2019

RIGHT PLACE, RIGHT (ON) TIME
BY JOHN STROHSACKER

The bus driver for the Stony Brook women's lacrosse team — known affectionately as Oz — rushed onto the field at Maryland to hoist Seawolves coach Joe Spallina onto his shoulder and celebrate a 10-9 win over defending NCAA champion James Madison in an NCAA tournament game May 10. The shocked expressions on the Stony Brook players' faces rivals that of Spallina.

I try to position myself at end of game to get players reacting toward their bench or to capture game stat leaders with their coaches or other players. I try to catch moments when they happen between players and with coaches and refs.

As Bill Belichick would say, just do your job.


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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 13, 2019, 11:35:23 am
pickel gets a mention for the top 100: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/recruiting/rankinglist/8
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 18, 2019, 03:46:35 pm
#12 https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2019/12/18/womens-lacrosse-stony-brook-womens-lax-checks-in-at-no-12-in-inside-lacrosse-face-off-yearbook-top-20.aspx

#12 https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2019/12/18/womens-lacrosse-seawolves-ranked-12th-in-nike-us-lacrosse-division-i-preseason-womens-lax-poll.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on December 18, 2019, 03:49:12 pm
Starting off the season as a Pre Season 12 is great !   Now to get their schedule posted .
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: guest369 on December 18, 2019, 04:16:05 pm
They started out 4-4 which I can attest to struggling to adapt to a Ohlmiller/Murphy-less team. Then they won 12 in a row. I have higher hopes.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on December 19, 2019, 12:13:17 pm
Women’s 2020 schedule is out and it is certainly a challenging one.  It will be interesting to see who will handle the draw controls this year and whether the goalie transfer from Rutgers can fill the void.  Expect some highly touted freshman to have an immediate impact as well.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 19, 2019, 03:11:28 pm
wow, where's the easy game in there!?!?! https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2019/12/19/womens-lacrosse-stony-brook-womens-lax-announces-2020-schedule.aspx

this will be a good test.  not sure ANY team at SB has ever played this tough a schedule.  good job on spallina putting this together.  bound to knock off more than a few of those.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 27, 2019, 02:41:21 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2019/12/27/the-franchise-i-feel-very-strongly-she-is-the-best-player-in-college-womens-lacrosse.aspx

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STONY BROOK, N.Y. — If you want to know how much senior midfielder Ally Kennedy means to Stony Brook women's lacrosse, simply scroll through the contacts in head coach Joe Spallina's cell phone.

"I feel very strongly in saying that she is the best player in college women's lacrosse," said Spallina, whose seven-time-defending America East champion squad opens the 2020 season on Feb. 12 at second-ranked Syracuse. "What we ask her to do for our team is unparalleled — from being a captain, to running the offense and defense, to leading our draw team. She checks every box for us and leads us with goals, assists, draw controls, ground balls and, most importantly, in hustle. All of her success is due to her work ethic and love for the game.""Team-wise, I will not settle for anything less than a national championship," Kennedy said. "That's always going to be the goal."
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 08, 2020, 06:02:39 pm
Women’s Lax Head Coach Joe Spallina to be Inducted into Suffolk Sports Hall of Fame
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2020/1/8/womens-lacrosse-womens-lax-head-coach-joe-spallina-to-be-inducted-into-suffolk-sports-hall-of-fame.aspx

if my math is right- spallina's first year (2012) he went to the title game (losing to ualBanY) and then has won every title since.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 13, 2020, 05:47:38 pm
2020 Face-Off Yearbook: Women's DI Preseason Player of the Year Watch
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/2020-face-off-yearbook-women-s-di-preseason-player-of-the-year-watch/55783

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Ally Kennedy, M, Stony Brook, Sr.
Stony Brook was streaky early in 2019 before the Seawolves were able to find consistency and hit stride in April and May. Kennedy’s production never wavered throughout, posting a career-high 100 points (84G, 16A) in addition to grabbing 124 draws, 47 groundballs and causing 15 turnovers. Entering the 2020 as one of the—if not the—top midfielders in the nation, her odds of taking home a trophy that’s been awarded more often than not to players at her position looks strong.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 19, 2020, 07:57:58 am
NCAA LACROSSE PREVIEW: NO. 12 STONY BROOK (WOMEN)
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/ncaa-lacrosse-preview-no-12-stony-brook-women

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“She had a little bit of an attitude,” Spallina said. “I saw it, too, with the heart of a lion who is super competitive. Surround me with a group of kids with that attitude and that mindset, and we’re going to win a lot of games.”

The Seawolves have certainly won games, posting a combined record of 56-8 in Kennedy’s three seasons with the program, and although her future always seemed bright, the beginning of her career was rocky.

Kennedy and Spallina “butt heads” early on. Spallina, who prides himself just as much on teaching as he does on coaching, saw her potential and sought ways to bring it out. He said Kennedy didn’t always accept the style in which he went about doing so.

“That’s one of the things when you see something in a player, it’s your job as a coach and as a professional to get the best out of them,” Spallina said. “Player development is so important to us here, making a good player great.”

TEWAARATON WATCH
ALLY KENNEDY, M, SR.
She was a Tewaaraton nominee last year and an IWLCA first team All-American. She’s fourth in program history in goals (171) and seventh in points (221), not to mention her 195 draw controls ranking third all-time. She scored at least three goals in 17 of 21 games last season, and her speed is second to none.

ENEMY LINES
“Everybody else kind of hates them. I have a really high level of respect for what Joe and his staff do over there. I think their buy-in is absolutely incredible.”

“They kind of have an attitude or a swagger about them. They are fighting for every single ball like it’s their last. I think they play extremely hard.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 19, 2020, 07:59:52 am
HERE ARE 10 OFFENSIVE IMPACT PLAYERS TO WATCH IN THE 2020 WOMEN'S LACROSSE SEASON
https://www.ncaa.com/news/lacrosse-women/article/2020-01-16/top-offensive-impact-players-returning-2020-womens-lacrosse

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Ally Kennedy, Stony Brook — senior midfield

Kennedy is another Tewaraaton nominee and first team All-American on this list. This midfielder is crazy good. Kennedy averaged 4 goals per game last season which ranks sixth in the nation. She is also sixth in the nation in total goals with 84. She makes her presence known inside the eight and shoots from just about anywhere. Stony Brook's tournament run was cut short by Maryland last season, but Kennedy is coming back for more. 

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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 22, 2020, 09:33:29 pm
Ally Kennedy, Taryn Ohlmiller Named Inside Lacrosse Preseason All-Americans
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2020/1/22/womens-lacrosse-ally-kennedy-taryn-ohlmiller-named-inside-lacrosse-preseason-all-americans.aspx

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 27, 2020, 01:16:36 pm
Women’s Lax Tied for 12th in IWLCA Preseason Coaches Poll
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2020/1/27/womens-lacrosse-womens-lax-tied-for-12th-in-iwlca-preseason-coaches-poll.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 28, 2020, 05:47:44 pm
Women’s Lacrosse Tops America East Preseason Poll
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2020/1/28/womens-lacrosse-tops-america-east-preseason-poll.aspx

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For the eighth-straight year the Stony Brook women's lacrosse team has been selected as the favorite in the America East preseason poll, the conference announced on Tuesday.
 
The Seawolves received all seven possible first-place votes for a grand total of 49 points to take the top spot. UAlbany is behind Stony Brook with one first-place vote and 42 points. New Hampshire rounds out the top three with 35 points.
 
The seven-time reigning America East champions have been ranked No. 12 in all three major national polls heading into the 2020 season.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 01, 2020, 07:02:26 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2020/2/1/womens-lacrosse-kennedy-named-one-of-the-top-collegiate-players-by-inside-lacrosse.aspx

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Ally Kennedy Named Among Top Collegiate Players by Inside Lacrosse

Kennedy was ranked sixth.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 05, 2020, 06:46:26 pm
interview with ohlmiller: https://www.ftfnext.com/videos/2020-laxcon-interviews-kylie-ohmiller


'Us vs. Everybody,' a Season with Stony Brook Women's Lacrosse, Set to Premiere on LSN
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2020/2/5/-us-vs-everybody-a-season-with-stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-set-to-premiere-on-lsn.aspx

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Episode 1 features fans getting all access to head coach Joe Spallina's Day 1 address to his team. Spallina lays out how he expects every student-athlete on the squad to play with the urgency of a senior.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 10, 2020, 06:49:40 pm
SB went up 1-0 on #2 SU, in the Dome.  Then down 6-2.  Then up 11-9. 

14min left, live stats here: https://stonybrookathletics.com/sidearmstats/wlax/play-by-play
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 10, 2020, 06:52:45 pm
13-9, with 13min left.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on February 10, 2020, 06:57:28 pm
Now 14-9  with under 12 minutes left . Nice to see a SBU team playing big time teams and rolling .
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 10, 2020, 06:59:37 pm
15-9 with 11min left.  pulis, hart, and arline scored the last 6 relatively quickly. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on February 10, 2020, 07:00:59 pm
Now up 16-9  against Syracuse a top 5 team . Crazy  good team we have if this holds
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 10, 2020, 07:02:36 pm
16-9.  ohlmiller has 6.  cuse (NY's team) faithful falling apart.  more on that later. 

they pulled their keeper a few goals ago.  just took another TO.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 10, 2020, 07:19:34 pm
kennedy gets 4, now 17-13 with 3min left.  hang in there ladies!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on February 10, 2020, 07:22:43 pm
3 minutes and change left .
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on February 10, 2020, 07:25:01 pm
2:22 left we lead  17-14  Cuse has the ball .  Really going down to the wire in this one
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 10, 2020, 07:26:46 pm
17-15 with 211 left.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 10, 2020, 07:31:19 pm
WINNER 

17-16
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 10, 2020, 07:31:51 pm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4cgWcUiMaI8
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on February 10, 2020, 07:33:46 pm
WINNER 

17-16
That is just awesome. The rest of the country and selection committee are on notice.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on February 10, 2020, 07:34:32 pm
Ladies take down 4th ranked Syracuse   17-16 on the  road .  Terrific  win  !
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 10, 2020, 07:34:44 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2020/2/10/orange-delight-womens-lacrosse-hands-no-4-syracuse-defeat-in-opener.aspx

monster game from our stars, very few TOs.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: OldSeawolf on February 10, 2020, 07:41:27 pm
Congrats on a great win!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 10, 2020, 07:42:43 pm
this took some time but i admit to enjoying it (is that wrong?): http://fanlax.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=129&t=1741



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Orange neutralizing Kennedy quite nicely

Stony Brook is not going to win this game.

They don’t have the horses.

To quote Metallica.....sad but true

No shot SB wins this game. Not enough depth despite JS comments to contrary

This has the potential to turn into a blowout.

These guys are killing me with their overflowing accolades for Stony Brook. They play in the weak sisters of the poor America East for goodness sake. Of course Kennedy and the Seawolves are going to seem like world beaters padding their stats in that conference— Until they get out into the real world of the ACC and Big Ten.

I thought the same thing ...re AE and stat padding

top 3 really?

Uh-oh! Stony Brook may be experiencing a constricting esophagus!


Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on February 10, 2020, 07:43:15 pm
One of our freshmen had a behind-the-back goal that is worthy of ESPN Top 10 consideration. It was unreal.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 10, 2020, 07:47:16 pm
hart is going to be a player for us: https://twitter.com/StonyBrookWLAX/status/1227018893752926209

but really we all knew 3 years ago that ohlmiller and kennedy could engineer a win like this.  SU didnt.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 11, 2020, 01:35:27 am
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sf-ss6K-Jfo&feature=youtu.be
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 11, 2020, 07:48:13 pm
https://www.nunesmagician.com/2020/2/11/21133168/syracuse-womens-lacrosse-loses-to-stony-brook-17-16-orange-seawolves-recap-wlax

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 12, 2020, 08:42:58 am
'Character' Leads Young Stony Brook Over Syracuse in a Classic in The Dome
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/-character-leads-young-stony-brook-over-syracuse-in-a-classic-in-the-dome/55948

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Stony Brook was starting eight new players against a top-five opponent in the most intimidating building in lacrosse. Then, the Seawolves went into a four-goal hole through most of the first half.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 12, 2020, 11:20:13 pm
very worth your 7 minutes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9kxfJUr-gto&feature=youtu.be
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 12, 2020, 11:31:53 pm
photos https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/photo-gallery-stony-brook-vs-syracuse-womens-lacrosse
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chrissy D. on February 13, 2020, 10:08:52 pm
Spallina is the goods. What he does with his team is just awesome.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 14, 2020, 09:06:55 am
no surprise here: https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2020/2/13/womens-lacrosse-kennedy-ohlmiller-named-to-tewaaraton-watchlist.aspx

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 15, 2020, 12:22:01 pm
looking good, 7 minutes in and it's 3-0 against OSU.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 15, 2020, 12:58:28 pm
11-1, still 1st half.  hart put in another BTB.  tuning in to the men's game now.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: guest369 on February 15, 2020, 02:30:58 pm
FINAL: Stony Brook 20, Ohio State 7.

The biggest college football upset in history
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 15, 2020, 03:12:20 pm
pulis is really turning it up.  hart, verhurlst and accettella make a great freshmen class. 

37G in two games is impressive.  at florida in 4 days. GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 15, 2020, 07:26:17 pm
make that florida that just upset #2 UMd at home: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/florida-halts-maryland-s-86-game-home-win-streak-with-kavanagh-s-game-winner/55977
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 16, 2020, 07:37:21 am
hart makes SC top ten twice in her first two games- same shot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPH5xSGoQug&feature=youtu.be
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: guest369 on February 17, 2020, 01:47:47 pm
Move up to the top 5 of every poll. It’s been a year
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 17, 2020, 03:28:52 pm
#4/#5

https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/major-shakeups-near-top-of-nike-us-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20

https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/polls


Women’s Lacrosse Sweeps America East Weekly Awards
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2020/2/17/womens-lacrosse-sweeps-america-east-weekly-awards.aspx

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Ally Kennedy was named the offensive player of the week, Kameron Halsall was tabbed the defensive player of the week and Kailyn Hart was chosen as the rookie of the week.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 18, 2020, 08:36:12 pm
https://news.stonybrook.edu/alumni/womens-lacrosse-surges-to-top-five-in-national-polls/

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 21, 2020, 01:47:36 pm
Stony Brook's Kennedy, Ohlmiller Proving Opposites Spell Trouble for Opponents
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/stony-brook-s-kennedy-ohlmiller-proving-opposites-spell-trouble-for-opponents/55999

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Long Island natives solidifying legacies at Stony Brook

It was vintage Ohlmiller and Kennedy. The two have been opposite sides of the same coin since they started playing club lacrosse together on Long Island in fourth grade.

But lacrosse also runs in Kennedy and Ohlmiller’s immediate families, and both had ties to Stony Brook. Kennedy grew up going to SBU games, where her sister, Cori, played from 2008-11.

The two committed on the same day — Kennedy to Stony Brook and Ohlmiller to Towson. Ohlmiller thought she wanted to go away to school, but when she watched her sister become an overnight sensation at Stony Brook in 2015, she started having second thoughts. Playing on a top-10 lacrosse team with her sister for two years was a huge draw, as was reuniting with Kennedy for her entire collegiate career.

With both at full-strength, they’re proving once again that opposites not only attract — they make for a potent combination. Like their places on the emotional spectrum, their games are different, but they balance one another out.

“We work really well off each other,” said Kennedy. “I’m on the top of the field, and she’s behind the net. We get to see from different viewpoints. She’s a great feeder and low dodger. I dodge and send cuts from up top. Our styles and personalities mix well to help our offense.”

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 23, 2020, 04:55:06 pm
good news- cuse beats NW: https://www.nunesmagician.com/2020/2/23/21149514/syracuse-womens-lacrosse-beats-northwestern-16-11-orange-wlax-recap-wildcats

but OSU is getting beat up against ND...
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: guest369 on February 24, 2020, 01:23:08 pm
We move to #3 in the polls

However, Florida falls to #9
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 24, 2020, 08:43:18 pm
Alyssa Murray: My Top 20 & Early Breakout Players
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/alyssa-murray-my-top-20-early-breakout-players/56033

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3. Stony Brook
After a big season-opening upset of Syracuse in the Carrier Dome, Stony Brook cruised to their second win against Ohio State last weekend. They had this weekend off from action and will be preparing for a big one coming up in Gainesville on Saturday to keep their win streak alive. The Seawolves are a gritty team with contagiously big energy, starting from the top down with seniors Ally Kennedy (8G, 4A) and Taryn Ohmiller (7G, 4A) leading with a combined 23 points in two games.

Florida vs. Stony Brook
The Seawolves came out hot this year with two wins early. After having a long time off, it will be interesting to see the matchup with them an a Florida team who will be looking to bounce back from a big setback vs. Loyola.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Seawolf97 on March 05, 2020, 07:08:14 pm
Another nice win against Towson . Onto Princeton !
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 06, 2020, 11:10:55 pm
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/weekend-watch-hounds-tigers-seawolves-more/56105

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No. 11 Princeton (3-1) at No. 6 Stony Brook (3-1), noon Sunday
Last year, these two played their first-ever regular season game against each other, with Princeton coming back from down four in the final 10:01 to win 15-14. Now Stony Brook gets to host in a game with two teams that suffered any early close loss to a ranked team. Fireworks could fly, each team has scored in double digits in every game played.

Ally Kennedy is looking like an early favorite to be a Tewaaraton finalist, tallying up 16 goals and 32 draw controls through four games, scoring on nearly 70% of her shots. Taryn Ohlmiller is running the offense well, having 10 assists and 12 goals, including eight points in Thursday’s win over Towson. In her first year with Stony Brook, Kameron Halsall has a 41.4% save rate and 10.66 goals allowed average.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: guest369 on March 06, 2020, 11:15:14 pm
Kind of funny how Women’s LAX gets minimized into just one thread while most of our other sports have individual sections. LOL. Despite being the best of us all
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Wolffan on March 07, 2020, 10:16:14 am
Given the predicted nice weather on Sunday (50 and sunny at game time)  in Stony Brook it would be nice to see a good-sized crowd for a matchup of two nationally-ranked teams.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 07, 2020, 03:14:34 pm
Kind of funny how Women’s LAX gets minimized into just one thread while most of our other sports have individual sections. LOL. Despite being the best of us all

more evidence of this- ohlmiller has her own stick now! https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/industry/lacrosse-innovation-warp-for-all

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DYNASTY WARP KO
SKILL: ADVANCED
POSITION: ATTACK
Designed and developed by Kylie Ohlmiller, the KO features a high pocket with a tighter shooting string for maximum power. Customized tension zones create a U pattern around the sweet spot in the pocket, providing a strong hold on the ball.​

(https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/sites/default/files/images/articles/KO17.jpg)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 08, 2020, 12:17:40 pm
4-0 start against Princeton- though we were up 5-1 on florida early... GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: guest369 on March 08, 2020, 12:31:22 pm
7-0 now
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 09, 2020, 12:31:37 pm
nice win.

#5 in today's poll, and got the cover photo!

https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/maverik-women-s-di-media-poll-no-1-unc-no-2-notre-dame-set-to-clash-more/56124
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 09, 2020, 12:32:47 pm
and this too: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/sunday-post-stony-brook-syracuse-steal-sunday-spotlight-more/56121

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Kennedy, Stony Brook Tame Tigers, 18-12
Senior Tewaaraton candidate Ally Kennedy posted a game-high seven points (6G, 1A) and grabbed a career-best 15 draws to lead No. 6 Stony Brook (4-1) past No. 11 Princeton (3-2) on Sunday afternoon. In a physical battle, draw controls were key for Stony Brook—the Seawolves outdrew the Tigers, 24-7, thanks in large part to Kennedy’s career day on the circle to go along with Charlotte Verhulst’s five draws, as well.

When the Tigers did gain possession, All-American Kyla Sears was able to capitalize. The junior attacker led Princeton with five points (4G, 1A).

Next up for Stony Brook? A trip to Los Angeles and a clash looming with the No. Trojans on Sunday afternoon. Princeton returns to action on Tuesday, March 17 in Jacksonville.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 09, 2020, 08:01:50 pm
Ally Kennedy Named US Lacrosse Player of the Week, Women’s Lacrosse Sweeps America East Awards
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2020/3/9/ally-kennedy-named-us-lacrosse-player-of-the-week-womens-lacrosse-sweeps-america-east-awards.aspx

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Ten goals, 22 draw controls and five ground balls.
 
Just another week in the office for Ally Kennedy.
 
Following dominant performances in a pair of wins over Towson and No. 11 Princeton, Kennedy was named both the US Lacrosse Player of the Week and the America East Offensive Player of the Week.
 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 10, 2020, 02:41:35 pm
Ally Kennedy Tabbed IWLCA/String King Offensive Player of the Week
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2020/3/10/womens-lacrosse-ally-kennedy-tabbed-iwlca-string-king-offensive-player-of-the-week.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 10, 2020, 06:38:09 pm
Women’s game against USC this Sunday has been canceled as per USC website. That is a bummer.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 13, 2020, 03:27:15 pm
its tragic, really.

but snoozeday is on it!!!

https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/stony-brook-women-s-lacrosse-1.42967196

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Stony Brook's Joe Spallina 'heartbroken' at cancellation of NCAA's spring championships

The NCAA’s decision to cancel all spring championships — in addition to the men’s and women’s basketball tournament — comes as a blow to the nationally ranked Stony Brook women’s lacrosse team.

The Seawolves are ranked fifth in the Intercollegiate Women’s Lacrosse Coaches Association poll.

“Heartbroken for our players,” coach Joe Spallina said on Twitter. “An incredible group of strong women that were having an outstanding year! So much hard work, team bonding and time spent together. Thank you to all my players parents and staff. So thankful & appreciative.”

In the wake of the NCAA’s decision to cancel the national championships, each conference now must decide whether it’s worth continuing the spring season, especially in light of the concerns surrounding the coronavirus pandemic.

The America East Conference, which includes Stony Brook, decided Thursday afternoon to cancel all practices and competitions for the remainder of the academic year.

St. John’s University announced it has suspended all activities for its 17 Division I athletic programs indefinitely.

The Colonial Athletic Association, which includes Hofstra, said “all CAA spring sports contests have been suspended until further notice.”

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 14, 2020, 09:56:01 pm
Lacrosse Senior Standout Ally Kennedy: 'If I get the extra year of eligibility, I’m 100 percent coming back'
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2020/3/13/-i-m-100-percent-coming-back-womens-lacrosse-senior-standout-ally-kennedy-vows-return-in-2021.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 15, 2020, 10:10:28 am
'Tough couple of days' for Stony Brook women's lacrosse after season cut short
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/stony-brook-women-s-lacrosse-joe-spallina-1.43048353

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And not even now, with the “good” news — the report Friday that said Division I players in spring sports will be allowed an extra year of eligibility after their season was canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic.

The new normal isn’t quite normal yet, coach Joe Spallina said, and though the stakes are huge, it doesn’t make the everyday reality easier. The thing is, sports may not matter much — not when people are quarantined and some are dying — but what they represent still matters a whole lot.

The team went from ranked 12th in the nation to fifth, at last ranking. It has five seniors and Moeller, and had a realistic chance at a national title.

Spallina said the last few days have brought a lot of tears — from him, too. The NCAA’s announcement Friday did make it easier, and he already has heard from high school seniors committed to Stony Brook who are excited about playing with the graduating seniors they admire.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 18, 2020, 12:16:21 pm
offering this up for no other reason than we don't have sports right now: http://fanlax.com/fanlax/2020/03/17/fanlaxs-d1-women-forum-polls-mar-16-2020-final/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 19, 2020, 01:05:22 pm
Senior Stars Grant Ament, Ally Kennedy, Michael Sowers Team Up to Support HEADstrong 'Last Shift'
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/senior-stars-grant-ament-ally-kennedy-michael-sowers-team-up-to-support-headstrong-last-shift-/56193

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The trio of seniors are stars of collegiate lacrosse, and as they face decisions about their futures amid the shutdown of the NCAA season, they opted to do something to help the community.

Inspired by interactions with HEADstrong this spring, they are leading #LastShift2020. The concept is inspired by Nick Colleluori’s Last Shift. The most meaningful shift of his life was getting to lace up his cleats amid his battle with cancer, playing in a club game one more time.

On April 6, 2020, Ament, Sowers, Kennedy and their peers will participate in a virtual 5k in honor of the HEADstrong Foundation, spreading awareness for cancer patients who are at the highest risk of contracting the COVID-19 virus. Many of the folks that HEADstrong serves are amid the highest risk of the virus and need the most help.

For Ally, getting her senior season cut short is something she never imagined but is looking at this as a new opportunity to play for the greater good. "This campaign means a lot to me, being able to be a part of something that's much larger than myself in a time of adversity shows that it has always been more than just a sport for so many people," she said.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 19, 2020, 01:12:12 pm
STONY BROOK'S ALLY KENNEDY ALWAYS PLAYS LIKE IT'S HER LAST YEAR
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/stony-brooks-ally-kennedy-always-plays-like-its-her-last-year#overlay-context=college/women/stony-brooks-ally-kennedy-always-plays-like-its-her-last-year

THIS STORY WAS WRITTEN PRIOR TO THE CANCELLATION OF THE 2020 LACROSSE SEASON. DESPITE THE COVID-19 OUTBREAK, WE ARE COMMITTED TO TELLING THE BEST STORIES IN LACROSSE AND RECOGNIZING THOSE PLAYERS WHO HAVE ACHIEVED EXCELLENCE. READ WHY IN EDITOR-IN-CHIEF MATT DASILVA'S LATEST COLUMN.


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he stands at Stony Brook’s LaValle Stadium are a sea of red on game days. Ally Kennedy will head into the crowd as total strangers tell her how great she played. Little girls pull her aside to ask for selfies. Later, those fans will stand in line and wait for an autograph.

Kennedy loves every minute of it.

She remembers when that sea of red was three rows of parents surrounded by a bunch of empty bleachers. This was a decade ago, during the waning years of Stony Brook’s pre-Joe Spallina era. Kennedy went to every game to watch her sister, Cori, who played defense for the Seawolves.

Forget the national rankings. Those Stony Brook teams struggled to crack the top five of the America East.

Now, Stony Brook is a perennial top-10 team and always in the national title discussion. The Seawolves seem to be highlighted on SportsCenter as often as the New York Islanders. Kennedy is on the U.S. national team and a contender for the Tewaaraton Award. Her coach calls her the best two-way player in the country.

There was no youth girls team when Kennedy started playing. She played with the boys.

Eventually her dad, Michael, helped start a youth team for girls, and Kennedy began redefining what lacrosse in North Babylon meant. She made varsity as a seventh grader. In 10th grade, her team won just three games. The next year, they made the playoffs for the first time in school history. They were overmatched, but it didn’t matter who was on the other side of the field.

The autograph lines grew longer. The red sea grew bigger. Veteran teammates like Kylie Ohlmiller and Courtney Murphy became national names, synonymous with Stony Brook lacrosse.

Being a super-skilled try hard can take a girl from North Babylon pretty far. In Kennedy’s case, all the way to the U.S. national team. She still remembers where she was when she got the phone call asking to try out.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 19, 2020, 10:48:38 pm
IWLCA Ranks Stony Brook Women's Lacrosse Fifth in Final 2020 Coaches Poll
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2020/3/19/iwlca-ranks-stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-fifth-in-final-2020-coaches-poll.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 23, 2020, 04:08:35 pm
Maverik poll: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/polls

1    North Carolina (7 - 0)   200 (10)   1
2    Notre Dame (7 - 0)   188   2
3    Loyola (5 - 0)   180   3
4    Syracuse (7 - 1)   167   4
5    Stony Brook (4 - 1)   157   5
6    Florida (6 - 2)   141   7
7    Northwestern (4 - 3)   137   6
8    USC (6 - 0)   136   7
9    Dartmouth (5 - 0)   126   7
10    Penn (4 - 1)   106   11
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 24, 2020, 11:08:19 am
Ally Kennedy, Women’s Lacrosse to Participate in Last Shift Campaign
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2020/3/24/ally-kennedy-womens-lacrosse-to-participate-in-the-last-shift-campaign.aspx

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STONY BROOK, N.Y. — In a time full of uncertainty, during which distancing is the new norm, Stony Brook women's lacrosse standout Ally Kennedy aims to bring everyone together through activism.
 
Kennedy has joined forces with fellow collegiate lacrosse players Grant Ament of Penn State and Michael Sowers of Princeton to organize The Last Shift Virtual 5K Challenge through the HEADstrong Foundation.

Anyone can participate in the challenge by sharing video of themselves going on a run on April 6, which coincides with National Student-Athlete Day.
 
 "I think this is why sports are so great, because in a time of adversity we can all still come together for a cause that is so much bigger than ourselves," said Kennedy, who plans to return to the Seawolves for the 2021 season after having her senior year interrupted. "I know that my season was kind of ripped away from me, but the fact that we can handle the cards that we've been dealt and come together for a greater cause really shows the magic of sports."
 
The campaign aims to benefit and raise awareness for cancer patients, who are especially vulnerable to the COVID-19 virus.
 
Just days after the NCAA announced it was canceling all winter and spring championships, a representative from the HEADstrong Foundation reached out to Kennedy and asked if she wanted to be one of the campaign's organizers. She accepted the invitation without hesitation.
 
"Being selected to represent such a great cause and an amazing campaign is an honor," Kennedy said. "Coming together as student-athletes and as a community in general for a reason much bigger than ourselves is an opportunity I'll forever be thankful for."
 
Kennedy, as well as the rest of the Stony Brook women's lacrosse team, will participate. They will use the hashtag #LastShift2020 to promote their runs via social media.
 
"The circumstances of our season ending so abruptly, especially as a senior, were devastating," teammate Caitlyn McDuffee said. "The Last Shift gives me, and every single spring and winter athlete, the opportunity to end our season on a positive note. We all ended our season the same way. So coming together while we're apart is a really good example not only for athletics but also for our country."
 
More information on the campaign and instructions how to register and donate can be found here.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 27, 2020, 04:36:44 pm
ohlmiller will return- remember so far kennedy says she will too: https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2020/3/27/womens-lacrosses-taryn-ohlmiller-announces-intent-to-return-in-2021.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 31, 2020, 11:04:01 am
Ally Kennedy, Taryn Ohlmiller Named Inside Lacrosse Media All-Americans
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2020/3/31/womens-lacrosse-ally-kennedy-taryn-ohlmiller-named-inside-lacrosse-media-all-americans.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 31, 2020, 12:03:52 pm
AFTER SOUL SEARCHING, TARYN OHLMILLER SAYS SHE'LL BE BACK
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/after-soul-searching-taryn-ohlmiller-says-shell-be-back

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The Stony Brook teams of the last five seasons have been on the precipice of several final four appearances, starting with the core of Kylie Ohlmiller, Courtney Murphy and others. Taryn Ohlmiller and Ally Kennedy are the continuation of the recent trend, and that’s partly why a return is in the cards in 2021.

“We had so many pieces of the puzzle this year, and I really think that we were going far,” Ohlmiller said. “And talking to my teammates about it, I just can’t imagine not being on the field with my team.”

She said was accepted into a graduate school on Long Island and had a potential coaching job ready for her. But the allure of playing lacrosse with her Seawolves family for a final time was too strong a pull to ignore.

Although he made it clear from the onset that he wanted his seniors to return, Spallina said he didn’t push. He explained how he thinks coaches should take on more of a parenting role at this time.

“I met right away with our seniors,” he said. “It can’t be my decision, and this is what I’ve told them. I want every single one of them back because we’ve been building toward something for four years, but it has to be something that comes from them.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 01, 2020, 11:54:30 am
kennedy and ohlmiller make the final tewey watch list- it is long, but they're on it: https://tewaaraton.com/wp-content/uploads/bsk-pdf-manager/2020/03/Tewaaraton-March-31-2020-Release.pdf
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 07, 2020, 01:15:44 pm
IL all rookie team: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/all-ilwomen-rookie-team/56260

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Kailyn Hart, Stony Brook, Attack
The playmaker made an immediate for Stony Brook in 2020, posting 11 goals and dishing out a pair of assists through five starts and making not one, but two appearances on ESPN’s SportsCenter Top 10 plays in her first team career games.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 07, 2020, 10:50:42 pm
Stony Brook's Joe Spallina on how coronavirus has impacted his women's lacrosse team
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/joe-spallina-stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-coronavirus-1.43703886?utm_source=tw_sp

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 08, 2020, 02:16:39 pm
HOW TO CATCH AND SHOOT ON THE RUN: A LESSON WITH KYLIE OHLMILLERhttps://www.uslaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/senior-women/how-to-catch-and-shoot-on-the-run-a-lesson-with-kylie-ohlmiller

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Few in lacrosse — men or women — are better at catching and shooting on the run than Kylie Ohlmiller. The U.S. attacker with the signature eye black is nearly automatic when in stride, and she shared with us her keys to each step in the process.​
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 09, 2020, 01:30:58 pm
Stony Brook's Joe Spallina expects summer recruiting to be affected by coronavirus
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/joe-spallina-interview-1.43707179

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Spallina’s oldest child, Joey, is considered one of the best boys lacrosse prospects in the country in his 2022 class. Spallina is used to waking up at 5 a.m. with Joey for a workout before both of their hectic schedules really start to pick up.

With the sports world coming to a halt in the midst of COVID-19, there is no guarantee that things will be back to normal over the summer. That's a time typically filled with big-time lacrosse tournaments that help players get seen and recruited. Spallina said Joey, who plays for Mount Sinai High School, has the luxury of having been seen during previous summers because he competes with older players. But not everyone is so lucky.

Being a college coach himself, Spallina knows how important these opportunities are. Coaches around the country travel to major tournaments to see players in person. He is unsure what effect the possibility of a lacrosse-less summer could have on players with college aspirations. 

“June is not looking really good with club tournaments, not looking very good for summer camps,” Spallina said, “so there’s a lot of things that are going to be affected, and recruiting is going to be one of them.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 20, 2020, 10:21:35 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2020/4/20/womens-lacrosse-head-coach-joe-spallina-to-host-question-and-answer-session-on-instagram-live.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 24, 2020, 07:35:54 pm
picked up a USC transfer: http://fanlax.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=140826#p140826

https://usctrojans.com/sports/womens-lacrosse/roster/kaeli-huff/11002
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on April 24, 2020, 11:25:08 pm
picked up a USC transfer: http://fanlax.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=140826#p140826

https://usctrojans.com/sports/womens-lacrosse/roster/kaeli-huff/11002
Huge get.  The program has probably never had as much depth and talent as it will next  year.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 25, 2020, 08:41:43 am
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/kaeli-huff-set-to-join-stony-brook/56343
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 04, 2020, 02:24:26 pm
newsday top 100: https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/girls-lacrosse/top-100-girls-lacrosse-players-1.44340954

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Casey Colbert, North Shore, M, Jr.She had 23 goals and 14 assists last season. Colbert is committed to Stony Brook.

Jordan Forte, Huntington, M, Jr.She had 22 goals, eight assists and 28 draw controls last season. Forte is committed to Stony Brook.

Jaden Hampel, West Islip, M, Sr.The Stony Brook commit had 29 goals and 37 assists last season.

Molly Laforge, Mount Sinai, M, Jr.She had 10 goals and three assists last season and is committed to Stony Brook.

Ellie Masera, Eastport-South Manor, M, Sr.She had 58 goals and 10 assists for the Class B state champions, including four goals in the state final. She is committed to Stony Brook.

Maggie Reznick, Long Beach, A, Sr.The Stony Brook commit had 26 goals and 12 assists as a junior and was entering her fifth year on varsity.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 11, 2020, 08:56:14 am
really good (but long) podcast with spallina- from january: https://youtu.be/DcnFoOJmQnA?t=480
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 12, 2020, 12:07:57 pm
https://twitter.com/kylieohlmiller/status/1258838174580838400

https://ko17lacrosse.com/about-us

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 12, 2020, 12:10:23 pm
https://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/story/sports/2020/04/08/kylie-ohlmillers-practices-lacrosse-players-amid-coronavirus-scare/5102572002/

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 15, 2020, 10:37:16 pm
Women's lacrosse pro, former Stony Brook star Kylie Ohlmiller to host virtual clinic
http://longisland.news12.com/story/42126939/womens-lacrosse-pro-former-stony-brook-star-kylie-ohlmiller-to-host-virtual-clinic

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Ohlmiller is on a pro team and has endorsement deals two years after her time at Stony Brook. On Saturday, she's hosting a virtual clinic where $20 gets you 90 minutes of knowledge.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 03, 2020, 09:43:21 am
we pick up huff from USC but lose heuser to adelphi: https://lilaxjournal.com/2020/05/30/liljs-top-long-island-girls-college-transfers/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 04, 2020, 09:27:03 pm
gagnon returns too: https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2020/6/4/womens-lacrosses-sydney-gagnon-vows-to-return-in-2021.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 01, 2020, 11:19:46 am
Russia-Born Athlete Finds a Home at Stony Brook
https://news.stonybrook.edu/student-spotlight/russia-born-athlete-finds-a-home-at-stony-brook/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 05, 2020, 12:10:05 pm
ellie masera: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/announcing-the-2020-under-armour-all-america-senior-girls-selections/56721
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 16, 2020, 10:12:28 pm
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Kylie Ohlmiller is one of women's lacrosse's biggest stars, who will now look to Athletes Unlimited for a future in professional lacrosse. (Photo by John Strohsacker)

6. Kylie Ohlmiller has had more than a few battles in her career.

Ohlmiller, the former Stony Brook star and current U.S. national training team player, offered her five toughest faceguards in the next edition of our “5-and-5” series.


https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/pro/wpll/5-and-5-kylie-ohlmillers-five-toughest-faceguards

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5-AND-5: KYLIE OHLMILLER'S FIVE TOUGHEST FACEGUARDS
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 26, 2020, 08:33:39 am
https://twitter.com/LacrosseNetwork/status/1298003885508816896/photo/1
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: sbugold on August 28, 2020, 11:43:44 am
Caroline McCombs just keeps raking in the talent for the women's BB team.  What a great recruiter she is!!  She deserves the 5-year contract extension she recently got--IN SPADES!

Here's the most recent and last recruit she got for this season (a senior transfer from Western Michigan).

https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2020/8/27/womens-basketball-womens-hoops-completes-incoming-class-signs-transfer-leighah-amori-wool.aspx

In addition, she now also has two commits for 2021:
-- F Liza Field (Couldn't find her info, but I think she's a good one)
-- PG Erin Turral https://www.tallahassee.com/story/sports/preps/2019/04/10/all-big-bend-girls-basketball-lincolns-erin-turral-nfcs-caylan-jones-take-top-honors/3340125002/


Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 28, 2020, 01:32:36 pm
wrong thread but WELCOME NEWS!!! 

GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 02, 2020, 12:51:09 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/in-unique-recruiting-landscape-coaches-also-guiding-their-own-2022s

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IN UNIQUE RECRUITING LANDSCAPE, COACHES ALSO GUIDING THEIR OWN 2022S

As the clock struck midnight, flipping the calendar to Sept. 1 and kicking off the contact period for the next round of college lacrosse stars, there might not have been a busier person in lacrosse than Joe Spallina.

“What else is new, right?” he said.

The Stony Brook women’s lacrosse head coach was, of course, making calls, sending emails and initiating contact with the players he hopes will spearhead his program for years to come. He was also fielding calls for the Team 91 Long Island 2022 Smash squad he coaches, comprised of some of the top 2022s around.

Perhaps most importantly, he was helping navigate his eldest son, Joey Spallina, through his own recruitment. The Mount Sinai High School (N.Y.) attackman was named Inside Lacrosse’s No. 1 recruit in his class earlier this week.

“He’s amped up,” Joe Spallina said. “It’s something that’s been lingering for a while, especially with him playing with the 2020s for all those years. It’s finally time for him.”

The suitors are expected to line up for Joey Spallina, a crafty attackman with a powerful shot and a shooter’s mindset. He can add to his highlight reel of must-see goals after just about every game he plays.

And his experience is second to none among his peers. Having played up with Team 91 Long Island 2020 Crush prized recruits like Xavier Arline (Navy) and Brennan O’Neill (Duke), he thrived as an off-ball scorer. Because of his size and strength — he’s also an accomplished running back on his high school football team — Spallina is a rare breed.

“For him, he has a style of play that’s a little different,” Joe Spallina said. “He loves the game and has a passion for the game. I think there’s a great appreciation for that through coaches and coaches wanting to build their recruiting class around him.

“It’ll be exciting and stressful and fun all in one.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 04, 2020, 08:55:19 pm
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/joe-and-joey-spallina-bond-over-crazy-sept-1-midnight-that-s-like-a-movie-/56829
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 15, 2020, 10:18:57 am
relevant, somewhat: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/recruiting-no-1-junior-joey-spallina-mount-sinai-n-y-narrows-list-to-five-programs/56854
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 20, 2020, 05:17:47 pm
US Lacrosse ranks SB WLAX as preseason #5: https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2020/9/20/womens-lacrosse-us-lacrosse-stony-brook-women-top-5-program-in-early-2021-rankings.aspx

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5. STONY BROOK
2020 record: 4-1

Last seen: Bouncing back from a two-goal loss to Florida with home wins over Towson and Princeton.

Initial forecast: Joe Spallina’s Seawolves immediately reminded the nation of their past half-decade of success by topping Syracuse in one-goal thriller in their season opener. Outside of a two-goal hiccup on the road against Florida, Stony Brook was playing like a team ready for another NCAA tournament run. And that window is still open. Likely Tewaaraton finalist Ally Kennedy and integral attacker Taryn Ohlmiller are back for fifth years, and USC midfielder Kaeli Huff transferred to use her fifth year closer to home. Add in a healthy Siobhan Rafferty, who was set to miss all of last year with a leg injury, and the Stony Brook midfield appears to be in good shape. There don’t appear to be any glaring weaknesses on this team, though improving on a defense that ranked 35th nationally last year should be a point of emphasis.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 24, 2020, 10:04:00 pm
nice steal from albaNy here: https://www.syracuse.com/highschoolsports/2020/09/how-2-cny-girls-lacrosse-players-lost-showcase-seasons-but-still-found-college-homes.html
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 08, 2020, 11:12:41 am
Nicole Barretta, an assistant at Stockton University last year and a former Temple and Stony Brook player, has been named the head women's lacrosse coach at Immaculata College.
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-wednesday-oct-7

https://gomightymacs.com/news/2020/10/6/nicole-barretta-named-head-womens-lacrosse-coach.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 19, 2020, 02:55:29 pm
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Current Seawolves Ally Kennedy and Ellie Masera as well as alums Kylie Ohlmiller '18 and Mackenzie Burns '19 are among the 50 players who have been invited to try out for the 2021 U.S. Women's National Team. Those selected to the official squad will represent the United States in the 2021 World Lacrosse Women's World Championship in Towson, Md.

https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2020/10/19/current-womens-lacrosse-players-ally-kennedy-ellie-masera-invited-to-2021-us-womens-team-official-tryout.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 20, 2020, 11:56:18 am
Fall All-Access: Stony Brook Returns to Practice With New Perspective, Questions
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/fall-all-access-stony-brook-returns-to-practice-with-new-perspective-questions/56944

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“Top to bottom, this is by far the most talented team we’ve ever had, with depth we’ve never had,” Spallina said. “We’re going to have competition in practice for playing time that will hopefully take away some of the void from missing fall ball.”

Spallina has tabbed this freshman class as his most talented ever, and at least three are already in mind for starting spots. Midfielder Ellie Masera boasts “off-the-charts” stick skills and can dodge at-will, according to Spallina. Midfielder Jaden Hampel is also a skilled dodger, and attacker Caitlin Dellecave is an athletic lefty.

“They’re going to put people on notice day one,” he said. “They’re not projects.”

“Our AD is business as usual until told otherwise, and I’m on that path,” he said. “I fly by the seat of my pants pretty well, so I’m ready to adjust. If we have to meet someone halfway to play a game, we will. Whatever I have to do as a leader as Stony Brook women’s lacrosse to put my players in a position where they have a really good experience.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 21, 2020, 03:30:58 pm
2020 Girls' Recruiting Issue: ILWomen's Top 5 Incoming Goalies
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/2020-girls-recruiting-issue-ilwomen-s-top-5-incoming-goalies/56953

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ILWomen's Top 5 Incoming Goalies
Hayley Hunt, William Penn Charter (Pa.), Stony Brook
A three-time Under Armour Underclass All-American, Hunt was a three-sport star at Penn Charter—captaining the lacrosse, basketball and water polo teams. Hunt owns the school’s scoring record (266) and top-three single-season goal totals in water polo; but ultimately opted to play lacrosse in the college ranks, where she’s set to hit the ground running for powerhouse Stony Brook. A three-time all-conference and two-time National Tournament Team (Philadelphia) goalkeeper, she should fight for time right away. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on November 04, 2020, 02:34:39 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-wednesday-nov-4

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2. A couple of interesting thoughts and observations from Stony Brook head women’s lacrosse coach Joe Spallina, also a Team USA assistant, as it relates to COVID-19 protections. His ultimate thought — “Find ways, not excuses.”

Joe Spallina
@JoeSpallina
Some observations with @StonyBrookWLAX in house scrimmages.                             
1.Keeping players on sideline separated is tough with a just a few subs on each team. Think possibility of opposite sidelines is VERY real in the spring with full squads from diff schools.
2:00 PM · Nov 3, 2020
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on November 05, 2020, 11:21:03 am
this is a great idea during the pandemic: https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2020/11/5/tune-in-as-womens-lacrosse-intrasquad-game-to-be-streamed-on-twitter.aspx

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STONY BROOK, N.Y. — The Stony Brook women's lacrosse team is ranked fifth in the nation by US Lacrosse in its early 2021 rankings. And head coach Joe Spallina and staff invite you to get a sneak peek at the national championship contenders late Friday afternoon.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on November 06, 2020, 11:58:48 am
2020 Girls' Recruiting Issue: Women's Power 100 Freshman Rankings
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/2020-girls-recruiting-issue-women-s-power-100-freshman-rankings/56994

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Rounding out the top ten ranks is Stony Brook's Ellie Masera, who was recently named to Team USA's World Cup tryout pool. Masera, who was one of 50 players invited to the tryout, is the youngest player in the pool and only player from the Class of 2020.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on November 06, 2020, 02:11:50 pm
reminder- 5pm intrasquad game on twitter tonight: http://fanlax.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=200550#p200550
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on November 09, 2020, 11:09:13 am
DIALED IN: YOUR LACROSSE FIX FOR FRIDAY, NOV. 6
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-friday-nov-6

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3. We have a 2021 college lacrosse conference schedule, people.

A press release from Stony Brook revealed that the America East Conference has finalized its spring schedule. The school provided its America East schedule, while the conference has not posted full schedules.


full video here: https://twitter.com/StonyBrookWLAX/status/1324826556607438853?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1324826556607438853%7Ctwgr%5Eshare_3&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.uslaxmagazine.com%2Ffuel%2Fdaily-digest%2Fdialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-monday-nov-9
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 03, 2020, 12:14:45 pm
2021 Top 50 Players in College Lacrosse: Nos. 50-41
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/2021-top-50-players-in-college-lacrosse-nos-50-41/57057

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47. Taryn Ohlmiller, A, Stony Brook
The Long Island native battled back from an injury sustained in 2019 to earn All-America honors last spring, posting 14 goals and 12 assists. The dual-threat attacker ranks third in program history in points (305) and second in assists (138), trailing only big sister, Kylie, in the latter category. 

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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: guest410 on December 03, 2020, 05:57:58 pm
2021 Top 50 Players in College Lacrosse: Nos. 50-41
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/2021-top-50-players-in-college-lacrosse-nos-50-41/57057

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47. Taryn Ohlmiller, A, Stony Brook
The Long Island native battled back from an injury sustained in 2019 to earn All-America honors last spring, posting 14 goals and 12 assists. The dual-threat attacker ranks third in program history in points (305) and second in assists (138), trailing only big sister, Kylie, in the latter category. 

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What number do you Ally Kennedy comes in at?
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 03, 2020, 06:24:59 pm
not sure, because these rankings are an impossible task.

also- we have other players that should be on that list.

i like two things though- one, anytime you get the headline photo, your program has arrived.  secondly, they mixed in boys and girls, so that says much for Ohlmiller.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 08, 2020, 11:42:33 am
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https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-tuesday-dec-8

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1. Mackenzie Burns is following in her father’s footsteps, starting her career as an NYPD officer this past March.

The U.S. Women’s National Team player pool member embarked on her NYPD journey amid the COVID-19 pandemic and protests surrounding the murder of George Floyd. She’s endured a difficult 2020, but it paving her trail.

Check out Burns’ story from the December edition.


HER FINEST HOUR: MACKENZIE BURNS FOLLOWING FATHER'S FOOTSTEPS WITH NYPD
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/senior-women/her-finest-hour-mackenzie-burns-following-fathers-footsteps-with-nypd

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Burns, the former Stony Brook women’s lacrosse defender and current U.S. team hopeful, experienced a baptism by fire in the NYPD. Officers in the academy are trained in countless disciplines, but preparation for a global pandemic isn’t typically part of the curriculum.

Despite efforts to remain safe, Burns was diagnosed with COVID-19 in the middle of April. The rest of her family also got the virus after she brought it home to them. They were asymptomatic and didn’t know they had it until test results came back.

She wears badge No. 8132, the same one her father wore.

On her 13th birthday, doctors told Burns she’d never play sports again.

“I have it everywhere from my jaws to my toes,” she said. “Every joint imaginable, I have arthritis. Your joints get very stiff, and it hurts to move them morning and night. Most of my pain is in my knee. I’ve had multiple minor operations to get my knee drained and scoped out.”

Burns’ persistence led her to Stony Brook, where she started 67 games in four seasons for a team that climbed to No. 1 in the national rankings during the 2018 season. She was named the America East Defensive Player of the Year as a senior in 2019 and finished her Seawolves career ranked seventh in program history with 68 caused turnovers.

Burns’ success at Stony Brook led her to Team USA, for which her college coach, Joe Spallina, serves as an assistant. She will be among the 50 players competing in tryouts for the 2021 U.S. team Dec. 4-6 at US Lacrosse in Sparks, Md.
Even though she’s only been patrolling the streets since March 20, Burns is already blazing a trail. She’s one of the co-founders and co-captains of the first-ever NYPD women’s lacrosse team.

https://twitter.com/USLacrosseMag/status/1336113264309149696
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on December 08, 2020, 06:36:56 pm
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https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-tuesday-dec-8

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1. Mackenzie Burns is following in her father’s footsteps, starting her career as an NYPD officer this past March.

The U.S. Women’s National Team player pool member embarked on her NYPD journey amid the COVID-19 pandemic and protests surrounding the murder of George Floyd. She’s endured a difficult 2020, but it paving her trail.

Check out Burns’ story from the December edition.


HER FINEST HOUR: MACKENZIE BURNS FOLLOWING FATHER'S FOOTSTEPS WITH NYPD
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/senior-women/her-finest-hour-mackenzie-burns-following-fathers-footsteps-with-nypd

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Burns, the former Stony Brook women’s lacrosse defender and current U.S. team hopeful, experienced a baptism by fire in the NYPD. Officers in the academy are trained in countless disciplines, but preparation for a global pandemic isn’t typically part of the curriculum.

Despite efforts to remain safe, Burns was diagnosed with COVID-19 in the middle of April. The rest of her family also got the virus after she brought it home to them. They were asymptomatic and didn’t know they had it until test results came back.

She wears badge No. 8132, the same one her father wore.

On her 13th birthday, doctors told Burns she’d never play sports again.

“I have it everywhere from my jaws to my toes,” she said. “Every joint imaginable, I have arthritis. Your joints get very stiff, and it hurts to move them morning and night. Most of my pain is in my knee. I’ve had multiple minor operations to get my knee drained and scoped out.”

Burns’ persistence led her to Stony Brook, where she started 67 games in four seasons for a team that climbed to No. 1 in the national rankings during the 2018 season. She was named the America East Defensive Player of the Year as a senior in 2019 and finished her Seawolves career ranked seventh in program history with 68 caused turnovers.

Burns’ success at Stony Brook led her to Team USA, for which her college coach, Joe Spallina, serves as an assistant. She will be among the 50 players competing in tryouts for the 2021 U.S. team Dec. 4-6 at US Lacrosse in Sparks, Md.
Even though she’s only been patrolling the streets since March 20, Burns is already blazing a trail. She’s one of the co-founders and co-captains of the first-ever NYPD women’s lacrosse team.

https://twitter.com/USLacrosseMag/status/1336113264309149696

That is awesome. I wish her the best of luck in her career. The NYPD will take her under their wings and protect her from violence. Go Blue.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 09, 2020, 12:28:23 pm
2021 Top 50 Players in College Lacrosse: Nos. 10-1 — Michael Sowers Still King
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/2021-top-50-players-in-college-lacrosse-nos-10-1-michael-sowers-still-king/57068

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3. Ally Kennedy, M, Stony Brook
The nation’s top midfielder heading into the 2021 season, Kennedy has been a mainstay in the U.S. national team program in recent years. A two-time All-American, Kennedy dominates the box score in nearly every facet of the game. She’s totaled 248 points (193G, 55A), 133 groundballs, 43 caused turnovers and 242 draws in her career. Accustom to drawing the opposition’s top offensive threat from the midfield, her game is as solid offensively as it is defensively, and almost unrivaled nationally in between the 30s.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 09, 2020, 12:42:30 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/high-school/boys/deuces-wild-joey-spallina-leads-group-of-2022-commits-with-notable-last-names

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Few players were as talked about as Joey Spallina, the son of Stony Brook women’s lacrosse coach and former New York Lizards coach Joe Spallina.

His days start at 5 a.m. at the gym. Some days, he and his siblings head to Port Jefferson’s Pirate’s Cove, where they run large, rolling sand dunes. Spallina sometimes conquers the sprints with a weighted vest. He also boxes four days a week.

“Full disclosure, I could be better at times,” Joe Spallina said about balancing the relationship between being Joey’s father and coach. “I hold him to such a high standard at everything. Excellence is what we strive for, but you’re never going to be perfect with everything. I’m usually the one telling him he’s not doing something today, instead of telling him to go do it.”

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 17, 2020, 04:19:33 pm
burns: https://sayville.greaterlongisland.com/2020/12/15/nypdrookie/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 26, 2020, 05:23:30 pm
kennedy: https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2020/12/21/womens-lacrosse-inside-lacrosse-names-ally-kennedy-preseason-midfielder-of-year-all-american.aspx

in case you were wondering- she was prob the best middie in the country last year.  and the year before that.


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US Lacrosse Magazine Names Ally Kennedy Preseason Midfielder of Year, All-American

US Lacrosse Magazine on Monday named Kennedy its Preseason Midfielder of the Year as well as a Preseason All-American.

Inside Lacrosse recently had ranked Kennedy as the No. 3 player in college lacrosse today — man or woman.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 26, 2020, 05:24:42 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/uslms-2021-d-i-womens-preseason-positional-players-of-the-year

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USLM'S 2021 D-I WOMEN'S PRESEASON POSITIONAL PLAYERS OF THE YEAR

PRESEASON MIDFIELDER OF THE YEAR
ALLY KENNEDY, STONY BROOK
Stony Brook coach Joe Spallina calls Kennedy the best two-way player in the country. The middie with speed to burn was a mostly unheralded prospect out of North Babylon (N.Y.) High School, but she’s dominated the Division I scene with the Seawolves.

A member of the U.S. national team player pool, Kennedy has 248 points (193 goals) in 69 career games. She was on pace for career-best marks in 2020 before COVID-19 dashed Stony Brook’s hopes at a national title. “I want to be able to write my own ending and end my lacrosse career the way I really want to,” Kennedy said.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 29, 2020, 03:47:47 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-tuesday-dec-29

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1. Ally Kennedy is the US Lacrosse Magazine Division I Women’s Preseason Player of the Year.

Continuing our preseason awards coverage, we named the Stony Brook women’s midfielder the top player in the women’s game heading into the 2021 spring season. She was a likely Tewaaraton finalist before the COVID-19 pandemic wiped out the remainder of the 2020 season.

Kennedy also earned the cover nod for the January edition.


https://www.instagram.com/p/CJWd6G5L7Vu/?utm_source=ig_embed
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 01, 2021, 11:13:36 pm
Former Stony Brook lacrosse star Kylie Ohlmiller hosts camp for young girls
https://bronx.news12.com/former-stony-brook-lacrosse-star-kylie-ohlmiller-hosts-camp-for-young-girls

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 05, 2021, 10:54:07 pm
THE GIRL WHO CRIED WOLF
Why Ally Kennedy was destined to become Stony Brook's next big star.
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/us-lacrosse/inside-the-january-2021-edition-of-us-lacrosse-magazine

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Ally Kennedy has always played fiercely, though she was not always recognized for her accomplishments.

In high school, Kennedy played for a team that consistently struggled to make the playoffs. Stony Brook head coach Joe Spallina saw something in her, and she has since become a star for the Seawolves. Returning to the program for a fifth year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the all-time program great is determined to lead her teammates to the first Final Four in Stony Brook history.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 08, 2021, 10:05:33 am
NORTH CAROLINA TOPS NIKE/US LACROSSE DIVISION I WOMEN'S PRESEASON TOP 20
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/north-carolina-tops-nike-us-lacrosse-division-i-womens-preseason-top-20

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NIKE / US LACROSSE
DIVISION I WOMEN'S PRESEASON TOP 20
1. North Carolina
2. Notre Dame
3. Loyola
4. Syracuse
5. Stony Brook
6. Northwestern
7. Florida
8. Maryland
9. Michigan
10. Richmond
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 12, 2021, 12:44:19 pm
STONY BROOK'S ALLY KENNEDY ALWAYS PLAYS LIKE IT'S HER LAST YEAR
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/stony-brooks-ally-kennedy-always-plays-like-its-her-last-year

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“I’ve seen so much change over the last 10 years,” Kennedy said. “It’s insane.”

Now, Stony Brook is a perennial top-10 team and always in the national title discussion. The Seawolves seem to be highlighted on “SportsCenter” as often as the New York Islanders. Kennedy, a fifth-year senior midfielder and US Lacrosse Magazine’s Preseason Player of the Year, is in the U.S. national team player pool and a contender for the Tewaaraton Award. Her coach calls her the best two-way player in the country.

She made varsity as a seventh grader. In 10th grade, her team won just three games. The next year, they made the playoffs for the first time in school history.

She scored 39 goals as a freshman on a team that went 20-2 and lost by one goal in the NCAA quarterfinals to eventual champion Maryland. The next year, the Seawolves achieved the program’s first No. 1 ranking. Her teammates were featured on ESPN and on the cover of magazines.

The autograph lines grew longer. The red sea grew bigger. Veteran teammates like Kylie Ohlmiller and Courtney Murphy became national names, synonymous with Stony Brook lacrosse.

Outside of another chance to chase a national championship, Kennedy is in a coaching program that will grant her a New York State coaching certification when she’s done. She wasn’t sure what she wanted to do after life at Stony Brook, and now she has a clearer picture.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 21, 2021, 05:37:28 pm
With National Title Aspirations, Stony Brook Women's Lacrosse Begins Practice
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2021/1/21/with-national-title-aspirations-stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-begins-practice.aspx

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Kennedy highlights the deepest midfield of coach Joe Spallina's 10-season tenure at Stony Brook. That midfield group also includes USC graduate transfer and former Pac-12 first-team all-conference selection Kaeli Huff, 2019 first-team All-America East pick Siobhan Rafferty (who missed last season rehabbing an ACL tear after tallying 50 goals the previous year), Kira Accettella, Sarah Pulis, Charlotte Verhulst and freshman phenom Ellie Masera, who happens to be Huff's cousin.

During Spallina's now 10 seasons at the helm, Stony Brook has produced a 143-27 overall record, seven straight America East titles, and currently rides a 44-game winning streak against conference opponents.

"Everybody really believes in this. We can make it to the national championship," Huff said. "It's really cool to have this common goal. Everybody has bought into that."
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 22, 2021, 02:45:05 pm
podcast with Ally "the Franchise" Kennedy: https://stonybrookathletics.podbean.com/e/the-howl-s2-e19-ally-kennedy-womens-lacrosse-national-preseason-player-of-year/

sounds like the team has depth, and, anything less than a national title will be a letdown. GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 25, 2021, 12:06:05 pm
to adjust the balto-centric lax mafia ruling here, move us up two spots: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/ilwomen-s-preseason-di-top-20-rankings/57192

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ILWomen's Preseason DI Top 20 Rankings

1. North Carolina

2. Notre Dame

3. Syracuse

4. Northwestern

5. Loyola

6. Stony Brook

7. Florida

8. Maryland
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 29, 2021, 12:26:18 pm
Stony Brook Women's lacrosse team led by one of the top players in the US
https://abc7ny.com/sports/stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-team-led--by-one-of-the-top-players-in-the-us/10076078/

video interview, great press. GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 01, 2021, 11:41:45 am
2021 NCAA LACROSSE PREVIEW: NO. 5 STONY BROOK (WOMEN)
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/2021-ncaa-lacrosse-preview-no-5-stony-brook-women

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“This is by far the best team we’ve ever had,” he said. “We’ve never had the strength of our team be our midfield. We have 13 Division I midfielders who, in a normal year, could be starters for us.”

Siobhan Rafferty, who missed 2020 with an ACL injury, “might be quicker than she was” after recovering. Sarah Pulis, in Spallina’s opinion, has grown more as a player than anyone else at the position.

Kailyn Hart, the freshman highlight-reel whose eye-popping behind-the-back goal against Syracuse made SportsCenter’s Top 10 plays, has “made a jump.” Spallina is perhaps most excited about Charlotte Verhulst, a sophomore who is poised to dominate the draw, which has consistently been an area that’s lagged behind the rest of the team.

There are newcomers poised to shake things up, too. Ellie Masera is “by far the most polished freshman” Spallina said he’s ever had.

“I had our coaches write down a starting lineup, and none of them were the same,” Spallina said.

and that doesnt even include kennedy, accetella, huff, and sabella.

oh, and taryn ohlmiller.


(https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/sites/default/files/images/articles/rayna-sabella-stony-brook-john-strohsacker.jpg)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 01, 2021, 11:43:06 am
After Lost Season, 50-Goal Scorer Siobhan Rafferty Primed for Big Return
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2021/1/27/womens-lacrosse-after-lost-season-50-goal-scorer-siobhan-rafferty-primed-for-big-return.aspx

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"I learned how to work hard," Rafferty recalled about her freshman year. "Day in and day out, I would watch Kylie and Murph at practice. Coach always says, for example this year with Ally, 'The best player is the hardest worker in the room.' I knew if I wanted to be great, I had to really work hard every single day no matter what."

Rafferty's accomplishments extend beyond the field. A psychology major who aspires to enroll in nursing school after her undergraduate work, she has produced a 3.79 GPA. Rafferty has been named All-Academic by America East the past two years.

With the extra year of eligibility after missing last season with the knee injury, Rafferty again intends to play with the Seawolves in 2022.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on February 01, 2021, 12:26:19 pm
2021 NCAA LACROSSE PREVIEW: NO. 5 STONY BROOK (WOMEN)
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/2021-ncaa-lacrosse-preview-no-5-stony-brook-women

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“This is by far the best team we’ve ever had,” he said. “We’ve never had the strength of our team be our midfield. We have 13 Division I midfielders who, in a normal year, could be starters for us.”

Siobhan Rafferty, who missed 2020 with an ACL injury, “might be quicker than she was” after recovering. Sarah Pulis, in Spallina’s opinion, has grown more as a player than anyone else at the position.

Kailyn Hart, the freshman highlight-reel whose eye-popping behind-the-back goal against Syracuse made SportsCenter’s Top 10 plays, has “made a jump.” Spallina is perhaps most excited about Charlotte Verhulst, a sophomore who is poised to dominate the draw, which has consistently been an area that’s lagged behind the rest of the team.

There are newcomers poised to shake things up, too. Ellie Masera is “by far the most polished freshman” Spallina said he’s ever had.

“I had our coaches write down a starting lineup, and none of them were the same,” Spallina said.

and that doesnt even include kennedy, accetella, huff, and sabella.

oh, and taryn ohlmiller.


(https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/sites/default/files/images/articles/rayna-sabella-stony-brook-john-strohsacker.jpg)

Joe Spallina knows how to recruit and is an amazing coach and person. I've had a few conversations with him over the years, and there is a reason why SB women's Lax is constantly a top 5 team in D1. A great coach, equals great players who want to win and come here to get an education and compete.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 01, 2021, 02:25:40 pm
ILWomen's Preseason DI All-Americans
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/ilwomen-s-preseason-di-all-americans/57219

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First Team
M   Ally Kennedy   Gr.   Stony Brook

Second Team
A   Taryn Ohlmiller   Gr.   Stony Brook
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 03, 2021, 06:10:05 pm
rubin does a good interview with associate head coach hillier: https://stonybrookathletics.podbean.com/e/the-howl-s2-e21-kim-hillier-womens-lacrosse-associate-head-coach/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 08, 2021, 05:31:49 pm
huff: https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2021/2/4/womens-lacrosse-west-coast-import-kaeli-huff-returns-home-for-final-college-lacrosse-season.aspx

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A former Pac-12 all-conference first-team selection, Huff further adds to a loaded midfield for the Seawolves that includes her cousin, freshman Ellie Masera, as well as preseason national player of the year Ally Kennedy.

Huff tallied 86 goals, 16 assists, 79 ground balls and 46 caused turnovers with the Trojans from 2017 through '20.

Huff now has changed sides. She is pursuing an MBA as a graduate student at Stony Brook. Huff should complete the degree this summer.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 08, 2021, 10:00:02 pm
THE 2021 DIVISION I WOMEN'S LACROSSE SEASON FROM A-TO-Z
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/the-2021-division-i-womens-lacrosse-season-from-a-to-z

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D IS FOR DRAW DOMINATORS.
Three draw-takers — Caitlyn Petro of UMass, Maddie Jenner of Duke and Brennan Dwyer of Northwestern — can single-handedly alter the course of a game. Momentum so often lies within the confines of the draw circle, and the aforementioned women are a step above the rest at the position. Arden Tierney of Richmond is an up-and-comer at the position, and don’t overlook Stony Brook’s Ally Kennedy. She might be the best in the business at coming off the circle and securing possession.

S IS FOR STONY BROOK.
Speaking of Stony Brook, it’s the same question as its been for much of the last half-decade. Will this be the year Joe Spallina’s blue-collar bunch earns a trip to Championship Weekend? Midfielder Ally Kennedy is a Tewaaraton favorite and the US Lacrosse Magazine Division I Women’s Preseason Player of the Year. The midfield is deep, the attack is led by Taryn Ohlmiller and the zone defense is still formidable. We’ll see.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 09, 2021, 01:10:43 pm
8-Peat? Women's Lacrosse Unanimously Picked First in AE Preseason Poll
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2021/2/9/8-peat-womens-lacrosse-unanimously-picked-first-in-ae-preseason-poll.aspx

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STONY BROOK, N.Y. — The Stony Brook women's lacrosse team has won seven straight America East titles and owns a 42-game winning streak against conference opponents.

So, no surprise, the Seawolves were the unanimous selection for first place by the league's coaches in the preseason America East poll released Tuesday.

Stony Brook is ranked sixth nationally in the IWLCA Coaches and Inside Lacrosse polls and fifth in the Nike/US Lacrosse poll.

Here is the predicted order of finish in America East, with voting point totals:

1. Stony Brook, 49
2. UAlbany, 43
3. New Hampshire, 34
4. UMBC, 30
5. Vermont, 26
6. Binghamton, 21
7. UMass Lowell, 14
8. Hartford, 7
 


https://americaeast.com/news/2021/2/9/2021-wlax-preseasonpoll.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 10, 2021, 11:15:05 am
5 BOLD PREDICTIONS FOR THE 2021 DIVISION I WOMEN'S LACROSSE SEASON
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/5-bold-predictions-for-the-2021-division-i-womens-lacrosse-season

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THE TEWAARATON FINALISTS
Ally Kennedy: The US Lacrosse Magazine Preseason Player of the Year is a relentless midfielder who impacts the game on offense, defense and the draw.


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THE ALL-TIME ASSIST MARK FALLS
In 2018, Kylie Ohlmiller set the all-time assists record and finished her storied Stony Brook career with 246. By season’s end, there will be a new No. 1.

Kailey Conry, the former Boston U. standout now at Denver, and Katie Hoeg, North Carolina’s all-time points leader, both need career-best seasons, but the top spot isn’t an impossibility. Conry is closest, needing 80 assists to tie Ohlmiller, but Hoeg probably has the easier path despite needing 86 more.

Conry steps into a new team, and her role is a little less defined. Hoeg, on the other hand, is the primary feeder on what’s expected to be one of the top offenses in the country. She had 73 assists in 2019 and 26 in 2020, albeit in six games. Had she kept up last year’s pace, she would have totaled 91 assists.

The Tar Heels have an embarrassment of offensive riches. Jamie Ortega, Scottie Rose Growney, Tayler Warehime and Ally Mastroianni are back. Caitlyn Wurzburger, one of the best high school players of all time, is in the fold. Katie Bourque, Dartmouth’s leading scorer last year, transferred in. As did Kerrigan Miller, a gritty, do-it-all midfielder.

With those options and what’s anticipated to be a deep run through the NCAA tournament, Hoeg could challenge Ohlmiller.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on February 10, 2021, 03:39:44 pm
Does anyone know if the women will be adding more games to the current 2021 schedule?  The schedule posted is short, which could have to do with COVID considerations and restrictions. But, Outside of playing @ ‘Cuse, the schedule looks weak. 

On a side note,  Loyola and Notre Dame are ranked to high in the pre-season poll IMO.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 11, 2021, 09:26:31 am
yes- this just in- https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-thursday-feb-11

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The season opener between North Carolina and James Madison, scheduled for Feb. 13, has been postponed due to a positive test within the Dukes’ program.

According to Kenny DeJohn, Stony Brook will take the place of James Madison this weekend, since the Seawolves had a game against Villanova postponed.


nova moved our game to 2/18: https://villanova.com/sports/womens-lacrosse

i note the SB schedule isnt updated yet: https://stonybrookathletics.com/sports/womens-lacrosse/schedule

but it looks like sunday 1pm game in Chapel Hill: http://fanlax.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=227101#p227101
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 11, 2021, 12:26:24 pm
confirmed:

NO. 1 NORTH CAROLINA TO HOST NO. 5 STONY BROOK ON SUNDAY
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/no-1-north-carolina-to-host-no-5-stony-brook-on-sunday

SB schedule updated too.

anyone know how this happened with the bathroom bill in place???
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on February 11, 2021, 12:35:08 pm
confirmed:

NO. 1 NORTH CAROLINA TO HOST NO. 5 STONY BROOK ON SUNDAY
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/no-1-north-carolina-to-host-no-5-stony-brook-on-sunday

SB schedule updated too.

anyone know how this happened with the bathroom bill in place???

I heard Emperor Cuomo lifted that ban because NC is now on board with the LGBTA, or whatever it is, to allow he/she to use the same bathroom, when they want, whenever that want. As per Brookland on Twitter.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 11, 2021, 02:35:58 pm
great.  it likely cost us a F4 berth a few seasons back.

separately, there was a LOT of complaining on the interwebs about SB's "soft" schedule.  adding UNC should help.  what with them being #1 and all...

of course, still won't be good enough.  even if we win. GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: guest369 on February 11, 2021, 03:23:56 pm
You'd have to think COVID hurt our nonconference the most. We do get #1 UNC and #3 Syracuse, but that's it. We'll need to win both to make sure we get an appropriate seed.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 11, 2021, 04:43:35 pm
and even that might not be enough.

a related topic: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/ilwomen-s-2021-tewaaraton-watch/57270

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ILWomen’s 2021 Tewaaraton Watch

Ally Kennedy, M, Stony Brook, Gr.
The nation’s top midfielder heading into the 2021 season, Kennedy has been a mainstay in the U.S. national team program in recent years. A two-time All-American, Kennedy dominates the box score in nearly every facet of the game. She’s totaled 248 points (193G, 55A), 133 groundballs, 43 caused turnovers and 242 draws in her career. Accustom to drawing the opposition’s top offensive threat from the midfield, her game is as solid offensively as it is defensively, and almost unrivaled nationally in between the 30s.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 12, 2021, 12:07:42 pm
Women's Weekend Watch: Lacrosse (Finally) Returns With Unexpected Top 10 Tilt
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/women-s-weekend-watch-lacrosse-finally-returns-with-unexpected-top-10-tilt/57273

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But UNC will see another opponent this weekend. No. 6 Stony Brook, whose season opener at Villanova Thursday, Feb. 18 was also postponed, swooped in Wednesday night and scheduled a game. The top-10 opponents will square off Sunday in Chapel Hill in the first-ever meeting between the two programs.

It started as something of a joke — Stony Brook’s head coach Joe Spallina and Levy, who work together with Team USA, were talking Tuesday. Levy mentioned the game with James Madison might get postponed. Spallina told her Stony Brook would fill the hole in their schedule.

“She texted me the next morning, ‘JMU is out,’ and I was like, ‘We’re in,” says Spallina, whose Seawolves have won every season opener since he took the reins of the program in 2012. He ran it by SBU Athletic Director Shawn Heilbron, who was all-in too.

But how does one get ready for a road game with the top-ranked team in the country in about three days?

“When you’re preparing for North Carolina, this may be the best way,” Spallina says. “You don’t have a lot of time to outsmart yourself. It’s believing in who you are… and adjusting and adapting on the fly.”

Spallina knows the Seawolves have a tall task ahead of them, calling the 2021 Tar Heels “one of the best conglomerations of players we’ve seen in a long time.” Controlling the draw and matching UNC punch for punch will be key for the Seawolves, who will trot out a few freshmen of their own. Midfielders Jaden Hampbell and Ellie Masera and defender Claire Levy, who Spallina says is as “fast as Kennedy,” will see significant time. Two-way midfielder Kaeli Huff will also make her Seawolves debut.  And, in addition to Kennedy (22 G, 5 A, 47 DC), All-American Taryn Ohlmiller (14G, 12A) and one of last year’s breakout rookies Kailyn Hart (11G, 2A), will be back on the field in what could turn into a track meet.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 12, 2021, 12:10:36 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-friday-feb-12


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Taryn Ohlmiller and No. 5 Stony Brook will visit No. 1 North Carolina on Sunday to highlight the slate on the opening weekend of the 2021 women's college lacrosse season.

1. The busiest weekend of the early college lacrosse season is set to unfold and it got even better with yesterday’s announcement that No. 1 North Carolina will host No. 5 Stony Brook in a women’s blockbuster on Sunday. Follow the action this weekend and all season long with our TV/Streaming listings.


(https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/sites/default/files/images/articles/dialed-in-021221_0.jpg)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on February 12, 2021, 01:12:17 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-friday-feb-12


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Taryn Ohlmiller and No. 5 Stony Brook will visit No. 1 North Carolina on Sunday to highlight the slate on the opening weekend of the 2021 women's college lacrosse season.

1. The busiest weekend of the early college lacrosse season is set to unfold and it got even better with yesterday’s announcement that No. 1 North Carolina will host No. 5 Stony Brook in a women’s blockbuster on Sunday. Follow the action this weekend and all season long with our TV/Streaming listings.


(https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/sites/default/files/images/articles/dialed-in-021221_0.jpg)

Could you imagine if SB pulled this one off!!!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 13, 2021, 02:46:35 pm
GAMEDAY GUIDE: WHAT TO WATCH FOR THIS WEEKEND IN WOMEN'S LACROSSE
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/gameday-guide-what-to-watch-for-this-weekend-in-womens-lacrosse-4

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GAME OF THE WEEK
NO. 5 STONY BROOK AT NO. 1 NORTH CAROLINA
It came together in a matter of hours. Thank goodness it did. We now have a marquee, blockbuster matchup on the first weekend of the season, as No. 5 Stony Brook heads south to visit No. 1 North Carolina on Sunday at noon.

North Carolina, the easy choice for the No. 1 team in the Nike/US Lacrosse Division I Women’s Preseason Top 20, instantly gets a test after No. 12 James Madison postponed the game originally scheduled for Saturday.

For Stony Brook, coach Joe Spallina has raved about his midfield depth. UNC coach Jenny Levy added to her midfield through the transfer portal, adding Kerrigan Miller and Katie Bourque. This one comes down to the draw and whether or not Stony Brook can handle the UNC offense.

Even on opening weekend, this is a candidate for one of the best games of the season.

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UNDER-THE-RADAR STARS
Siobhan Rafferty, Stony Brook

She’s back. Rafferty missed 2020 with an ACL injury, but the midfielder is healthy this spring. Last time we saw Rafferty, she finished her 2019 sophomore campaign with 50 goals, which ranked second on the team. Adding her back to an already deep offense should be a huge boon for Stony Brook.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: guest410 on February 14, 2021, 12:15:20 pm
Ally Kennedy is such a special player. Dominant in all aspects.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on February 14, 2021, 12:43:00 pm
Ally Kennedy is such a special player. Dominant in all aspects.

She's awesome.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 14, 2021, 07:49:09 pm
ladies hung in there for about a half, but otherwise, a tough day: https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/sunday-wrap-familiar-faces-lead-no-1-unc-past-stony-brook

kudos to coach spallina and the girls for saying they'll play anyone, anywhere, anytime, and meaning it.  they might never see an opponent this good ever again.  few will.

GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on February 15, 2021, 07:08:26 am
ladies hung in there for about a half, but otherwise, a tough day: https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/sunday-wrap-familiar-faces-lead-no-1-unc-past-stony-brook

kudos to coach spallina and the girls for saying they'll play anyone, anywhere, anytime, and meaning it.  they might never see an opponent this good ever again.  few will.

GO SB

You have to play the best to beat the best. I would love to see SB schedule top 10 teams every year. You can only get better over time with recruiting and the thirst to win.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 15, 2021, 08:56:07 am
yeah.  a day late on this but here is a preview: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/stony-brook-the-seawolves-want-more/57286

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 15, 2021, 11:37:46 am
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/polls

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1    North Carolina (1 - 0)   320 (16)   1
2    Notre Dame (0 - 0)   289   2
3    Northwestern (1 - 0)   284   4
4    Syracuse (0 - 0)   276   3
5    Loyola (0 - 0)   239   5
6    Stony Brook (0 - 1)   229   6


https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/unc-flexes-muscle-stays-atop-nike-us-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20

    
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FEBRUARY 15, 2020
1   North Carolina   1-0   1   2/19 vs. No. 6 Florida
2   Notre Dame   1-0   2   2/19 vs. Central Michigan
3   Loyola   0-0   3   2/20 vs. No. 4 Syracuse
4   Syracuse   0-0   4   2/20 @ No. 3 Loyola
5   Northwestern   1-0   6   2/26 @ Johns Hopkins
6   Florida   1-0   7   2/19 @ No. 1 North Carolina
7   Stony Brook   0-1   5   2/27 @ No. 4 Syracuse


Stony Brook (-2)

Let’s not overreact to Stony Brook’s loss against the de facto No. 1 team in the country with a smothering defense. Rainy, muddy conditions could have certainly played a factor in the sloppiness on both sides, though the Stony Brook offense appeared unsettled in the final 20-plus minutes. Goalie play very well could have been the difference here, too. Taylor Moreno made 10 saves for the Tar Heels, while Kameron Halsall made just seven for the Seawolves.

Stony Brook gets a big test in its next game, a Feb. 27 tilt against Syracuse in the Carrier Dome. Last year in the Dome, Stony Brook earned a win in one of the best games of the season.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 16, 2021, 12:32:38 pm
ILWomen Takeaways: Lacrosse is Back(!!!)
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/ilwomen-takeaways-lacrosse-is-back-/57304

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Stony Brook is hungry and willing to play anywhere against the best.

We didn’t see any upsets, but many winning teams were trailing early (Rutgers, San Diego State, Liberty, Stony Brook and High Point all got on the board first),


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North Carolina 14, Stony Brook 7
Stony Brook stormed out of the gate, jumping out to an early 2-0 lead over North Carolina in Chapel Hill, but once UNC slowly started figuring out Stony Brook’s zone defense—and how to attack it from low—it was off to the races for the Tar Heels.

Offensively, Stony Brook heavily relied on its passing game to score. The tactic isn’t unusual for them, but the outdoor elements (i.e. freezing rain) proved to be an issue at times. Veteran quarterbacking attacker Taryn Ohlmiller (4A) paced the Seawolves offensively with a team-high four points.

As the game forged on, Ally Kennedy (3G on 10 shots; 3 GB, 7 DC) tried to put the Seawolves on her back—attempting several 1v1 opportunities, but with limited off-ball movement, UNC’s defense quickly adjusted with easy slides. Caroline Wakefield looked exceptional in the matchup, causing a game-high three turnovers.

While Stony Brook outshot UNC, 29-23, the chemistry and firepower of the Tar Heels prevailed. The “Hoeg (2G, 5A) & Ortega (3G, 2A) Show” was back in peak condition, while Tayler Warehime (4G) proved to be a difference-maker off-ball.

Arguably the biggest difference in the game came in the form of Taylor Moreno’s 10 saves (58.82%)—with several stops coming in a crucial crunch where Stony Brook was attempting to make a comeback in the second half. Moreno’s saves led to critical points on the offensive end, as UNC steadily extended its lead.

Overall, North Carolina played like the No. 1 team in the country. They were able to adjust in the elements, dig deep and have multiple players step up, make plays and find a way to win—together.

As for Stony Brook? Don’t count the Seawolves out by any means. They were well-organized throughout the entire game and had just days to prepare for the No. 1 matchup (not to mention a bus ride down from New York, a hotel stay in Virginia on Saturday evening—where power/heat was eventually lost due to a storm moving through the area).

Up next for both powerhouses? No. 1 UNC welcomes No. 7 Florida to town. Stony Brook heads to Villanova on Thursday.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on February 16, 2021, 12:56:12 pm
ILWomen Takeaways: Lacrosse is Back(!!!)
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/ilwomen-takeaways-lacrosse-is-back-/57304

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Stony Brook is hungry and willing to play anywhere against the best.

We didn’t see any upsets, but many winning teams were trailing early (Rutgers, San Diego State, Liberty, Stony Brook and High Point all got on the board first),


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North Carolina 14, Stony Brook 7
Stony Brook stormed out of the gate, jumping out to an early 2-0 lead over North Carolina in Chapel Hill, but once UNC slowly started figuring out Stony Brook’s zone defense—and how to attack it from low—it was off to the races for the Tar Heels.

Offensively, Stony Brook heavily relied on its passing game to score. The tactic isn’t unusual for them, but the outdoor elements (i.e. freezing rain) proved to be an issue at times. Veteran quarterbacking attacker Taryn Ohlmiller (4A) paced the Seawolves offensively with a team-high four points.

As the game forged on, Ally Kennedy (3G on 10 shots; 3 GB, 7 DC) tried to put the Seawolves on her back—attempting several 1v1 opportunities, but with limited off-ball movement, UNC’s defense quickly adjusted with easy slides. Caroline Wakefield looked exceptional in the matchup, causing a game-high three turnovers.

While Stony Brook outshot UNC, 29-23, the chemistry and firepower of the Tar Heels prevailed. The “Hoeg (2G, 5A) & Ortega (3G, 2A) Show” was back in peak condition, while Tayler Warehime (4G) proved to be a difference-maker off-ball.

Arguably the biggest difference in the game came in the form of Taylor Moreno’s 10 saves (58.82%)—with several stops coming in a crucial crunch where Stony Brook was attempting to make a comeback in the second half. Moreno’s saves led to critical points on the offensive end, as UNC steadily extended its lead.

Overall, North Carolina played like the No. 1 team in the country. They were able to adjust in the elements, dig deep and have multiple players step up, make plays and find a way to win—together.

As for Stony Brook? Don’t count the Seawolves out by any means. They were well-organized throughout the entire game and had just days to prepare for the No. 1 matchup (not to mention a bus ride down from New York, a hotel stay in Virginia on Saturday evening—where power/heat was eventually lost due to a storm moving through the area).

Up next for both powerhouses? No. 1 UNC welcomes No. 7 Florida to town. Stony Brook heads to Villanova on Thursday.

If this article doesn't get your juices flowing then I don't know what will. SB Women's Lax is getting the respect they deserve. The men's Lax is next!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: guest369 on February 16, 2021, 01:04:15 pm
It's early but Gilardi seems to be a really good hire so far. A hell of an opening statement last weekend even if Sacred Heart wasn't a difficult team. They were 5-2 last season but a lot of those were close games. Then to come out this season and absolutely stomp the crap out of a team on opening day. Getting the Maryland transfer Pallonetti was obviously huge too - more P5 recruits transfering here, please!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 16, 2021, 02:35:46 pm
i actually think it's an understatement- remember that he barely has his recruits in the lineup at this stage!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: KFERMINSBU on February 17, 2021, 07:15:03 pm
Heads up, Spallina announced USC @ SB this Tues, time TBD

https://twitter.com/JoeSpallina/status/1362187085772447747?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 20, 2021, 11:41:14 am
reminder- ladies play BU tomorrow at 1pm.

for those who like consolation- #1 UNC beat up on #7 Florida, 11-5: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/ilwomen-breakdown-unc-11-florida-5/57331
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 20, 2021, 03:40:35 pm
looking ahead (cardinal sin) but relevant: https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/no-4-syracuse-continued-from-where-it-left-off-in-18-6-win-over-no-3-loyola

NO. 4 SYRACUSE 'CONTINUED FROM WHERE IT LEFT OFF' IN 18-6 WIN OVER NO. 3 LOYOLA
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on February 20, 2021, 11:35:56 pm
I mentioned in an earlier I post that Loyola and Notre Dame both seemed to be over ranked in pre-season polls. The shellacking Loyola took from Cuse doesn’t surprise.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 21, 2021, 03:01:48 pm
BU used to be a pretty good team (i think?).  they were 11-2 against us.  today we throttled them pretty good, 20-10.  nice rebound after the UNC game.

spallina- 47-2 against AE teams (96%)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 22, 2021, 10:02:57 am
#5 https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/major-shakeups-in-nike-us-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20

tied for #5 https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/wdi/polls/2021

we play #14/20 and #2/4 this week. GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 23, 2021, 01:59:07 pm
#15 USC?  no problem.

wolfettes win 15-3 in the snow.  halsall was lights out, kennedy crushes draw controls.  ohlmiller scored 6. https://stonybrookathletics.com/sidearmstats/wlax/individual;team=home
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on February 23, 2021, 03:14:01 pm
A rare occasion to get enthused about an SBU team!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 25, 2021, 09:31:37 pm
Stony Brook women's lacrosse excited for date with Syracuse
https://bronx.news12.com/stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-excited-for-date-with-syracuse
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 26, 2021, 11:45:43 pm
GAMEDAY GUIDE: WHAT TO WATCH FOR THIS WEEKEND IN WOMEN'S LACROSSE
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/gameday-guide-what-to-watch-for-this-weekend-in-womens-lacrosse-6

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GAME OF THE WEEK
NO. 5 STONY BROOK AT NO. 2 SYRACUSE
It’s the second game against a top-five opponent for both of these teams, though they were on opposite ends of the results. Stony Brook fell 14-7 to No. 1 North Carolina, while Syracuse toppled then-No. 3 Loyola 18-6.

Last time these teams played, Stony Brook won a one-goal thriller in the Carrier Dome. Both teams remain largely the same, though Stony Brook has tinkered with its personnel a bit in the early stages of this spring.

With Emily Hawryschuk and Ally Kennedy sharing the same field, there’s top-tier talent to watch in a game that could go down to the wire.




Syracuse Women's Lacrosse Look to Re-Write Script Against Stony Brook
https://www.si.com/college/syracuse/lacrosse/syracuse-womens-lacrosse-look-to-re-write-script-against-stony-brook

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2) Stony Brook and Syracuse Both have a Blue Collar Mentality. What do I mean by this? It's easy to talk, it's harder to do. It's easy to tell, it's harder to show. Stony Brook and Syracuse are, and always have been, similar in this way: they let their talent speak for itself, and they don't ever, ever give up. We saw that with our own eyes from both teams last year, as they both went on major runs without ever taking their foot off of the gas. Bottom line: tomorrow is going to be a cold, hard, fight.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on February 27, 2021, 12:34:26 pm
Cuse was w/o their best player Hawrychuck today and they still throttled us by 10. AK held pointless. Wow.  Really not sure what happened here.  Given our abysmal strength of schedule going forward and the selection committee’s laziness and utter disdain for mid-major teams, I’d say any road to the final four will likely be a rematch with either Cuse or UNC in the quarter finals.  Tall task for Spallina and crew given they won’t be seeing any more top-level  competition until the tourney.  I expected a much better performance today with the senior leadership we have. Still hoping they can finally break through to the Final-Four when the time comes but today stings.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on February 27, 2021, 12:59:52 pm
Clearly not a national championship caliber team but should finish in the top ten.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 01, 2021, 11:41:31 am
media poll says #8: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/polls

nike is #7: https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/three-new-teams-join-nike-us-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20

https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/welcome-to-the-meg-show-breaking-down-cuse-over-stony-brook/57374
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 05, 2021, 09:50:59 pm
another dominating win, this one over UMBC.  it was 9-1 in the 1st half.  next is towson.

https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/gameday-guide-what-to-watch-for-this-weekend-in-womens-lacrosse-7

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GAME NO ONE’S TALKING ABOUT
NO. 7 STONY BROOK AT NO. 14 TOWSON
Maybe no one’s talking about it because Stony Brook is coming off a big loss to Syracuse, and maybe even because there are some who still aren’t sold on Towson. Stony Brook does have the track record, though, and Towson appears to be moving in the right direction.

One year ago this weekend, Stony Brook topped Towson 13-8 behind a combined seven goals from Ally Kennedy and Taryn Ohlmiller. Towson now boasts an offense featuring Nikki Sliwak, though, meaning the Tigers have more firepower than years past.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 07, 2021, 02:28:25 pm
Watched the Towson game on live stream. (And previous games)This years women’s team is just missing something. Poise?  Swagger? The “it” factor? They are a speedy and aggressive squad but the offense looks a bit stagnant at times for a top ten team with a lot of 5th year and senior players.  I hope this team finds its Mojo. I’m just not seeing it so far.

We escape with the victory. Our Goalie was the difference maker in this game. Period.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 07, 2021, 03:09:37 pm
agreed.  but still a top ten team and just grinded out a road win at towson. GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 08, 2021, 09:16:30 am
SUNDAY WRAP: STONY BROOK HANDS TOWSON FIRST LOSS ON DAY OF UPSETS
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/sunday-wrap-stony-brook-hands-towson-first-loss-on-day-of-upsets

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A dominant defensive effort in the first half paved the way for No. 7 Stony Brook in a 10-8 victory at No. 14 Towson on Sunday afternoon.

Towson had to work for every offensive opportunity against the Seawolves’ zone defense, and when they did get off a shot, Stony Brook goalie Kameron Halsall was up to the challenge. Halsall, who did not play in Friday’s win over UMBC, made four saves in each half to earn the victory.


https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/fuel/daily-digest/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-monday-march-8

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4. Plenty of upsets on Sunday, but Stony Brook held on.

However, No. 7 Stony Brook avoided that same fate, playing lockdown defense en route to a 10-8 win over No. 14 Towson.

Both Michigan and Stony Brook also picked up victories on Friday to start the weekend. More in the Friday wrap.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 08, 2021, 05:40:16 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/pro/wpll/bill-cummings-mccool-ohlmiller-join-athletes-unlimited-lacrosse

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New York — Athletes Unlimited today announced that former U.S. national team member Maggie Bill and current players Taylor Cummings, Marie McCool and Kylie Ohlmiller are confirmed to fill four of 56 roster spots in the new lacrosse league to be played July 19-August 22.

Ohlmiller, an attacker from Stony Brook, is a four-time All-American, two-time American East Conference Player of the Year and the NCAA record holder for single-season points, career points and career assists.

“I am so pumped for the opportunity to get back out on the field with some of the world’s best,” Ohlmiller said. “My hope in joining Athletes Unlimited is to accomplish some really special things to grow the women’s game that haven’t been done before.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 11, 2021, 02:06:38 pm
kennedy and ohlmiller on the tewey watchlist: https://navysports.com/news/2021/3/11/womens-lacrosse-victory-named-to-initial-tewaaraton-award-watch-list.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 15, 2021, 12:05:22 pm
#6 https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/polls

#5 https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/jacksonville-shakes-up-nike-us-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 18, 2021, 04:29:50 pm
PRO PICKS: THE TOP WOMEN'S STICKS OF 2021
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/pro/industry/pro-picks-the-top-womens-sticks-of-2021

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The Brine Dynasty Warp Pro lacrosse head was designed and developed by Kylie Ohlmiller, the NCAA all-time leader in points (498) and assists (246), helping make history at Stony Brook University. The pocket provides maximum power and ball control, and players like the fact that there is a narrow channel which is specifically designed for sweet spot hold.   

WEAPON OF CHOICE
KYLIE OHLMILLER, STONY BROOK 2018
“Working with Brine to develop the Warp KO was special because it allowed me to create a pocket that helps me play comfortably and creatively as an attacker. We developed the pocket with maximum hold in the sweet spot — which is exactly where I like the ball to sit at all times when I’m setting up a shot, dodging and looking to feed — allowing for that triple-threat freedom.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 19, 2021, 11:06:11 pm
UAlbany women's lacrosse tries to leave behind history against Stony Brook
Great Danes have lost their past 14 meetings vs. No. 5 Seawolves entering Saturday's game
https://www.timesunion.com/sports/article/UAlbany-women-s-lacrosse-tries-to-leave-behind-16039728.php

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The Great Danes (5-2 overall, 2-0 league) have won three straight games, including an 18-7 victory over 20th-ranked Hofstra on March 9.

In its only other game against a nationally ranked team, UAlbany lost 22-12 to No. 13 Boston College in the season opener on Feb. 23.

Stony Brook, which has beaten UAlbany in seven straight America East title games, has also lost twice this season. But those setbacks were against No. 1 North Carolina (14-7) on Feb. 14 and No. 2 Syracuse (16-6) on Feb. 27.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 20, 2021, 08:01:24 pm
Great Danes played their typical brand of dirty lacrosse but SB women kept their composure and came away with a hard fought  win.  The refs gave out yellow cards but also missed a few egregious penalties by the Danes. Spallina was livid.  Our goalie Halsall is a phenomenal player.  Great pick-up by Spallina when she transferred in from Rutgers two years ago.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 22, 2021, 11:49:55 am
meida #6: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/polls

nike #5: https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/michigan-stanford-enter-nike-us-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 25, 2021, 07:12:32 pm
solid 12-8 win of hof at LaValle, 15 straight at home. https://stonybrookathletics.com/sidearmstats/wlax/media;team=home

considine scored a hat trick.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 26, 2021, 12:32:15 pm
accettella: https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/beth-hofmann-it-was-like-the-longest-hug-of-my-life

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Accettella, a sophomore midfielder at Stony Brook, is still considering trying to find her birth family.

Accettella was born Katerina Dzhenna Danna Kompetiello and lived for more than three years in a Russian orphanage before being adopted by Peter and Peggy Accettella of Oakdale, N.Y.

“I remember my mom saying I came here with nothing,” Accettella said. “She said I came with one jacket, one pair of boots, one shirt. ‘You had a Winnie the Pooh shirt. That’s all you had. Your face, you looked so sad and just lost.’ That’s what happens when you’re young and being abandoned for three years. I can’t remember it, but I know it was difficult.”

Accettella struggled to learn English and fit in at school. She repeated kindergarten twice as she fought to manage ADHD and auditory processing issues. Athletics, though, came naturally to her and helped her find her niche.

“When I played sports, I felt really confident in that environment because I wasn’t so good in school,” Accettella said. “That’s where I shined. I felt really confident with sports, and that’s where I made a lot of friends. Sports has been my thing, my comfort zone, ever since I was little. When I play lacrosse, I feel really happy, and I don’t worry about anything else.”

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 28, 2021, 12:48:48 pm
19-1 road win in the rain against hart.

GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 29, 2021, 12:29:15 pm
nike #5: https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/more-b1g-madness-in-nike-us-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 03, 2021, 01:20:11 pm
ladies beat VT 19-8.

kennedy: 7G, 6 draw controls
ohlmiller: 3,2
verhulst: 6 draw controls
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 05, 2021, 11:01:48 am
#6: https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/acc-clashes-shuffle-top-5-of-nike-us-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on April 05, 2021, 03:46:15 pm
it’s nice to be ranked in the top 10 week in and week out.  Yet, our strength of schedule (America East) as compared to most teams in Or around the Top 10 will likely hurt us immensely when it comes to playoff seeding. I can’t envision a scenario where the selection committee will accidentally do us any favors. It’s unfortunate that we couldn’t add another quality opponent or two on the schedule  to help bolster the resume. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on April 05, 2021, 03:54:37 pm
it’s nice to be ranked in the top 10 week in and week out.  Yet, our strength of schedule (America East) as compared to most teams in Or around the Top 10 will likely hurt us immensely when it comes to playoff seeding. I can’t envision a scenario where the selection committee will accidentally do us any favors. It’s unfortunate that we couldn’t add another quality opponent or two on the schedule  to help bolster the resume.
I have the answer to this problem. Just keep winning and eventually you will be playing the best team in D1.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 07, 2021, 04:08:28 pm
WOMEN'S LACROSSE BRACKETOLOGY: A NEW PROCESS AWAITS THE COMMITTEE
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/womens-lacrosse-bracketology-a-new-process-awaits-the-committee

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AUTOMATIC QUALIFIERS (15)
Stony Brook   9-2   5-0

Stony Brook had two chances at big wins against UNC and Syracuse, but came up empty handed …

Albany is the second-best team in the America East and likely needs a win over Stony Brook to even think about making the field …


PROJECTED BRACKET
Stony Brook, N.Y.

Rutgers at (8) Stony Brook (A-EAST)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 07, 2021, 06:31:03 pm
Seawolves’ Ally Kennedy has shot at national player of the year award
https://bronx.news12.com/seawolves-ally-kennedy-has-shot-at-national-player-of-the-year-award


video interviews with spallina and kennedy.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 08, 2021, 11:56:29 am
Thursday Takes: Transfers Taking Over
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/thursday-takes-transfers-taking-over/57546

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Kaeli Huff, Midfield

Former College: Southern California

Current College: Stony Brook

At Stony Brook: 7G, 3A, 9 GB, 1 DC, 3 CT

Kaeli Huff, a well-rounded, two-way midfielder had a stellar four-year career with the USC Trojans. In California, she accumulated 86 goals, 16 assists, 79 groundballs and 46 caused turnovers; but with her additional year of eligibility, she he has returned home to Long Island to join the Stony Brook Seawolves for her fifth season as a graduate student. Huff has played and started all eight games for the No. 6 Seawolves, tallying seven goals and three assists so far this season.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 09, 2021, 12:39:25 pm
ILWomen Midseason Report: Women's DI Media All-Americans
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/ilwomen-midseason-report-women-s-di-media-all-americans/57638

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First Team
M   Ally   Kennedy   Stony Brook

Honorable Mention
A   Taryn   Ohlmiller   Stony Brook
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 12, 2021, 12:04:40 pm
Nike # 6 https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/big-ten-chaos-shakes-up-nike-us-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20

Maverik #7 https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/polls
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 14, 2021, 07:40:57 pm
WOMEN'S LACROSSE BRACKETOLOGY: ACC DOMINATES TOP 8 SEEDS
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/womens-lacrosse-bracketology-acc-dominates-top-8-seeds

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Stony Brook has won its America East games by an average of 11.8 goals …

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 19, 2021, 11:14:13 am
#5 https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/polls

#6 https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/men/rutgers-denver-join-nike-us-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 22, 2021, 11:24:25 am
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/womens-lacrosse-bracketology-a-week-of-fluctuating-results

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Drexel’s gain comes at the expense of Virginia, which drops to No. 8 and is in serious danger of losing a seeded slot, and Stony Brook. The Cavaliers, rated 12th in the RPI, are hanging onto wins over Duke and Louisville, while Stony Brook has just a solitary win over Towson as notable on its resume.

Stony Brook has a rematch with Albany on Saturday, which will determine who gets the America East’s No. 1 seed

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 22, 2021, 03:32:32 pm
https://www.ncaa.com/news/lacrosse-men/article/2021-04-22/tewaaraton-award-announces-25-mens-and-womens-2021-nominees

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Tewaaraton Award announces 25 men's and women's 2021 nominees

Ally Kennedy , Stony Brook  - Grad. Student, Midfield
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 22, 2021, 06:37:21 pm
Women's DI Conference Races: Who's In, Who's Out and What's Up With League Tournaments?
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/women-s-di-conference-races-who-s-in-who-s-out-and-what-s-up-with-league-tournaments-/57738

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America East
The America East's top four teams will make the conference tournament being hosted at the No. 1 seed.

May 6: Semifinals
May 8: Championship

Front-Runner: Stony Brook (9-2; 5-0)
The No. 5 Seawolves are the lone America East team ranked in the top 20 nationally this week.

Contender: UAlbany (9-5; 6-1)
A tale as old as time. These two programs have been the top two teams in the conference for nearly 10 years running, with Stony Brook winning the last seven conference championships. No. 5 Stony Brook has yet to be challenged in conference play, but if anybody has a chance to take down the Seawolves it will likely be the Danes. In their first regular season matchup, the Seawolves topped the Great Danes, 18-11.

The Numbers Game: Stony Brook is the only team in the conference with strong enough wins to earn an at-large bid. So unless UAlbany or someone else is able to pull off a major upset in the conference championship, The Seawolves will be the only team advancing out of the America East.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 24, 2021, 06:26:46 pm
17-10 over ualbaNy
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on April 24, 2021, 08:19:56 pm
They’re having another great year as usual and should win a game or two in the playoffs, but North Carolina seems unbeatable
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 25, 2021, 10:24:32 am
true.  we were only in that game for a half, maybe less, if i recall correctly.


https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2021/4/24/the-big-five-oh-womens-lacrosse-tops-danes-wins-50th-straight-ae-game.aspx

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Stony Brook notched its 50th straight win against an America East opponent with a 17-10 victory against host UAlbany on Saturday.

Among Division I sports tracked by the NCAA, only Oklahoma softball has a longer conference winning streak — 60 games within the Big 12 entering this weekend.

"Fifty straight wins in our conference is a pretty impressive milestone for our program," coach Joe Spallina said. "The best part about it is that it includes so many alumni. It's a tribute to our players, though, that they don't get caught looking ahead and do a great job of being where their feet are."
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on April 27, 2021, 02:43:14 pm
So the “guidelines” to see a lax game on campus still require a face mask at all times while sitting at an outdoor stadium venue and only after showing proof of vaccination or a recent negative test. I’m chuckling at  how utterly ridiculous that is.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on April 27, 2021, 02:53:09 pm
So the “guidelines” to see a lax game on campus still require a face mask at all times while sitting at an outdoor stadium venue and only after showing proof of vaccination or a recent negative test. I’m chuckling at  how utterly ridiculous that is.

And because of that stupid and ridiculous, Cuomo driven law, I am out. I will not attend any sporting event going forward until this totalitarian rule has been lifted. If not. Oh, well. Iys been real SBU.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 27, 2021, 03:59:35 pm
fell to #7 due to others winning: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/polls
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 28, 2021, 03:31:22 pm
EIGHT-PEAT! Women's Lax Routs UNH, Clinches AE Regular-Season Title
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2021/4/28/womens-lacrosse-eight-peat-womens-lax-routs-unh-clinches-ae-regular-season-title.aspx

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The Seawolves clinched their latest America East regular-season title with a 22-4 win at New Hampshire on Wednesday.

Stony Brook, which won its 51st straight game against a conference opponent, will host the conference tournament on May 6 and 8 at Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium.

The Seawolves (11-2, 7-0 AE) complete their regular-season slate on Saturday with a noon matchup against UMBC. A pregame Senior Day ceremony will honor Kennedy, Ohlmiller, Huff, Sydney Gagnon, Julia Markey, Rebecca Kinsley and 2020 graduates Courtney Troyan and Caitlyn McDuffee.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 01, 2021, 08:49:23 pm
SATURDAY WRAP: OHLMILLER'S BIG DAY FUELS STONY BROOK, FAIRFIELD PREVAILS IN OT
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/saturday-wrap-ohlmillers-big-day-fuels-stony-brook-fairfield-prevails-in-ot

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Taryn Ohlmiller and Ally Kennedy were celebrated before Stony Brook’s matchup with UMBC on Saturday afternoon. On Senior Day, the two Seawolves stars were honored for their contributions to one of the top programs in the country over the past four-plus seasons.

Ohlmiller and Kennedy then proceeded to remind Stony Brook fans just how good this team can be if both are playing at a high level. The two stars combined for 12 points to lead the Seawolves to an 18-7 victory — the 52nd consecutive America East win.

In a game that was seemingly over before halftime, Ohlmiller dropped eight goals and added an assist, finishing a goal shy of the program record set by Courtney Murphy (2016) and Demianne Cook (2012).

Kennedy had all three of her goals in the first half, helping Stony Brook take an 11-3 lead into halftime. Ohlmiller scored four straight goals (one before halftime), to push the Seawolves lead to 11 goals in the second half.

Ohlmiller’s seventh goal came on a behind-the-back shot, culminating a run that sealed the Senior Day win.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 02, 2021, 08:10:34 am
Without women’s lax the SBU sports scene would be abysmal
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 03, 2021, 11:55:31 am
#6 https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/time-for-may-madness-in-nike-us-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20

#6 https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/polls
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 04, 2021, 04:03:53 pm
Without women’s lax the SBU sports scene would be abysmal

I somewhat agree...

but lets not forget about

WSoccer
Baseball is doing well again
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 04, 2021, 05:22:04 pm
Without women’s lax the SBU sports scene would be abysmal

I somewhat agree...

but lets not forget about

WSoccer
Baseball is doing well again
Doing well in the America East is not necessarily doing “well.” When an AEC soccer team makes it to the tournament they get blown out like they don’t belong. Baseball is not even top 100 RPI.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Accelerator on May 04, 2021, 06:25:01 pm
Baseball's RPI was as high as the 30s when they started 10-0 in conference, I believe
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 04, 2021, 08:22:39 pm
New Women’s Lacrosse League Coming To Maryland This Summer … With New Rules, Too
https://pressboxonline.com/2021/05/04/new-womens-lacrosse-league-coming-to-maryland-this-summer-with-new-rules-too/

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To showcase some of the top talent in professional women’s lacrosse, Athletes Unlimited has launched a women’s lacrosse league set to begin this summer.

Thirteen players from the U.S. women’s national team will be participating, including midfielder Taylor Cummings and attacker Kylie Ohlmiller.

Ohlmiller was a four-time All American at Stony Brook from 2015-2018, earning America East Offensive Player of the Year honors twice. She is the NCAA Division I record holder for single-season points (164), career points (498) and career assists (246).

She loves the player-driven aspect of the league.

“I think … one of my favorite parts about the league is that everything goes through the players first before a decision is made,” Ohlmiller said. “I think there are so many creative and innovative ideas that come from our community, that come from the players themselves on a day in and day out basis.”

Playing at a quicker pace allows for the players to showcase their elite athleticism and skill for both old and new audiences. It should provide added excitement for the limited number of fans permitted to attend the games in person this summer and those who are watching on TV or via streaming platforms.

“It’s a tough, gritty game, so being able to put that on TVs in homes that might’ve never seen women’s lacrosse before but also [being] able to put it on TVs and in front of families and young girls that already have aspirations to be the best version of themselves as lacrosse players [is important],” Ohlmiller said. “To be able to do that two-fold, I think we’ll be able to do some special things for the future of women’s lacrosse and keep those young girls’ dreams alive.”

“I think it’s important for these young women to have role models in front of them, physically in front of them at these camps,” Ohlmiller said. “I think that’s something that we’re continuously hoping for year-round in our sport and for the young women of the game.”


(https://pressboxonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Kylie-Ohlmiller-2-768x432.jpg)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 05, 2021, 10:19:16 am
Building a Lacrosse Powerhouse Out of Overlooked Recruits
https://www.nytimes.com/2021/05/04/sports/stony-brook-lacrosse.html

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“We’re going to show them what they missed,” Coach Joe Spallina says of Stony Brook’s ability to compete with Division I heavyweights in women’s lacrosse.

Joe Spallina had just delivered his speech and handed out his pregame assignments, but before his Stony Brook women’s lacrosse team left the locker room to play fourth-ranked Syracuse at the Carrier Dome last year, the brash head coach paused.

He looked at his players, virtually every one of them from Long Island, and asked how many of them had been recruited by Syracuse, one of the powerhouses of college lacrosse. No one raised a hand. “Yeah,” Spallina told them, “because they don’t think you’re any good.” With that, he walked out.

Encapsulated in that one motivational poke check is the foundation upon which Spallina has built a lacrosse dynasty at Stony Brook, a team built of scrappy, unheralded Long Islanders looking to prove a point. They certainly did so that day, beating Syracuse, 17-16, with the help of four goals from Ally Kennedy, a dynamo midfielder from North Babylon, who embodies Spallina’s Long Island vs. The World ethos.

“He reminds me every day that I was overlooked,” said Kennedy, a fifth-year player who was only lightly recruited out of high school. With players like Kennedy, Spallina has turned Stony Brook into a citadel of women’s lacrosse in less than a decade, taking a team at a mid-sized university with an undergraduate enrollment of about 17,000 students and making it one of the best college sports programs in the New York region, able to compete with some of the best lacrosse schools in the country.

“You look at the national rankings and there is one school that sticks out,” Spallina said of his own team. “We don’t belong with those schools. We’re the ones who walk into the party and the record stops. We savor that.”

Currently ranked No. 6 in the nation, the Seawolves have won eight consecutive America East Conference regular-season titles under Spallina and are going for their eighth straight conference tournament title this week. The Seawolves have won 52 straight conference games dating back to 2014, a streak that trails only Oklahoma softball’s 65 consecutive conference wins in the Big 12 for the most in any Division I sport that the N.C.A.A. tracks.

In recent years, the program has become a phenomenon in lacrosse circles, especially on Long Island. The Seawolves placed second in attendance among women’s lacrosse programs twice in the three years before the pandemic and their Instagram following of 16,000 is more than double any other Stony Brook team, including men’s lacrosse and football.

Stony Brook has also produced some of the sport’s biggest stars, like the 2018 graduate Kylie Ohlmiller, the N.C.A.A.’s career leader in assists (246) and points (498); her younger sister Taryn, a fifth-year attacker whose 37 assists are tied for ninth-highest in the country; and Kennedy. All are from Long Island, all were undervalued as high school recruits, and all reflect Spallina’s brassy self-confidence, both in himself and his players.

On game days, Spallina, dressed in a crisp tie and jacket, energetically struts the sidelines issuing instructions, but will pause occasionally to laugh at a joke from one of his players on the bench.

Once, when Kylie Ohlmiller was having a rare tough game during her senior year, Spallina called her over to the sideline during live action. Her defender dutifully stood right next to her, listening in while Spallina told Ohlmiller that the defender was not biting on her usual tricks. He detailed exactly what he wanted Ohlmiller to do, and it resulted in more goals.

“He didn’t care she was listening,” said Ohlmiller, who now plays professionally for Athletes Unlimited and has emerged as the face of women’s lacrosse, but still helps out at Seawolves practices from time to time. “He had such confidence in what I can do. That is the epitome of what he’s done for my career.”

Spallina calls the Ohlmillers, Kennedy and all the players on the team rock stars, and notes that they have become role models in the community, with schoolgirls from all over the island demanding autographs at games.

The hometown section of the Seawolves roster reads like the index of a Long Island atlas: Mount Sinai, Northport, Rockville Centre, East Islip, North Babylon and Long Beach. Ninety percent of the roster comes from that lacrosse-rich region, and Spallina calls it self-sustaining.

“We’re all from Long Island and we’re building this whole community of Long Island lacrosse fans, young girls coming to Stony Brook to watch women’s lacrosse,” said Kylie Ohlmiller.

Spallina has dramatically turned around Stony Brook’s fortunes. The team is 55-2 in conference play in his nine seasons with the team.

In 2012, Spallina took over a program that had gone 63-80 (.441) in its first nine years as a varsity sport (20-33 in the America East). Since then, Stony Brook is 155-29 (.842) over all and an astonishing 55-2 in conference play.

To build this regional dynasty, Spallina has mined Long Island for all the hidden gems left behind after the traditional powerhouses sweep the area. The top teams, including No. 3 Syracuse and No. 1 North Carolina, also recruit well on Long Island. Each has several Islanders on its roster and the Tar Heels even plucked defender Maddie Hoffer right out of the town of Stony Brook. Maryland has its share, too, including a pair from Spallina’s hometown, Rocky Point.

Teams like that can often entice the premium recruits, while Spallina looks for the ones left behind, the gritty ones who may want it more.

“It’s the kid who carries their bag to the car instead of handing it to their parents, the kid who says, ‘Thank you, sorry and please,’ the kid that looks you in the eye. They are where their feet are, not the kid who is looking at the mountain and trips on the mole hill.”

Kylie Ohlmiller, who is from Islip, said very few other schools recruited her — none of the major powers — and that no one showed as much faith in her as Spallina. Kennedy said the only other big-college push for her was from Ohio State.

In 2012, Spallina took over a program that had gone 63-80 (.441) in its first nine years as a varsity sport (20-33 in the America East). Since then, Stony Brook is 155-29 (.842) over all and an astonishing 55-2 in conference play.

To build this regional dynasty, Spallina has mined Long Island for all the hidden gems left behind after the traditional powerhouses sweep the area. The top teams, including No. 3 Syracuse and No. 1 North Carolina, also recruit well on Long Island. Each has several Islanders on its roster and the Tar Heels even plucked defender Maddie Hoffer right out of the town of Stony Brook. Maryland has its share, too, including a pair from Spallina’s hometown, Rocky Point.

Teams like that can often entice the premium recruits, while Spallina looks for the ones left behind, the gritty ones who may want it more.

“It’s the kid who carries their bag to the car instead of handing it to their parents, the kid who says, ‘Thank you, sorry and please,’ the kid that looks you in the eye. They are where their feet are, not the kid who is looking at the mountain and trips on the mole hill.”

Kylie Ohlmiller, who is from Islip, said very few other schools recruited her — none of the major powers — and that no one showed as much faith in her as Spallina. Kennedy said the only other big-college push for her was from Ohio State.

“I’ll tell them, ‘I’m not trying to make you feel bad, but did North Carolina call you? No. Did Syracuse call you? No, they didn’t. That’s fine, we’re going to show them what they missed.’”

Spallina said that Kennedy, whom he calls the best midfielder in the country, did not even start for her travel team. Many felt that at 5-foot-3, she was too small to play midfield and not skilled enough for the attack position. But she has 52 goals this year, giving her 245 in her career, the third most in school history.

Spallina’s true feelings about Kennedy are seen through the ID he programmed for her into his smartphone. When Kennedy calls him, his screen flashes the words, “The Franchise.”

“He sold me on the dream of playing on a nationally ranked team,” Kennedy said, “and now I’m living that dream.”

Spallina, 48, and his wife have five kids, all of whom play lacrosse. His oldest son, Joey Spallina, recently committed to Syracuse as the top 2022 recruit in the country. Joe Spallina played both soccer and lacrosse at Adelphi University and then taught and coached boys lacrosse at Rocky Point High School, his alma mater. One day the athletic director there asked him to coach the girls team. He initially resisted, but the move changed his life.

He also coached the New York men’s Major League Lacrosse team for nine years and the women’s team at Adelphi, where he compiled a remarkable 73-2 record, including three consecutive Division II women’s championships.

As the Seawolves enter their conference tournament on Thursday, the goal of reaching a Final Four and winning a national title has thus far been unrealized. In 2018, Stony Brook was ranked No. 1 in the country from February until the end of the regular season, but were handed the fifth seed in the tournament and lost in double overtime at Boston College in the second round.

“We got mid-majored,” Spallina said. “We don’t pay the same rent those guys do, and we got screwed.”

The Seawolves have made the N.C.A.A. tournament every year that Spallina has been at Stony Brook but have made it to the third round only once. Until they do, the players will continue to feel a little left out, much the way they did when the big college programs ignored them all out of high school.

“It’s what we’ve talked about in that huddle for the last 10 years,” Kylie Ohlmiller said at a Seawolves practice last week. “When it does happen, I will be here. It’s going to be a very, very proud moment for all of us who have ever had that Stony Brook across our chest.”


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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 05, 2021, 01:29:43 pm
Nice Times article!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 05, 2021, 02:09:25 pm
this is a big deal.  a gigantic publication with much reach, that RARELY covers sports.

and the tone of the article is great- we are underdogs, and yet, we win.  often.

JoeSpa has set the blueprint for how to win at SBU and other similarly situated schools.  sure, we haven't made the F4, BUT, we've been damn close (thanks N$AA), beaten top ranked teams from stronger conferences, dominated the conference, built a high profile program, and attracted winners who do more with less.  famous alums who play pro and come back to coach.  a transfer magnet in a HS hotbed.  they're simply part of the conversation, can beat any team on any given day, and the expectations are such that anything less than a 2nd round berth is a failure (annually).

add in the fact that this is a younger program, that didnt get much traction the first 8 years....
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 05, 2021, 03:01:48 pm
https://americaeast.com/news/2021/5/5/womens-lacrosse-no-6-stony-brook-earns-majority-of-aewlax-awards.aspx

1st Team
Ohlmiller
Kennedy
Sabella

2nd Team
Rafferty
Levy

Rookie
Hart
Levy
Masera
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 05, 2021, 03:36:52 pm
the Howl with Joe Spallina, now hosted by Sam Neidermann: https://stonybrookathletics.podbean.com/e/the-howl-s2-e34-joe-spallina-womens-lacrosse/

seeking 8th straight AE title and NCAA berth, game tomorrow 330pm. GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 06, 2021, 11:33:37 am
Women’s Weekend Watch: Hardware, AQs Up for Grabs as Selection Sunday Nears
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/women-s-weekend-watch-hardware-aqs-up-for-grabs-as-selection-sunday-nears/57846

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America East
Stony Brook has won 51 consecutive conference games and is vying to make it eight-straight America East crowns. The Seawolves and Albany have met in the last eight championship games, with the Great Danes winning in 2012 and SBU taking it all every year since. Semifinal action starts Thursday on Long Island, with the championship set for Saturday.

No. 1 Stony Brook vs. No. 4 UMBC
Stony Brook (8-0 AE), ranked sixth in the latest media poll, hasn’t lost to a conference opponent since 2014. The Seawolves don’t appear poised to snap their winning streak this week. Stony Brook will host UMBC (5-4 AE), who it beat twice this season, including an 18-7 win last weekend. America East Attacker of the Year Taryn Ohlmiller netted eight goals in the game and is Stony Brook’s leader in assists (37) and points (71). America East Midfielder of the Year Ally Kennedy (52 G, 5 A, 10 CT, 31 GB, 75 DC) is a threat all over the field. Sophomore Kailyn Hart, the likely heir apparent when Ohlmiller and Kennedy hang up their Seawolves’ uniforms this year, is third on the team with 33 points. Freshman Clare Levy (16 CT, 14 GB, 22 DC) and senior and America East Co-Defender of the Year Rayna Sabella (12 CT) are top defensive midfielders. The Seawolves are fifth nationally in scoring defense (8.00). Kameron Halsall (.460 save percentage, 9.04 GAA) serves as the team’s primary goalie.

Claire Bockstie netted a hat trick against the Seawolves last weekend and leads UMBC with 36 goals and 42 points. Freshman Dymin Gerow (29 G, 3 A) has enjoyed a breakout rookie year. Senior Lexi Roberts (12.88 GAA, .447 save percentage) will have the tall task of shutting down Stony Brook’s offense.

When: Thursday, May 7, 3:30 p.m.
Where: Stony Brook, N.Y.
How to watch: ESPN+


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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 06, 2021, 05:53:17 pm
nice win, 25-13, though we started out down 4-0. GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 06, 2021, 08:02:13 pm
Top 100 LI girls laxers: https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/girls-lacrosse/long-island-top-girls-lacrosse-players-2021-1.50238823

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Casey Colbert, North Shore, M, Sr.
She had 23 goals and 14 assists as an elusive midfielder. Colbert is committed to Stony Brook.

Jaidyn Donley, Comsewogue, D/M, Jr.
The Stony Brook commit is an anchor for the backline. She is a scrappy and physical defender who also can come up and play midfield with a powerful shot as needed.

Stephanie Doyle, West Islip, M, Sr.
She had six goals and nine assists, and is committed to Stony Brook.

Jordan Forte, Huntington, M, Sr.
She had 22 goals, eight assists and 28 draw controls. Forte is committed to Stony Brook.

Alex Fusco, Bayport-Blue Point, M, Sr.
The Stony Brook commit contributes at every facet of the game for Bayport-Blue Point, which looks to continue to be a key part of the Suffolk Class C championship picture.

Isabella Germani, Northport, M, Jr.
The Stony Brook commit had 10 goals and four assists for a 21-win Northport team.

Molly Laforge, Mt. Sinai, M, Sr.
She had 10 goals and three assists. She is committed to Stony Brook.

Giana Murphy, Eastport-South Manor, A, Sr.
The Stony Brook commit will be a key piece for the defending state Class B champions. She isn’t a player any defender wants to meet on a free run.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 07, 2021, 08:23:42 am
the ladies play UaLbAnY at home tomorrow at 1pm on ESPN3.

https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/thursday-wrap-recapping-a-jam-packed-night-of-conference-semis

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AMERICA EAST
As the No. 1 seed, Stony Brook drew the better matchup against UMBC — but the Retrievers gave Stony Brook a run in the first half. The Seawolves led by just three goals at halftime before exploding in the second half, eventually taking the game 25-13.

Ally Kennedy scored seven goals, Taryn Ohlmiller scored five goals and Sarah Pulis scored four goals.

The Seawolves will meet Albany in Saturday’s conference championship game. The Great Danes topped third-seeded Vermont 17-8 behind four goals from Kyla Zapolski and hat tricks from Madison Conway, Sarah Falk and Julia Imbo.


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Taryn Ohlmiller (left) and Ally Kennedy (right) combined for 12 goals in a 25-13 win over UMBC.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 07, 2021, 12:33:41 pm
https://news.stonybrook.edu/athletics/womens-lacrosse-beats-umbc-headed-to-ae-finals/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 08, 2021, 03:26:39 pm
wolfettes beat uaLBaNy for the eight time in a row.  in the AE title game, that is.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 08, 2021, 04:28:20 pm
“With Oklahoma softball's 65-game winning streak within the Big 12 snapped on Friday night, the Seawolves now own the longest conference winning streak in any sport tracked by the NCAA.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 09, 2021, 04:03:33 pm
Championship Saturday: Stony Brook Claims America East, Stanford Wins Pac-12 & More
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/championship-saturday-stony-brook-claims-america-east-stanford-wins-pac-12-more/57875

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Stony Brook dominates again.
While on the men’s side, the America East crowned a first-time champion in the University of Vermont today, on the women’s side it was a familiar face holding the trophy. Fifth-year seniors Taryn Ohmiller (2G, 4A) and Ally Kennedy (5G) combined for 11 points, and led the Seawolves to victory for their eighth-straight conference championship, 16-9, over Albany. The win marked their 54th straight win against America East opponents, currently the longest conference winning streak of any sport tracked by the NCAA. Pretty impressive. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 09, 2021, 08:35:06 pm
https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/saturday-wrap-eight-conference-champions-crowned

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AMERICA EAST
Ally Kennedy passed Kylie Ohlmiller for second place in program history with 257 goals, and set an America East record with 12 goals in the conference tournament as Stony Brook outlasted Albany 16-9 to win its eighth consecutive AE title and 54th consecutive game against conference competition.

With Oklahoma softball’s loss Friday that snapped a 65-game Big 12 winning streak, Stony Brook now owns the longest conference winning streak in any sport tracked by the NCAA.

Stony Brook led 9-4 at halftime, and Albany cut the gap as close as 9-6 when Kendra Harbinger found Sarah Falk for her 28th goal of the season. But the Seawolves scored three straight from there, taking a 12-6 lead that wouldn’t be relinquished.

By winning the conference tournament, Stony Brook will likely earn a national seed during Sunday night’s selection show.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 09, 2021, 08:37:00 pm
selection show at 9pm.  RPI is 7 right now.

https://www.uslaxmagazine.com/college/women/womens-lacrosse-bracketology-the-final-bracket-prediction

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For example, Stony Brook is ranked sixth. The Seawolves might get a seed. They might not. We have them as No. 8. They only have one win over a projected NCAA team (Towson) as compared to teams like Florida (five such wins over Temple and Vanderbilt) and Maryland (four such wins over Johns Hopkins and Rutgers). Any of these three teams might get a seed.

Stony Brook did nearly everything it could this season short of upsetting UNC or Syracuse. The Seawolves are on the fence to get a seed …

Maryland (9-6) joins Florida as a potential seeded squad should the committee not be impressed by Stony Brook’s profile ...
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 10, 2021, 07:15:04 am
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2021/5/9/womens-lacrosse-to-host-opening-rounds-of-ncaa-tourney.aspx

http://fanlax.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=258214#p258214
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 10, 2021, 08:32:00 am
They should win two games but UNC appears to be a bridge too far.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 10, 2021, 11:07:26 am
Towson played us tough earlier this year down at their place but we are playing at another level now.  I have no idea what to make of Drexel (assuming they handle Rutgers) but they’ve had very solid season.  Sunday could be a dogfight having to play back-to-back (Fri/Sun). With that said, we are on our home turf and it would be a huge disappointment if we don’t advance.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 11, 2021, 09:02:07 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2021/5/11/womens-lacrosse-ally-kennedy-nabs-iwlca-national-player-of-week-honor-after-tourney-records.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 14, 2021, 12:45:10 pm
first round, ladies up 5-2 hosting towson nearing the half.

https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/women-s-weekend-watch-ncaa-first-second-round-preview-part-i/57903

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Stony Brook, N.Y.
Towson at No. 8 Stony Brook
These two teams also met in the first round of the NCAA Tournament in 2013 and 2014, both Seawolves’ wins. They also played March 7, a 10-8 Seawolves decision.

Stony Brook (14-2) is on a 12-game winning streak and playing in the NCAAs for the eighth consecutive year after continuing its historic run of America East titles. Tewaaraton nominee and America East Championship Most Outstanding Player Ally Kennedy (64 G, 6 A, 85 DC, 13 CT, 41 GB) and Taryn Ohlmiller (41 G, 43 A) were sophomores the last time Stony Brook hosted an NCAA Tournament game in 2018, an 18-5 win over Penn. Clare Levy (27 DC, 19 CT) and Rayna Sabella (16 CT, 25 GB) have been major players on an SBU defense that ranks eighth nationally (8.38). Kameron Halsall (9.38 GAA, .450 save percentage) is the team’s primary netminder, though SBU did sub in freshman Hayley Hunt (6.11 GAA, .483 save percentage) during an uncharacteristically slow start against UMBC in the AE semis.

Towson (9-8) upset Elon in the first round of the CAA tournament before losing to Drexel in the semis, 15-14, in overtime. The two teams could meet for the third time this season if both win on Friday. But Towson will have to get by Stony Brook first, and it’ll lean on Blair Pearre (58 G, 8 A, 68 DC, 33 GB, 10 CT) against the Seawolves. Long Island native Nikki Sliwak (30 G, 22 A) will also try to have a happy homecoming. Carly Merlo (10.84 GAA, .459 save percentage) represents the last line of defense.

When: Friday, May 14, 12 p.m.
How to Watch: ESPN3

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 14, 2021, 02:09:48 pm
SBU wins 14-8.  just noting that towson has 6 ward melville grads on their roster.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 14, 2021, 05:36:03 pm
SBU wins 14-8.  just noting that towson has 6 ward melville grads on their roster.

Towson gets tons of Ward Melville athletes in all sports. Too bad some of the top studs don't choose SB to play sports.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 15, 2021, 12:57:30 pm
SB takes on ruTgers tomorrow at noon at LaValle: https://news.stonybrook.edu/university/sbu-womens-lacrosse-opens-ncaa-tourney-with-a-win/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 16, 2021, 12:59:32 pm
watching on espn3.

SB leading 10-3
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 16, 2021, 01:38:27 pm
14 - 4 ;D
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 16, 2021, 01:59:25 pm
huff is heating up.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 16, 2021, 02:21:27 pm
Good win ladies. Another trip to the QF! What a program Spallina has built!

On to #1 Carolina!! That's a must watch!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 16, 2021, 06:22:29 pm
SBU is definitely good enough to be a semifinals team. Problem is, UNC may be unbeatable at home.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 16, 2021, 08:17:21 pm
astute.

SB is a top 8 team.  problem is, few can touch the top 4 this year (NW, cuse, UNC, BC).  ND is very goodm Florida, Duke, UMd.  I've seen Loyola too and they are competitors.  upsets happen, but it'd be crazy to think one of these 4 don't win it all. 

the good news is we looked better today than we have for most of the season.  peaking at the right time perhaps???

it's a crazy year- and we've already seen UNC on short notice- go get em ladies!!!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Accelerator on May 17, 2021, 01:01:44 am
They're doing great as usual but still, Stony Brook needs to beef up it's men's lacrosse team more. Was in the driver's seat for a tourney run then they lost their three straight games to end the year. Ugly stuff.

Men's lacrosse gets their tournament games aired on ESPNU and the Final Four on ESPN2. Women's lacrosse gets their tournament games aired online and the Final Four on ESPNU. The difference in media coverage is astounding. Yes, Spallina is lovely but the women's team is ultimately meaningless in the grand scheme of things. Only the men's team matters for relevancy until women's team actually gets better news spotlight.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 17, 2021, 07:43:08 am
Sunday Women’s Wrap: Ohlmiller’s 12-Point Effort Fuels Stony Brook
https://usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/sunday-women%E2%80%99s-wrap-ohlmiller%E2%80%99s-12-point-effort-fuels-stony-brook

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Taryn Ohlmiller had 12 points, one away from the NCAA tournament single-game record, as Stony Brook beat Rutgers to advance to the NCAA quarterfinals.



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Taryn Ohlmiller was all over the box score in Sunday’s 20-8 win over Rutgers.

She followed her seven-point performance in the first round against Towson with four goals and eight assists, pacing Courtney Murphy for the most points in an NCAA tournament game in program history.

Ohlmiller also became just the third player in NCAA tournament history to net 12 points in a game. She was one off Katie Rowan’s record of 13, and her eight assists tied the former Syracuse great for a single-game high.

That wasn’t all. Ohlmiller now has 408 career points, passing Murphy and moving into second place in program history behind her older sister, Kylie Ohlmiller, who was in the broadcast booth calling the game for ESPN3. The elder Ohlmiller had 498 career points.

Despite the gaudy numbers, Taryn Ohlmiller wasn’t the only offensive star. Kaeli Huff scored six times, Ally Kennedy scored four times and Bridget Considine totaled five assists.

Stony Brook led 10-4 at halftime and opened up the lead to 15-4 when Considine fed Kennedy with 21:44 left in the game.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 17, 2021, 09:18:41 am
https://news.stonybrook.edu/university/womens-lacrosse-makes-the-elite-eight-with-win-over-rutgers/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 18, 2021, 10:45:23 am
It’s been awesome to watch what the women’s program has become under Coach Spallina.  I really hope they can pull this off and break through to the Final Four.  It will taking a nearly flawless effort, perhaps some luck, and our goalie/defense will probably need to have the game of their lives. But hey, why not now?
 
Finally, I sincerely hope the referees do NOT play a significant role in giving the home team any more of an edge.  To often these refs react to players (flopping) and not the play itself.  That is probably asking for to much but I’d hate to see some severely lopsided stats when it comes to flags and/or penalties. This has proven to be the case in some of our previous road playoff games.

Regardless, what the program has become is remarkable!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 18, 2021, 11:01:11 am
It's early but Gilardi seems to be a really good hire so far. A hell of an opening statement last weekend even if Sacred Heart wasn't a difficult team. They were 5-2 last season but a lot of those were close games. Then to come out this season and absolutely stomp the crap out of a team on opening day. Getting the Maryland transfer Pallonetti was obviously huge too - more P5 recruits transferring here, please!

Teams have been dominating SB with the draw controls all season, especially in the tournament. Rutgers won the majority of the draws last week, but the SB defense was able to shut them down. UNC is a totally different team. If SB can win draw controls or even split it down the middle, SB has a chance to win this game, but my concerns are that SB won't dominate the faceoff.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 18, 2021, 11:47:40 am
yeah between the committee routinely assigning us bad seedings and then the officiating- it's not looking good.

but i'm optimistic.

in other news, desko at cuse mlax might be on the hotseat.  lots of chatter there.  i 100% do NOT think spallina will decommit, but if he does.... .... ....  ??? ::)
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Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 18, 2021, 12:12:21 pm
Taryn Ohlmiller is the USA Lacrosse Division I Women's Player of the Week
https://usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/taryn-ohlmiller-is-the-usa-lacrosse-division-i-womens-player-of-the-week

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Taryn Ohlmiller had eight goals and 11 assists in Stony Brook's two wins this weekend.

Taryn Ohlmiller followed her seven-point performance in the first round against Towson with four goals and eight assists on Sunday in a 20-8 win over Rutgers, passing Courtney Murphy for the most points in an NCAA tournament game in Stony Brook history.

Ohlmiller also became just the third player in NCAA tournament history to net 12 points in a game. She was one off Katie Rowan’s record of 13, and her eight assists tied the former Syracuse great for a single-game high.

Overall, Ohlmiller had a banner weekend. She posted a combined eight goals and 11 assists as Stony Brook advanced to the NCAA quarterfinals against top-seeded North Carolina. For her efforts, Ohlmiller is the USA Lacrosse Division I Women’s Player of the Week.

That wasn’t all. Ohlmiller now has 408 career points, passing Murphy and moving into second place in program history behind her older sister, Kylie Ohlmiller, who was in the broadcast booth calling the game for ESPN3. The elder Ohlmiller had 498 career points.
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Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 18, 2021, 01:45:30 pm
Gotta play the game to win it.

Carolina has more to lose than the Seawolves!

Our ladies just gotta play their best game. If they go down - we'll get another shot next year. But if they win - it will be the biggest win in history.

LETS GOOO!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 18, 2021, 05:07:31 pm
yeah between the committee routinely assigning us bad seedings and then the officiating- it's not looking good.

but i'm optimistic.

in other news, desko at cuse mlax might be on the hotseat.  lots of chatter there.  i 100% do NOT think spallina will decommit, but if he does.... .... ....  ??? ::)

Doesn't Spallina also have a gig with the New York Lizards?
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 18, 2021, 05:17:57 pm
yeah between the committee routinely assigning us bad seedings and then the officiating- it's not looking good.

but i'm optimistic.

in other news, desko at cuse mlax might be on the hotseat.  lots of chatter there.  i 100% do NOT think spallina will decommit, but if he does.... .... ....  ??? ::)

Doesn't Spallina also have a gig with the New York Lizards?

Had. He left as a head coach years ago.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 18, 2021, 06:21:40 pm
oh sorry i just realized my post was ambiguous.

i was referring to spallina's son, who is committed to SU.
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Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 19, 2021, 12:25:03 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2021/5/16/heel-turn-t-o-sets-ncaa-assists-record-womens-lacrosse-off-to-elite-8.aspx

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Spallina labeled Sunday's win the most complete by the team in the past three seasons.

Stony Brook (16-2) now has a challenging task to earn the program's first-ever Final Four appearance.

The Seawolves will travel to Chapel Hill for a quarterfinal matchup against top-seeded North Carolina on Saturday.

The teams opened the season against each other on Feb. 14 in Chapel Hill. That game had been scheduled only a couple of days earlier, after both had opponents cancel due to COVID-19 issues. Stony Brook played the Tar Heels tight in the first half, but ultimately lost, 14-7.

That was the first of UNC's 19 victories against no defeats this season. The Tar Heels defeated James Madison, 14-9, in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday.

"It feels like years ago. It feels like a completely different team," said Huff, contrasting the Seawolves now with the opening-game matchup against the Tar Heels. "Lately, just going into the postseason, the energy has been absolutely incredible. I think that's something maybe we didn't have early in the season. Obviously UNC is an incredible team and absolutely stacked. I think our energy lately has been great, and we're just going to keep rolling with that."

Said Spallina: "There's no other team I'd rather have in the country at this point. We're playing our best lacrosse. We're healthy. And we're one win away from doing something no one wants us to do."

Turning his focus to UNC, Spallina added: "They're arguably the best college lacrosse roster of all time, with their fifth-year grads, All-American and Team USA players transferring in. I have a great relationship with their head coach. She and I coach together with Team USA. I coach her son in club ball. He plays with my son. There's familiarity there. I have a ton of respect for North Carolina. But this isn't about them. This is about us. This is about us going in there and fighting our rear ends off. We're 60 minutes away. We don't have to be better 18 times. We don't have to be better for three hours. We have to be better for 60 minutes of lacrosse."
 
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Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 19, 2021, 12:32:09 pm
USA Lacrosse Magazine Announces Division I Women's All-Americans
https://usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/usa-lacrosse-magazine-announces-division-i-womens-all-americans

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First Team
M — Ally Kennedy, Stony Brook

Third Team
A — Taryn Ohlmiller, Stony Brook
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 19, 2021, 01:26:03 pm
We need more Spallina's at SBU. Says all the right things and even the quotes get me hyped.

In a way he sounds like Jim Fiore back in the day. That man had something to make a fan feel optimistic about our programs.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 19, 2021, 01:53:59 pm
exactly what i was thinking- for the first sentence of course!

(not the sexual harassment aspect)
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Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 19, 2021, 02:04:28 pm
exactly what i was thinking- for the first sentence of course!

(not the sexual harassment aspect)

Oh. That's right. Jim Fiore screwed up big time and obviously I'm not letting that slide

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 19, 2021, 02:40:59 pm
exactly what i was thinking- for the first sentence of course!

(not the sexual harassment aspect)

Oh. That's right. Jim Fiore screwed up big time and obviously I'm not letting that slide

It's unfortunate. Jin Fiore would have taken SB to new rights when the time was ripe for FBS expansion. Now, forget it. Every school is crying broke.
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Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 19, 2021, 03:21:01 pm
Syracuse Lax Commit Joey Spallina Sets County Record
https://www.si.com/college/syracuse/lacrosse/joey-spallina-assists-record-suffolk-county

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Syracuse lacrosse commit and the number one player in the 2022 recruiting class Joey Spallina had quite the performance on Tuesday. It may have been the most impressive performance of his high school career to date, and yet was the first game in which he did not score a single goal. Spallina dished out 13 assists, including 12 in the first half, despite not playing the fourth quarter as he led Mount Sinai to a 16-3 win over Hauppauge. The 13 assists were a school and Suffolk County single-game record.

My dad (Stony Brook women’s lacrosse head coach Joe Spallina) always told me assists are worth two points, goals worth one.”
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Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 19, 2021, 03:21:43 pm
IWLCA Names Kennedy, Ohlmiller, Sabella to First-Team All-Region Team
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2021/5/19/womens-lacrosse-iwlca-names-kennedy-ohlmiller-sabella-to-first-team-all-region-team.aspx

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Kennedy, Ohlmiller and Sabella now advance to IWLCA All-America team consideration. That honor will be announced next month.
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Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 19, 2021, 06:07:46 pm
Kennedy, Sabella, Masera Earn Invites to Team USA Lacrosse Tryout
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2021/5/19/womens-lacrosse-kennedy-sabella-masera-earn-invites-to-team-usa-lacrosse-tryout.aspx

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STONY BROOK, N.Y. — North Carolina women's lacrosse coach Jenny Levy and Stony Brook counterpart Joe Spalllina will have their teams go head to head on Saturday in the NCAA Tournament's Elite 8.

The duo soon thereafter will be collaborating to build the next edition of Team USA … and Stony Brook will be well-represented.

Current Seawolves Ally Kennedy, Rayna Sabella and Ellie Masera will join alums Mackenzie Burns '19 and Kylie Ohlmiller '18 as invitees to the 61-person tryout for the U.S. women's national team.

The tryout camp will be held June 9-11 at USA Lacrosse headquarters in Sparks, Md.

Masera is the youngest player invited to the tryout, by a full year.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 20, 2021, 11:36:18 pm
my alarm is set for NOON.

Must watch. ESPN3!!!

Lets go Seawolves!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 21, 2021, 09:15:46 pm
Weekend Watch: Women's Division I Quarterfinal Preview (And a Rant)
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/weekend-watch-women-s-division-i-quarterfinal-preview-and-a-rant-/57957

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No. 8 Stony Brook at No. 1 North Carolina
When James Madison had to pull out of a season-opening game against North Carolina for COVID-related reasons, Stony Brook swooped in three days before opening draw and agreed to travel to Chapel Hill. Katie Hoeg and Jamie Ortega combined for 12 points in the 14-7 Tar Heels win. UNC has gone on to produce a 19-0 record. The Seawolves (16-2) have fared pretty well themselves — they’re on a 14-game winning streak after blowing out Rutgers, 20-8, in the second round behind a 12-point day from Taryn Ohlmiller.

Big Question: Possessions Are Always Important. But Will They Matter Here?
The two teams were close in draw controls when they met in February (12-11 UNC), and this stat could be key Saturday as each rank in the top 10 in scoring offense (Stony Brook is ninth at 16.28 goals per game and UNC is 10th at 16 goals per game). Then again, both defenses are lockdown, with UNC ranking first in scoring defense (6.11) and Stony Brook sitting at fourth (8.33).

Scouting UNC
Ally Mastroianni leads UNC in the circle with 100 draws. If the ‘Heels get the ball  — watch out. Tewaaraton finalist Jamie Ortega (77 G, 23 A) has reached the 100-point plateau for the second time in two full seasons. Katie Hoeg is right behind her with 99 points on 34 goals and a team-high 65 assists. She leads the country with 3.42 assists per game. Defensively, Taylor Moreno is, quite simply, lights out. She’s also a Tewaaraton finalist and ranks second in Div. I in goals-against average (6.12) and save percentage (.570). She has support in front of her — Caroline Wakefield (24 CT, 30 GB), Emily Nalls (17 CT, 33 GB) and Emma Trenchard (16 CT, 23 GB) have frustrated opposing offenses all season. 

Scouting Stony Brook
Ally Kennedy paces Stony Brook in draws (96) and goals (71). Classmate Ohlmiller is tops in points (103) and assists (54). Sophomore Kailyn Hart (27 G, 14 A), redshirt junior Bridget Considine (17 G, 17 A) and senior Siobhan Rafferty (32 G, 2 A) give the Seawolves more options on offense. Clare Levy (28 CT, 24 CT, 23 GB) and America East Defensive Player of the Year Rayna Sabella (22 CT, 31 DC) lead the defensive unit in front of Kameron Halsall (9.16 GAA, .454 save percentage).

When: Saturday, May 22, 1 p.m.
Where: Chapel Hill, N.C.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 21, 2021, 09:20:32 pm
No. 1 North Carolina vs. No. 8 Stony Brook
https://usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/ncaa-division-i-womens-quarterfinals-preview-tv-guide-more

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No. 1 North Carolina vs. No. 8 Stony Brook
Way back on February 14, North Carolina and Stony Brook clashed in the first game of the season for both teams. UNC walked away with a premium Valentine’s Day victory, while the Seawolves left Chapel Hill with nothing more than melted chocolates.

Or did they?

Stony Brook’s offense has since become a more efficient, dangerous unit than it was on opening day — a game in which neither team had much time to prep for its opponent, as it came together at the last-minute due to COVID-19 scheduling quirks.

Still, few teams have been able to crack through a UNC defense that’s allowed just 6.11 goals per game. The Tar Heels, led by Emma Trenchard and Taylor Moreno, have only allowed double-digit goals twice.

Can the Stony Brook defense hold serve? The Seawolves allowed 8.33 goals per game, though many will be quick to point out that many of their games were played against the America East. Holding UNC’s vaunted attack down is something few teams have been able to come close to doing.

Under-The-Radar Star to Watch: Rayna Sabella, Stony Brook

You might remember Sabella as an up-and-coming midfielder. That still might be in her future. But once Haley Dillon went down with an injury, Sabella shifted to defense and has since carved out an integral role on Joe Spallina’s defense. Because Stony Brook’s defense needs to go stop-for-stop with UNC, she’ll need to continue to play well.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 21, 2021, 09:23:14 pm
USA Women Set for June Tryout Camp
https://usalaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/senior-women/usa-women-set-for-june-tryout-camp

(https://usalaxmagazine.com/sites/default/files/images/articles/kennedy-carr-usa.jpg)
Ally Kennedy and Kristen Carr will be among the 61 players competing at a USA tryout camp from June 9-11, the team's first activity in over 18 months.



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2022 U.S. Women's Team Tryout Candidates
Mackenzie Burns   D   Stony Brook '19
Ally Kennedy   M   Stony Brook '20
Ellie Masera   M   Stony Brook '24
Kylie Ohlmiller   A   Stony Brook '18
Rayna Sabella   M   Stony Brook '21
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 22, 2021, 12:11:30 pm
quick start.

Stony Brook leading 2 -0 early
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 22, 2021, 01:16:49 pm
6-6
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Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 22, 2021, 01:28:04 pm
6-8
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 22, 2021, 01:36:38 pm
the ladies playing really well. getting the draws and great defense. 8-8
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 22, 2021, 01:38:04 pm
9-8 wolves!!!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 22, 2021, 01:45:52 pm
The ladies brought their A game. 10-8 Seawolves 11 mins left 2nd half
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 22, 2021, 02:01:46 pm
11-11
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 22, 2021, 02:09:19 pm
11-13
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 22, 2021, 02:13:16 pm
well. Turnovers, losing the drawgame down the strech. 11-14 Carolina to close
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 22, 2021, 02:17:40 pm
The loss was expected but they kept it respectable. If UNC wins the championship it makes SBU look even better
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: OldSeawolf on May 22, 2021, 02:24:49 pm
What huge disappointment, with a 2 goal lead and 6 mins left. That long pass turnover around midfield sealed our fate. Congrats to the women for putting up a fight.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 22, 2021, 02:36:29 pm
Bottom line. SB women's lax really needs to get out of this bottom dweller AE conference. It only hurts them in recruiting and lack of better competition. If not, they will risk losing Joe Spallina. Some big power 5 conference will buy out his contract. That's a fact...
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 22, 2021, 02:43:19 pm
I'm disappointed also. They went from playing their A game and leading 11-9 late in the 2nd half to playing a C game and making all sorts of mistakes they weren't doing all game long. Psychological breakdown. Spallina needs to instill the mindset that they belong with the elite class. I know its nice to push the underdog agenda to the media. But to your players you gotta build them strong for those key moments.

They were doing great using draws to create offense and the defense was superb. Then all of the sudden they stop winning the draws late, they get draws and then turnover, and the defense collapses. Its inexplicable. They were too close to a victory. SBU was the better team IMO but were mentally weak when it mattered the most
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 22, 2021, 03:01:52 pm
I'm disappointed also. They went from playing their A game and leading 11-9 late in the 2nd half to playing a C game and making all sorts of mistakes they weren't doing all game long. Psychological breakdown. Spallina needs to instill the mindset that they belong with the elite class. I know its nice to push the underdog agenda to the media. But to your players you gotta build them strong for those key moments.

They were doing great using draws to create offense and the defense was superb. Then all of the sudden they stop winning the draws late, they get draws and then turnover, and the defense collapses. Its inexplicable. They were too close to a victory. SBU was the better team IMO but were mentally weak when it mattered the most

Bottom line. Most, not all but most of the UNC players are better than SB players. These girls played hard with their hearts, and almost pulled it off with less athletic talented players. Did you see how tall, fast, and athletic UNC girls were? Not one, but most of them were top-notch players. SB can have that too. They have Joe Spallina and a great education school. but one thing is still missing. And that's the conference. These athletes want to play for a school in a high major conference, not for the AE. If you don't think for one minute, if Syracuse comes knocking on Joe Spallina's door, he's not gone?? Trust me, he is bailing ship.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 22, 2021, 03:09:48 pm
I'm disappointed also. They went from playing their A game and leading 11-9 late in the 2nd half to playing a C game and making all sorts of mistakes they weren't doing all game long. Psychological breakdown. Spallina needs to instill the mindset that they belong with the elite class. I know its nice to push the underdog agenda to the media. But to your players you gotta build them strong for those key moments.

They were doing great using draws to create offense and the defense was superb. Then all of the sudden they stop winning the draws late, they get draws and then turnover, and the defense collapses. Its inexplicable. They were too close to a victory. SBU was the better team IMO but were mentally weak when it mattered the most

Bottom line. Most, not all but most of the UNC players are better than SB players. These girls played hard with their hearts, and almost pulled it off with less athletic talented players. Did you see how tall, fast, and athletic UNC girls were? Not one, but most of them were top-notch players. SB can have that too. They have Joe Spallina and a great education school. but one thing is still missing. And that's the conference. These athletes want to play for a school in a high major conference, not for the AE. If you don't think for one minute, if Syracuse comes knocking on Joe Spallina's door, he's not gone?? Trust me, he is bailing ship.

No doubt the NC girls are very skilled and athletic.

In regards to conference affiliation - I 100% agree. But we have to also keep in mind that moving to another conference is not easy. I'm sure Stony Brook would love to be with its peer institutions. But you have to have some results, following, and investments for the big boys to let you in. You don't just wake up and say we are joining the Big East or ACC. It will take a lot of work to catch up and climb the NCAA D1 Pyramid.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 22, 2021, 03:46:05 pm
Not being able to finish the game strong is simply a reflection of not being a good of a team as the one you’re playing. Underdogs play good for “most of the game” a lot of times. At that point the better team buckles down and imposes its will. As soon as UNC came back to within one goal it was clear that’s  what was happening.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 22, 2021, 11:12:21 pm
I don’t believe Spallina is going anywhere.  His own kids are all middle to high school aged and he is fully entrenched in the Mt.Sinai/LI Yellow Jacket community.  I can’t foresee him uprooting at this point. He is already very well compensated at SB and a coach for the US women’s national team. He wants to get it done here.

Yes, The conference is definitely a problem.  But I still believe the campus is the bigger problem. SB might be one of the the most boring college campuses in America. These under armour all-Americans from LI and even from other states won’t come(or will leave after a year when they realize how boring it is).  These other top ten programs are still plucking the very top LI players. But We shouldn’t still be losing top LI players to programs like USC and Florida in my opinion. The women’s lax program is of equal if/not better stature at this point.  But, Stony Brook doesn’t have the campus appeal these schools have.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Wolffan on May 23, 2021, 10:42:10 am
Not being able to finish the game strong is simply a reflection of not being a good of a team as the one you’re playing. Underdogs play good for “most of the game” a lot of times. At that point the better team buckles down and imposes its will. As soon as UNC came back to within one goal it was clear that’s  what was happening.

Completely agree.

I’d just add to it that the lesser team may have a couple of equally (or even superior) talented kids who can make plays early but are generally suffocated by superior and focused D as time goes on in the game.
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Post by: Accelerator on May 23, 2021, 12:03:13 pm
At some point, the campus needs a major overhaul. Stony Brook needs to hire an urban planner or something.

The main problem is it’s too young (literally - the college was created in 1957, there are many people who were born before Stony Brook even existed), and schools like Florida and USC have nearly a century on us. That’s a lot of time to develop tradition and expand.

Also Stony Brook was never planned to be a juggernaut public research university like a Florida. It originated as a teachers college with a projected ceiling as high as mediocre useless schools like Oneonta. It somehow exceeded all expectations to be what it is now. So it wasn’t planned or designed in the mold of a giant Power 5 type school, sadly. New York **** up a lot of stuff.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 23, 2021, 12:49:48 pm
Not being able to finish the game strong is simply a reflection of not being a good of a team as the one you’re playing. Underdogs play good for “most of the game” a lot of times. At that point the better team buckles down and imposes its will. As soon as UNC came back to within one goal it was clear that’s  what was happening.

Fair point!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 23, 2021, 12:52:14 pm
At some point, the campus needs a major overhaul. Stony Brook needs to hire an urban planner or something.

The main problem is it’s too young (literally - the college was created in 1957, there are many people who were born before Stony Brook even existed), and schools like Florida and USC have nearly a century on us. That’s a lot of time to develop tradition and expand.

Also Stony Brook was never planned to be a juggernaut public research university like a Florida. It originated as a teachers college with a projected ceiling as high as mediocre useless schools like Oneonta. It somehow exceeded all expectations to be what it is now. So it wasn’t planned or designed in the mold of a giant Power 5 type school, sadly. New York **** up a lot of stuff.


Have you been to the campus lately?

Because honestly I attended from 2007-12 and the campus was already beautiful. You visit today and it looks even better with all the renos, overhauls and additions (Union, Old Chem/Frey Hall, Rec Center, New CS Bldg, New residences, Hotel on campus). To be honest - beauty is not the problem.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 23, 2021, 02:21:33 pm
I don’t believe Spallina is going anywhere.  His own kids are all middle to high school aged and he is fully entrenched in the Mt.Sinai/LI Yellow Jacket community.  I can’t foresee him uprooting at this point. He is already very well compensated at SB and a coach for the US women’s national team. He wants to get it done here.

Yes, The conference is definitely a problem.  But I still believe the campus is the bigger problem. SB might be one of the the most boring college campuses in America. These under armour all-Americans from LI and even from other states won’t come(or will leave after a year when they realize how boring it is).  These other top ten programs are still plucking the very top LI players. But We shouldn’t still be losing top LI players to programs like USC and Florida in my opinion. The women’s lax program is of equal if/not better stature at this point.  But, Stony Brook doesn’t have the campus appeal these schools have.

you could post this in every thread here and it would apply.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 23, 2021, 02:23:06 pm
At some point, the campus needs a major overhaul. Stony Brook needs to hire an urban planner or something.

The main problem is it’s too young (literally - the college was created in 1957, there are many people who were born before Stony Brook even existed), and schools like Florida and USC have nearly a century on us. That’s a lot of time to develop tradition and expand.

Also Stony Brook was never planned to be a juggernaut public research university like a Florida. It originated as a teachers college with a projected ceiling as high as mediocre useless schools like Oneonta. It somehow exceeded all expectations to be what it is now. So it wasn’t planned or designed in the mold of a giant Power 5 type school, sadly. New York **** up a lot of stuff.

i would argue it wasnt really built until 1962.  because that's when the U left oyster bay for stony brook.

of course there's no way to verify, but had the original infrastructure been retained, it may look very different today.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 23, 2021, 02:28:36 pm
At some point, the campus needs a major overhaul. Stony Brook needs to hire an urban planner or something.

The main problem is it’s too young (literally - the college was created in 1957, there are many people who were born before Stony Brook even existed), and schools like Florida and USC have nearly a century on us. That’s a lot of time to develop tradition and expand.

Also Stony Brook was never planned to be a juggernaut public research university like a Florida. It originated as a teachers college with a projected ceiling as high as mediocre useless schools like Oneonta. It somehow exceeded all expectations to be what it is now. So it wasn’t planned or designed in the mold of a giant Power 5 type school, sadly. New York **** up a lot of stuff.


Have you been to the campus lately?

Because honestly I attended from 2007-12 and the campus was already beautiful. You visit today and it looks even better with all the renos, overhauls and additions (Union, Old Chem/Frey Hall, Rec Center, New CS Bldg, New residences, Hotel on campus). To be honest - beauty is not the problem.

aesthetics has come a long way but if you compare it to other state universities, most of it doesnt compare.

but that's not the issue.

the issue is infrastructure.  it's just not designed right.  there's nothing compelling anyone to do anything.  there's no scene, no activities, nowhere to go and nothing to do.  so people leave.  then it becomes self-perpetuating.  and feeds into the other issue- allowing in a bulk of students that add nothing to the atmosphere. http://sbufan.createaforum.com/around-stony-brook/making-sb-better-idea-thread/

academically, we might be an AAU and top-whatever ranking but atmosphere-wise, our peers are marist, NJIT, SJU, manhattan, wagner.  all schools that are mostly inferior academic-wise (put kindly).  maybe even molloy, hofstra, farmingdale, and (gulp) nassau CC, unfortunately.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Accelerator on May 23, 2021, 03:15:32 pm
Yes, I have been back to the campus in recent years and it still doesn't feel like what a large public university for one of the biggest states in the country should.

I get secondhand embarassment from being compared to those sh*thole schools, Chairman! We're better than them by far! There is no way that you can compare us to those schools and have it be anything but an insult.

But we still need radical change. I believe that commuters are one of the roots of evil. I did my fair share of commuter-dunking back when I was in college, but I fear that the current generation has not followed my lead. We need to make fun of people who still live with their parents after high school and thus ruin the school atmosphere as a result, but it scares me that the current student body just accepts the commuter body and doesn't do anything to disincentivize their existence. Similar criticisms can be aimed at the administration. Why are the frat houses not on campus, etc?
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 23, 2021, 04:22:28 pm
yep.  join the discussion! http://sbufan.createaforum.com/around-stony-brook/making-sb-better-idea-thread/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 23, 2021, 07:25:17 pm
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/stony-brook-women-s-lacrosse-north-carolina-ncaa-tournament-1.50255001

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"I don’t lose a lot," Spallina said. "I don’t really take well to losing. So it hurts. It stings. It’s not even about losing. It’s about being able to coach my kids tomorrow. These are families and kids that give you life and give you heart for five years. I’m sad that that part is over."

Centereach’s Jamie Ortega, an attacker on North Carolina (20-0), led all scorers with four goals and three assists. Mattituck’s Katie Hoeg had a goal and five assists and Tayler Warehime scored three goals for the Tar Heels.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 24, 2021, 02:15:19 pm
A quick comment on the Tewaarton Award.  AK of Stony Brook was left off the list of finalists for the Tewaarton Award this year. Ok.  But,  somehow a defender from Maryland made the final list.  A defender!?  With all due respect, the women’s game is played in a way that makes it unfathomable that any single defender can in any way impact a women’s lacrosse team/game/season on that level.  To add, Maryland had one of its worst seasons in recent history by that programs standards. 

That committee is either asleep at the wheel or just biased toward the traditional powerhouse programs. The farce that is the Tewaarton award in  women’s college lacrosse rolls on.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 05, 2021, 03:14:04 pm
its june so the rumor mill is churning... the latest is: desko out at cuse, gait to move from cuse wlax to mlax, pietramala to join him, and then perhaps spallina to cuse mlax where his son is headed soon. https://fanlax.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=268490#p268490
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on June 05, 2021, 04:30:33 pm
That would suck big time. But... wouldn't surprise me.

Syracuse has that ACC money to throw at coaches.

But damn... trading the Long Island shores for Syracuse its a big sacrifice for money.

My wife studied up there for a couple of years and while its beautiful during the summer months... The long winter is BRUTAL!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on June 05, 2021, 09:04:29 pm
Desko was just down on the Island a few days ago to watch Spallina’s kid play and they posed for a pic together after the game. (Seen on Twitter)
 This doesn’t exactly support the rumor mill that is churning about Desko being out or retiring.  I don’t see Spallina leaving Stony Brook and uprooting his family. I’m also not so sure the Syracuse women’s job pays all that much more than what Spallina is getting at SB. I could be wrong.

Bottom line, I’d hate to see Spallina  go.  Heilbronn  should do everything in his power to keep him.
 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: guest410 on June 06, 2021, 11:30:38 am
Desko was just down on the Island a few days ago to watch Spallina’s kid play and they posed for a pic together after the game. (Seen on Twitter)
 This doesn’t exactly support the rumor mill that is churning about Desko being out or retiring.  I don’t see Spallina leaving Stony Brook and uprooting his family. I’m also not so sure the Syracuse women’s job pays all that much more than what Spallina is getting at SB. I could be wrong.

Bottom line, I’d hate to see Spallina  go.  Heilbronn  should do everything in his power to keep him.

The Syracuse job pays nearly three times more than Stony Brook, and that was comparing the 2015 salary at SU versus SBU's 2020. It sure would pay for Spallina to leave, financially.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on June 06, 2021, 01:10:38 pm
I’ll just add this. Syracuse women will most likely be the pre-season #1 next season with the loaded roster they have returning and  coming off the loss in the title game. Gait might want one more shot next season to win it all (which he hasn’t been able to do in his 14 year tenure.) before taking over the men’s program. I think we may be a a year away from any of these “rumors” coming to fruition. Plus, these top LI recruits that Desko landed are only juniors (including Spallina’s kid).

Further, I have to think that some of these power conference women’s programs have at least inquired over the last 10 years about getting Spallina to coach for more  $$  given all that he has done here at SB. Yet, he hasn’t moved. Just something to consider.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 06, 2021, 07:58:17 pm
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/sources-gary-gait-to-be-named-next-syracuse-men-s-lacrosse-coach/58059

https://www.si.com/college/syracuse/lacrosse/gary-gait-syracuse-mens-lacrosse-head-coach
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on June 06, 2021, 08:26:02 pm
Well…I was wrong. :-\  Best case scenario is that Spallina stays and is also able to grab 1 or 2 angry transfers from Syracuse women’s team.  They have plenty of LI players on their roster.  Worst case, he leaves and SB suffers.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 06, 2021, 09:15:18 pm
news is firming up that pietramala is joining gait at cuse, and that kayla treanor has turned down the wlax job.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on June 06, 2021, 11:09:40 pm
Wow. So Cuse already offered a women’s lax alum with no head coaching experience the job and she turned it down.  The Gait move is causing a rift amongst some  Cuse alum and fans who feel Gait completely disrespected the women’s program by walking away to take the men’s job.  I also read that Gait was being paid almost 3x what most other top women’s coaches were being paid at other top programs. The “sexist” card is being thrown around plenty on other forums now.

Regardless, the fact that they reportedly offered Kayla Treanor the job and she turned it down convinces me more that Spallina is not being targeted or he told them he was not interested. At least I am hoping this to be true.  Time will tell.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 06, 2021, 11:45:20 pm
more information: https://www.collegecrosse.com/2021/6/6/22521856/syracuse-mens-lacrosse-gary-gait-dave-pietramala-john-deskosyracuse-lacrosse-coaching-change

i know nothing.  i read that spallina commented that this was a surprise.  so whatever that means.

also consider team 91 and state pensions and all that.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 07, 2021, 02:49:14 pm
https://www.syracuse.com/orangelacrosse/2021/06/could-spallina-tandem-be-headed-for-syracuse-mens-womens-lacrosse.html?fbclid=IwAR1g1gPfghC05ZqSD-iY1HQj6YWc695ZqZxPbQiA_8yZVkDZ_UlqJNrGfmw

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He did not dismiss that scenario, but also said he has not spoken with anyone in the SU administration about the vacancy.


https://www.si.com/college/syracuse/lacrosse/here-are-six-people-who-could-realistically-replace-gary-gait

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More of a dark horse here, but Joe Spallina is someone who definitely could be in the pool. Joe Spallina took over the Stony Brook program in 2012 and has never looked back. He single-handedly turned Stony Brook from a team with a losing record to a team that is consistently ranked in the top-10. This year, his squad made it to the elite 8 where he was inches away from knowing out UNC, a team that was ranked number one for most of the season.

The interesting thing about Spallina taking over is that he is the only person on the list who did not either play at Syracuse or coach at Syracuse ever, and his coaching style is drastically different than Gary's. Coach Gait is more hands off where as Coach Spallina is more hands on. They run different offenses. Their defenses are somewhat similar (both zones) but have differences as well. It would be a more drastic change from some of the other options, and the team culture might shift as well with him at the helm. That being said, he is a very well-respected figure in the lacrosse community and I don't think it would come as a surprise to anyone if he was offered the job.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on June 07, 2021, 03:07:10 pm
https://www.syracuse.com/orangelacrosse/2021/06/could-spallina-tandem-be-headed-for-syracuse-mens-womens-lacrosse.html?fbclid=IwAR1g1gPfghC05ZqSD-iY1HQj6YWc695ZqZxPbQiA_8yZVkDZ_UlqJNrGfmw

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He did not dismiss that scenario, but also said he has not spoken with anyone in the SU administration about the vacancy.


https://www.si.com/college/syracuse/lacrosse/here-are-six-people-who-could-realistically-replace-gary-gait

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More of a dark horse here, but Joe Spallina is someone who definitely could be in the pool. Joe Spallina took over the Stony Brook program in 2012 and has never looked back. He single-handedly turned Stony Brook from a team with a losing record to a team that is consistently ranked in the top-10. This year, his squad made it to the elite 8 where he was inches away from knowing out UNC, a team that was ranked number one for most of the season.

The interesting thing about Spallina taking over is that he is the only person on the list who did not either play at Syracuse or coach at Syracuse ever, and his coaching style is drastically different than Gary's. Coach Gait is more hands off where as Coach Spallina is more hands on. They run different offenses. Their defenses are somewhat similar (both zones) but have differences as well. It would be a more drastic change from some of the other options, and the team culture might shift as well with him at the helm. That being said, he is a very well-respected figure in the lacrosse community and I don't think it would come as a surprise to anyone if he was offered the job.
I saw these articles as well. I dunno what to think at this point but it would absolutely stink if he leaves SB. I hope he stays and even lands a transfer or two from Cuse’s talented roster.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on June 07, 2021, 03:15:55 pm
https://www.syracuse.com/orangelacrosse/2021/06/could-spallina-tandem-be-headed-for-syracuse-mens-womens-lacrosse.html?fbclid=IwAR1g1gPfghC05ZqSD-iY1HQj6YWc695ZqZxPbQiA_8yZVkDZ_UlqJNrGfmw

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He did not dismiss that scenario, but also said he has not spoken with anyone in the SU administration about the vacancy.


https://www.si.com/college/syracuse/lacrosse/here-are-six-people-who-could-realistically-replace-gary-gait

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More of a dark horse here, but Joe Spallina is someone who definitely could be in the pool. Joe Spallina took over the Stony Brook program in 2012 and has never looked back. He single-handedly turned Stony Brook from a team with a losing record to a team that is consistently ranked in the top-10. This year, his squad made it to the elite 8 where he was inches away from knowing out UNC, a team that was ranked number one for most of the season.

The interesting thing about Spallina taking over is that he is the only person on the list who did not either play at Syracuse or coach at Syracuse ever, and his coaching style is drastically different than Gary's. Coach Gait is more hands off where as Coach Spallina is more hands on. They run different offenses. Their defenses are somewhat similar (both zones) but have differences as well. It would be a more drastic change from some of the other options, and the team culture might shift as well with him at the helm. That being said, he is a very well-respected figure in the lacrosse community and I don't think it would come as a surprise to anyone if he was offered the job.
I saw these articles as well. I dunno what to think at this point but it would absolutely stink if he leaves SB. I hope he stays and even lands a transfer or two from Cuse’s talented roster.

If Spallina darts for Syracuse, You might as well shut down SB athletics. Dark days are already headed to SBU, with Spallina gone. Their athletic department would take a step back to 2012.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Accelerator on June 07, 2021, 05:04:02 pm
https://www.syracuse.com/orangelacrosse/2021/06/could-spallina-tandem-be-headed-for-syracuse-mens-womens-lacrosse.html?fbclid=IwAR1g1gPfghC05ZqSD-iY1HQj6YWc695ZqZxPbQiA_8yZVkDZ_UlqJNrGfmw

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He did not dismiss that scenario, but also said he has not spoken with anyone in the SU administration about the vacancy.


https://www.si.com/college/syracuse/lacrosse/here-are-six-people-who-could-realistically-replace-gary-gait

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More of a dark horse here, but Joe Spallina is someone who definitely could be in the pool. Joe Spallina took over the Stony Brook program in 2012 and has never looked back. He single-handedly turned Stony Brook from a team with a losing record to a team that is consistently ranked in the top-10. This year, his squad made it to the elite 8 where he was inches away from knowing out UNC, a team that was ranked number one for most of the season.

The interesting thing about Spallina taking over is that he is the only person on the list who did not either play at Syracuse or coach at Syracuse ever, and his coaching style is drastically different than Gary's. Coach Gait is more hands off where as Coach Spallina is more hands on. They run different offenses. Their defenses are somewhat similar (both zones) but have differences as well. It would be a more drastic change from some of the other options, and the team culture might shift as well with him at the helm. That being said, he is a very well-respected figure in the lacrosse community and I don't think it would come as a surprise to anyone if he was offered the job.
I saw these articles as well. I dunno what to think at this point but it would absolutely stink if he leaves SB. I hope he stays and even lands a transfer or two from Cuse’s talented roster.

If Spallina darts for Syracuse, You might as well shut down SB athletics. Dark days are already headed to SBU, with Spallina gone. Their athletic department would take a step back to 2012.

I wish our athletic department was back in 2012! That was a real great time, speaking from personal experience! Fiore at the helm, Baseball in the College World Series, Dominick Reyes and the football team beating FBS Army... Loved it!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on June 07, 2021, 08:31:11 pm
https://www.syracuse.com/orangelacrosse/2021/06/could-spallina-tandem-be-headed-for-syracuse-mens-womens-lacrosse.html?fbclid=IwAR1g1gPfghC05ZqSD-iY1HQj6YWc695ZqZxPbQiA_8yZVkDZ_UlqJNrGfmw

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He did not dismiss that scenario, but also said he has not spoken with anyone in the SU administration about the vacancy.


https://www.si.com/college/syracuse/lacrosse/here-are-six-people-who-could-realistically-replace-gary-gait

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More of a dark horse here, but Joe Spallina is someone who definitely could be in the pool. Joe Spallina took over the Stony Brook program in 2012 and has never looked back. He single-handedly turned Stony Brook from a team with a losing record to a team that is consistently ranked in the top-10. This year, his squad made it to the elite 8 where he was inches away from knowing out UNC, a team that was ranked number one for most of the season.

The interesting thing about Spallina taking over is that he is the only person on the list who did not either play at Syracuse or coach at Syracuse ever, and his coaching style is drastically different than Gary's. Coach Gait is more hands off where as Coach Spallina is more hands on. They run different offenses. Their defenses are somewhat similar (both zones) but have differences as well. It would be a more drastic change from some of the other options, and the team culture might shift as well with him at the helm. That being said, he is a very well-respected figure in the lacrosse community and I don't think it would come as a surprise to anyone if he was offered the job.
I saw these articles as well. I dunno what to think at this point but it would absolutely stink if he leaves SB. I hope he stays and even lands a transfer or two from Cuse’s talented roster.

If Spallina darts for Syracuse, You might as well shut down SB athletics. Dark days are already headed to SBU, with Spallina gone. Their athletic department would take a step back to 2012.

I wish our athletic department was back in 2012! That was a real great time, speaking from personal experience! Fiore at the helm, Baseball in the College World Series, Dominick Reyes and the football team beating FBS Army... Loved it!

Okay, fair enough. lets go back before Fiore.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 07, 2021, 10:04:54 pm
https://syracusefan.com/threads/gary-gait.161624/page-9#post-3878445

the word now is that caitlin defliese has been named interim coach.  she is a former SB coach.

of course, there is the interim tag, which means, maybe they will talk to spallina in a year.  ya know, when his son is headed up there.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 08, 2021, 08:42:26 pm
Kennedy, Ohlmiller Tabbed IWLCA All-Americans; Kennedy Drafted 2nd Overall
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2021/6/8/womens-lacrosse-ally-kennedy-taryn-ohlmiller-earn-iwlca-all-america-honors.aspx

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On Tuesday, she was bestowed a major honor by the Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches Association and was selected second overall in the inaugural Athletes Unlimited college draft.

Kennedy was named a first-team All-American, while fellow graduate Taryn Ohlmiller was named to the second team.

It marked the third time for Kennedy to receive IWLCA All-America honors, and the second straight first-team selection.



Athletes Unlimited Drafts 13 in Inaugural College Draft
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/athletes-unlimited-drafts-13-in-inaugural-college-draft/58071

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Ally Kennedy (North Babylon, N.Y.), Midfielder, Stony Brook University
Introduced by Kylie Ohlmiller
Kennedy is a three-time Tewaaraton Award nominee and a three-time America East Midfielder of the Year. In her final season at Stony Brook, she led the team with 73 goals and became the third player in program history to score at least 200 goals while helpingthe Seawolves win their eighth-straight America East title and earning tournament Most Outstanding Player honors.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 09, 2021, 08:15:16 pm
kennedy is one of four finalists for the honda award: https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2021/6/7/ally-kennedy-among-4-finalists-for-womens-lacrosses-honda-award.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on June 09, 2021, 08:45:40 pm
https://www.syracuse.com/orangelacrosse/2021/06/could-spallina-tandem-be-headed-for-syracuse-mens-womens-lacrosse.html?fbclid=IwAR1g1gPfghC05ZqSD-iY1HQj6YWc695ZqZxPbQiA_8yZVkDZ_UlqJNrGfmw

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He did not dismiss that scenario, but also said he has not spoken with anyone in the SU administration about the vacancy.


https://www.si.com/college/syracuse/lacrosse/here-are-six-people-who-could-realistically-replace-gary-gait

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More of a dark horse here, but Joe Spallina is someone who definitely could be in the pool. Joe Spallina took over the Stony Brook program in 2012 and has never looked back. He single-handedly turned Stony Brook from a team with a losing record to a team that is consistently ranked in the top-10. This year, his squad made it to the elite 8 where he was inches away from knowing out UNC, a team that was ranked number one for most of the season.

The interesting thing about Spallina taking over is that he is the only person on the list who did not either play at Syracuse or coach at Syracuse ever, and his coaching style is drastically different than Gary's. Coach Gait is more hands off where as Coach Spallina is more hands on. They run different offenses. Their defenses are somewhat similar (both zones) but have differences as well. It would be a more drastic change from some of the other options, and the team culture might shift as well with him at the helm. That being said, he is a very well-respected figure in the lacrosse community and I don't think it would come as a surprise to anyone if he was offered the job.
I saw these articles as well. I dunno what to think at this point but it would absolutely stink if he leaves SB. I hope he stays and even lands a transfer or two from Cuse’s talented roster.

If Spallina darts for Syracuse, You might as well shut down SB athletics. Dark days are already headed to SBU, with Spallina gone. Their athletic department would take a step back to 2012.


Wait... what?

I would take 2012 SBU any day. That was the year I graduated and the school was on the rise. In a few days would reach our first NCAA CWS. We even had a Facebook group supporting the seawolves. We lost the momentum since then! :(


So many administrative bad moves since then. Starting with the whole football issue of paid parking in the main lot, no fraternity/sorority parties, etc

2009-2012 were great years for SB athletics

(https://scontent.fcjs3-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.18169-9/168889_10150887269027196_376131946_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-3&_nc_sid=de6eea&_nc_ohc=ZhX1IQSPHKAAX_6Ulva&_nc_ht=scontent.fcjs3-1.fna&oh=81149675dd344bf8ca2dbc25bb1892f1&oe=60E73E95)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 10, 2021, 03:50:31 pm
Ally Kennedy Named IWLCA Midfielder of Year
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2021/6/10/womens-lacrosse-ally-kennedy-named-iwlca-midfielder-of-year.aspx

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Kennedy on Thursday became the first player in Stony Brook history to be named Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches Association Midfielder of the Year.

Previously this week, Kennedy was tabbed one of four finalists for the Honda Award for women's lacrosse, was named an IWLCA All-American and was selected second overall in the startup Athletes United draft.

She will spend the rest of the week in Sparks, Md., competing for a spot on Team USA for the 2022 Women's World Championship.
 
Kennedy is a three-time IWLCA All-American and a three-time America East Midfielder of the Year.

She became the third player in program history to score her 200th career goal and finished her career with 266, while also adding 63 assists, 343 draw controls, 180 ground balls and 59 caused turnovers.

As the America East Tournament's Most Outstanding Player this past season, she set a tournament record with 12 goals in two games and matched a tournament record with seven goals against UMBC.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 11, 2021, 08:06:47 am
https://www.syracuse.com/orangewomen/2021/06/john-wildhack-syracuse-is-still-vetting-candidates-for-its-womens-lacrosse-head-coach.html

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Caitlin Defliese, Gait’s assistant coach for the past five seasons, is serving as SU’s interim head coach while the search continues. Other names rumored to be involved in the coaching search include current Boston College assistant Kayla Treanor, Albany head coach Katie Rowan, Wagner head coach Michelle Tumolo, Pittsburgh assistant coach Regy Thorpe and Stony Brook head coach Joe Spallina. All but Spallina have Syracuse roots.

Gait was asked Thursday whether he preferred a successor with Syracuse ties.

“I think our administration will find the best fit for the program to allow them to continue as a top five program and compete for a national championship,” he said. “I have confidence in that. I know there is a lot of support for the alums. I certainly love my alums and support them.”

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on June 11, 2021, 12:02:34 pm
https://syracusefan.com/threads/gary-gait.161624/page-9#post-3878445

the word now is that caitlin defliese has been named interim coach.  she is a former SB coach.

of course, there is the interim tag, which means, maybe they will talk to spallina in a year.  ya know, when his son is headed up there.
In my opinion, Spallina’s coaching resume is the most impressive of the rumored candidates and frankly I don’t think it’s even close.   However, I really hope Syracuse picks one of its alumni or current /former assistants for the job so Spallina stays on LI and continues building Stony Brook into a powerhouse program.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on June 11, 2021, 06:05:30 pm
https://syracusefan.com/threads/gary-gait.161624/page-9#post-3878445

the word now is that caitlin defliese has been named interim coach.  she is a former SB coach.

of course, there is the interim tag, which means, maybe they will talk to spallina in a year.  ya know, when his son is headed up there.
In my opinion, Spallina’s coaching resume is the most impressive of the rumored candidates and frankly I don’t think it’s even close.   However, I really hope Syracuse picks one of its alumni or current /former assistants for the job so Spallina stays on LI and continues building Stony Brook into a powerhouse program.

Agreed 100% with your asscessment.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on June 16, 2021, 12:17:25 pm
https://www.syracuse.com/orangelacrosse/2021/06/john-wildhack-syracuse-will-bring-in-candidates-this-week-for-its-womens-lacrosse-head-coaching-job.html

While the speculation continues, perhaps we will know fairly soon whether or not Coach Spallina is offered the job and jumps ship.  It would be a terrible setback for the women’s program if it happens.  But, I have to think he is a leading candidate for the Cuse job. I would also be surprised if chose to make this move and uproot the fam from LI.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on June 16, 2021, 02:13:41 pm
https://www.syracuse.com/orangelacrosse/2021/06/john-wildhack-syracuse-will-bring-in-candidates-this-week-for-its-womens-lacrosse-head-coaching-job.html

While the speculation continues, perhaps we will know fairly soon whether or not Coach Spallina is offered the job and jumps ship.  It would be a terrible setback for the women’s program if it happens.  But, I have to think he is a leading candidate for the Cuse job. I would also be surprised if chose to make this move and uproot the fam from LI.

I don't think it would be financially feasible at this time for Spallina to leave SBU. Isn't he locked into a long-term contract? Does it make any sense for Syracuse to buy out the remaining years of Joe's contract??
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on June 16, 2021, 03:00:06 pm
https://www.syracuse.com/orangelacrosse/2021/06/john-wildhack-syracuse-will-bring-in-candidates-this-week-for-its-womens-lacrosse-head-coaching-job.html

While the speculation continues, perhaps we will know fairly soon whether or not Coach Spallina is offered the job and jumps ship.  It would be a terrible setback for the women’s program if it happens.  But, I have to think he is a leading candidate for the Cuse job. I would also be surprised if chose to make this move and uproot the fam from LI.

I don't think it would be financially feasible at this time for Spallina to leave SBU. Isn't he locked into a long-term contract? Does it make any sense for Syracuse to buy out the remaining years of Joe's contract??
Hammer, I hope you are correct.  I dunno how many years are left on his current contract with SB but it certainly appears he is at least getting an interview for Cuse position.  I would also think that Syracuse has taken any potential buyout of his current contract into consideration while doing its research of candidates.  I don’t know how all of that works though.  Bottom line, I hope he stays put.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on June 16, 2021, 03:07:02 pm
https://www.syracuse.com/orangelacrosse/2021/06/john-wildhack-syracuse-will-bring-in-candidates-this-week-for-its-womens-lacrosse-head-coaching-job.html

While the speculation continues, perhaps we will know fairly soon whether or not Coach Spallina is offered the job and jumps ship.  It would be a terrible setback for the women’s program if it happens.  But, I have to think he is a leading candidate for the Cuse job. I would also be surprised if chose to make this move and uproot the fam from LI.

I don't think it would be financially feasible at this time for Spallina to leave SBU. Isn't he locked into a long-term contract? Does it make any sense for Syracuse to buy out the remaining years of Joe's contract??
Hammer, I hope you are correct.  I dunno how many years are left on his current contract with SB but it certainly appears he is at least getting an interview for Cuse position.  I would also think that Syracuse has taken any potential buyout of his current contract into consideration while doing its research of candidates.  I don’t know how all of that works though.  Bottom line, I hope he stays put.

Holy cow!!!! I cant believe how fast time flies. His contract is up at the end of 2022. That was a fast 5 years. Ummmmm. I hate to say this but< if Syracuse offers Joe a contract, he's gone. I was mistaken. I thought he was locked in for like 3 to 5 more years.

https://www.sbstatesman.com/2017/08/30/joe-spallina-inks-new-five-year-deal-with-stony-brook/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 16, 2021, 03:22:54 pm
it'd be an interesting move with pietramala's sons headed for UNC (do they decommit now and try to from a dream team?).

spallina has other kids who play lacrosse.  cuse could be discounted i heard after a year of employment.  people of that generation have fond memories of cuse, even marred by the gait asterisks of 1990.

id think team91 pays some bills, potentially even more than SB does.  while that exists in CNY, not sure it's the same income up there.  then there's the pension, the shedding of the "blue collar"/overlooked players, etc.

if we lose JS, maybe give KO the call???

i also wouldnt expect pietramala to hang around too many years- winning or not- maybe michigan or ND comes calling, i dunno.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on June 16, 2021, 03:25:14 pm
it'd be an interesting move with pietramala's sons headed for UNC (do they decommit now and try to from a dream team?).

spallina has other kids who play lacrosse.  cuse could be discounted i heard after a year of employment.  people of that generation have fond memories of cuse, even marred by the gait asterisks of 1990.

id think team91 pays some bills, potentially even more than SB does.  while that exists in CNY, not sure it's the same income up there.  then there's the pension, the shedding of the "blue collar"/overlooked players, etc.

if we lose JS, maybe give KO the call???

i also wouldnt expect pietramala to hang around too many years- winning or not- maybe michigan or ND comes calling, i dunno.

KO is a gutsy move. She's young, with no coaching experience. I could see her coming on board as an assistant, and then move up as HC someday, but now. I think it's too soon
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on June 16, 2021, 07:52:09 pm
https://www.syracuse.com/orangelacrosse/2021/06/john-wildhack-syracuse-will-bring-in-candidates-this-week-for-its-womens-lacrosse-head-coaching-job.html

While the speculation continues, perhaps we will know fairly soon whether or not Coach Spallina is offered the job and jumps ship.  It would be a terrible setback for the women’s program if it happens.  But, I have to think he is a leading candidate for the Cuse job. I would also be surprised if chose to make this move and uproot the fam from LI.

I don't think it would be financially feasible at this time for Spallina to leave SBU. Isn't he locked into a long-term contract? Does it make any sense for Syracuse to buy out the remaining years of Joe's contract??
Hammer, I hope you are correct.  I dunno how many years are left on his current contract with SB but it certainly appears he is at least getting an interview for Cuse position.  I would also think that Syracuse has taken any potential buyout of his current contract into consideration while doing its research of candidates.  I don’t know how all of that works though.  Bottom line, I hope he stays put.

Holy cow!!!! I cant believe how fast time flies. His contract is up at the end of 2022. That was a fast 5 years. Ummmmm. I hate to say this but< if Syracuse offers Joe a contract, he's gone. I was mistaken. I thought he was locked in for like 3 to 5 more years.

https://www.sbstatesman.com/2017/08/30/joe-spallina-inks-new-five-year-deal-with-stony-brook/
In that case, The AD should’ve already offered him another extension beyond 2022, if he hasn’t already. I dunno what is going on over there with the $$$ situation tho.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on June 17, 2021, 10:01:56 am
https://www.syracuse.com/orangesports/2021/06/syracuse-reports-spending-more-money-than-any-school-in-2-sports-how-does-each-stack-up.html

Syracuse spends more of that cash money on men’s and women’s lacrosse than any school in the country. Daaang. That will surely entice any potential candidate for the women’s lax job. But, still hoping they don’t nab Spallina from Stony Brook.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 17, 2021, 04:12:25 pm
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If I’m Syracuse, there are two people I am pushing hard for, and one is Joe Spallina. He has undoubtedly built a powerhouse at Stony Brook, a school that many thought could never be great at lacrosse, because it’s been known as a commuter school. He’s the greatest women’s lacrosse coach in the history of Division II and has seen success at every level he’s coached. It doesn’t hurt that his son will be wearing No. 22 in a year, either. The other is Boston College’s Kayla Treanor. Fresh off a national championship and one of the greatest players in Syracuse history, this would also be a phenomenal hire.

https://laxallstars.com/dave-pietramala-syracuse-what-does-it-mean/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on June 17, 2021, 05:00:58 pm
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If I’m Syracuse, there are two people I am pushing hard for, and one is Joe Spallina. He has undoubtedly built a powerhouse at Stony Brook, a school that many thought could never be great at lacrosse, because it’s been known as a commuter school. He’s the greatest women’s lacrosse coach in the history of Division II and has seen success at every level he’s coached. It doesn’t hurt that his son will be wearing No. 22 in a year, either. The other is Boston College’s Kayla Treanor. Fresh off a national championship and one of the greatest players in Syracuse history, this would also be a phenomenal hire.

https://laxallstars.com/dave-pietramala-syracuse-what-does-it-mean/
Yup.  Can’t disagree. I  Just hope he opts to stay on LI and at SB. If not, it would be a major blow for the women’s program and their powerhouse status. I do find it irritating and unnecessary that all of these articles mention that his son will be playing for the men’s team in a year, as if that has anything to do with him coaching the women’s program. If anything, it would imply more of a political vs. merit based hire to ensure they don’t lose his son as a recruit.

Either way, there will be disgruntled Cuse fans that will call it just that if Spallina gets the job over another candidate of their own preference.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Accelerator on June 17, 2021, 06:17:32 pm
I am offended that "LaxAllStars", whoever they are, had the gall to refer to us as a "commuter school". Depending on how big the website is that could be a damaging descriptor to casual readers.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 17, 2021, 08:05:41 pm
i guess there could be a tuition discount for kids if he takes the job.  hence the discussion on pietramala perhaps engineering two decommits.

the only thing SB fans have going for them is that cuse's athletic dept is extremely insular with HC hires (obvious- simmons, simmons, desko, gait 2x).  desko's been there since the mid 70s.

on commuters, he aint wrong.  its the biggest issue at SB over the past few decades and frankly the only one really worth discussion, given how much hinges on it. http://sbufan.createaforum.com/around-stony-brook/making-sb-better-idea-thread/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on June 18, 2021, 07:34:17 pm
For whatever it’s worth, Coach Spallina tweeted today that SB women’s lacrosse just made a “big time addition…proven goal scorer that just wants to win.”  This doesn’t sound like a coach on the move to another program. 👍
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on June 19, 2021, 04:55:27 am
For whatever it’s worth, Coach Spallina tweeted today that SB women’s lacrosse just made a “big time addition…proven goal scorer that just wants to win.”  This doesn’t sound like a coach on the move to another program. 👍

That's good. They are going to need her with Kennedy, OhlMiller, Rafferty graduating.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 19, 2021, 06:51:29 am
good intel lindy.  though, these days, im never surprised by surprises!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on June 21, 2021, 11:56:10 am
Less cross our fingers that we can keep him. He has done such an amazing job for the local wlax scene starting out at Adelphi with the DII nat championships and for the last decade at SBU building us into a DI national power. Would be a set back to lose him.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on June 23, 2021, 09:38:07 am
As per Twitter, Kayla Treanor (Syracuse alum) will be the next head coach of women’s lax at Cuse.  This is great news for SB athletics in that Joe Spallina will be staying at SB. Syracuse really does prefer to hire its own.   It’s their loss but a huge plus for the SB women’s team.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 23, 2021, 11:24:28 am
great- didnt see anything about an interim tag, FYI.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on June 23, 2021, 11:27:51 am
As per Twitter, Kayla Treanor (Syracuse alum) will be the next head coach of women’s lax at Cuse.  This is great news for SB athletics in that Joe Spallina will be staying at SB. Syracuse really does prefer to hire its own.   It’s their loss but a huge plus for the SB women’s team.

Syracuse is making a huge mistake. Joe would grab the best high school players from Long Island. He does a decent job taking good players for SBU. He can't fill his team with all stars because of the university, Not because of Joe Spallina. Athletes would rather play for a well-known school in a Power 5 conference.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 23, 2021, 12:32:08 pm
kennedy, KO, and sabella selected for the US team training camp: https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/senior-women/thirty-six-players-selected-for-us-womens-training-camp
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on June 23, 2021, 12:56:32 pm
As per Twitter, Kayla Treanor (Syracuse alum) will be the next head coach of women’s lax at Cuse.  This is great news for SB athletics in that Joe Spallina will be staying at SB. Syracuse really does prefer to hire its own.   It’s their loss but a huge plus for the SB women’s team.

Syracuse is making a huge mistake. Joe would grab the best high school players from Long Island. He does a decent job taking good players for SBU. He can't fill his team with all stars because of the university, Not because of Joe Spallina. Athletes would rather play for a well-known school in a Power 5 conference.
I can’t disagree with your sentiment. Spallina was the no-brainer hire in my opinion, but Cuse does things it’s own way hiring it’s own.  Plus, we don’t know if Spallina was interested or willing to leave  Long Island.  Either way I’m glad he is staying put. 

Cuse will likely be the pre-season No. 1 next year with a rookie head coach. 🤷‍♂️.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on July 08, 2021, 01:43:08 pm
Looks like we are getting a grad transfer from Ualbany who had 50 plus goals for the Great Danes last season.  Zapolski is the name. She is a Long Island native.

Further, freshman Avery Jaffe (NJ native) with impressive high school resume is transferring over from University of Maryland. I believe her sister was a former Seawolf.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 30, 2021, 12:22:50 pm
burns and masera to get evaluations for team USA: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/usa-lacrosse-picks-23-men-23-women-for-sixes-evaluation-camp-at-lake-placid/58258
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on August 05, 2021, 12:49:05 pm
Long time WLAX assistant under Spallina, Kim
Hillier just announced as new head coach at Drexel. (Via Twitter).  She was long overdue for a head coaching opportunity.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 10, 2021, 08:26:00 pm
ohlmiller still crushing it: https://laxallstars.com/dempsey-arsenault-tops-athletes-unlimited-lacrosse-leaderboard/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 23, 2021, 12:14:19 pm
so much great press for this program: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/au-pro-lettersfromhome-kylie-ohlmiller/58348
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 22, 2021, 04:51:43 pm
Spallina Extended Through 2026 Season
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2021/9/22/womens-lacrosse-spallina-extended-through-2026-season.aspx

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The winningest coach in program history, Spallina also owns the highest winning percentage of any active NCAA Division I Women's Lacrosse coach, currently sitting at 231-32-1 (.877).
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on September 22, 2021, 05:47:01 pm
Spallina Extended Through 2026 Season
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2021/9/22/womens-lacrosse-spallina-extended-through-2026-season.aspx

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The winningest coach in program history, Spallina also owns the highest winning percentage of any active NCAA Division I Women's Lacrosse coach, currently sitting at 231-32-1 (.877).

That's awesome. He deserves this and more. If SBU extends the Chucky Cheese extension. Then I'm done with this school.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 25, 2021, 08:10:07 am
and another good addition: https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2021/9/24/team-usa-standout-sydney-pirreca-joins-womens-lacrosse-coaching-staff.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 05, 2021, 05:21:39 pm
https://laxallstars.com/the-growth-of-womens-lacrosse-is-limitless/

(https://res.cloudinary.com/fivestarmedia/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1633465781/lacrosse/Kylie-Ohlmiller-Signature/Kylie-Ohlmiller-Signature.jpg?_i=AA)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 18, 2021, 12:42:05 pm
kylie scores a hat trick against Canada: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/murray-usa-wins-big-boston-college-connection-more/58510

https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/pannell-north-shine-as-usa-sweeps-canada-in-fall-classic-opener/58509
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 19, 2021, 06:20:59 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2021/10/13/womens-lacrosse-five-seawolves-to-participate-in-upcoming-us-lacrosse-fall-classic.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on November 01, 2021, 12:41:34 pm
Fall Ball Focus: Stony Brook Expecting to Catch Opponents by Surprise
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/fall-ball-focus-stony-brook-expecting-to-catch-opponents-by-surprise

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“It will be more of a sum of its parts than it’s been, but we’ve got some pieces in there that are super dynamic,” Spallina said. “They aren’t household names yet.”

Top to bottom, Stony Brook is fast and athletic. Masera and Jaden Hampel are blossoming contributors in the midfield, joining veterans Sarah Pulis, Rayna Sabella and Siobhan Rafferty. Rafferty scored 33 goals in 2021 and converted on 83.6 percent of her shots on goal. Albany transfer Kyla Zapolski will also be a factor.

A team driven by its midfield and a defense anchored by Clare Levy will also feature junior attacker Kailyn Hart, a player the lacrosse world got to know as a freshman with several goals featured on SportsCenter’s Top 10.

In the cage, Virginia transfer Charlie Campbell can be a gamechanger when locked in.

Volunteer assistant Kylie Ohlmiller is also no longer with the program, though she’ll be replaced by Kennedy — perhaps a move that will help with the program’s transition into its next chapter.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: guest410 on November 01, 2021, 01:12:09 pm
Fall Ball Focus: Stony Brook Expecting to Catch Opponents by Surprise
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/fall-ball-focus-stony-brook-expecting-to-catch-opponents-by-surprise

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“It will be more of a sum of its parts than it’s been, but we’ve got some pieces in there that are super dynamic,” Spallina said. “They aren’t household names yet.”

Top to bottom, Stony Brook is fast and athletic. Masera and Jaden Hampel are blossoming contributors in the midfield, joining veterans Sarah Pulis, Rayna Sabella and Siobhan Rafferty. Rafferty scored 33 goals in 2021 and converted on 83.6 percent of her shots on goal. Albany transfer Kyla Zapolski will also be a factor.

A team driven by its midfield and a defense anchored by Clare Levy will also feature junior attacker Kailyn Hart, a player the lacrosse world got to know as a freshman with several goals featured on SportsCenter’s Top 10.

In the cage, Virginia transfer Charlie Campbell can be a gamechanger when locked in.

Volunteer assistant Kylie Ohlmiller is also no longer with the program, though she’ll be replaced by Kennedy — perhaps a move that will help with the program’s transition into its next chapter.

It's interesting to note that Campbell is not on the official roster the school has on its website.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on November 10, 2021, 01:12:46 pm
THANK YOU, TARYN OHLMILLER
BY
KYLIE OHLMILLER
NOVEMBER 10, 2021
3 MINUTE READ

https://laxallstars.com/thank-you-taryn-ohlmiller/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 14, 2021, 01:02:40 pm
kennedy and KO to represent USA... https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/senior-women/usa-lacrosse-names-roster-for-spring-premiere-in-florida
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 21, 2021, 08:14:14 am
sabella named preseason all america by USA Lacrosse: https://www.si.com/college/syracuse/lacrosse/five-syracuse-womens-lacrosse-players-named-preseason-all-americans
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 27, 2021, 02:23:05 pm
preseason #5 https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/boston-college-tops-nike-usa-lacrosse-division-i-womens-preseason-top-20
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 05, 2022, 06:58:42 pm
ladies schedule: https://stonybrookathletics.com/sports/womens-lacrosse/schedule/2022


Two Top-Five, Four Top-15 Opponents Highlight 2022 Women's Lacrosse Slate
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2022/1/5/two-top-five-four-top-15-opponents-highlight-2022-womens-lacrosse-slate.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 06, 2022, 08:53:58 am
15 Biggest Impact Women's Transfers to Watch in 2022
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/15-biggest-impact-women-s-transfers-to-watch-in-2022/58764

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3. Kyla Zapolski (Midfield, Albany to Stony Brook)
Zapolski is quite familiar with the America East, originally playing for UAlbany in her first four years. As a Great Dane, Zapolski started every game of her career at midfield and earned America East All-Conference honors in 2019 and 2021. Zapolski will help fill the void of graduating All-America midfielder Ally Kennedy.

Charlie Campbell, (Goalie, Virginia to Stony Brook)
A Long Island native, Campbell returns to join Stony Brook in their 2022 campaign after being Virginia’s long-time starter.  Campbell finished her career as a Cavalier with 417 saves and a career save percentage of .429%. 

Haley Hunt (Goalie, Stony Brook to Lehigh)
Hunt heads back to her home state of Pennsylvania for her sophomore campaign.  After serving as backup goalie for the Seawolves in 2021, Hunt will be fighting for the starting position at Lehigh. The Mountain Hawk coaches are most excited about Hunt’s overall athleticism in cage and multi-sport experience. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: KFERMINNY on January 12, 2022, 06:32:48 pm
The WUSB Sports crew go over the '22 WLAX schedule and jts many highlights including facing five teams that made the NCAA Tournament last season. 

HC Joe Spallina gave two comments to WUSB Sports on the topic

On transfers Kyla Zapolski and Charlie Campbell: "They are two great players & people. Lucky to have [them]

On SBU being ranked 5th by US/Nike Lax: "Damn right, Long Island is gonna love the 2022 version [of Stony Brook]

Other Analysis: Don't be surprised if there is no true #1 goalie until the postseason.  A lot of games will be played with few breaks in between for this squad, giving both Campbell & Halsall lots of opportunities to take the spot. I would assume Campbell will get the nod in net on opening day, with social media indicating the transfers have fit in just as well as veterans of Spallina's system.  I would not be shocked if the top 5 scorers end up as Zapolski, Rafferty, Hart, Masera and Hampell. With Zapolski gone, maybe SBU will get to face someone other than UAlbany I'm the finals (doubt it)

https://youtu.be/sgDTNZ5xziA
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 18, 2022, 01:06:02 pm
sabella gets some recognition, making IL's third team all america (preseason): https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/ilwomen-2022-preseason-all-americans-24-programs-represented-led-by-nine-tar-heels/58797
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 20, 2022, 01:09:55 pm
Beyond the Basics: Advanced Metrics to Describe Every D-I Women's Top 20 Team
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/beyond-the-basics-advanced-metrics-to-describe-every-d-i-womens-top-20-team

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5. STONY BROOK
USAGE-ADJUSTED EGA
There may not be a team with bigger shoes to fill than Stony Brook. Losing Ally Kennedy, Taryn Ohlmiller and Kaeli Huff, among others, means that the Seawolves only return 34 percent of their offensive production. Keep an eye on Kira Accetella, though. In her second season, she had a 2.91 uaEGA rating. On a scale of 0 to 100, that puts her in the 97th percentile.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 24, 2022, 12:49:30 pm
Predicting 2022 NCAA Women's Lacrosse Breakout Players
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/predicting-2022-ncaa-womens-lacrosse-breakout-players

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5. STONY BROOK
Kira Accettella, M, Jr.

Accettella has played 19 games at Stony Brook, with four starts in her freshman season. She’s someone who can contribute everywhere, but she made improvements on the offensive end in 2021. She scored 11 goals — including her first career hat trick against Hartford — and shot 84.2 percent on goal. A deep midfield is made even deeper if Accettella indeed reaches another level. — Kenny DeJohn

(https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/sites/default/files/images/articles/kira-accettella-stony-brook-rich-barnes_1.jpg)

A breakout from Kira Accettella would make an already deep Stony Brook midfield even deeper.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 31, 2022, 12:19:43 pm
IL preseason poll #6: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/wdi/polls
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 04, 2022, 02:46:40 pm
despite graduations, IL lists SB's midfield as third best: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/women-s-di-top-units-midfield/58860

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Women's DI Top Units: Midfield

3. Stony Brook
 While the Seawolves may have graduated one of their program's best to ever play — Ally Kennedy—  they return a group of young talent combined with an impressive transfer that will help push Stony Brook toward breaking into the Final Four for the first time.

Ellie Masera (17G, 1A, 25GB)—Now a sophomore, Masera returns to the Seawolves as their top option in the midfield.  A member of the America East All-Rookie team, played in all but one game for Stony Brook last spring. 

Siobhan Rafferty (33G, 2A, 19GB)—Returning to play in 2021 after rehabbing an ACL tear the year prior, Rafferty is back at Stony Brook as a graduate student.  She earned second-team All-Conference last spring as a midfielder and with Kennedy graduating, Rafferty’s experience will serve the Seawolves with some veteran leadership.

Kyla Zapolski (50G, 10A, 34GB *at UAlbany)—After four highly successful years as a Great Dane, Zapolski will finish her NCAA career as a Seawolf. The first-team All-America East player will look to have an equally big impact at her new school this spring.

Depth- Jaden Hampel and Sarah Pulis both saw significant time last year and will likely serve as great additional options for the Seawolves in 2022. Hampel was second on the team in draw controls (39) while Pulis had a career high in points (20).
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 07, 2022, 07:54:44 pm
Women's Top Units: Defense
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/women-s-top-units-defense/58880

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3. Stony Brook
Hard-nosed, gritty defense is in the Seawolves’ DNA.  Their trademark zone baits even the best attackers to make uncharacteristic mistakes, while Stony Brook capitalizes when the ball hits the ground. 

Rayna Sabella (32GB, 23CT, 10DC) — Sabella returns as the anchor on defense for the Seawolves after being honored with America East Co-Defensive Player of the Year in 2021. Now a graduate student, Sabella enters the 2022 season as an Inside Lacrosse preseason third-team All-American. 

Claire Levy (24GB, 25CT, 29DC)— Levy had an immediate impact for the Seawolves, starting every game for Stony Brook and earning second-team All-America East.  Now a sophomore, Levy’s key game experience will help Stony Brook climb up the Top 10 ranks this spring.

Goalie Battle —Redshirt junior Kameron Halsall returns this spring, but will have to beat out fifth-year transfer from UVA, Charlie Campbell, for the starting spot in the crease.  No matter who wins the battle, the Seawolves are in good hands with these two as they both have plenty of big-game experience.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 10, 2022, 09:38:17 pm
Hart and Masera Tabbed to Tewaaraton Watch List
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2022/2/10/womens-lacrosse-hart-and-masera-tabbed-to-tewaaraton-watch-list.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 14, 2022, 09:22:53 am
Stony Brook women’s lacrosse doesn’t need the America East to win national title
https://www.sbstatesman.com/2022/02/13/stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-doesnt-need-the-america-east-to-win-national-title/

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Before Spallina, who is now a five-time America East Coach of the Year, took over the program in 2012, Stony Brook had never even competed in a conference championship game.

Since then, they have gone 55-3 against conference opponents in the regular season and have gotten closer to winning a national championship than any other Stony Brook team in school history. Last year, the Seawolves held a two-goal lead against No. 1 UNC with eight minutes remaining in the quarterfinals of the NCAA Tournament until the Tar Heels rallied to win 14-11.

The effect of coming so close to winning it all is obvious when speaking to the team. The ‘scrappy upstart’ mentality that characterized the beginning of Spallina’s tenure no longer applies. Stony Brook is a national powerhouse, and its players expect to be viewed as such.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 18, 2022, 11:50:04 am
https://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/college/lacrosse/bs-sp-stony-brook-james-madison-womens-lacrosse-20220218-2nqlo5ktezb3vjhwuebtp7dr6u-story.html

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Without the safety net of automatic qualifiers to the NCAA tournament, the No. 4 Stony Brook and No. 13 James Madison women’s teams face the very real prospect of being left out of the postseason despite their lofty rankings.

“I definitely think none of us like that rule,” Sabella said. “We think that’s something we as student-athletes are getting punished for. One, it wasn’t our decision, and two, it’s something that we work so hard for our whole lives, especially to compete collegiately, and then to get that taken away from us, that’s not fair.”

Seawolves men’s lacrosse coach Anthony Gilardi said the ban is especially deflating for players who overcame a canceled 2020 season exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic and elected to delay pursuing academic or work plans for another chance to capture a conference title.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 18, 2022, 06:39:54 pm
Gameday Guide: What to Watch for This Weekend in Women's Lacrosse
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/gameday-guide-what-to-watch-for-this-weekend-in-womens-lacrosse-19

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GAME OF THE WEEK
No. 4 Stony Brook at No. 3 Syracuse

This has become something of a budding rivalry. There are only four lifetime meetings between these two programs (two were NCAA tournament games), but this will be the third straight February that Stony Brook makes the trip up north to the Carrier Dome.

In 2020, the first time these teams played in the regular season, Stony Brook wowed a national audience with a thrilling 17-16 win. The following year, it was Syracuse that toppled the Seawolves 16-6.

Any top-five matchup warrants discussion, but it’s hard to not look at Stony Brook as the underdog here. (Joe Spallina will certainly appreciate that sentiment.) Syracuse has a veteran-laden offense for its rookie coach, Kayla Treanor. Lock off one weapon, another three emerge. Even with Emily Hawryschuk not firing on all cylinders just yet after recovering from ACL surgery, the Orange offense has looked crisp.

Stony Brook will lean on sophomore Ellie Masera to be its next emerging star, and she has support in Siobhan Rafferty, Kailyn Hart and Jaden Hampel. Kyla Zapolski, an Albany transfer, has experience playing against Syracuse, and Spallina expects a big year from her.

For either team, this game isn’t an end-all-be-all result. Both can recover from a loss. But a win for Stony Brook, at least this early, would be monumental.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 19, 2022, 03:26:39 pm
https://dailyorange.com/2022/02/opponent-preview-what-to-know-about-stony-brook/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 20, 2022, 07:41:58 pm
tight game in the dome but looked good for first outing, against #3 cuse, losing 12-11.  blew a lot of opportunities in the second half and the refs made 2 terrible calls in the last few minutes.  new goalie is a star.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on February 20, 2022, 08:58:50 pm
Just want to add, the Seawolves were not awarded a single free position shot in the entire game.  I’m sorry but that is virtually impossible in women’s college lacrosse. It’s laughable.  Coach Spallina even noted that statistic in his post-game commentary. Anyway, the team looks legit but they have to knock off at least one of their top ten ranked opponents to get any respect from the selection committee.

Finally, the inconsistency and overall quality of officiating in women’s college lacrosse might be hurting the game like nothing I’ve seen in any other officiated sport. (College or pro)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on February 21, 2022, 07:32:51 am
Hopefully the poll voters use their heads and don’t penalize the team for a one goal loss against #3 on the road and with poor officiating to boot
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 23, 2022, 07:54:01 pm
Women's Lacrosse Alums Kennedy, Ohlmiller Selected to Represent Team USA at Women's World Cup
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2022/2/23/womens-lacrosse-alums-kennedy-ohlmiller-selected-to-represent-team-usa-at-womens-world-cup.aspx

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Stony Brook Women's Lacrosse alums Kylie Ohlmiller '18 and Ally Kennedy '20 will be on the Stars and Stripes for the 2022 World Lacrosse Women's World Cup commencing June 29 at Towson University.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: KFERMINNY on February 27, 2022, 03:51:34 pm
WUSB Sports Greg Tylor & Anthony Leon caught up with Joe Spallina after the home opener win. Hear his thoughts on the win, facing Florida and the gameplan.

https://youtu.be/wViJ3X9KI4M
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on February 28, 2022, 10:32:06 am
The next two contexts  @Florida and @Northwestern will largely determine the women’s trajectory for the rest of the season and  chances of an at-large bid into the tourney this year. One goal losses like @Syracuse will mean nothing come selection time.

It appears up to this point that the AE conference is not budging from its decision to ban SB sports from post season conference play.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 28, 2022, 10:42:56 am
yep.  sharing this because it's nice to get the headline and photo: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/sunday-roundup-virginia-snaps-losing-streak-stony-brook-gets-first-win-more/59025
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 04, 2022, 11:46:45 pm
big game tomorrow morning- #4 SB at #11 Florida 10am

https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/5-games-to-watch-women-s-week-4-seawolves-head-south-north-carolina-looks-to-stay-undefeated/59056
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 05, 2022, 12:28:05 pm
ladies win 14-13 on the road.  was up 10-5 mid-game.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 05, 2022, 12:49:29 pm
ladies win 14-13 on the road.  was up 10-5 mid-game.
Big time road win.  Even sweeter when you see how Florida’s roster is full of Long Island players.   Improvement needed in draw controls if this team wants to be playing championship weekend.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 05, 2022, 11:24:25 pm
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/stony-brook-survives-florida-comeback-wins-14-13
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on March 06, 2022, 04:07:15 pm
Those are wins that build you for May.

LETS GOOO. Keep it going ladies.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 10, 2022, 09:52:57 pm
road loss tonight at #4 northwestern, 16-12.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 11, 2022, 12:10:41 pm
another big game, this time hosting #16 hopkins: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/5-things-to-watch-women-s-week-5-seven-top-25-games-on-tap/59106

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No. 16 Johns Hopkins at No. 6 Stony Brook
When: noon Sunday, March 13
Where: Stony Brook, N.Y.
Stony Brook (2-2) and Johns Hopkins (4-2) will square off on Long Island Sunday after a pair of tough Thursday losses. Stony Brook fell behind early and lost to Northwestern, 16-12, while Hopkins fell to No. 25 Navy in overtime, 13-12.

Sophomore Ellie Masera (13G, 5A) and junior Kailyn Hart (9G, 4A) combined for nine points in SBU’s win over Florida last weekend, though Hart was shut out against the Wildcats. Masera is also the team leader in draws (21 DC). Junior Charlotte Verhulst is second (19DC). Graduate student Charlie Campbell (12.33 GAA, .418 SV%) has been solid since transferring from UVA.

Senior Georgia Esmond (8G, 14A) and graduate student Shelby Harrison (12 G) are the Blue Jays’ top offensive targets. Harrison has a team-best 23 draw controls. Senior Annika Meyer (11CT) is smart but aggressive on defense, while senior Kathleen Garvey (9.13 GAA, .418 SV%) is off to a strong start in net.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 13, 2022, 08:04:34 pm
big win, 16-5.  saw some of the game, we look good at home. GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on March 13, 2022, 11:10:39 pm
What a beat down of a great Lacrosse brand in John Hopkins. WOW!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 14, 2022, 12:28:17 pm
stayed at #6 in both polls: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/wdi/polls/2022

https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/denver-enters-top-10-of-nike-usa-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20


Sunday Women's DI Roundup: Denver's Comeback, Stony Brook Cruises, Rutgers Still Unbeaten
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/sunday-women-s-di-roundup-denver-s-comeback-stony-brook-cruises-rutgers-still-unbeaten/59124

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Stony Brook dispatches of Johns Hopkins
No. 6 Stony Brook took care of business against No. 16 Johns Hopkins, 16-5.

The commanding runaway win came after the Blue Jays scored four of the first five, but the Seawolves scored 15 of the next 16.

Siobhan Rafferty scored six goals and kicked off a 9-0 run. Ellie Masera and Kailyn Hart each had four goals.

"Today was a good rebound performance after we went down 4-1, we finished the game on a 15-1 run. We're a younger group that's just going to keep getting better and I think the thing with big game experience, the only way to get better is by being in big games. We're trying to do that as much as possible now as we head into the next parts of our schedule. After we went down, we started to read their offensive sequences a little better and we got some great saves. We were able to go on a run and it made them play a little bit faster against our defense, which plays into what we do. Our defense rebounded in a big way against a nationally-ranked team and I'm really proud of our kids,” said coach Joe Spallina in a news release.

Stony Brook doubled the Jays in shots (34 to 17) and caused 11 of JHU’s 20 turnovers.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 14, 2022, 04:51:36 pm
Solid rebound win after faltering at Northwestern.  Not to overlook the next two games, but the Princeton game is of vital importance with no automatic path in the AE and the selection committee’s putrid history seeding mid-major teams in the tourney. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 18, 2022, 09:05:59 pm
SB starting to pull away from Hofstra in the Battle for Long Island. Certainly not the cleanest performance but both teams played well on D. We hit a few pipes as well. Go SB.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on March 22, 2022, 01:11:57 am
so. lets talk about at-large bids.

Right now (today) there is absolutely no reason why the ladies would be denied an at-large? correct? they are doing pretty well so far. Beat princeton and roll through the AE and we are in?!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on March 22, 2022, 05:35:56 am
so. lets talk about at-large bids.

Right now (today) there is absolutely no reason why the ladies would be denied an at-large? correct? they are doing pretty well so far. Beat princeton and roll through the AE and we are in?!

One would think so. The problem I am seeing though is the SOS in the AE is so bad. The committee will take that into consideration.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 22, 2022, 09:34:52 am
yes, that, and the committee usually finds a way to protect the blue blood programs.  SB is just a party crasher, for now.

on the men's side- this year is unusual in how bad the bottom half of ACC and B1G is doing right now ("bad" meaning teams falling out of the top 20), and even, loyola, etc.  the IVY is very, very strong this year and might get 4 teams in.  but watch out for the fix, it's usually in.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 25, 2022, 09:10:09 am
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2022/3/24/together-we-transform-blog-together-we-transform-thursday-march-24-2022.aspx

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Women's Lacrosse Continues Winning Ways
 
The No. 5 women's lacrosse team has been dominant throughout their current three-game winning streak, outscoring No. 16 Johns Hopkins, Hofstra, and Brown by a combined score of 43-14.
 
With their only two losses of the season coming on the road against No. 3 Syracuse and No. 5 Northwestern, Joe Spallina's team is once again in position to make a strong run over the season's final weeks. Up next is Saturday's America East opener against Vermont at LaValle Stadium at 1 p.m. as the Seawolves look to win their 55th consecutive America East contest. The conference winning streak is currently the longest of any NCAA team in any sport. Let's keep it rolling on Saturday!


the ladies take on vermont tomorrow.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 25, 2022, 11:10:58 pm
even though it's silly to attempt to rank HS teams, here's some good news that we are signing some of the best: https://usalaxmagazine.com/high-school/girls/high-school-girls-lacrosse-preview-breaking-down-northeast-top-10

we have committed players from the top 3 northeast teams, and also the #9 team.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 26, 2022, 03:02:07 pm
sluggish start but dusted vermont (8-1) by a score of 14-4.

i think its 44 straight AE wins, going back to 2014, a one goal loss to vermont.  62-3 overall against the AE since 2012 (spallina's first season), or 95.4%.

the last AE contest that was even "close" arguably was beating uaLBAny 14-12, in 2017.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on March 28, 2022, 05:23:23 am
sluggish start but dusted vermont (8-1) by a score of 14-4.

i think its 44 straight AE wins, going back to 2014, a one goal loss to vermont.  62-3 overall against the AE since 2012 (spallina's first season), or 95.4%.

the last AE contest that was even "close" arguably was beating uaLBAny 14-12, in 2017.

That is a sick stat. I think the casual fan like myself forget how dominant this team has been the moment Spallina stepped at SBU. I did expect some level of greatness as he was a DII championship coach at Adelphi but this level of dominance I didn't expect back then

Tomorrow may be their last Top-20 game (#10 Princeton followed by #RV ASU) so I truly hope they beat the heck out of the Tigers
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on March 28, 2022, 07:53:49 am
sluggish start but dusted vermont (8-1) by a score of 14-4.

i think its 44 straight AE wins, going back to 2014, a one goal loss to vermont.  62-3 overall against the AE since 2012 (spallina's first season), or 95.4%.

the last AE contest that was even "close" arguably was beating uaLBAny 14-12, in 2017.

That is a sick stat. I think the casual fan like myself forget how dominant this team has been the moment Spallina stepped at SBU. I did expect some level of greatness as he was a DII championship coach at Adelphi but this level of dominance I didn't expect back then

Tomorrow may be their last Top-20 game (#10 Princeton followed by #RV ASU) so I truly hope they beat the heck out of the Tigers

SB needs to win out the season to have any chance of getting an invite. In addition to winning out, they need to beat Princeton overwhelmingly to make an argument by the committee. If they still dont get that invite, then it goes to show how biased they are towards lower majors and how weak the AE really is. Going to the CAA is something that should have been done and pushed for a very long time ago.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 28, 2022, 08:17:39 am
and a related issue is- if they do get in, where will the seed be.  it's usually a few spots lower than most would agree it should be.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on March 28, 2022, 09:12:48 am
and a related issue is- if they do get in, where will the seed be.  it's usually a few spots lower than most would agree it should be.

True. Hopefully, they don't play the #1 seed, but I wouldn't put it past the committee.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Accelerator on March 28, 2022, 11:33:39 am
Their ranked opponents:

@ #4 Syracuse - L 11-12
@ #10 Florida - W 14-13
@ #3 Northwestern L 12-16
vs #20 Johns Hopkins W 16-5
@ #11 Princeton TBD

Using current ranks. Johns Hopkins needs to win out and any of our ranked opponents cannot take any bad losses to ruin the SOS.

Super suspicious how we could only get one to play at home, and it was the worst one. Does Spallina just like playing on the road to get a stronger win?
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 28, 2022, 11:40:46 am
my guess is there is so much that goes into scheduling that it's not as simple as just bringing teams into Lavalle. 

if i know anything about joe, he'd play a top 20 every single week.  not everyone wants to come to the island (with the threat of an L, I might add!).
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 28, 2022, 12:04:24 pm
also- got the headline (again) and the photo (again) and here are the updated polls:

(https://cdn.images.insidelacrosse.com/auto/0322/6241bb44111c1/900x600/6241bb44111c1.jpg)

#5 https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/wdi/polls/2022

#6 https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/jmus-statement-alters-nike-usa-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on March 29, 2022, 06:53:06 pm
LETS GO LADY SEAWOLVES. Minutes away from a battle @ #10 Princeton!

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 29, 2022, 07:13:29 pm
big game because they'll need this to make the case for the at large bid.

then again, they've already played (and won) bigger games this year.  and the year is young. 

good to be battle tested, GO SB

https://www.espn.com/watch/player/_/id/53113f26-533e-475e-9f51-c7069f88e0f4
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on March 29, 2022, 07:16:51 pm
Stony Brook with a strong start. 2-0 early!

LFG!!!!!!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on March 29, 2022, 07:36:26 pm
5-0 Stony Brook lead in the 2nd QTR
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 29, 2022, 07:47:10 pm
7 zip.

we might truly have a top 5 team (again).  ho hum.

of course, might not matter if we get seeded 8th...
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on March 29, 2022, 07:47:39 pm
Wow. What a start. It's looking like the ladies are gonna to lock this solid win tonight.

7-0 start
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 29, 2022, 08:06:38 pm
7 zip.

we might truly have a top 5 team (again).  ho hum.

of course, might not matter if we get seeded 8th...
Agreed.  These rankings unfortunately mean nothing when it comes to the selection committee and our tourney seeding. We need to close this Princeton game out strong.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 29, 2022, 08:23:18 pm
RPI looks good and this game, should we close it out true to form- should help. https://www.ncaa.com/rankings/lacrosse-women/d1/ncaa-womens-lacrosse-rpi
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 29, 2022, 09:20:37 pm
Another huge road win. Awesome.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 29, 2022, 09:21:59 pm
16-8 final

if only we werent so used to this: https://fanlax.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=349676#p349676
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on March 29, 2022, 11:04:59 pm
Tonight the ladies left no doubt they belong in the NCAA against #10 team in the land. They return home to play Arizona State which I'm confident should be another win in front of home crowd.

Baring an unlikely collapse in conference play the Seawolves should be seeded better than 8
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Accelerator on March 30, 2022, 12:55:28 am
https://www.ncaa.com/rankings/lacrosse-women/d1/ncaa-womens-lacrosse-rpi

If you go by RPI, Princeton was #4 (and then we just beat the crap out of them on the road!) So this was a huge win for us and as long as we take care of business in every other game as expected, a top 5 seed should be in the cards.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 30, 2022, 08:56:29 am
true.  of course the skeptics will find any excuse. 

this time, it's that it was cold (true), the IVY didnt play for 2 years (true), it was a weeknight (true), the IVY doesnt allow grad students (true).

it'll never be good enough.  even by 8 goals.

but the point is- the skeptics have the same mentality that the committee does.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 30, 2022, 09:38:40 am
If the team runs the table, we should be seeded in the #5-#7 range. However, we’ll be lucky if we get the #8 seed when the  “committee” gets through checking off its list of excuses that other teams were more deserving of higher seeds. I will  be shocked if this plays out any other way. Any single loss going forward will give the committee yet another excuse to not seed us at all.

That was a statement mid-week road win @Princeton last night regardless of how this all plays out.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 30, 2022, 09:50:07 am
that's exactly right.  they'll look at the last month and say "look at all the great teams X played, and SBU played against the America Least."  and then, focus on RPI, and find a way to put us at #8, so we play #1. 

its happened before.  a few times.

and then someone will say, just win, which is true, but why can't we just get a fair seed in the process.  is it because the N$AA rewards programs that put asses in seats???
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 30, 2022, 11:01:54 am
now the princeton game was because of the flu bug, SB running a zone defense, etc....
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 31, 2022, 12:07:11 pm
some recognition is nice- https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/2022-women-s-di-midseason-all-americans-grad-students-unc-and-bc-lead-the-way/59248

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Like that list, it's heavy on seniors and grad students, with only one player —Stony Brook's Ellie Masera— being an underclassman on the first team.

First Team
M   Ellie Masera   So.   Stony Brook

Third Team
M   Rayna Sabella   Gr.   Stony Brook
D   Claire Levy   So.   Stony Brook

Honorable Mention
A   Kailyn Hart   Jr.   Stony Brook
D   Haley Dillon   Gr.   Stony Brook
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on March 31, 2022, 02:51:47 pm
More reasons to be happy we are getting out of this bottom-dweller conference. Can't wait

My only wish is that the WLAX ladies don't also suffer the consequences of the AE Tournament ban. If they get in to the NCAAs I will be satisfied
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on April 02, 2022, 01:46:40 pm
16-4 whipping of Arizona State last night.  ;D

The ladies are now 8-2 and firmly in the NCAA at-large territory
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 04, 2022, 08:36:31 pm
RPI is currently 5.  most polls say 5, some say 6. https://www.ncaa.com/rankings/lacrosse-women/d1/ncaa-womens-lacrosse-rpi

of course, as we work through the AE schedule, that will drop.  by some stroke of irony, being out of the tournament doesnt drop our RPI.  do i have that right???

in any event, since 1/2/3 are all ACC teams, and thus some must lose, that's good for us. GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 05, 2022, 09:07:29 pm
Women's Lacrosse Bracketology: A Bevy of Unique Circumstances
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/womens-lacrosse-bracketology-a-bevy-of-unique-circumstances

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First off, Stony Brook and James Madison will act as bid thieves because their respective conferences prohibited them from their postseason tournaments. The America East rarely receives multiple bids, while the CAA is weaker than in past years. This week’s projection has two teams from each league.

Albany is the beneficiary of Stony Brook’s postseason ban, and they Great Danes might hold on to its undefeated conference record until the season finale against the Seawolves.

Stony Brook has wins over Princeton, Florida and Johns Hopkins to enhance the Seawolves’ No. 5 RPI rank.


PROJECTED BRACKET
Stony Brook, N.Y.
Bryant (NEC) at (5) Stony Brook
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 05, 2022, 09:16:08 pm
some more good ink today: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/midseason-staff-debate-best-player-moment-team-so-far-in-the-women-s-di-season/59298

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Midseason Staff Debate: Best Player, Moment, Team So Far in the Women's DI Season

Ellie Masera (Stony Brook, So.)

The energy that Ellie Masera brings is comparable to Tyrrell's. She pairs speed with finesse quite well, which makes her a headache for teams to defend. She currently leads Stony Brook in goals, points, ground balls, caused turnovers, and draw controls. Masera does it all for Stony Brook and most impressively she does it in the Seawolves' biggest games.  In the Seawolves' five matchups against ranked opponents, Masera produced 23 points and 34 draw controls.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 06, 2022, 03:17:25 pm
Taylor's Takes: My Way-Too-Early Elite Eight
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/taylors-takes-my-way-too-early-elite-eight

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Stony Brook (8-2)

With Stony Brook not able to compete for an American East title, the Seawolves will have to wait for the NCAA selection show to see if they earn an at-large bid (which they should). The Seawolves dropped games to Syracuse and Northwestern early on in the season but have also secured big wins against Florida and Princeton that will help their chances with seeding. Stony Brook will be a tough team to compete against in the NCAA tournament because of its tricky zone defense and unwavering belief in itself. Similarly to Loyola, though, their last few games are not as strong as their first few, and the Seawolves will have to remain disciplined so there won’t be a shock come NCAA tournament time.

TAYLOR’S TOP 10
1. North Carolina
2. Boston College
3. Northwestern
4. Syracuse
5. Maryland
6. Loyola
7. Duke
8. Stony Brook
9. Denver
10. Princeton
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on April 06, 2022, 05:01:54 pm
Taylor's Takes: My Way-Too-Early Elite Eight
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/taylors-takes-my-way-too-early-elite-eight

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Stony Brook (8-2)

With Stony Brook not able to compete for an American East title, the Seawolves will have to wait for the NCAA selection show to see if they earn an at-large bid (which they should). The Seawolves dropped games to Syracuse and Northwestern early on in the season but have also secured big wins against Florida and Princeton that will help their chances with seeding. Stony Brook will be a tough team to compete against in the NCAA tournament because of its tricky zone defense and unwavering belief in itself. Similarly to Loyola, though, their last few games are not as strong as their first few, and the Seawolves will have to remain disciplined so there won’t be a shock come NCAA tournament time.

TAYLOR’S TOP 10
1. North Carolina
2. Boston College
3. Northwestern
4. Syracuse
5. Maryland
6. Loyola
7. Duke
8. Stony Brook
9. Denver
10. Princeton
This is exactly how I anticipate the farce that is the “selection committee” will seed us if we win out.  There is nothing Way-too-early or shocking about Taylor”s take. (Whoever that is).
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 07, 2022, 07:49:54 pm
another headline:

An Accelerated Learning Curve Has Stony Brook Firing at the Right Time
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/an-accelerated-learning-curve-has-stony-brook-firing-at-the-right-time

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Disappointed with their first half play against Northwestern, the Seawolves turned it into motivation. Stony Brook has played fiery, overwhelming first halves against every opponent they’ve faced since, never once trailing at the half. Powered by these strong starts, the Seawolves have gone a 6-0 since their loss to the Wildcats — including victories over ranked opponents Johns Hopkins and Princeton.

Coach Joe Spallina said Stony Brook’s offensive consistency throughout entire games — not just those dominant starts — has been central to success. Decreasing turnovers, winning more ground ball battles, making smart decisions and growing more comfortable on the field have contributed to the team’s success as well, he said.

Spallina called the America East’s decision “pathetic,” saying it isn’t in the interest of student-athletes. So, Stony Brook has operated somewhat like an independent this season, he said, focusing on picking up ranked wins and securing a strong RPI. It’s also pushed the team to stay in the moment each day.

“I say this all the time: be where our feet are,” Spallina said. “We can’t be looking down the road [from] here. We’ve got to be where our feet are and maximize every day that we have, and just keep getting better.”

(https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/sites/default/files/images/articles/ellie-masera-stony-brook-rich-barnes.jpg)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on April 08, 2022, 10:01:02 pm
Here we going with the b.s top 8 predictions from the media. ugh
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Accelerator on April 08, 2022, 11:39:31 pm
We have the Gonzaga problem where playing conference games, no matter how much we win by, hurts our RPI. The best thing to do is boycott the regular season and just play non-cons lol
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on April 09, 2022, 08:27:09 am
RPI may drop with conference play but if they win every conference game by 10 or more goals, the selection committee will notice.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 09, 2022, 04:31:38 pm
17-2 ladies over UNH and the third isnt even over.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 12, 2022, 12:09:39 pm
Women's Lacrosse Bracketology: Six Teams Vying for Two National Seeds
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/womens-lacrosse-bracketology-six-teams-vying-for-two-national-seeds

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The top of our S-Curve, which determines the order the 29 teams will be placed into, is pretty well sorted out already. North Carolina, Boston College, Northwestern and Syracuse occupy the top four spots, in that order, with easy sorting. UNC beat the following three teams, BC’s only loss is to the Tar Heels and Northwestern beat the Orange.

Where the questions come into place are the next four seeds. Two teams seem to be locks for these as of now — Stony Brook and Maryland. One could make a case that the Terps should be ahead of the Seawolves, but a superior RPI and SOS are keeping SBU ahead for now.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 13, 2022, 12:14:17 pm
masera gets a mention as a top ten favorite for the tewey award: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/slideshow/midseason-wdi-tewaaraton-watch/171?slide=4


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In a year full of graduate students and seniors dominating Division I, sophomore Ellie Masera has been a consistent force stepping up to her older competitors.  Masera currently leads the Seawolves in goals (40), points (51), and draw controls (66) while shooting a highly effective 81.4 SOG%.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 14, 2022, 12:40:29 pm
Rocky Point Ringer: Clare Levy an Unlikely Standout for Stony Brook
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/rocky-point-ringer-clare-levy-an-unlikely-standout-for-stony-brook

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Levy didn’t win any state titles in high school, and she didn’t play club lacrosse. She grew up in Rocky Point, a blue-collar Suffolk County hamlet New York City folks pass through on their way to pick pumpkins in the Hamptons each October.

Enter Joe Spallina, who grew up in Rocky Point and coached the girls’ team to three Suffolk County titles before joining the college ranks. His brother, Dan, coached Levy during her freshman season at Rocky Point High School and gave him a heads up about a diamond-in-the-rough midfielder. She may have lacked a brag sheet, but her Rocky Point roots meant something to Spallina.

It was good news for Levy, who had her sights set on Stony Brook and only Stony Brook. Staying close to home was important to her, but it was more than that. Even as a kid, she exuded the Seawolves’ brand of grit and determination. She wasn’t a future blue-chip, but she did have a chip on her shoulder.

“Growing up, in every sport I played, parents always came up to me and said, ‘You’re a Stony Brook kid. Have you ever thought about Stony Brook?’” Levy recalled. “That is what drew me at first: ‘Stony Brook kid.’ It means so much. It means you are blue collar and hardworking. You don’t look for credit. You play the game because you love the game. “

For the next three months, Levy became the first — and only — person who could defend All-American midfielder Ally Kennedy in practice. (Kennedy respects Levy so much that she still hits her up to practice before U.S. national team training.) She started all 19 games at defense as a freshman, causing 25 turnovers, landing a spot on the America East second-team and helping Stony Brook push UNC to the brink in a 14-11 quarterfinal loss last May.

Stony Brook’s defense is holding opponents to an average of 7.27 goals per game, the fewest in the country. Levy has once again started every game — something Spallina doesn’t anticipate changing over the next two-and-a-half years.

“We have the No. 1 scoring defense in the country, and she’s a big part of that,” Spallina said. “She does such a good job of disrupting the top of offenses. Most of the time, a super athlete lacks the ability to think a game, and a kid who can think a game lacks the ability to match athletically with some players. That’s where I think she is different.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 18, 2022, 12:16:53 pm
as predicted, here comes the slide, after an AE win:

IL #6 (down from 5) https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/polls

LM #7 (down from 6): https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/duke-makes-major-leap-in-nike-usa-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on April 18, 2022, 12:19:22 pm
as predicted, here comes the slide, after an AE win:

IL #6 (down from 5) https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/polls

LM #7 (down from 6): https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/duke-makes-major-leap-in-nike-usa-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20

How low can they go, #10?

Just one more reason why for years SBU needed to get out of the AE for all sports. It's the bottom dweller, low major conference in D1
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Accelerator on April 18, 2022, 02:54:33 pm
That's amazing, we win 16-1 and still drop a spot.

We're really like Gonzaga, just playing glorified scrimmages for a whole month while the other top 10 teams play real schedules. If only it were easier to become a Big Ten affiliate in one sport only, or something like that
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on April 18, 2022, 04:24:46 pm
Duke knocking off BC over the weekend made this current slide inevitable.  Our strength of schedule in the second half of the season is hurting us as well. We will be fortunate to get a tourney seed (#7 or #8) when the selection “committee” goes through its usual process. However, being an unseeded at-large is a real possibility. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Redwyn on April 18, 2022, 04:43:49 pm
Duke knocking off BC over the weekend made this current slide inevitable.  Our strength of schedule in the second half of the season is hurting us as well. We will be fortunate to get a tourney seed (#7 or #8) when the selection “committee” goes through its usual process. However, being an unseeded at-large is a real possibility.

I don't think we have to sound alarms just yet. Yale just entered the top 25 in time for us to play them in a few weeks.

I think we'll be ok.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on April 18, 2022, 05:08:48 pm
Duke knocking off BC over the weekend made this current slide inevitable.  Our strength of schedule in the second half of the season is hurting us as well. We will be fortunate to get a tourney seed (#7 or #8) when the selection “committee” goes through its usual process. However, being an unseeded at-large is a real possibility.

I don't think we have to sound alarms just yet. Yale just entered the top 25 in time for us to play them in a few weeks.

I think we'll be ok.
Don’t get me wrong, we are deserving of a 6-7 seed but the committee has history of discounting the program. I hope I am incorrect this time around.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: KFERMINNY on April 18, 2022, 06:40:21 pm
As I said on the Sports Section— the commitee has established precedent dropping great SBU teams [AE tax]. Id be stunned if this team remained in the top-8 unless they win by 20 from this point forward
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 19, 2022, 07:04:53 pm
RPI is currently 6: https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/bracketology-winners-losers-and-difficult-decisions-that-loom

after pasting binghamton 18-3 on the road, it should fall.  SoS is 25.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Accelerator on April 19, 2022, 11:04:03 pm
Do the computers expect us to win 25-3? Ridiculous.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 20, 2022, 08:35:55 am
true, but regardless of where we land RPI-wise (the computer, that is) i think the committee has a manual override where they can adjust the seeds, not solely based on RPI. 

for example, the travel rule, which i think is unseeded teams match at <250 miles , can move around seedings.  on the men's side this usually impacted denver and ND, because few teams were in the vicinity and the NCAA wanted to reduce flights.  or something like that.

the women's side has much more teams out west.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on April 20, 2022, 12:34:47 pm
Do the computers expect us to win 25-3? Ridiculous.
Problem is that RPI is not based on margin of victory, unlike other rating systems like Sagarin. If margin of victory is going to help wlax, the committee will have to see it and reward it.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 21, 2022, 02:55:39 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2022/4/21/womens-lacrosse-masera-selected-as-to-25-woman-tewaaraton-nominee-list.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on April 22, 2022, 05:47:56 pm
So the Duke women upset #2 BC and then get their doors blown off by #1 UNC. Not even competitive.  Dunno if this helps us in any way (doubtful). But a #5 should not lose in such fashion to any team on any field. Then again, is UNC finally putting it all together and just going to roll to a national title?

It also makes the #8 seed come tourney time very undesirable in terms of a shot at making final 4 weekend.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 25, 2022, 12:21:17 pm
stayed at #6, despite #3 cuse losing to #2 BC, probably because we lost HTH to cuse https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/wdi/polls/2022

stayed at #7, with duke still in front, losting to #1 UNC 18-4 https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/nos-2-6-shuffle-in-nike-usa-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20

a nice matinee today hosting yale...
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on April 25, 2022, 12:44:22 pm
stayed at #6, despite #3 cuse losing to #2 BC, probably because we lost HTH to cuse https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/wdi/polls/2022

stayed at #7, with duke still in front, losting to #1 UNC 18-4 https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/nos-2-6-shuffle-in-nike-usa-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20

a nice matinee today hosting yale...
Yale has a top 25 RPI so a convincing win might nudge SB up a spot
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 25, 2022, 12:54:46 pm
yes.  and note that duke didnt just lose, they got pasted.  thus, SOS is key, not necessarily close losses.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on April 25, 2022, 01:18:19 pm
Big game in a couple of hours. 3:30PM start from New Haven, CT. Our last TOP-25 opponent this season

Lets win big and leave no doubt! GO SEAWOLVES!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on April 25, 2022, 04:03:12 pm
Yale came to play today. We are Down 4-1 after one.  It’s early but SB needs to Wake up.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on April 25, 2022, 05:35:03 pm
12-9 lead now
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 25, 2022, 05:47:48 pm
14-9 with one min left
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on April 26, 2022, 10:49:37 am
Another solid road win @Yale after a slow start. On to Albany for the America East finale. Albany likes to play  physical (some might say“dirty”) style and I expect this on Saturday.  Spallina should have this team both mentally and physically prepared to counter Albany’s style of play.  If we can avoid another slow start, we should be able to take care of business and put the AE conference in the rearview mirror. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 26, 2022, 02:44:21 pm
RPI before Yale was 8.  hopefully moves up a bit as Yale was 25 and it's a victory.  uALbAnY was 37. https://www.ncaa.com/rankings/lacrosse-women/d1/ncaa-womens-lacrosse-rpi
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 27, 2022, 08:29:37 am
RPI still 8. https://usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/bracketology-crowded-scene-on-the-women%E2%80%99s-lacrosse-bubble

that link above, and this one below both project a 6 seed: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/2022-ilwomen-bracketology-acc-uncertainty-opening-up-opportunities-for-new-faces/59467
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 27, 2022, 12:11:32 pm
Beyond the Basics: Analyzing the Tewaaraton Award Top 25 Nominees
usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/beyond-the-basics-analyzing-the-tewaaraton-award-top-25-nominees

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To make the list as an offensive player, you have to be a great finisher or a great distributor (although some players have been both). In the finisher group, Isabella Peterson, Charlotte North and Ellie Masera stand out.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 27, 2022, 03:23:47 pm
zapolski on sportscenter top ten: https://www.instagram.com/tv/Cc0VMu-Fe3D/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 29, 2022, 10:22:37 pm
so this will be interesting- cuse is down to uva in the third.  if they lose- that'll be 5 losses, and 2 in a row- i wonder if they fall in the polls.  something to keep an eye on. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on April 30, 2022, 09:42:34 pm
so this will be interesting- cuse is down to uva in the third.  if they lose- that'll be 5 losses, and 2 in a row- i wonder if they fall in the polls.  something to keep an eye on.
So UVA does in fact top Cuse and Notre Dame clips Duke in the ACC quarters. Do both teams now drop?  It will definitely be interesting to see how it all shakes out.

SB dominated Albany today, claimed another regular season title and says goodbye to the AE conference.  In post game interview, Spallina stated with certainty that SB will “host a first round game” in the NCAA tourney. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 01, 2022, 01:15:34 pm
SBU closes the AE with a dominant win over UA.

I dont remember the last time SB WLAX lost a league game
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 01, 2022, 04:10:07 pm
SBU closes the AE with a dominant win over UA.

I dont remember the last time SB WLAX lost a league game
It will be interesting to see how long the streak continues in CAA play.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 01, 2022, 08:19:51 pm
i forget the details but it's gotta be 80 games.  in the past ten years its something like 90-3.  i did the research and found that in the victories, only a handful were within a few goals. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 02, 2022, 01:14:40 pm
USL +2 to #5 https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/first-bid-thief-emerges-in-nike-usa-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20

IL stayed at #6 https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/polls

RPI is #7 https://www.ncaa.com/rankings/lacrosse-women/d1/ncaa-womens-lacrosse-rpi



this week, maryland could lose to hopkins.  also NW plays rutgers, though they won by 8 already.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 02, 2022, 01:15:46 pm
Athletes Unlimited to Play 2022 Lacrosse Season at USA Lacrosse
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/pro/athletes-unlimited/athletes-unlimited-to-play-2022-lacrosse-season-at-usa-lacrosse

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Ally Kennedy
Midfield
Stony Brook


Representing the USA will be Sam Apuzzo, Dempsey Arsenault, Becca Block, Lizzie Colson, Meg Douty, Ally Kennedy, Marie McCool, Kylie Ohlmiller and Caylee Waters.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 02, 2022, 03:30:24 pm
USL +2 to #5 https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/first-bid-thief-emerges-in-nike-usa-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20

IL stayed at #6 https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/polls

RPI is #7 https://www.ncaa.com/rankings/lacrosse-women/d1/ncaa-womens-lacrosse-rpi



this week, maryland could lose to hopkins.  also NW plays rutgers, though they won by 8 already.


I know it sounds crazy - but with how weak the AE is I'm actually glad we are not playing the AE Tournament. Our RPI is winning by simply not playing bad teams again.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 02, 2022, 05:19:24 pm
USL +2 to #5 https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/first-bid-thief-emerges-in-nike-usa-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20

IL stayed at #6 https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/polls

RPI is #7 https://www.ncaa.com/rankings/lacrosse-women/d1/ncaa-womens-lacrosse-rpi



this week, maryland could lose to hopkins.  also NW plays rutgers, though they won by 8 already.


I know it sounds crazy - but with how weak the AE is I'm actually glad we are not playing the AE Tournament. Our RPI is winning by simply not playing bad teams again.

Fact!!!!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 03, 2022, 02:33:41 pm
Bracketology: Selection Committee Sheds Clues on How Bracket Will Shake Out
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/bracketology-selection-committee-sheds-clues-on-how-bracket-will-shake-out

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What this tells us is this: the “body of work” mantra is truly at work because the significance of your wins matters as much as your head-to-head results. Case in point: Florida was slotted ahead of Stony Brook. The Seawolves beat the Gators this year, but the Gators took down Syracuse, while Stony Brook lost to the Orange. Significant wins will matter.

Stony Brook is idle this weekend and was revealed as the No. 7 seed in last week’s projection by the selection committee. Unless a major dip in the RPI takes place, the Seawolves seem certain to host the opening rounds …
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: KFERMINNY on May 03, 2022, 03:19:49 pm
60 straight AE wins & a conference record of 62-2 since 2012
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 03, 2022, 07:36:59 pm
Bracketology: Selection Committee Sheds Clues on How Bracket Will Shake Out
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/bracketology-selection-committee-sheds-clues-on-how-bracket-will-shake-out

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While it’s nice to finally see the committee explaining some of its thought process before bracket is actually released (transparency), the Florida/Stony Brook explanation in the article is sort of splitting hairs. Another aspect I completely disagree with separate from this article is the committees rule that it makes every effort to avoid regular season rematches and conference opponents in the FIRST round when deciding where to slot/group teams throughout the bracket. I personally think the committee is overstepping here and manipulating first round matchups for an unjustifiable reason.  Just Rank all tourney  teams based on merit, slot them accordingly  and let the rest play out on its own.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 04, 2022, 02:30:38 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2022/5/4/five-major-award-winners-highlight-14-all-conference-selections-for-sixth-ranked-womens-lacrosse.aspx

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Kailyn Hart (Attacker of the Year), Ellie Masera (Midfielder of the Year), Haley Dillon (Defender of the Year), Charlie Campbell (Goalkeeper of the Year) and Joe Spallina (Coach of the Year) highlighted five of the six America East major award winners. The first four were also honored on the league's All-Conference First Team and were joined by Kyla Zapolski and Clare Levy. Jaden Hampel, Rayna Sabella and Ella Whitehouse earned Second Team All-Conference honors, while Molly LaForge and Alex Fusco both earned All-Rookie honors. Siobhan Rafferty joined Campbell and Sabella on the league's All-Academic squad.


https://americaeast.com/documents/2022/5/3//22_AE_WLax_all_conference.pdf?id=8919
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 05, 2022, 08:42:17 am
brutal, but true: https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/fuel/dialed-in/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-thursday-may-5

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Stony Brook women’s lacrosse coach Joe Spallina with no love lost for the America East, which banned the Seawolves from postseason play due to the school’s impending departure to the CAA. “Chances are we’re going to have better competition in practice than we would have this weekend in the America East tournament,” he told News 12 Long Island.



ouchy.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 05, 2022, 12:15:37 pm
USA Women to Play Athletes Unlimited at Stony Brook
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/senior-women/usa-women-to-play-athletes-unlimited-at-stony-brook

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The U.S. women’s national team will complete a three-day training camp in preparation for the 2022 World Lacrosse Women’s Championship with a public exhibition game against a team of players from Athletes Unlimited on Wednesday, June 8 at 7:30 p.m. at Stony Brook University.

The U.S. roster also has a distinctive Long Island flavor with three players having graduated from Long Island high schools — Sam Apuzzo (West Babylon), Ally Kennedy (North Babylon) and Kylie Ohlmiller (Islip). Apuzzo went on to Boston College, winning the Tewaaraton Award in 2018. Kennedy and Ohlmiller both stayed home and earned All-America honors at Stony Book with Ohlmiller setting the NCAA record for career points at 498. Stony Brook head coach Joe Spallina is also an assistant coach for the U.S. women’s team, which is led by North Carolina head coach Jenny Levy.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 06, 2022, 09:50:23 pm
rutgers is up 9-3 on NW in the third.  though, even if NW loses, they likely wont drop enough to go below SB, especially with the head to head. https://scarletknights.com/sidearmstats/wlax/summary
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 07, 2022, 05:49:21 pm
its coming.  florida, denver, rutgers, princeton, and loyola all win.  and win big. https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/scores

there'll be no benefit to the BC/UNC game either.  RPI currently 8.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 08, 2022, 09:07:00 pm
selection show coming up.  in the meantime: https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/bracketology-seeding-decisions-at-large-bubble-rife-with-debate

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As we’ve mentioned before, the quality of winning is very important. Most people, even this bracketologist, were surprised to see Florida garner a No. 6 seed in a committee projection just two weeks ago ahead of two teams that it lost to, Stony Brook and Loyola.

Since then, all three teams have been undefeated and Florida’s RPI has jumped to No. 5, while Stony Brook’s has slipped to No. 8 and Loyola crept to No. 10. Head-to-head is just one of five primary criteria to rank teams.

Enter Rutgers, which just dismantled Northwestern in the Big Ten semifinals on Friday night. The Scarlet Knights have the No. 7 RPI and now have a marquee win that’s even better than Florida’s. It’s right to place them as the national No. 6 seed, thus Stony Brook or Loyola will be left out.

Stony Brook appears to be in either the No. 7 or 8 slot. Supporters won’t like to hear this, but the Seawolves are hanging on to the final national seed despite a quality win over Florida …



RPI is 9: https://www.ncaa.com/rankings/lacrosse-women/d1/ncaa-womens-lacrosse-rpi
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 08, 2022, 09:39:23 pm
SB is 8 hosting drexel, future CAA rival.  other pod is Rutgers vs St. Joes.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 08, 2022, 09:57:07 pm
Tough draw here. Rutgers and Drexel are both good teams and as I expected (8 seed), will put us up against UNC yet again in a potential quarterfinal match. Very tough road as UNC looks unstoppable this year.  Drexel and Rutgers will be no cake walk either.

Also, Shouldn’t we at least have the more favorable matchup as the hosting #8 seed at home?? I’d think we should be playing  St. Joseph’s while Rutgers and Drexel duke it out?  Gotta love this selection committee and all its wisdom.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 08, 2022, 10:05:03 pm
agreed.  LC jumped us but hard to argue with the season they've had.

sure, UNC looks unstoppable, but is there an argument that there isnt that much of a difference between 6, 7, and 8?  if youre lucky enough to win 2 games you take on BC and/or Maryland.  i dunno. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 09, 2022, 12:01:59 pm
final IL poll #7 https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/wdi/polls/2022

final USL poll #4 https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/rutgers-up-2-spots-in-nike-usa-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20

final RPI #8 https://www.ncaa.com/rankings/lacrosse-women/d1/ncaa-womens-lacrosse-rpi

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 09, 2022, 02:03:48 pm
This crappy conference man. WE ARE OUT!!!!!

Lets make the best out of this NCAAs Spallina. Get them girls rolling deep!

Next year we'll be in a better CAA Conference!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 09, 2022, 04:50:27 pm
https://twitter.com/stonybrookwlax/status/1523729560042450946?s=21
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 09, 2022, 08:33:09 pm
12pm game friday, followed by rutgers/st. joe's. https://news.stonybrook.edu/university/womens-lacrosse-seeded-8th-in-ncaa-tourney-to-host-first-two-rounds/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 10, 2022, 12:06:38 pm
NCAA says 12:30PM

Seawolves schedule says 3PM?


So. What's the deal? who got it right?
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 10, 2022, 12:11:04 pm
i dunno.  maybe they swapped the games?  i sympathize because they have to get these together in short order, so i try to be patient...
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 10, 2022, 12:23:46 pm
i dunno.  maybe they swapped the games?  i sympathize because they have to get these together in short order, so i try to be patient...

Nevermind. The NCAA adjusted the schedule.

Seawolves play @ 3PM followed by the second game
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 10, 2022, 12:26:30 pm
Women's DI Bracket Snubs, Surprises: Arizona State Out, Stony Brook's Seed
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/women-s-di-bracket-snubs-surprises-arizona-state-out-stony-brook-s-seed/59594

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Surprises
Stony Brook’s Questionable Seed
It's a yearly story: the Stony Brook Seawolves getting a lower seed than what many believe they deserve. 

Stony Brook faced seven ranked opponents through the course of the season, falling to Northwestern and Syracuse. It would be expected they would be seeded behind those teams. 

They did, however, beat Florida, who received the seventh seed ahead of the Seawolves. When comparing the primary criteria between the two teams, here’s how it breaks down: 

When evaluating the RPI, Florida ranks fifth compared to Stony Brook at No. 8.

We’d already mentioned the head-to-head criteria being in favor of the Seawolves, but another key component is analysis of significant wins and losses. 

Florida’s quality wins came against Syracuse, Arizona State, and Jacksonville.  Comparatively the Seawolves tallied ranked wins against Johns Hopkins, Princeton, Arizona State, and Yale. Neither team dropped a game to an unranked opponent.

The final aspect of the primary criteria would be an evaluation of the 10 highest-rated teams on each school’s schedule, defined by two components: strength of schedule and winning percentage. Here’s where it seems that the committee made their decision. Stony Brook failed to score a win against a team as highly ranked Syracuse, which in this case seemed to be the key difference, combined with RPI when choosing the order of top eight. 

short version- florida beat cuse; we didnt.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 10, 2022, 05:46:58 pm
USA Lacrosse Magazine Announces Division I Women's All-Americans
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/usa-lacrosse-magazine-announces-division-i-womens-all-americans-0

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FIRST TEAM
M — Ellie Masera, Stony Brook

SECOND TEAM
D — Clare Levy, Stony Brook

THIRD TEAM
M — Rayna Sabella, Stony Brook

HONORABLE MENTION
A — Kailyn Hart, Stony Brook
D — Haley Dillon, Stony Brook
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 11, 2022, 02:57:25 pm
Ellie Masera Reflects on 2022 on 'The Stick Drop' Podcast
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/podcast/women/ellie-masera-reflects-on-2022-on-the-stick-drop-podcast

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Ellie Masera has burst onto the scene as potentially the next great goal scorer for Stony Brook women's lacrosse. She's a lightning bolt on the lacrosse field and is learning from greats like Ally Kennedy.

Masera has been through plenty in 2022, including a house fire that destroyed her family's home, but she's looking forward as the Seawolves head into the NCAA tournament.

She spoke with Sheehan Stanwick Burch about the America East, why she's proud of her height and why she loves Stony Brook. You can listen on Apple and Spotify today.


worth noting- i think this is (technically) the first time SB won an at-large bid, of course, because it couldnt compete for the AE, and also, always won the AQ.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 12, 2022, 08:58:48 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2022/5/12/three-first-team-selections-highlight-iwlca-mid-atlantic-all-region-honorees.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 12, 2022, 09:34:03 pm
2022 Women's DI NCAA First Round Preview: Who Will Keep Dancing?
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/2022-women-s-di-ncaa-first-round-preview-who-will-keep-dancing-/59623

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Drexel vs. No. 8 Stony Brook
When: Friday, May 13, 3 p.m. ET
Where: Stony Brook, N.Y.
A future CAA matchup will write an early chapter on Long Island as Drexel heads east to face Stony Brook.
Drexel won the CAA championship off a title game overtime win over Towson, entering its second-ever NCAA Tournament.  All-CAA first-team midfielder Karson Harris (62G, 74DC) is Drexel’s all-time leading goals scorer and draw controls leader, while All-CAA second-team goalkeeper Zoe Bennett (50.1 SV %) in sixth in DI in save percentage.

Stony Brook, which has reached the NCAA Quarterfinals three times since 2017, earned an at-large berth and is riding a 12-game winning streak, not having lost since their clash with Northwestern on March 10.  The Seawolves rank first in DI in scoring defense with a paltry 6.69 goals allowed a game; meanwhile, AE Midfielder of the Year Ellie Masera (58G, 18A) and AE Attacker of the Year Kailyn Hart (57G, 14A) lead the offense.

(https://cdn.images.insidelacrosse.com/auto/0522/627d72997f282/900x600/627d72997f282.jpg)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 13, 2022, 09:10:51 am
Preview: Who UNC women's lacrosse might face in the NCAA Tournament
https://www.dailytarheel.com/article/2022/05/sports-unc-womens-lax-ncaa-tournament-preview-uva-usc-stony-brook

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No. 8 Stony Brook

If the Tar Heels advance past the second round, a quarterfinals matchup against the eighth-seeded Stony Brook Seawolves could be in the works.

If one word could be used to describe Stony Brook, it’d be defense. The Seawolves boast the top scoring defense in the country and have held 11 of their last 12 opponents to single-digit scoring.

Despite this, Stony Brook has struggled against stiffer competition and the team’s defensive success could be a product of competing in the America East Conference. Moreover, Stony Brook has failed to prove itself against highly ranked opponents, dropping games against No. 6 Syracuse, 12-11, and No. 4 Northwestern, 16-12.

Nonetheless, the Seawolves would look to rewrite its script composed earlier in the season if a match against top-ranked North Carolina was to occur.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 13, 2022, 11:43:08 am
GAMEDAY! LETS GO LADIES!!!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 13, 2022, 03:55:35 pm
7-2 SB just before half.  hart got a little dinged up and arline stepped right in.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 13, 2022, 05:12:42 pm
16-4 final.  play virginia next round.  CAA on notice. https://www.insidelacrosse.com/game/61150/2022
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 13, 2022, 05:15:35 pm
16-4 final.  play virginia next round.  CAA on notice. https://www.insidelacrosse.com/game/61150/2022

Girls look like top contenders in this game
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 13, 2022, 05:35:45 pm
correction; will play st. joe's / rutgers winner.  that game just started.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Accelerator on May 13, 2022, 05:41:26 pm
This was the CAA champion, the team of the improved competition that we're supposed to get next season. Okay.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 13, 2022, 07:14:53 pm
Rutgers is handling St. Joes and will be the matchup on Sunday. Our women looked really good today vs. Drexel.   Rutgers is no slouch and has some big time wins this season. It Should be a much more competitive game Sunday. If we bring our A game and avoid any sort of slow start, we are the more talented squad and should advance.  Go SB.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 13, 2022, 10:30:26 pm
this is old news but spallina has this team so tight.  they fight for each other like a gang.  press conference: https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2022/5/13/strong-second-half-powers-womens-lacrosse-to-ncaa-first-round-win-over-drexel.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 13, 2022, 11:31:50 pm
https://www.sbstatesman.com/2022/05/12/is-the-ncaa-selection-committee-underrating-stony-brook-womens-lacrosse/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 14, 2022, 04:15:57 pm
If that was the CAA champ... looks like it will business as usual next year. They will continue to be hunted down by the conference foes.

Great battle tomorrow between the Rutgers Scarlet Knights and the Stony Brook Seawolves!

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 14, 2022, 07:22:32 pm
If that was the CAA champ... looks like it will business as usual next year. They will continue to be hunted down by the conference foes.

Great battle tomorrow between the Rutgers Scarlet Knights and the Stony Brook Seawolves!
Actually JMU is best in the CAA and made it to the second round, so it will be a battle with them next season.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 14, 2022, 09:23:40 pm
If that was the CAA champ... looks like it will business as usual next year. They will continue to be hunted down by the conference foes.

Great battle tomorrow between the Rutgers Scarlet Knights and the Stony Brook Seawolves!
Actually JMU is best in the CAA and made it to the second round, so it will be a battle with them next season.
I believe JMU withdrew from the CAA conference. Which in part, is why we were offered and accepted an invitation to join the CAA next season. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: guest410 on May 15, 2022, 06:02:43 am
If that was the CAA champ... looks like it will business as usual next year. They will continue to be hunted down by the conference foes.

Great battle tomorrow between the Rutgers Scarlet Knights and the Stony Brook Seawolves!
Actually JMU is best in the CAA and made it to the second round, so it will be a battle with them next season.

JMU is moving to the SUN Belt at the beginning of July, and the CAA ruled they were ineligible for postseason play. They were the best regular-season team in the CAA this year, but Drexel won the tournament due to no JMU. Same situation as SBU and the AE, but JMU situation played out months earlier.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 15, 2022, 12:13:55 pm
3-0 in the first 4min. GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 15, 2022, 12:42:45 pm
Ladies down 1 in the 2nd. Plenty of game left. Not worried
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 15, 2022, 12:49:59 pm
unc is up 10-0 on uva, early 2nd Q.  just sayin...
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 15, 2022, 01:05:28 pm
unc is up 10-0 on uva, early 2nd Q.  just sayin...

UGHHH.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 15, 2022, 01:20:55 pm
7-7 tie early 3rd.

unc up 17-2.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 15, 2022, 01:39:32 pm
end of 3Q, 8-7 SB. 

campbell is absolutely crushing it. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 15, 2022, 02:10:13 pm
SB wins another playoff game, 11-7 over rutgers.  great job by the WUSB guys calling the game.  neiderman and berger on the playcall too, nice to get on espn.

campbell shut down rutgers all by herself in the second half.  all america level performance against a great offense.

unc wins over uva 24-2.  if i know spallina, this is exactly what he wants.  part of the plan. 

GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 15, 2022, 02:15:55 pm
As expected, a hard fought battle but we took care of business. On to Chapel Hill!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 15, 2022, 02:18:25 pm
SB wins another playoff game, 11-7 over rutgers.  great job by the WUSB guys calling the game.  neiderman and berger on the playcall too, nice to get on espn.

campbell shut down rutgers all by herself in the second half.  all america level performance against a great offense.

unc wins over uva 24-2.  if i know spallina, this is exactly what he wants.  part of the plan. 

GO SB
They called a great game today. Top-notch broadcasting
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 16, 2022, 11:02:25 am
Clutch Defense Leads Seawolves Past Rutgers
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/ncaa-second-round-all-eight-seeds-advance-sailer-s-fairytale-career-comes-to-an-end/59656



Seawolves Roll Through NCAA Women’s Lacrosse Opening Rounds
https://news.stonybrook.edu/university/seawolves-roll-through-ncaa-womens-lacrosse-opening-rounds/



Campbell Locks In, Leads Stony Brook in Gritty 11-7 Win Over Rutgers
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/campbell-locks-in-leads-stony-brook-in-gritty-11-7-win-over-rutgers

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STONY BROOK, N.Y. — Charlie Campbell enjoyed a stellar career at the University of Virginia, leaving Charlottesville as one of the program’s all-time leaders in saves.

Campbell wanted to return to her roots. Campbell wanted to come home, which is why she transferred to Stony Brook as a graduate student.

It was for games like Sunday’s NCAA second round game against Rutgers.

“I loved my time at Virginia, but I wanted to go back to playing tough, gritty, Long Island lacrosse. It ain’t pretty, but it works,” Campbell said. “That’s what I wanted.”

“We’re ready for them,” said junior Kaitlyn Hart, who led the Seawolves with three goals Sunday. “They’re a great team there. They’ve been undefeated, so they’re due for a loss, and I think that’s going to be us, so we’re coming for them.”

The Scarlet Knights were among the leaders in the country in free position conversions this season, but they were 0-for-7 Sunday with Campbell being a big reason why.

And while the Tar Heels are undefeated and the top seed in the tournament, Stony Brook will not be intimidated when they arrive in Chapel Hill.

“Jenny [Levy] and I coach U.S. together. But for 60 minutes, we’re going to try and beat their ass. There’s no fear. Stony Brook will not touch foot on the North Carolina campus with an ounce of fear. We’re going there to win a lacrosse game. We’re not going to bend our knee. We’re not going to kiss the rings. We’re going to win a lacrosse game.”



Charlie Campbell helps Stony Brook women's lacrosse advance in NCAA Tournament
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-ncaa-tournament-campbell-rs9pjg79

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Stony Brook plays in its fourth national quarterfinals in the last five years but has never advanced to the semifinals.Spallina said they have “immense” respect for North Carolina, but enter the game with confidence. North Carolina is 19-0.

The Seawolves’ players have echoed their coach’s confidence.“We’re ready for them,” Hart said. “They are a great team, they’ve been undefeated so they're due for a loss and I think that will be us. We’re coming for them.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 16, 2022, 04:58:31 pm
After watching the shellacking the Mavericks put on the Suns last night I suppose any upset is possible, but keeping it within two or three goals would be a victory for SB.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 16, 2022, 06:24:04 pm
D-I Women's Rewind: Observations and Analysis from Round 2
https://usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/d-i-womens-rewind-observations-and-analysis-from-round-2


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BEST GAME
Stony Brook grits out win against Rutgers.

On a day with no games decided by fewer than three goals, there wasn’t a clear-cut “best game.” But Stony Brook’s 11-7 win over Rutgers showed considerable grit between two teams made up of similar character.

If lacrosse is a game of runs, then you can show this game for proof. Stony Brook scored the first three, then Rutgers scored the next four. Down 4-3, Stony Brook went on a four-goal run for a 7-4 lead.

Cassidy Spilis then tied it at 7 with 12:02 left in the third quarter. Stony Brook’s defense locked in from there, shutting out the Scarlet Knights the rest of the way and allowing the offense to score the game’s final four goals.


BEST INDIVIDUAL PERFORMANCES

Charlie Campbell, Stony Brook: A 12-save performance was exactly what Stony Brook needed out of its goalie against a gritty Rutgers team. Campbell was dominant, especially in a third quarter that let the Seawolves take a lead.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 17, 2022, 12:07:31 pm
Charlie Campbell Named USA Lacrosse Magazine D-I Women's Player of Week
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/charlie-campbell-named-usa-lacrosse-magazine-d-i-womens-player-of-week

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 18, 2022, 09:28:09 am
730pm game friday: https://www.fayobserver.com/story/sports/college/2022/05/18/watch-north-carolina-vs-stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-tv-livestream/9803447002/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 18, 2022, 12:13:44 pm
730pm game friday: https://www.fayobserver.com/story/sports/college/2022/05/18/watch-north-carolina-vs-stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-tv-livestream/9803447002/

No sir. Don't miss the game. the game is on THURSDAY @ 7:30PM! Primetime television on ESPNU.

LETS GOO!!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 18, 2022, 01:17:53 pm
i am very very grateful! GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 19, 2022, 09:25:19 am
NCAA Quarterfinals: North Carolina vs. Stony Brook — Complete, Versatile Personnel Clash
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/ncaa-quarterfinals-north-carolina-vs-stony-brook-complete-versatile-personnel-clash/59688

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No. 1. North Carolina vs. No. 8 Stony Brook
When: Thursday, May 19, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Chapel Hill, NC 
The Seawolves head to North Carolina to take on top-seeded Tarheels for the second straight quarterfinal game. Last year, Stony Brook nearly upset UNC, but Carolina closed out the last eight minutes with five straight goals to win 14-11. 

While Stony Brook has been on the doorstep of making its first NCAA Final Four in program history, North Carolina has been on the doorstep of winning its third National Championship. With the exception of 2020, Stony Brook has made the quarterfinals four of the past five seasons. Since the ‘Heels last National Championship in 2016, they’ve made it to Championship Weekend three times. 

It will be a tall task for Stony Brook to get past the ‘Heels, but if they pull off the perfect game there will be a few key players that will need to perform. 

Ellie Masera and Kailyn Hart are the offensive leaders for Stony Brook, totaling 85 and 78 points on the year respectively. While Masera has played midfield as a freshman and early in the season, she’s had more of a role on attack the spring. Despite only playing on two thirds of the field, Masera still manages to make an impact all over. She leads the team in draw controls (98) and is second in caused turnovers (18). Hart and Masera are a great tandem, as Masera’s athleticism allows her to get shots off by beating her player off the dodge and the left-handed Hart balances out the point of attack between Stony Brook’s two biggest threats. 

On the defensive end, the patented Stony Brook zone is sure to be on display against Carolina, with Haley Dillon serving as the biggest takeaway threat. The Seawolves do a great job of baiting attackers to make risky passes into the zone, where Dillon & Co. take advantage. 

Seawolves’ goalie Charlie Campbell is coming off a phenomenal second round performance against Rutgers, totaling 12 stops in the game. A Virginia transfer, Campbell is quite familiars with the shooters that she’ll be facing tomorrow night. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: KFERMINNY on May 19, 2022, 12:51:15 pm
Game is also being broadcasted on WUSB.FM
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 19, 2022, 03:21:12 pm
maryland pasted florida and BC is beating Loyola right now 9-4.  focus on UNC tonight!!!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 19, 2022, 05:23:01 pm
Yup. So far, two lopsided quarterfinal outcomes and Northwestern in early control of game 3.  Just further feeds the notion that perhaps we were seeded incorrectly. Florida getting clocked in a quarterfinal game. Wow.  Anywho, I really hope we can pull off what few believe Is possible and take down Goliath.  Go SB.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 19, 2022, 05:32:59 pm
cmon SB.  14-12 call the win!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 19, 2022, 08:18:58 pm
3-3 mid 2Q
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 19, 2022, 09:03:11 pm
end of 3, 6-5 heels
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 19, 2022, 09:38:14 pm
lost 8-5, great season ladies.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: KFERMINNY on May 19, 2022, 10:29:38 pm
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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 20, 2022, 08:22:34 am
Stony Brook women fall to North Carolina in NCAA lacrosse tourney
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/womens-college-lacrosse-dw0ymbr9

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The Stony Brook women’s lacrosse team challenged North Carolina in ways no other team has been able to this season. But it still wasn’t enough to hand the Tar Heels their first loss of the year.

Top-seeded North Carolina defeated No. 8 Stony Brook, 8-5, in the quarterfinals of the women’s lacrosse NCAA Tournament at North Carolina’s Dorrance Field in Chapel Hill Thursday evening.

North Carolina (20-0) plays No. 4 Northwestern in the semifinals May 27 in Baltimore. Stony Brook finishes 16-3 after falling in the quarterfinals for the fourth time in the last five seasons.

Stony Brook became just the second team this season to enter halftime with a lead over North Carolina, leading 4-3 at the intermission. The Seawolves also held North Carolina far below its scoring average of 17.6 goals per game entering the contest. The Tar Heels scored at least 20 goals in seven contests and posted at least 14 goals in each game.

Ellie Masera struck first for Stony Brook before North Carolina scored the next three goals of the contest. But the Seawolves scored the final three goals of the second quarter, including Siobhan Rafferty’s goal with 27 seconds left in the period to take a 4-3 advantage. Jaden Hampel scored two goals over 1:12 to tie the score at 3 for Stony Brook.

North Carolina scored the final four goals of the game, including Caitlyn Wurzburger’s goal with one second remaining in the third quarter to take a 6-5 lead.

Andie Aldave had three goals and an assist and Sam Geiersbach had two goals and an assist for North Carolina.

Masera and Hampel each had two goals for Stony Brook.


North Carolina Bests Scrappy Stony Brook, Advances to Championship Weekend
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/north-carolina-bests-scrappy-stony-brook-advances-to-championship-weekend

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CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — Throughout a season filled with double-digit victories and record-breaking performances, the North Carolina women’s lacrosse team seemed accustomed to only one familiarity — dominance.

But on Thursday night, playing on its home field in an NCAA quarterfinal bout against Stony Brook, the same team that led UNC by two goals late on the same stage a year ago, the Tar Heels were a little over one quafter away from all the accolades being for naught as the team trailed by a goal.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 20, 2022, 08:41:23 am
Great season.  This was the only competitive quarterfinal matchup. This program is so close. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Redwyn on May 20, 2022, 10:00:27 am
Spallina is PISSED

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x4V3HfseasE
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 20, 2022, 10:56:12 am
he's right of course.  the FPSs are just so unfair.

we did shoot into moreno's stick a lot but still, the ladies played really, really great.  picking off lanes in particular.  levy is fast in the open field.  hampel shows up in the big games- check the stats.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 20, 2022, 11:27:54 am
Spallina is PISSED

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x4V3HfseasE
He should be. We were seeded incorrectly. The 1 v. 8 was the only competitive quarterfinal game and the selection committee ought to be ashamed of itself. It goes out of its way to protect blue blood programs as though there is some built in heirarchy in womens college lacrosse that shall not be disrupted. 

I didn’t get to watch the game but Carolina was awarded 9 free position shots and we were awarded 1!?? And outs was at the end of the game.  I guess the refs threw us a bone once the game was out of reach?  Anyone who watches the womens game knows that the officiating is so inconsistent across the board.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 20, 2022, 11:54:40 am
yes, and in fact when we lost to BC in the quarters they got the same 9-1 advantage in FPSs.... in the fourth quarter alone.  if memory serves, i can check the stats...
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 20, 2022, 01:20:58 pm
ok i checked that claim- here's what i found in the "playoff era"- note these are all quarterfinals i think except maybe one:


2013: Maryland wins 11-3 https://stonybrookathletics.com/sports/womens-lacrosse/stats/2013/maryland/boxscore/4592
FPS: 6-4

2014: Cuse wins 13-6 https://stonybrookathletics.com/sports/womens-lacrosse/stats/2014/syracuse-university/boxscore/4613
FPS: 6-2

2015: Princeton 8-4 https://stonybrookathletics.com/sports/womens-lacrosse/stats/2015/no-11-12-princeton/boxscore/4633
FPS: 5-1

2016: Cuse wins 7-6 https://stonybrookathletics.com/sports/womens-lacrosse/stats/2016/syracuse/boxscore/4654
FPS: 5-0   *(in the BC victory the week before it was 4-1)

2017: Maryland wins 13-12 https://stonybrookathletics.com/sports/womens-lacrosse/stats/2017/maryland/boxscore/7385
FPS: 11-3

2018: BC wins 12-11 in double OT https://bceagles.com/sports/womens-lacrosse/stats/2018/stony-brook/boxscore/15671
FPS: 7-3

2019: Maryland wins 17-8 https://stonybrookathletics.com/sports/womens-lacrosse/stats/2019/maryland/boxscore/8902
FPS: 8-2

2021: UNC wins 14-11: https://stonybrookathletics.com/sports/womens-lacrosse/stats/2021/north-carolina/boxscore/10056
FPS: 7-6

2022: UNC wins 8-5 https://stonybrookathletics.com/boxscore.aspx?path=wlax&id=10536
FPS: 9-1


maybe it's our style of play i dunno... some years more egregious than others.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: sbu1991 on May 20, 2022, 03:11:04 pm
I don't claim to be an expert but almost every time a whistle blew it was in UNC's favor, and it's not like the game was a mismatch. SB was every bit as good, and when the teams are relatively even, you would think the calls would even out over the course of a game.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 20, 2022, 03:21:59 pm
I hope next year we can crack the QF curse. We did well. By far the best QF game out of the 4 played.

I wonder if joining the CAA will make a difference in respect. The CAA is better - but not that much better either. Maybe we start getting the 5th seed we have deserved as opposed to the 8th seed.

Nonetheless - we should be really proud of this team, of this amazing program Spallina has built. I don't want the guy to ever leave!!!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: OldSeawolf on May 20, 2022, 03:40:42 pm
Congrats on a great year, but I think I need to stop watching these big games, as I may be a jinx.  When I turned it on last night, we were ahead 5-4.  4 unanswered.

Although a great effort against the #1, we looked a little tired in the 4th.  I know Spallina is a first class coach in women's lacrosse, but a couple of F-bombs got through on ESPNU, and I thought his thumbs down moment, wasn't the classiest, whether it was justified or not.  I guess just a lot of frustration at that juncture, not getting over the Final 8 hump again.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 21, 2022, 06:10:37 am
I don't claim to be an expert but almost every time a whistle blew it was in UNC's favor, and it's not like the game was a mismatch. SB was every bit as good, and when the teams are relatively even, you would think the calls would even out over the course of a game.

There was definitely favoritism for UNC, for sure, But UNC players are bigger and stronger and a lot were faster.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 21, 2022, 06:13:19 am
Congrats on a great year, but I think I need to stop watching these big games, as I may be a jinx.  When I turned it on last night, we were ahead 5-4.  4 unanswered.

Although a great effort against the #1, we looked a little tired in the 4th.  I know Spallina is a first class coach in women's lacrosse, but a couple of F-bombs got through on ESPNU, and I thought his thumbs down moment, wasn't the classiest, whether it was justified or not.  I guess just a lot of frustration at that juncture, not getting over the Final 8 hump again.

I watched the entire game. Joe was getting frustrated because of all the fouls being called on SB and virtually none on USC. He was correct for speaking up. I also think he was still fired up because of the 8th seed and behind Florida. Even the commentators said multiple times SB got screwed by the committee.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 21, 2022, 10:12:44 am
I don't claim to be an expert but almost every time a whistle blew it was in UNC's favor, and it's not like the game was a mismatch. SB was every bit as good, and when the teams are relatively even, you would think the calls would even out over the course of a game.

There was definitely favoritism for UNC, for sure, But UNC players are bigger and stronger and a lot were faster.
UNC is the deepest team in the country in terms of overall talent. But, I disagree that any of these teams are just bigger and faster. SB produces All-Americans every year and we have a lot of speed.  We wouldn’t be a consistent top 10 program if we didn’t have the athletes Spallina recruits. The overall depth/talent at literally every position on the field is what sets UNC apart.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 21, 2022, 12:33:38 pm
if we won- or even if it was close- the excuses would be coming.  first it will be that they ran a zone.  then it will be that they cheated.  or there were fifth year covid seniors.
 or redshirts.  then it will be that unc's best player was hurt.  then it's SB was too physical.  and got too many free position shots.  or the goalie was just on fire.  or unc hit the pipe.  or unc had a goal taken away.  but it cant be what it is in reality.

of course, most of that is untrue.  they just played their hearts out and theyre a great team.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 22, 2022, 08:43:49 am
I don't claim to be an expert but almost every time a whistle blew it was in UNC's favor, and it's not like the game was a mismatch. SB was every bit as good, and when the teams are relatively even, you would think the calls would even out over the course of a game.

There was definitely favoritism for UNC, for sure, But UNC players are bigger and stronger and a lot were faster.
UNC is the deepest team in the country in terms of overall talent. But, I disagree that any of these teams are just bigger and faster. SB produces All-Americans every year and we have a lot of speed.  We wouldn’t be a consistent top 10 program if we didn’t have the athletes Spallina recruits. The overall depth/talent at literally every position on the field is what sets UNC apart.

Absolutely agree, but watching that game, I just notices that all of UNC players were huge, athletic, and quick. SB girls of course are consistently a top 5 team in the country
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 23, 2022, 01:29:00 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2022/5/23/womens-lacrosse-four-seawolves-selected-as-ilwomen-all-americans.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 26, 2022, 01:56:56 pm
IWLCA Announces 2022 Division I Women's All-American Teams
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/iwlca-announces-2022-division-i-womens-all-american-teams


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FIRST TEAM
M — Ellie Masera, Stony Brook



https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2022/5/26/womens-lacrosse-sophomore-sensation-masera-selected-as-first-team-all-american.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 31, 2022, 08:08:57 pm
final poll #5 https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/polls
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 01, 2022, 11:23:40 am
Breaking Down the Division I Women's Conference Landscape
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/breaking-down-the-division-i-womens-conference-landscape

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One of the teams replacing JMU in the CAA is Stony Brook, another power program looking for more while approaching the future the same as always. The Seawolves have dominated the America East, and although they might find similar success in the CAA, the competition will certainly be stiffer.

“It’s a new challenge. We needed to change,” Stony Brook coach Joe Spallina said. “It was time for us to refresh and go in a different direction. It’s not a secret, there are more CAA teams than America East teams in the NCAA tournament. We loved our time, but it’s time to raise the bar a little bit.”

One interesting question will be if the conference change coincides with a better postseason seeding than the Seawolves have experienced in the past. After all, JMU won the national title as a No. 3 seed — and as CAA champions. Spallina and the Seawolves, who are many times spurned come Selection Sunday, will take a wait-and-see approach.

“I don’t worry about it,” Spallina said. “It’s tough to trust what they do when they seed teams when there’s not a consistent criteria. … How many years in a row can we be under-seeded and outplay our seed before they seed us correctly? Look at the quarterfinals; the only close game was the 1-v-8 game [North Carolina-v-Stony Brook], and that’s supposed to be a blowout.”

How JMU and Stony Brook fare in their new homes will be must-follow storylines in 2023.



COLONIAL ATHLETIC
2023 Lineup: Delaware, Drexel, Elon, Hofstra, Monmouth, Stony Brook, Towson, William & Mary
In: Monmouth, Stony Brook
Out: James Madison

What it means: One national power replaces another in Stony Brook’s arrival and James Madison’s departure. The league also adds Monmouth for a compliment of eight squads in 2023. The CAA should be a two-bid league most seasons.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 08, 2022, 08:59:01 am
https://bronx.news12.com/usa-womens-lacrosse-team-practicing-in-stony-brook

https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/senior-women/long-time-coming-from-different-paths-us-women-reunite-at-stony-brook

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Kylie Ohlmiller has completed the 35-minute drive from her home in Islip, N.Y. to Stony Brook more times than she can count.
 
However, something about Monday’s trip to her alma mater had her feeling nostalgic. As she guided her Jeep Compass down Route 495, she passed by the PAL Sports Complex, where her Yellow Jackets club team once practiced. Ohlmiller built a foundation for her lacrosse career on those fields, which are still home to the Yellow Jackets.
 
“I passed by that and it hit me, I was like ‘Oh my god. Twelve or 13-year-old me used to go to practice and have these dreams of playing at the highest level,’” she said. “Then, I got to go down the road and play here at Stony Brook, which was a dream of itself. Now, it’s next level.”

Ohlmiller is one of two Stony Brook players on the U.S. roster, joining Ally Kennedy.

As a teenager, Kennedy starred at North Babylon and watched her sister play at Stony Brook. Her hometown wasn’t as much of a breeding ground for lacrosse talent — until the Kennedys came along.
 
Just two years after her Seawolves career ended, she was back at LaValle Stadium as a member of the national team. A dream fulfilled, indeed.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on June 08, 2022, 09:24:19 am
https://bronx.news12.com/usa-womens-lacrosse-team-practicing-in-stony-brook

https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/senior-women/long-time-coming-from-different-paths-us-women-reunite-at-stony-brook

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Kylie Ohlmiller has completed the 35-minute drive from her home in Islip, N.Y. to Stony Brook more times than she can count.
 
However, something about Monday’s trip to her alma mater had her feeling nostalgic. As she guided her Jeep Compass down Route 495, she passed by the PAL Sports Complex, where her Yellow Jackets club team once practiced. Ohlmiller built a foundation for her lacrosse career on those fields, which are still home to the Yellow Jackets.
 
“I passed by that and it hit me, I was like ‘Oh my god. Twelve or 13-year-old me used to go to practice and have these dreams of playing at the highest level,’” she said. “Then, I got to go down the road and play here at Stony Brook, which was a dream of itself. Now, it’s next level.”

Ohlmiller is one of two Stony Brook players on the U.S. roster, joining Ally Kennedy.

As a teenager, Kennedy starred at North Babylon and watched her sister play at Stony Brook. Her hometown wasn’t as much of a breeding ground for lacrosse talent — until the Kennedys came along.
 
Just two years after her Seawolves career ended, she was back at LaValle Stadium as a member of the national team. A dream fulfilled, indeed.

I would love to see Ohllmiller become the assistant coach for Joe Spalinna. I'd imagine Joe won't be the coach for SBU forever!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 08, 2022, 02:07:05 pm
Dialed In: Your Lacrosse Fix for Wednesday, June 8
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/fuel/dialed-in/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-wednesday-june-8

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Ally Kennedy and the U.S. women's national team take on Sydney Watson and the Athletes Unlimited pros in an exhibition tonight at Stony Brook.

1. The U.S. women’s national team concludes training camp at Stony Brook with an exhibition against Athletes Unlimited tonight — exactly three weeks out from the World Lacrosse Women’s Championship opener against Canada. The 7:30 p.m. (Eastern) game will be streamed live on usalacrosse.com.

Here’s a direct link to the USA-Athletes Unlimited stream. Sam Neidermann, the voice of Stony Brook athletics, will handle play-by-play duties and our own Beth Ann Mayer will handle color. The game will be dedicated to mental health awareness and will spotlight the nonprofit organization Morgan’s Message.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 08, 2022, 11:38:51 pm
Meet the 18 Members of the U.S. Women's National Team
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/senior-women/meet-the-18-members-of-the-us-womens-national-team

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ALLY KENNEDY
Remember when Stony Brook was supposed to recede after Kylie Ohlmiller and Courtney Murphy graduated? Yeah, that didn’t happen. Kennedy put the Seawolves on her back. “She’s like a pit bull,” Levy said. “Fast, shifty, tough. If we want to double-team in the middle of the field or off draws, she just picks up the ground balls. And she's an incredibly explosive player offensively.” In a testament to the numerous ways in which she can contribute, Kennedy ranks in the top 10 all-time at Stony Brook for goals, assists, points, ground balls, draw controls and caused turnovers.

KYLIE OHLMILLER
For her part, Ohlmiller saw plenty of zone sets from her own defense at Stony Brook. The all-time leading scorer in NCAA history (498 points), she’s the only pure lefty on attack, though Treanor operates seamlessly on that side as well. Ohlmiller said the Athletes Unlimited experience helped her learn how to play with different attack mates, including those with whom she will suit up in Towson.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 09, 2022, 10:27:11 am
USA Shines in Athletes Unlimited Exhibition Before Home Crowd
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/senior-women/usa-shines-in-athletes-unlimited-exhibition-before-home-crowd

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The U.S. defeated a team of talented players from Athletes Unlimited 15-8 before a spirited crowd of 2,250 spectators at Stony Brook’s Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium.

The U.S. ripped off five straight goals in the fourth quarter, two of them by Stony Brook alum Kylie Ohlmiller who was playing on her home turf, to pull away.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 10, 2022, 09:20:31 am
5 Takeaways from the U.S. Women's 15-8 Win Over Athletes Unlimited
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/senior-women/5-takeaways-from-the-us-womens-15-8-win-over-athletes-unlimited

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The 2,250 fans got what they came to see. Former Stony Brook stars Ally Kennedy and Kylie Ohlmiller scored for old time’s sake, and Charlotte North was, well, Charlotte North.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 13, 2022, 04:58:25 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2022/6/13/three-incoming-womens-lacrosse-athletes-selected-as-dellecave-award-nominees.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 23, 2022, 05:56:18 pm
U.S. Women's Sixes: Swart's Two-Sport Year, Petty on Building a Team
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/sixes/us-womens-sixes-swarts-two-sport-year-petty-on-building-a-team

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MASERA READY TO COMPETE
Ellie Masera admits she hasn’t traveled too far away from the Eastern Seaboard and her hometown of Eastport, N.Y.

The sophomore who plays close to home at Stony Brook will venture out next month for the World Games in Birmingham, Alabama. Fresh off scoring 67 goals and dishing out 20 assists for the Seawolves, Masera was added to the 12-player roster for the U.S. women’s Sixes team.

“It’s such an honor to play with such talented girls,” Masera said. “I got the call and I was grateful because I’m really close with a lot of these girls. Sixes is such a middie game and half our team is middies, so it’s nice to go up and down. The fast breaks are so awesome and fun to watch.”

Just shy of her 20th birthday, Masera is already getting a chance to play for a gold medal with a U.S. national team. She has a rare opportunity, but she also has an eye for the bigger picture.

“To be in [Alabama] together and win gold would be amazing,” she said. “Winning gold would mean so much in future years, because we’re hoping to get into the Olympics with Sixes. There’s a bigger goal of growing the game.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 28, 2022, 06:43:54 pm
World's best lacrosse players converge on Towson for women's World Lacrosse Championship
https://www.wbaltv.com/article/womens-world-lacrosse-championship-towson-2022/40450075#

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"It's unlike anything I've ever felt before," Kylie Ohlmiller, a Team USA player from Stony Brook University.

"This is my first time getting to experience this. Even just having lunch, being able to be in the same cafeteria as all these women who are competing for the same medals and competing for the same drive, growing this game forward in a bigger way," Ohlmiller said.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 02, 2022, 07:50:04 am
Kennedy, Ohlmiller Rep Long Island in U.S. Rout of Scotland
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/senior-women/kennedy-ohlmiller-rep-long-island-in-us-rout-of-scotland

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TOWSON, Md. — It was a sight that any Long Island lacrosse fan who watched Kylie Ohlmiller during her historic career at Stony Brook was quite familiar with.

Ohlmiller streaked through the Scotland defense Friday night at Johnny Unitas Stadium, cutting in from the right wing toward the middle. From goal line extended, Sam Apuzzo fed and hit Ohlmiller in stride.

What happened next is what earned the title of “BTB Queen” on the U.S. women’s national team Twitter account. Ohlmiller received the pass at her body, took a few steps and left the ground off her left foot. She whipped the head of her stick over her left shoulder and behind her head as she soared through the air from right to left, perfectly tucking the ball over the left shoulder of Scotland’s goalie.

Ohlmiller scored three times, as did her Stony Brook counterpart Ally Kennedy, in a 20-1 win for the U.S. in the second game of Pool A play. Now 2-0, the U.S. plays Australia on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Eastern.

“I keep saying the word ‘surreal,’ but it’s really cool,” Ohlmiller said. “We’ve both played in this stadium before, but it’s nothing like this. Getting to just be here and wearing this jersey, surrounded by this group and knowing that it took at least five years to get here, it’s really cool.”

Ohlmiller helped lift Stony Brook to national prominence during her career with the Seawolves from 2015-18, and Kennedy (2017-21) helped sustain it after she left. With their college head coach Joe Spallina as a sideline as an assistant for the U.S. team, they showed that coming from small towns on Long Island and playing for a mid-major can lead to the sport’s biggest stage.

It wasn’t too long ago that Kennedy was a dreamer, standing in the same shoes as the young girls who now fawn over their heroes on the national team.

“It’s amazing that these girls know my name,” Kennedy said. “They know what I look like. They know all of us. They know our stat lines and where we’re from. They wear our jerseys. Being able to be the idols for them is something that will problem sink in in 10 years.”

Kennedy scored twice in the first half — both on free position chances — and Ohlmiller did all of her damage in the second quarter. She scored three straight U.S. tallies, taking a 9-1 lead and making it 12-1 in the span of six-plus minutes.

Kennedy added her third with 7:19 left in the third quarter off a feed from Kayla Treanor, making the score 17-1.

Even in a lopsided affair, the cheers grew louder during the night hours. Originally scheduled for 8 p.m., weather pushed the start time to 9:30. The delay did little to effect the size of the crowd — a sign of the game’s growth and the steadfast support of the team.

“We’re surrounded by women who have done that at all of their respective programs,” Ohlmiller said of how the U.S. team is helping to elevate women’s lacrosse. “They’ve raised the bar with the people around them. When we get to come together as one, it’s just this work of art.”

The difference is that many of Ohlmiller and Kennedy’s peers come from traditional NCAA powerhouses like Maryland and North Carolina. Not them. They’re repping Long Island.

“Just representing the program we came from, that means a lot to us,” Ohlmiller said.



(https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/sites/default/files/images/articles/kylie-ohlmiller-usa-kait-devir.jpg)
Ohlmiller leaves the ground to score on a BTB in a 20-1 win over Scotland.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 08, 2022, 12:27:41 pm
ohlmiller again: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/us-canada-england-and-australia-advance-to-semifinals-as-medal-round-approaches/59986

and kennedy: https://twitter.com/USAWLax/status/1545411013792743424?cxt=HHwWgIC-0aHIs_IqAAAA
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 11, 2022, 01:10:02 pm
US wins the title, i saw the first half only: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/u-s-treanor-in-golden-form-for-17-2-showcase-in-semifinals-over-australia/59989

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Kylie Ohlmiller started things off in the second, leaping into the air and deflecting in a Marie McCool fast-break pass. The lone negative was in the fourth quarter when Ohlmiller went down in the fourth quarter and needed to be helped off the field, limping with an apparent knee injury.

Ohlmiller’s no-look pass found North up top for a dead-center shot from just inside the fan. Then, Treanor, double-teamed behind, looped the ball over the defense to an emphatic Ally Kennedy finish.



note- the article has videos of the two goals.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 14, 2022, 12:34:02 pm
kennedy makes the UA roster (i think ohlmiller might be injured): https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/17-members-of-2022-world-events-make-up-final-athletes-unlimited-roster/60011
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 14, 2022, 12:38:49 pm
masera gets a photo in USL: https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/fuel/dialed-in/dialed-in-your-lacrosse-fix-for-thursday-july-14

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 16, 2022, 01:23:38 pm
and two more...

U.S. Runs Past Great Britain to Advance to The World Games Final
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/sixes/us-runs-past-great-britain-to-advance-to-the-world-games-final

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With 30 seconds remaining in the first quarter of Friday’s matchup between the U.S. and Great Britain’s Women’s Sixes teams, Ellie Masera was lurking.

The U.S. faced a man-down situation, one of few during The World Games, and the incoming sophomore at Stony Brook found herself guarding Claire Faram when a pass was sent her way. Masera’s instincts kicked in — see ball, get ball.

She jumped in front of Faram, snagged the ball out of of the air and distanced herself from the trailing defenders with blazing speed before finishing off the fourth goal of the game — giving the U.S. momentum after a scrappy first eight minutes.

“We knew that they were going to pressure out on the clear, so if I dropped in, it would be open,” she said. “We tried to have two low and one person flying up.”

Standing at 5-foot-3 (last time her father measured her), Masera is the shortest player on the U.S. Women’s Sixes team, but she’s also one of the most dynamic. Her speed and sizes has helped her glide past opposing defenses and dodge herself into easy scoring opportunities.

“People assume that if you’re tall, you’re going to play better,” she said. “The small girls are the underdogs.”

After scoring three goals in each of the U.S.’s first two games, Masera was unleashed. Friday, she delivered the best performance from a U.S. offensive player thus far in The World Games. The Eastport, N.Y. native dropped six goals in the semifinals, helping the U.S. dominate Great Britain 21-5 and advance to The World Games championship against Canada on Saturday afternoon.

But it was Masera’s breakout game in a U.S. uniform — something the 19-year-old had always dream about, but didn’t know it would happen so soon.

“To be able to play with all these girls — you have national champions and players from a bunch of different schools — it’s really an honor,” she said.

Masera helped the U.S. jump out to another lead in the first quarter, capping the period with the caused turnover and finish to make it 4-2. Her goal ignited a seven-goal rally that included pair of score from Madison Ahern, who routinely found space to shoot.

Up 11-3 at halftime, the U.S. simply needed to keep the offensive momentum going and they’d seal a trip to the final. Masera continued to take advantage of one-on-one matchups and dropped three more goals in the third quarter to push the lead to 16-4 with eight minutes left.


(https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/sites/default/files/images/articles/2022-The-World-Games-Lacrosse-USA-vs-Australia-Women-20.jpg)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 16, 2022, 01:25:16 pm
Gold Medal in Sight: U.S. Dominant vs. Great Britain, Dobbie Paces Canada Past Australia
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/gold-medal-in-sight-u-s-dominant-vs-great-britain-dobbie-paces-canada-past-australia/60018

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First was Ellie Masera’s speed. On a man-down, Stony Brook speedster intercepted a pass then ran lightning fast down the field, breaking open a tight start and kicking off a seven-goal U.S. run.

She had six goals and two assists in what was arguably the best individual performance of the tournament.



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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 25, 2022, 12:24:40 pm
Meet the 18 Members of the U.S. Women's National Team
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/senior-women/meet-the-18-members-of-the-us-womens-national-team

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ALLY KENNEDY
Remember when Stony Brook was supposed to recede after Kylie Ohlmiller and Courtney Murphy graduated? Yeah, that didn’t happen. Kennedy put the Seawolves on her back. “She’s like a pit bull,” Levy said. “Fast, shifty, tough. If we want to double-team in the middle of the field or off draws, she just picks up the ground balls. And she's an incredibly explosive player offensively.” In a testament to the numerous ways in which she can contribute, Kennedy ranks in the top 10 all-time at Stony Brook for goals, assists, points, ground balls, draw controls and caused turnovers.

KYLIE OHLMILLER
For her part, Ohlmiller saw plenty of zone sets from her own defense at Stony Brook. The all-time leading scorer in NCAA history (498 points), she’s the only pure lefty on attack, though Treanor operates seamlessly on that side as well. Ohlmiller said the Athletes Unlimited experience helped her learn how to play with different attack mates, including those with whom she will suit up in Towson.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 12, 2022, 02:26:18 pm
Early 2023 Rankings: Nos. 5-1 (Division I Women)
https://usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/early-2023-rankings-nos-5-1-division-i-women

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5. STONY BROOK
2022 record: 16-3 (6-0 America East)

Last seen: The Seawolves shrugged off a postseason ban from now-former conference America East, received an at-large bid and topped Drexel and Rutgers in the first two rounds of the NCAA tournament. In the quarterfinals, Stony Brook led eventual champion North Carolina by one at halftime but fell 8-5.

Initial forecast: After dominating the America East — the Seawolves last lost a conference game in 2014 — Stony Brook essentially replaces James Madison as the most prominent name in the CAA. But the Seawolves have bigger aspirations than a conference crown after close calls against UNC in back-to-back quarterfinals. The team enters 2023 with its offense largely intact from last season. The top three leading scorers return in Ellie Masera (67 goals, 20 assists, 100 draw controls), Kailyn Hart (64 goals, 14 assists) and Jaden Hampel (21 goals, 21 assists, 22 draw controls). Masera didn’t rest on her laurels this summer — she was part of the silver-medal team in the Sixes discipline at The World Games. Her return will likely negate the graduation of two-way midfielder Siobhan Rafferty (32 goals, 19 caused turnovers, 35 ground balls). Attacker Jolie Creo from Holy Cross, who led the Patriot League and was sixth nationally in points per game (5.47), is joining the fold, too. Charlotte Verhulst, who was second on the team with 63 draws, is also back. The biggest question is in net. Charlie Campbell (7.22 GAA, .494 save percentage), who anchored a Seawolves unit that led the nation in scoring defense (6.63), has graduated. Kameron Halsall started in 2021, played in 11 games in 2022 and is eligible for a fifth year in 2023. Redshirt freshman Aaliyah Jones did not play last year. Whoever is in net will have a lockdown defense playing in front of her. Haley Dillon, who led the team with 50 caused turnovers, is staying on Long Island for a fifth year, and Clare Levy (19 caused turnovers) continues to provide a physical and vocal spark. Midfielder/defender Jaidyn Donley, an Under Armour All-American, will also suit up for her freshman year.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 30, 2022, 08:28:48 am
2023 Way-Ahead Rankings: Women's DI Top 25 — UNC is Back, Maryland, Northwestern, BC & More
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/slideshow/2023-way-ahead-rankings-ilwomens-di-top-25/175?slide=5

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5. Stony Brook

Stony Brook was on the cusp of an upset of the No. 1 team in the quarterfinals but couldn’t hang on to make its first Final Four appearance in program history. They’ll have one of their best shots ever at playing on Memorial Day weekend in 2023, returning their top three leading scorers including second team All-American, Ellie Masera (67G, 20A, 100DC). Defensively, they graduated Charlie Campbell in cage, but Cameron Halsall has one last year of eligibility and boasts plenty of experience including in international play, serving as Team Canada’s starting goalkeeper in this summer’s World Championship. Aside from uncertainty between the pipes, the Seawolves return veterans Haley Dillon (35GB, 50CT) and Clare Levy (31GB, 18CT, 39DC), who’ve led Stony Brook’s patented zone for several years. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 07, 2022, 12:35:47 pm
no real news here other than to point out we got the headline photo for an article that covers all mens and womens lacrosse: https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/the-mens-and-womens-conference-landscape-of-2022-23
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 07, 2022, 12:39:28 pm
fall events: https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/men/2022-college-lacrosse-fall-ball-schedule

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SUNDAY, OCT. 9
HEADstrong Tournament
Hempstead, N.Y.

Hofstra, Bryant, Rutgers, Stony Brook


SATURDAY, OCT. 22
Stony Brook at Loyola
Baltimore, Md.

Loyola, Stony Brook
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 07, 2022, 10:16:40 am
US team roster: https://www.usalacrosse.com/news-media-blog/new-era-begins-us-womens-team-fall-classic

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Ally Kennedy   M   Stony Brook '20
Ellie Masera   M   Stony Brook '24
Kyle Ohlmiller (inj.)   A   Stony Brook '18


very good company we are in, this is basically the annual top 5 teams.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 18, 2022, 12:49:18 pm
Fall Ball Focus: How Can Stony Brook Take That Next Step?
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/fall-ball-focus-how-can-stony-brook-take-that-next-step


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“We’ve got to take care of our regular season a little bit better. We’ve got to win those marquee games on our schedule to be a top-four seed,” Spallina said. “And if not, you have to win a big road game to get where we want to go.”

Spallina said his team needs to take care of business at LaValle Stadium, which it has — the Seawolves enter the 2023 season on a 28-game winning streak, the second-longest active home winning streak in the country.

This year, Michigan, Syracuse, Stanford, Northwestern and Rutgers — five teams in USA Lacrosse Magazine’s Early Top 25 — are those critical marquee non-league games as Stony Brook competes in the Colonial Athletic Association for the first time after departing the America East.

“Our defense is lock down, No. 1 defense in the country, return all the pieces,” Spallina said. “We don't let up a lot of shots. Make the saves you’re supposed to make. That's it. That's all we're asking.”
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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on October 18, 2022, 02:09:19 pm
I think this will be the year we storm into the F4!

Lets go ladies and Spallina!!! Get us there!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on October 27, 2022, 12:09:05 pm
I just received an email to come out to LaValle stadium on Sat to watch the women play Notre Dame in a fall ball scrimmage for ONLY $5.  Wow this administration is hurting for dollars.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 27, 2022, 12:40:57 pm
Early 2023 Rankings: Nos. 5-1 (Division I Women)
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/early-2023-rankings-nos-5-1-division-i-women

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5. STONY BROOK
2022 record: 16-3 (6-0 America East)

Last seen: The Seawolves shrugged off a postseason ban from now-former conference America East, received an at-large bid and topped Drexel and Rutgers in the first two rounds of the NCAA tournament. In the quarterfinals, Stony Brook led eventual champion North Carolina by one at halftime but fell 8-5.

Initial forecast: After dominating the America East — the Seawolves last lost a conference game in 2014 — Stony Brook essentially replaces James Madison as the most prominent name in the CAA. But the Seawolves have bigger aspirations than a conference crown after close calls against UNC in back-to-back quarterfinals. The team enters 2023 with its offense largely intact from last season. The top three leading scorers return in Ellie Masera (67 goals, 20 assists, 100 draw controls), Kailyn Hart (64 goals, 14 assists) and Jaden Hampel (21 goals, 21 assists, 22 draw controls). Masera didn’t rest on her laurels this summer — she was part of the silver-medal team in the Sixes discipline at The World Games. Her return will likely negate the graduation of two-way midfielder Siobhan Rafferty (32 goals, 19 caused turnovers, 35 ground balls). Attacker Jolie Creo from Holy Cross, who led the Patriot League and was sixth nationally in points per game (5.47), is joining the fold, too. Charlotte Verhulst, who was second on the team with 63 draws, is also back. The biggest question is in net. Charlie Campbell (7.22 GAA, .494 save percentage), who anchored a Seawolves unit that led the nation in scoring defense (6.63), has graduated. Kameron Halsall started in 2021, played in 11 games in 2022 and is eligible for a fifth year in 2023. Redshirt freshman Aaliyah Jones did not play last year. Whoever is in net will have a lockdown defense playing in front of her. Haley Dillon, who led the team with 50 caused turnovers, is staying on Long Island for a fifth year, and Clare Levy (19 caused turnovers) continues to provide a physical and vocal spark. Midfielder/defender Jaidyn Donley, an Under Armour All-American, will also suit up for her freshman year.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on November 09, 2022, 12:27:03 pm
Take Me Back: Local Legend Kylie Ohlmiller Interviewed By Hometown Hopeful
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/senior-women/take-me-back-local-legend-kylie-ohlmiller-interviewed-by-hometown-hopeful

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This month, Caitlin Barnes, a member of the Long Island Yellow Jackets in the class of 2026, interviews U.S. women’s national team gold medalist Kylie Ohlmiller, whose own experiences growing up in Islip, N.Y., helped prepare her for Stony Brook and beyond. Barnes, who is also from Islip and passes Ohlmiller’s jersey every day in the halls of Islip High School, hopes to follow the same path Ohlmiller took to stardom.

CAITLIN: What was it like transitioning to college?

KYLIE: Most of my high school years were spent worrying about where I’d go to college, but it was cool to be able to finally say I’m going to Stony Brook and staying on Long Island. Being at a smaller school, you learn how to make really meaningful relationships. And those people tended to be my teammates.

CAITLIN: What was your favorite team to play against in college?

KYLIE: We had a good back and forth — it wasn’t really a rivalry, but every time we played it was a good game — with Northwestern. It’s very similar styles of lacrosse.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on November 28, 2022, 11:03:45 pm
IL's top 50 players- the usual suspects, and then these entries: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/slideshow/ils-top-50-womens-players-for-2023-nos-50-41/181?slide=all

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37. Clare Levy, D, Stony Brook
The Seawolves’ eraser on the defensive end, Levy was an All-America East first-teamer. She takes her talents to the CAA to build on 31 groundballs, 18 caused turnovers, and 39 draw controls from last season.

https://www.insidelacrosse.com/slideshow/ils-top-50-womens-players-for-2023-nos-40-31/183?slide=3


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32. Kailyn Hart, A, Stony Brook
Hart earned America East Attacker of the Year honors in 2021, finishing the year second on the team with 78 points (64G, 14A), converting 75% of shots she gets on cage. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on November 28, 2022, 11:05:15 pm
Early 2023 Rankings: Nos. 5-1 (Division I Women)
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/early-2023-rankings-nos-5-1-division-i-women

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5. STONY BROOK
2022 record: 16-3 (6-0 America East)

Last seen: The Seawolves shrugged off a postseason ban from now-former conference America East, received an at-large bid and topped Drexel and Rutgers in the first two rounds of the NCAA tournament. In the quarterfinals, Stony Brook led eventual champion North Carolina by one at halftime but fell 8-5.

Initial forecast: After dominating the America East — the Seawolves last lost a conference game in 2014 — Stony Brook essentially replaces James Madison as the most prominent name in the CAA. But the Seawolves have bigger aspirations than a conference crown after close calls against UNC in back-to-back quarterfinals. The team enters 2023 with its offense largely intact from last season. The top three leading scorers return in Ellie Masera (67 goals, 20 assists, 100 draw controls), Kailyn Hart (64 goals, 14 assists) and Jaden Hampel (21 goals, 21 assists, 22 draw controls). Masera didn’t rest on her laurels this summer — she was part of the silver-medal team in the Sixes discipline at The World Games. Her return will likely negate the graduation of two-way midfielder Siobhan Rafferty (32 goals, 19 caused turnovers, 35 ground balls). Attacker Jolie Creo from Holy Cross, who led the Patriot League and was sixth nationally in points per game (5.47), is joining the fold, too. Charlotte Verhulst, who was second on the team with 63 draws, is also back. The biggest question is in net. Charlie Campbell (7.22 GAA, .494 save percentage), who anchored a Seawolves unit that led the nation in scoring defense (6.63), has graduated. Kameron Halsall started in 2021, played in 11 games in 2022 and is eligible for a fifth year in 2023. Redshirt freshman Aaliyah Jones did not play last year. Whoever is in net will have a lockdown defense playing in front of her. Haley Dillon, who led the team with 50 caused turnovers, is staying on Long Island for a fifth year, and Clare Levy (19 caused turnovers) continues to provide a physical and vocal spark. Midfielder/defender Jaidyn Donley, an Under Armour All-American, will also suit up for her freshman year.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on November 29, 2022, 12:00:45 pm
more on IL's top 50 players: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/slideshow/ils-top-50-womens-players-for-2023-no-1-is/190?slide=4

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6. Ellie Masera, M, Stony Brook

Masera notched 87 points in her sophomore campaign, leading the Seawolves to an impressive 16-3 season. Masera’s impact doesn’t stop on the offensive end alone, as the midfielder notched an impressive 100 draw controls, 23 groundballs and 18 caused turnovers.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 04, 2023, 08:53:34 am
Women’s Lacrosse Selected Fourth in Nike/USA Lacrosse Division I Preseason Top 20
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2023/1/3/womens-lacrosse-womens-lacrosse-selected-fourth-in-nike-usa-lacrosse-division-i-preseason-top-20.aspx

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BALTIMORE, Md. – The Stony Brook women's lacrosse team enters the historic 2023 campaign as the fourth-best team in the nation, according to the Nike/USA Lacrosse Division I Women's Preseason Top 20.

Three returning Seawolves were named to the Inside Lacrosse Top 50 Women's Players for 2023 this past November. The 2022 America East Midfielder of the Year and IWLCA First Team All-American Ellie Masera was the highest Seawolf on the list, as the junior was selected sixth overall. Senior Kailyn Hart and junior Clare Levy also joined Masera on the list, with Hart coming in at 32nd and Levy being recognized at 37th overall, respectively.
 
The fourth-place ranking is the highest preseason ranking Stony Brook has received by any publication since being named the No. 2 seed in the 2018 preseason polls by Inside Lacrosse and IWLCA.



UNC Tops Nike/USA Lacrosse Division I Women's Preseason Top 20
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/unc-tops-nike-usa-lacrosse-division-i-womens-preseason-top-20

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Stony Brook and its suffocating defense check in at No. 4, and even more is expected of Ellie Masera — already a first-team All-American — this spring.

1. North Carolina
2. Maryland
3. Boston College
4. Stony Brook
5. Northwestern
6. Syracuse
7. Rutgers
8. Florida
9. Stanford
10. Denver
11. Duke
12. James Madison
13. Virginia
14. Notre Dame
15. Loyola
16. USC
17. Princeton
18. Michigan
19. Jacksonville
20. Richmond

Also considered (alphabetical order): Arizona State, Colorado, Johns Hopkins, Navy, Temple, UMass, Yale
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 06, 2023, 09:58:50 pm
Four Seawolves Earn Preseason All-American Honors from USA Lacrosse Magazine; Masera Named Preseason Midfielder of the Year
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2023/1/6/womens-lacrosse-four-seawolves-earn-preseason-all-american-honors-from-usa-lacrosse-magazine-masera-named-preseason-midfielder-of-the-year.aspx

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Junior Ellie Masera was named the Preseason Midfielder of the Year and was tabbed to the First Team. Senior Kailyn Hart and juniors Clare Levy and Jaden Hampel also received Preseason All-American honors. Levy was named to the Second Team while Hart and Hampel were tabbed to the Third Team.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 11, 2023, 12:12:33 am
USA Lacrosse Magazine's 2023 Division I Women's Preseason All-Americans
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/usa-lacrosse-magazines-2023-division-i-womens-preseason-all-americans

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FIRST TEAM
M — Ellie Masera, Stony Brook

SECOND TEAM
D — Clare Levy, Stony Brook

THIRD TEAM
A — Kailyn Hart, Stony Brook
M — Jaden Hample, Stony Brook



https://caasports.com/news/2023/1/10/womens-lacrosse-six-caalax-players-named-to-usa-lacrosse-magazine-preseason-all-america-teams.aspx

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Stony Brook midfielder Ellie Masera was named to the USA Lacrosse Magazine Preseason All-America first team. Masera is coming off a season where she became the first underclassman in program history to earn First Team All-America honors and was just one of two underclassmen in the nation to earn the recognition. Her 87 points and 67 goals were both team-bests and she was top 25 in the nation in goals per game (17th) and points per game (25th). The 100 draw controls by the Long Island native marked the fifth time in program history that someone reached the triple-digit figure, joining two instances each from alumnae Keri McCarthy and Ally Kennedy.
 
Seawolves defender Clare Levy earned second team recognition from the publication. After earning All-America East First Team honors, USA Lacrosse All-America Second Team, and collecting ILWomen All-America Honorable Mention last season, Levy helped Stony Brook hold opponents to a nation-leading 6.69 goals per game. The Long Island native finished the season with career-bests in ground balls (31), points (7), and draw controls (39). In addition, the defender caused 18 turnovers in the 19 games she started in.
 
Stony Brook attacker Kailyn Hart and midfielder Jaden Hampel were picked as third team honorees. Hart, the 2022 America East Attacker of the Year, ILWomen All-America Honorable Mention, USA Lacrosse All-America Honorable Mention, and First Team All-America East finished the season with a career-best 64 goals. Hart was key in Stony Brook earning an NCAA Tournament at-large selection, as she scored 18 goals over her final five games and recorded 11 consecutive hat tricks starting with four goals against Vermont on March 26. The Long Islander collected 3.56 goals per game which was 19th in the nation and helped Stony Brook lead the America East with 17.3 goals per game.
 
For the first-time in her career, Hampel has been named a Preseason All-America recipient. The midfielder claimed All-America East second team honors after her standout performance last season. The Long Islander appeared in all 19 games and made five starts. Hampel finished the season with a career-high goals (21), assists (21), points (42), shots on goal (39), ground balls (18) and caused turnovers (8). Her 21 assists were a team best and ranked third in the conference.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 12, 2023, 09:17:57 am
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/meaghan-tyrrell-named-usa-lacrosse-mag-d-i-womens-preseason-player-of-the-year

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PRESEASON MIDFIELDER OF THE YEAR
Ellie Masera, Stony Brook

What doesn’t Ellie Masera do? The junior, who was the youngest player invited to U.S. national team tryouts in 2021, led Stony Brook in goals (67), points (87) and draws (100) last season. She was also second in assists (20) and third in caused turnovers (18). The quintessential tough-as-nails Seawolves middie enters the season with international experience under her belt, having represented the U.S. in Sixes at The World Games. She’ll now lead the Seawolves into a new era as they switch to the CAA after nearly a decade of America East dominance and, more importantly, try to help the team burst down the Final Four door after years of knocking on it.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on January 16, 2023, 07:46:19 pm
Just took a look at women’s 2023 schedule.  It’s a little disappointing that all of their games vs. other preseason top 10 opponents are on the road. Would’ve been nice to get one or two of these games at LaValle.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 17, 2023, 05:02:58 pm
Men’s and Women’s Lacrosse Set to Make Five Appearances on LacrosseTV
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2023/1/17/general-mens-and-womens-lacrosse-set-to-make-five-appearances-on-lacrossetv.aspx

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Stony Brook Lacrosse on LacrosseTV:
 
Women's Lacrosse:
Saturday, March 18 vs. Delaware – 12 p.m.
Saturday, April 15 vs. William & Mary – 11 a.m.
Friday, April 28 vs. Hofstra – 6:31 p.m.
 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 25, 2023, 12:52:38 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2023/1/25/womens-lacrosse-womens-lacrosse-adds-transfer-goalie-hailey-duchnowski-to-2023-roster.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 30, 2023, 12:35:27 pm
IL poll: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/WDI/polls

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1    North Carolina (0 - 0)   666 (22)   --
2    Maryland (0 - 0)   634 (2)   --
3    Boston College (0 - 0)   613 (3)   --
4    Northwestern (0 - 0)   599   --
5    Syracuse (0 - 0)   574   --
6    Stony Brook (0 - 0)   536   --
7    Florida (0 - 0)   500   --
8    Rutgers (0 - 0)   439   --
9    Denver (0 - 0)   426   --
10    Loyola (0 - 0)   412   --
11    Duke (0 - 0)   402   --
12    James Madison (0 - 0)   361   --
13    Virginia (0 - 0)   334   --
14    Stanford (0 - 0)   319   --
15    Princeton (0 - 0)   302   --
16    Notre Dame (0 - 0)   300   --
17    Michigan (0 - 0)   249   --
18    USC (0 - 0)   234   --
19    Jacksonville (0 - 0)   198   --
20    Johns Hopkins (0 - 0)   103   --
21    Yale (0 - 0)   98   --
22    Richmond (0 - 0)   88   --
23    UMass (0 - 0)   69   --
24    UConn (0 - 0)   53   --
25    Colorado (0 - 0)   40   --
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 31, 2023, 01:07:02 pm
Beyond the Basics: Advanced Metrics to Describe Every D-I Women's Top 20 Team
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/beyond-the-basics-advanced-metrics-to-describe-every-d-i-womens-top-20-team-0

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4. STONY BROOK
The Seawolves finished the 2022 campaign with the top-rated defense in the country, as measured by opponent-adjusted defensive efficiency. It was the third time in the past eight seasons that they finished on top in this metric, but the first time since 2017. And it’s hard to point to one thing that made the difference. They allowed just .43 shots-per-possession (1st); they turned teams over on 36% of the possessions they faced (2nd) and their keepers saved 48.1% of the shots on goal (3rd). No weaknesses there.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 01, 2023, 08:28:08 am
2023 NCAA Lacrosse Rankings: No. 4 Stony Brook (Women)
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/2023-ncaa-lacrosse-rankings-no-4-stony-brook-women

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NO. 4 STONY BROOK
2022 Record: 16-3 (6-0 America East)
Final Ranking (2022): No. 5
Coach: Joe Spallina

TOP RETURNERS
Ellie Masera, M, Jr.; Kailyn Hart, A, Sr.; Clare Levy, D, Jr

Joe Spallina calls Ellie Masera the best midfielder in the country. USA Lacrosse Magazine’s prognosticators agreed, tabbing the junior middie and the Seawolves’ leading scorer in 2022 the Preseason Midfielder of the Year. Kailyn Hart adds flare and depth on offense, while Clare Levy does the same on D.

KEY ADDITIONS
Jolie Creo, A, Gr. (Holy Cross); Hailey Duchnowski, G, Gr. (LIU); Shana Hecht, G, Gr. (Temple)

With Charlie Campbell and Kameron Halsall gone, the Seawolves brought in grad transfers Hailey Duchnowski (LIU) and Shana Hecht (Temple) to compete with redshirt freshman Aaliyah Jones for the starting netminder nod. Jolie Creo from Holy Cross will likely take on the offensive quarterback role, freeing up Hart to be more of a wing dodger.

KEY DEPARTURES
Graduations: Charlie Campbell, G; Kameron Halsall, G; Siobhan Rafferty, M; Rayna Sabella, M

STORYLINES TO WATCH
Ellie Masera appears “unguardable” after the fall.

It would be hard for Ellie Masera to top her 2022. The midfielder led Stony Brook in goals (67), points (87) and draws (100), won silver with USA in Sixes and played for the senior national team at Fall Classic. But Spallina put the lacrosse world on notice for 2023 — Masera got better.

“She developed an ability to dodge from X,” Spallina said. “She’s a premiere wing dodger.”

And Spallina has seen her develop the ability to pass off the dodge.

“Last year, she was an elite player, but now she’s raising the level of players around her,” Spallina said.

The players around her will include Charlotte Verhulst (3 G, 3 A, 63 DC), who has transformed from a draw specialist into a true two-way midfielder. Jaden Hampel (21 G, 21 A, 22 DC) is also versatile. Though much of the offense is run out of the midfield, don’t sleep on Hart. The attacker finished second in goals (64) and points (78) in 2022.

Who will start in goal?

Stony Brook’s backer-zone defense ranked first nationally in goals allowed per game last season (6.63). But starting goalie Charlie Campbell (7.22 GAA, .494 SV%) and formidable backup Kameron Halsall (5.54 GAA, .532 SV%) are both gone. Aaliyah Jones redshirted last season and turned heads in Stony Brook’s open scrimmage against Notre Dame this fall for her quickness and athleticism.

A pair of transfers are also in play. Hecht appeared in one game at Temple in 2022. Duchnowski (.505 SV %) originally came to SBU to be a grad assistant coach, but the NEC Defensive Player of the Year from LIU decided to use her last year of eligibility in 2023.

Whoever it is will have a historically stout defense in front of her.

“For us, our defense is so good that we need goalies who need to make the saves they are supposed to make,” Spallina said.

All-Americans Clare Levy (18 CT, 31 GB, 39 DC) and Haley Dillon (50 CT, 35 GB) and all-conference defender Ella Whitehouse (12 CT, 12 GB) headline the list of returners.

Is this “the year?”

The Seawolves have been on the cusp of their first Final Four berth in close-call quarterfinal games in four of the last five seasons.

What makes this year different?

The switch from the America East to the CAA, where Stony Brook will play historically tougher teams like Drexel, Hofstra and Towson, should help the RPI. SBU has been seeded eighth for the last three NCAA Tournaments and played top-seed UNC close in the last two, drawing questions about whether the Seawolves should have been slotted higher.

“The closest quarterfinal has been the one-eight game, which is an alert that we are not placed properly,” Spallina said. “But at the end of the day, we’re not in to just to make the Final Four or quarterfinals. We’re in it to win the national championship.”

And Spallina thinks SBU has the depth to do it this year.

“We've never been aligned like we are now,” he said. “We return our top scorers and the majority of our starting defense. When you look at those things right there, it’s easy to see how we are poised to do what we are supposed to do.”

ENEMY LINES
WHAT RIVALS ARE SAYING ABOUT THE SEAWOLVES
“They do an incredible job of player development. They find a lot of players who aren’t the five-star, blue-chip recruits and make them become really incredible players who have a chip on their shoulders. I don’t think you can ever sleep on Stony Brook. Their defense is really tough. They’ve got some big weapons returning.”

BEYOND THE BASICS

14.2%

The Seawolves finished the 2022 campaign with the top-rated defense in the country, as measured by opponent-adjusted defensive efficiency. It was the third time in the past eight seasons that they finished on top in this metric, but the first time since 2017. And it’s hard to point to one thing that made the difference. They allowed just .43 shots-per-possession (1st); they turned teams over on 36% of the possessions they faced (2nd) and their keepers saved 48.1% of the shots on goal (3rd). No weaknesses there.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on February 02, 2023, 11:45:38 am
2023 NCAA Lacrosse Rankings: No. 4 Stony Brook (Women)
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/2023-ncaa-lacrosse-rankings-no-4-stony-brook-women

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NO. 4 STONY BROOK
2022 Record: 16-3 (6-0 America East)
Final Ranking (2022): No. 5
Coach: Joe Spallina

TOP RETURNERS
Ellie Masera, M, Jr.; Kailyn Hart, A, Sr.; Clare Levy, D, Jr

Joe Spallina calls Ellie Masera the best midfielder in the country. USA Lacrosse Magazine’s prognosticators agreed, tabbing the junior middie and the Seawolves’ leading scorer in 2022 the Preseason Midfielder of the Year. Kailyn Hart adds flare and depth on offense, while Clare Levy does the same on D.

KEY ADDITIONS
Jolie Creo, A, Gr. (Holy Cross); Hailey Duchnowski, G, Gr. (LIU); Shana Hecht, G, Gr. (Temple)

With Charlie Campbell and Kameron Halsall gone, the Seawolves brought in grad transfers Hailey Duchnowski (LIU) and Shana Hecht (Temple) to compete with redshirt freshman Aaliyah Jones for the starting netminder nod. Jolie Creo from Holy Cross will likely take on the offensive quarterback role, freeing up Hart to be more of a wing dodger.

KEY DEPARTURES
Graduations: Charlie Campbell, G; Kameron Halsall, G; Siobhan Rafferty, M; Rayna Sabella, M

STORYLINES TO WATCH
Ellie Masera appears “unguardable” after the fall.

It would be hard for Ellie Masera to top her 2022. The midfielder led Stony Brook in goals (67), points (87) and draws (100), won silver with USA in Sixes and played for the senior national team at Fall Classic. But Spallina put the lacrosse world on notice for 2023 — Masera got better.

“She developed an ability to dodge from X,” Spallina said. “She’s a premiere wing dodger.”

And Spallina has seen her develop the ability to pass off the dodge.

“Last year, she was an elite player, but now she’s raising the level of players around her,” Spallina said.

The players around her will include Charlotte Verhulst (3 G, 3 A, 63 DC), who has transformed from a draw specialist into a true two-way midfielder. Jaden Hampel (21 G, 21 A, 22 DC) is also versatile. Though much of the offense is run out of the midfield, don’t sleep on Hart. The attacker finished second in goals (64) and points (78) in 2022.

Who will start in goal?

Stony Brook’s backer-zone defense ranked first nationally in goals allowed per game last season (6.63). But starting goalie Charlie Campbell (7.22 GAA, .494 SV%) and formidable backup Kameron Halsall (5.54 GAA, .532 SV%) are both gone. Aaliyah Jones redshirted last season and turned heads in Stony Brook’s open scrimmage against Notre Dame this fall for her quickness and athleticism.

A pair of transfers are also in play. Hecht appeared in one game at Temple in 2022. Duchnowski (.505 SV %) originally came to SBU to be a grad assistant coach, but the NEC Defensive Player of the Year from LIU decided to use her last year of eligibility in 2023.

Whoever it is will have a historically stout defense in front of her.

“For us, our defense is so good that we need goalies who need to make the saves they are supposed to make,” Spallina said.

All-Americans Clare Levy (18 CT, 31 GB, 39 DC) and Haley Dillon (50 CT, 35 GB) and all-conference defender Ella Whitehouse (12 CT, 12 GB) headline the list of returners.

Is this “the year?”

The Seawolves have been on the cusp of their first Final Four berth in close-call quarterfinal games in four of the last five seasons.

What makes this year different?

The switch from the America East to the CAA, where Stony Brook will play historically tougher teams like Drexel, Hofstra and Towson, should help the RPI. SBU has been seeded eighth for the last three NCAA Tournaments and played top-seed UNC close in the last two, drawing questions about whether the Seawolves should have been slotted higher.

“The closest quarterfinal has been the one-eight game, which is an alert that we are not placed properly,” Spallina said. “But at the end of the day, we’re not in to just to make the Final Four or quarterfinals. We’re in it to win the national championship.”

And Spallina thinks SBU has the depth to do it this year.

“We've never been aligned like we are now,” he said. “We return our top scorers and the majority of our starting defense. When you look at those things right there, it’s easy to see how we are poised to do what we are supposed to do.”

ENEMY LINES
WHAT RIVALS ARE SAYING ABOUT THE SEAWOLVES
“They do an incredible job of player development. They find a lot of players who aren’t the five-star, blue-chip recruits and make them become really incredible players who have a chip on their shoulders. I don’t think you can ever sleep on Stony Brook. Their defense is really tough. They’ve got some big weapons returning.”

BEYOND THE BASICS

14.2%

The Seawolves finished the 2022 campaign with the top-rated defense in the country, as measured by opponent-adjusted defensive efficiency. It was the third time in the past eight seasons that they finished on top in this metric, but the first time since 2017. And it’s hard to point to one thing that made the difference. They allowed just .43 shots-per-possession (1st); they turned teams over on 36% of the possessions they faced (2nd) and their keepers saved 48.1% of the shots on goal (3rd). No weaknesses there.

I would love to see Spalina and company make it to the Championship game this year. God knows. They all deserve it. They paid their dues, and now it's there for the takings. lets just see where the commity seeds them this year.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 02, 2023, 06:37:49 pm
#CAALax Newcomers Stony Brook, Masera Tabbed for Unanimous Women's Lacrosse Preseason Honors
https://caasports.com/news/2023/1/30/-caalax-newcomers-stony-brook-masera-tabbed-for-unanimous-womens-lacrosse-preseason-honors.aspx

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Stony Brook collected all seven possible first place votes in its first year in the CAA after appearing in the NCAA Quarterfinals for the fourth time in the last five tournaments. The Seawolves went 16-3 with all three setbacks to eventual Championship Weekend teams while going undefeated through America East play and earning an at-large selection to the NCAA Tournament. Stony Brook earned five wins over ranked opponents during the 2022 campaign. Stony Brook enters the year at No. 6 in the IWLCA/ILWomen poll and No. 4 in the USA Lacrosse Magazine rankings, while three Seawolves – Masera, Kailyn Hart, and Clare Levy – were named to the preseason All-CAA team.
 
Masera is coming off a season where she was the first underclassman in program history to earn First Team All-America honors and one of two underclassmen in the nation to earn the recognition. Her 87 points and 67 goals were both team-bests and she was top 25 in the nation in goals per game (17th) and points per game (25th). The 100 draw controls by the Long Island native marked the fifth time in program history that someone reached the triple-digit figure, joining two instances each from alumnae Keri McCarthy and Ally Kennedy.
 
2023 CAA Women’s Lacrosse Preseason Poll
School (1st)   Points
1. Stony Brook (7)   49
2. Towson (1)   43
3. Drexel   35
4. Hofstra   30
5. Delaware   25
6. Monmouth   21
7. Elon   13
8. William & Mary   8

2023 CAA Women’s Lacrosse Preseason All-Conference Team
Name   School   Cl.   Pos.   Hometown
Caroline Brennan   Monmouth   So.   A   Downingtown, Pa.
Kailyn Hart   Stony Brook   Sr.   A   North Babylon, N.Y.
Delaney McDaniel   Delaware   So.   A   Severna Park, Md.
Taylor Mennella   Hofstra   Sr.   A   Smithtown, N.Y.
Corinne Bednarik   Drexel   Sr.   M   Glenmoore, Pa.
Ellie Masera   Stony Brook   Jr.   M   Eastport, N.Y.
Cassidy Orban   Monmouth   Gr.   M   Long Valley, N.J.
Blair Pearre   Towson   Sr.   M   Pikesville, Md.
Belle McHugh   Drexel   Sr.   D   Berwyn, Pa.
Madison Hranicka   Delaware   Sr.   D   Mendham, N.J.
Clare Levy   Stony Brook   Jr.   D   Rocky Point, N.Y.
Jo Torres   Towson   Jr.   GK   Prince Frederick, Md.                                                     
 
Preseason Player of the Year: Ellie Masera, Stony Brook
 
Honorable Mention: Lindsay Clarke, A, Towson; Haley Dillon, D, Stony Brook; Bri Falco, D, Monmouth; Kailee Follette, D, Elon; Jackie Gatti, M, Hofstra; Jaden Hampel, A, Stony Brook; Caroline Hertzberg, D, William & Mary; Olivia Malamphy, D, Towson; Jess Smith, GK, Hofstra; Kerry Walser, A, Hofstra; Milana Zizakovic, M, Towson


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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 03, 2023, 11:59:51 am
ILWomen's DI Preseason All-Americans: Nine Programs Represented on First Team
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/ilwomen-s-di-preseason-all-americans-nine-programs-represented-on-first-team/60616

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First Team
M- Ellie Masera, Jr., Stony Brook

Third Team
D- Clare Levy, Jr., Stony Brook

Honorable Mention
A- Kailyn Hart, Jr., Stony Brook
D- Haley Dillon, Gr., Stony Brook
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 10, 2023, 11:36:32 pm
Hart, Masera, and Levy Tabbed to Tewaaraton Award Watch List
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2023/2/10/womens-lacrosse-hart-masera-and-levy-tabbed-to-tewaaraton-award-watch-list.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 12, 2023, 09:17:27 pm
No. 6 Stony Brook women’s lacrosse primed for run at national title
https://www.sbstatesman.com/2023/02/12/no-6-stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-primed-for-run-at-national-title/

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Over the past 11 seasons under head coach Joe Spallina, the Seawolves have gone 175-33. They are currently riding the longest active conference-game winning streak across all NCAA Division I sports.

“With all due respect to the CAA, our goals are a little bit larger than just winning the conference,” Spallina said in an interview with The Statesman. “We talk about winning national championships and in order to do that, we have to take care of things along the way. Winning our conference is important because it supplies us with the automatic qualifier, but ultimately it’s about trying to be the number one team in the country.”

“We need to be here,” Spallina said. “We haven’t had a quarterfinal in this building. We’re here in this stadium, so we have to try to get as many games in here as we can.”

“There are some question marks in the goal,” Spallina said. “Duchnowski is a great goalie. We think she’s a total stud. We love her mentality and personality. Aaliyah Jones is another that will be pushing for that cage. Shanna Hecht, as well as Francesca Viteritti — it’s a great group. They push each other and get along great. A lot will be settled in the next couple of weeks.”

“I couldn’t be anywhere close to where I am now without every player on offense and defense. If not for [Kailyn] Hart passing to me or anyone clearing through for me, this doesn’t happen.”

“I want to better myself for everyone else,” Hampel said. “I’d like to be more of a leader, especially now that we are the [upperclassmen] and set the example for the freshman coming in.”

“We’re expecting a lot from that class,” Spallina said. “We feel really good about them, but it’s also very difficult to break this lineup. There will be freshmen that will contribute and ones that we are counting on. This is a program; we don’t live in the transfer portal. We build our kids and develop our players out of high school, which is why we have been able to sustain a high level of lacrosse for so long.”

“The expectation is to win a national championship,” Spallina said. “This is not a flash-in-a-pan program. My first couple of years here, it was about proving people wrong. Now, it’s more of securing where we are supposed to be and keep on climbing the ladder.”

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on February 18, 2023, 12:49:22 am
The ladies had a great start with a beatdown of the Michigan Wolverines.

How exciting to be Michigan in any sports. 17-10 FINAL!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on February 18, 2023, 02:08:28 pm
The ladies had a great start with a beatdown of the Michigan Wolverines.

How exciting to be Michigan in any sports. 17-10 FINAL!

Michigan scored three goals in the last minute of play. What was up with that??
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 18, 2023, 06:02:27 pm
No. 6 Stony Brook Comes Out Swinging, Hampel Posts Six Points to Lead Seawolves Past Michigan
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/no-6-stony-brook-comes-out-swinging-hampel-posts-six-points-to-lead-seawolves-past-michigan/60731

No. 5/6 Women’s Lacrosse Rolls to Home Opener Win Over No. 17/18 Michigan
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2023/2/17/womens-lacrosse-no-5-6-womens-lacrosse-rolls-to-home-opener-win-over-no-17-18-michigan.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 22, 2023, 11:55:55 am
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/q-collar-play-of-week-2-erin-macquarrie-s-btb-dime/60765

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 23, 2023, 12:20:59 pm
Women's Tewaaraton Stock Watch: Three New Faces in the Top 5
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/womens-tewaaraton-stock-watch-three-new-faces-in-the-top-5

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4. Ellie Masera, M, Stony Brook

Masera dominated as a sophomore in 2022, totaling 100 draw controls and 58 goals. She built on that with a powerful performance in the Seawolves’ season opener against Michigan last weekend, tallying four goals, one caused turnover, three ground balls and seven draw controls. Her efforts were key to a dominant 17-10 victory against a ranked opponent. The USA Lacrosse Magazine Preseason Midfielder of the Year, Masera should continue to turn heads.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 24, 2023, 07:48:51 am
Women's Weekend Watch: Week 3 — Big ACC Games, Maryland-Florida & Teams Inching Toward Top 25
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/women-s-weekend-watch-week-3-big-acc-games-maryland-florida-teams-inching-toward-top-25/60774

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No. 21 Yale at No. 5 Stony Brook, noon Saturday
Both Yale and Stony Brook cruised to easy wins a week ago, although against different levels of teams.
 
For Stony Brook, the Seawolves opened with a convincing win over No. 18 Michigan while the Bulldogs topped Vermont and Quinnipiac this past week with a combined score of 31-11.
 
While in my opinion, the Seawolves would be a clear favorite in this matchup, Yale returns several starters from a year ago which could give them an added boost in confidence from their 2022 matchup against Stony Brook where they lost 14-10.
 
Jenna Collignon leads the Bulldogs with eight goals, while Olivia Penoyer has played more of a quarterbacking role, registering two goals and six assists thus far.
 
Taking down No. 5 Stony Brook will be quite a task, as the Seawolves looked quite strong in the season opener. Ellie Masera continues to be a huge factor in the midfield and in the battle for possession, while Jaden Hampel has exploded early on to lead the Seawolves with five goals.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 24, 2023, 07:52:16 am
Game Ready: Stay in Your Lane with Stony Brook's Clare Levy
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/game-ready-stay-in-your-lane-with-stony-brooks-clare-levy

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Clare Levy is an All-American defender and a key to Stony Brook's zone defense.

Stony Brook’s backer zone has become something of a contemporary legend in women’s lacrosse. The Seawolves are annually ranked in the top five nationally in scoring defense — often claiming the top spot, including last year when they allowed an average of 6.83 goals per game.

The system emphasizes team defense over 1-v-1, and it’s clearly worked for Stony Brook, which has advanced to the NCAA quarterfinals four of the last five years.

But there’s a caveat: It’s easier to get caught in shooting space.

The shooting space rule is exclusive to women’s lacrosse and is designed to keep players safe while giving the offensive player a reasonable lane to shoot.

The rule prohibits defenders from running into the shooting lane of an attacker. It’s a common foul and confusing for fans. But defenders in a zone need to be hyper-aware of shooting space.

All-American defender Clare Levy offered these tips.

CLOSE THE GAP
Approach the nearest attacker before she gets the ball.

“As you see a player pass the ball, approach the player it’s going to as it’s in the air,” Levy said. “Right as they catch it, the contact will be there, and you’ll be in a good position, They won’t have the space to dodge or fake.”

LEAD WITH YOUR STICK
Approach the attacker, not her lane. Let your stick lead the way.

“Find the right diagonal angle to lean the stick,” Levy said. “Run at them and get the stick in front of them.”

Allow your body to follow your stick at the angle so you are not running straight at the attacker but at a tangent.

SELL IT
Slides are one of the most common times to get caught in shooting space. That’s where the game gets cerebral, and defenders become salespeople to refs.

“The best way to sell shooting space on a slide is to make sure you are out of the eight and making sure you are stepping to a player and not waiting for them to come to you,” Levy said. “It sells to the refs that you know what you are doing and are trying to play defense, not get the call.”

PRACTICE BUILDS CONFIDENCE
Levy recommends setting up a cone every couple of yards to outline the diagonal run.

“If you lead with the stick first and follow your body as you approach the cone, that’s great,” Levy said. “When your stick is first, you are taking away space for them to do anything. That is the best way to stop the player and avoid shooting space.”



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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 25, 2023, 08:45:23 pm
another nice win- over #21 yale, 13-7.  it wasnt close; 8-2 in the 2nd quarter. https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2023/2/25/womens-lacrosse-fast-start-propels-no-5-womens-lacrosse-to-victory-over-no-21-yale.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 25, 2023, 09:05:56 pm
Second Half Reset Pushes No. 5 Stony Brook Over Yale
https://usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/second-half-reset-pushes-no-5-stony-brook-over-yale

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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 26, 2023, 09:26:35 pm
No. 5 Stony Brook women’s lacrosse beats second-straight ranked opponent
https://www.sbstatesman.com/2023/02/26/no-5-stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-beats-second-straight-ranked-opponent/

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on February 27, 2023, 01:26:48 pm
#5/6

https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/upset-lands-army-in-top-15-of-nike-usa-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20

https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/wdi/polls/2023
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 01, 2023, 06:21:56 pm
TBD Lacrosse Camp emphasizing the growth of the sport in Colorado
https://coloradopreps.com/tbd-lacrosse-camp-emphasizing-the-growth-of-the-sport-in-colorado/

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It’s no accident that some of the best talent in the game from a national level is heading to the Centennial State to help develop the next generation of stars. And they’re doing it by using the experience they had growing up in the game and trying to apply some of the missing components that will help kids today.

Kylie Ohlmiller is a perfect example.

She grew up in New York, a lacrosse hotbed, but wasn’t a highly recruited prospect coming out of high school. That didn’t stop her from putting together a great career at Stony Brook which carried over to the US National Team. She connected with TJ DeMartino and along with another East Coast legend in Casey Powell will be a part of a three-day youth lacrosse camp aimed at giving middle and high school level kids an opportunity to refine their skills.

“We’ve discovered the holes that are missing with what lacrosse players are doing with their development,” Ohlmiller said. “A lot of what’s out there are some one-off clinics where you go meet the faces of the sport, run through a couple of drills, and a lot of the drills are very similar. These players are just seeing a lot of situations that they’re used to.”

Show up, participate, go home.

That’s the model of these one-off camps that Ohlmiller has seen throughout the country. What the TBD Camp is looking to do is coach the players in a way that develops their strengths of the game and apply the training in a way that the kids can apply it to their individualized workouts once the camp is over.

“If I was back in my younger shoes and I saw something like this where I can go to an event, get high-level reps from great coaching and a professional player and then leave then event with actual controllables and an actual plan that’s programmed to my individual goals and my success and my weaknesses, I think myself and my parents would have been all for that,” she said.

“For Colorado, there is a ton of athletes, just like any area when you have some professional sports to grow up watching and fantasize about playing,” Ohmiller said. “Not only lacrosse is big professional there, but there’s football, basketball, hockey. Seeing lacrosse develop at the youth level from the grassroots, it’s getting those athletes to envision those moments for themselves.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 02, 2023, 07:45:27 pm
19-3 win over SDST.  it was 10-1 in the first quarter. https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2023/3/1/womens-lacrosse-hot-scoring-leads-no-5-6-womens-lacrosse-to-dominant-win-over-san-diego-state

https://www.sbstatesman.com/2023/03/02/no-6-stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-destroys-san-diego-state/

up to #17 stanford tomorrow.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 03, 2023, 09:20:08 pm
stanford went up 6-0 by the 2nd quarter.  odd for us, but lots of saves, faceoffs, and infractions, and that's how that happens.

but we won, 14-11.  that's 4-0 with three top 25 wins already.  this was the only game that was even close.

GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 03, 2023, 09:51:48 pm
stanford went up 6-0 by the 2nd quarter.  odd for us, but lots of saves, faceoffs, and infractions, and that's how that happens.

but we won, 14-11.  that's 4-0 with three top 25 wins already.  this was the only game that was even close.

GO SB
Gutsy comeback. A lot of questionable calls in this game. The officiating was brutal in my opinion. Great win tho.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 06, 2023, 11:51:30 am
#4/#4 this week, taking on #3/#3 northwestern.

https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/wdi/polls/2023

https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/denver-up-to-no-6-in-nike-usa-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on March 06, 2023, 06:25:52 pm
#4/#4 this week, taking on #3/#3 northwestern.

https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/wdi/polls/2023

https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/denver-up-to-no-6-in-nike-usa-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20

This is going to be a tough game
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 08, 2023, 09:14:50 am
Alyssa's Top 25: Several Unexpected Results, The Year of the Zone, Plus a Hot Take
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/alyssa-s-top-25-several-unexpected-results-the-year-of-the-zone-plus-a-hot-take/60881

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Syracuse, Stony Brook, Denver, and James Madison all have been impressive on the defensive end—all playing stifling zones that make their opponents play “ugly lacrosse”—baiting risky passes and forcing teams to rely on ball movement and chemistry to beat them rather than pure speed and athleticism when dodging 1v1.

5. Stony Brook
The beginning of Stony Brook’s tilt with Stanford was ugly if you’re a Seawolves fan. They struggled to win draws, gave up some penalties, and didn’t get quality possessions offensively. But with solid in-game adjustments, Stony Brook turned the tide, showing why they’re in the mix of amongst the best of the best.

Ellie Masera continues to dominate offensively, playing more of an attacking role than years past. She remains a huge factor on the draw, beating players to the ball on repeat and could easily be one of the most explosive players on the field. Neutralizing her impact is necessary if you’re looking to top the Seawolves.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 08, 2023, 09:17:05 am
Lacrosse: What To Watch For: No. 3 Northwestern prepares to defend home turf against No. 4 Stony Brook
https://dailynorthwestern.com/2023/03/07/lateststories/lacrosse-what-to-watch-for-no-3-northwestern-prepares-to-defend-home-turf-against-no-4-stony-brook/

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However, graduate student attacker Izzy Scane missed both games with a “day-to-day” injury, according to Amonte Hiller. Other players had to step up in her absence, and the Cats’ offense — excluding an eight-minute second quarter stretch against Vanderbilt — was business as usual.

Scane leads her team in points and goals, with 33 and 27, respectively. Scane will face the Seawolves on more than two weeks’ rest and will likely look to make up for lost time.

Coykendall, Scane, sophomore midfielder and defender Samantha White and graduate student goalkeeper Molly Laliberty each have played a vital role in the team’s early success. Coykendall and Scane’s efforts quickly jump out in the stat sheet, but White and Laliberty have been crucial to solidifying the Cats’ defensive effort.

With Rhatigan, Scane and Coykendall posing a possible triple threat on the attack, Stony Brook coach Joe Spallina must prepare a thorough defensive scheme to try and slow the Cats’ attack, or his team will enter a shootout against the nation’s top scoring side.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 09, 2023, 05:53:18 pm
Women's Weekend Watch: Three Top 10 Clashes & A Pair of Conference Foes
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/women-s-weekend-watch-three-top-10-clashes-a-pair-of-conference-foes/60898

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Friday, March 10
No. 4 Stony Brook at No. 3 Northwestern, 8 p.m. EST
The Seawolves have three ranked wins under their belt, most recently in comeback fashion against No. 18 Stanford. Northwestern has two ranked wins on the season, the most recent being a 15-14 victory over Boston College on February 19th.

The Northwestern offense has been on a tear since its season opening loss to Syracuse. Averaging over 20 goals a game, the Wildcats have four different players with 20 or more points through six games. Their leading scorer being a longtime star, Izzy Scane who’s notched 33 points (27G, 6A) through four games.

Scane was missing from the Northwestern lineup last weekend and would be a huge loss for the Wildcats when going up against Stony Brook’s dominant zone defense. With or without Scane, the Wildcats do have several other offensive weapons that the Seawolves will have to account for.

What Northwestern does so well offensively is balancing their sides of attack. With Erin Coykendall and Scane typically working the right-hand side, Madison Taylor (17G, 4A) and Dylan Amonte (14G, 6A) anchor the left side, either sending backside cuts or waiting for the ball to swing to their side and quickly attacking seams as their opponent shifts.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 11, 2023, 07:45:30 am
ladies lose at NW, 13-8

https://www.insidenu.com/2023/3/12/23635726/lacrosse-northwestern-bests-no-4-stony-brook-13-8
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 13, 2023, 12:29:07 pm
IL #5 https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/wdi/polls/2023

USL #5 https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/clemson-ranked-in-nike-usa-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20-for-first-time


Scane Train is Back Again, Leads Northwestern Over Stony Brook in Top 5 Clash
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/scane-train-is-back-again-leads-northwestern-over-stony-brook-in-top-5-clash/60907
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on March 14, 2023, 06:17:53 am
Ok. A 13-8 loss AT Northwestern does not mean the sky is falling...

We are 3-1 against ranked teams. Syracuse/Rutgers still to play. Plenty of opportunities to continue to improve the resume

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 14, 2023, 08:22:32 pm
Ok. A 13-8 loss AT Northwestern does not mean the sky is falling...

We are 3-1 against ranked teams. Syracuse/Rutgers still to play. Plenty of opportunities to continue to improve the resume
Really a 12-8 loss if you discount NW’s best player scoring with 1 second left in the game for no reason other than being the classless program that NW is. (but they seem to get a pass).  If I were Spallina, I would’ve pulled the team off the field for final draw control with 0:01 on the clock. NW is notorious over the years for running up scores on inferior opponents and stat padding. This was a dirty game: 10 yellow cards and over 40 fouls between the two squads. On a side note, one Yale parent was trolling coach Spallina and the womens program on Twitter - even went as far as to call for  an NCAA investigation and boycott of our women’s team b/c her daughter suffered an unfortunate season-ending injury when we played Yale. We aren’t a blue blood and aren’t supposed to be this good so now the narrative is we play a dirty/violent brand of lacrosse.  It’s laughable.  It really is remarkable what this program has accomplished over the years with Spallina given the lack of respect/support from NCAA committee and others.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Accelerator on March 14, 2023, 11:46:09 pm
That parent is on the board of directors for the Disney Company, so it's just some big-shot trying to raise a storm with her profile
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 15, 2023, 01:14:00 pm
https://www.espn.com/college-sports/story/_/id/35861399/college-lacrosse-groups-reexamine-women-game-rules-injury
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Accelerator on March 15, 2023, 01:35:20 pm
"(Carolyn Everson is a member of the board of directors for the Walt Disney Company, ESPN's parent company.)"

At least the article acknowledges the paid bias!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 15, 2023, 01:54:31 pm
i did notice that...  ;D
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on March 15, 2023, 04:45:50 pm
"(Carolyn Everson is a member of the board of directors for the Walt Disney Company, ESPN's parent company.)"

At least the article acknowledges the paid bias!

No worries. Soon enough there will be men playing women Lacrosse. So the physicality of the game will be much more intense. They should where chest and head protectors just like the men do.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 16, 2023, 12:46:57 am
That parent is on the board of directors for the Disney Company, so it's just some big-shot trying to raise a storm with her profile
True. But for someone of her “status” to take to Twitter to call for the boycott of an entire lacrosse program is pathetic. It’s unfortunate what happened to her daughter but I watched the replay several times and saw nothing especially egregious on the part of our defender.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 17, 2023, 12:32:24 pm
2023 ILWomen Tewaaraton Watchlist: Early Season
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/slideshow/2023-ilwomen-tewaaraton-watchlist-early-season/207?slide=5

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Contender: 5. Ellie Masera, Stony Brook

Masera has played more of a role as an attacker in 2023 than in years past, leading the Seawolves with 21 goals and four assists. The dynamic junior also leads in draw controls (32) as a key circle player.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 19, 2023, 04:47:02 pm
NW knocked off #1 UNC today by 4. Things are gonna get interesting at the top. Our game vs. Syracuse on Wed is huge.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 20, 2023, 11:59:34 am
#6 https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/wdi/polls/2023

#6 https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/syracuse-assumes-top-spot-in-nike-usa-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on March 20, 2023, 12:51:19 pm
Wednesday’s game against #1 Syracuse is on ESPNU. I see a 5 goal Orange win but would be happy if proven wrong.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 22, 2023, 08:47:02 am
thanks ry1. 

REMINDER


#6 wlax takes on #1 cuse in the dome tonight at 8pm on ESPNU. GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 23, 2023, 07:52:32 am
ladies lost 16-11.  i didnt get to see it. https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2023/3/22/womens-lacrosse-mitchells-career-day-not-enough-as-no-6-womens-lacrosse-falls-to-no-1-syracuse.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 23, 2023, 12:12:58 pm
video highlightys and recap: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/it-s-good-to-be-orange-ward-carney-connection-draw-success-equals-another-top-10-cuse-win/61009

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 23, 2023, 12:25:35 pm
It was a back and forth battle for 2 quarters trading leads but Cuse possessed the ball way more than us. They just executed better from start to finish. Another year and we remain in that next tier of teams. Rutgers has fallen off the map since being a preseason top ten team. So, we won’t have a “top ten” win on the resume come  tourney time and seeding. It’s unfortunate.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 23, 2023, 12:31:38 pm
Taylor's 10: The Positional Player of the Year Discussion
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/taylors-10-the-positional-player-of-the-year-discussion

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Contenders: Belle Smith (Boston College) and Ellie Masera (Stony Brook)

Argument for Masera: Masera is the spark plug for the Seawolves offense and has been a force on the offensive end. With 34 points in seven games, she is making her presence known with her killer speed, shifty footwork and a hard and accurate shot from distance. The area of her game where she is most impactful though is the draw circle. She’s secured 37 draws and helps Stony Brook keep momentum with a make-it-take-it feel.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 23, 2023, 12:32:49 pm
Women's Tewaaraton Stock Watch: New Names Enter 'Next Five' Conversation
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/womens-tewaaraton-stock-watch-new-names-enter-next-five-conversation

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2. Ellie Masera, M, Stony Brook

The USA Lacrosse Magazine Preseason Midfielder of the Year, Masera has certainly played the part. She was all over the stat sheet in a win against Delaware last weekend, recording seven goals, one assist, two ground balls, one caused turnover and one draw control. She was less impactful on the offensive end against Syracuse on Wednesday, but she posted four draw controls and four ground balls. These dynamic performances are just two snapshots of a masterful season featuring 28 goals, 37 draw controls and 14 ground balls. A powerful player on both ends of the field, Masera will prove key as the Seawolves look to rebound following their loss to the Orange.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 27, 2023, 12:07:06 pm
#6 https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/wdi/polls

#7 https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/syracuse-survives-test-still-no-1-in-nike-usa-lacrosse-d-i-womens-top-20

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 28, 2023, 03:51:25 pm
Alyssa's Top 25: So Long, March Lacrosse
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/alyssa-s-top-25-so-long-march-lacrosse/61050https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/alyssa-s-top-25-so-long-march-lacrosse/61050

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6. Stony Brook
Although the Seawolves missed out on their last big opportunity to pull off a big-time win against Syracuse to bolster its eventual NCAA Tournament seeding, there's no doubt that they're among the top teams in Division I.

They’ve stormed through CAA competition early in the season thus far, earning wins against Delaware and Elon. Ellie Masera leads the CAA in goals per game (4.25) and points per game (5.00), helping boost the top scoring offense (14.75 GPG) in the league.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 30, 2023, 08:21:23 am
another good win- https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2023/3/29/womens-lacrosse-no-6-womens-lacrosse-erases-early-deficit-en-route-to-win-over-johns-hopkins.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 31, 2023, 09:27:02 am
2023 Women's DI Midseason All Americans: 10 Programs Make Up First Team of Stars
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/women-s-di-midseason-all-americans-ten-programs-comprise-first-team-of-stars/61065

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First Team
A   Ellie Masera   Stony Brook   Jr.

Honorable Mention
A   Kailyn Hart   Stony Brook   Sr.
D   Haley Dillon   Stony Brook   Gr.
D   Clare Levy           Stony Brook   Jr.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 31, 2023, 01:13:28 pm
2023 ILWomen Tewaaraton Watchlist: Early Season
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/slideshow/2023-ilwomen-tewaaraton-watchlist-early-season/207?slide=5


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Contender: 5. Ellie Masera, Stony Brook

Masera has played more of a role as an attacker in 2023 than in years past, leading the Seawolves with 21 goals and four assists. The dynamic junior also leads in draw controls (32) as a key circle player.




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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 02, 2023, 07:54:50 pm
ladies beat drexel 15-3.  it was 11-0 at half.  still some tests left (including Rutgers) but the team is picking up where the left off in the AEC. https://stonybrookathletics.com/sports/womens-lacrosse/stats/2023/drexel/boxscore/10965
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 03, 2023, 12:23:37 pm
#6 https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/wdi/polls/2023

#7 https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/denver-enters-top-3-of-nike-usa-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 05, 2023, 09:07:53 am
No. 6 Stony Brook women’s lacrosse rides first-half shutout to another blowout win
https://www.sbstatesman.com/2023/04/03/no-6-stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-rides-first-half-shutout-to-another-blowout-win/


Bracketology: 29-Team Women's Field Destined to Feature Fresh Faces
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/bracketology-29-team-womens-field-destined-to-feature-fresh-faces

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In the CAA, the Seawolves have effectively replaced JMU as the top team. But the more things change, the more they stay the same. Stony Brook boasts a high RPI (6th), a lofty ranking in the human polls (7th), and a solid strength of schedule (18th). Nevertheless, Stony Brook begins our first round of bracket projections on the seeding bubble due to the teams ahead winning better games. This may portend the annual consternation about where the Seawolves are slotted come May 7.

Our seeding bubble includes six teams vying for the final two spots: Notre Dame, Stony Brook, Florida, Boston College, Virginia and Loyola. There are plenty of quality games on everyone’s schedule that can shuffle things around.

Stony Brook CAA
RPI 6
SOS 18
1-10 0-2
11-20 2-0
Top Win Drexel (16)
40+L -
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on April 05, 2023, 10:16:50 am
Its been hard for the ladies to break past the ceiling. I hope Spallina can tear through that ceiling somehow this tournament.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on April 06, 2023, 04:01:49 pm
Its been hard for the ladies to break past the ceiling. I hope Spallina can tear through that ceiling somehow this tournament.

Spallina is a great, smart coach. Loved by all. The problem is not him, but the university he works for. Top talent from Long Island high schools doesn’t want to attend SBU. They rather go to a more fun, recognizable school. Yeah, yeah, I know. SBU is top 50 in the country academically. But these girls have one thing on their minds. And that is to be part of a championship team. Not top 10. Because of this issue. The top, local talent out of HS will go to Boston College, Syracuse, NC, North Western, etc..

I have been watching the girls for many years and they are good. They have grit, heart, and passion for winning. But they are not top in D1, when it comes to recruiting.

That’s my take on it anyways. I just dont see Spallina ever winning the trophy here at SBU. If he would like to coach for a Power 5 conference team mentioned above, then yes. He can and will win it all. Until that day comes, he won't ever win that Trophy here at SBU, ever..
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 08, 2023, 08:05:01 am
still plowing through the conference- 20-5 road victory at monmouth.  hart had a hat trick in the first 4 minutes.  halftime was 12-2.  monmouth only had 8 shots on goal.

https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2023/4/7/womens-lacrosse-hot-scoring-rolls-no-6-womens-lacrosse-past-monmouth.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on April 08, 2023, 04:23:31 pm
No. 6 Stony Brook women’s lacrosse rides first-half shutout to another blowout win
https://www.sbstatesman.com/2023/04/03/no-6-stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-rides-first-half-shutout-to-another-blowout-win/


Bracketology: 29-Team Women's Field Destined to Feature Fresh Faces
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/bracketology-29-team-womens-field-destined-to-feature-fresh-faces

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In the CAA, the Seawolves have effectively replaced JMU as the top team. But the more things change, the more they stay the same. Stony Brook boasts a high RPI (6th), a lofty ranking in the human polls (7th), and a solid strength of schedule (18th). Nevertheless, Stony Brook begins our first round of bracket projections on the seeding bubble due to the teams ahead winning better games. This may portend the annual consternation about where the Seawolves are slotted come May 7.

Our seeding bubble includes six teams vying for the final two spots: Notre Dame, Stony Brook, Florida, Boston College, Virginia and Loyola. There are plenty of quality games on everyone’s schedule that can shuffle things around.

Stony Brook CAA
RPI 6
SOS 18
1-10 0-2
11-20 2-0
Top Win Drexel (16)
40+L -

We Battled on the road but lost to the top two teams in the country.  We won’t have a top 10 win and strength of schedule will not benefit us when it comes to the “selection committee” and seeding. Denver and JMU are having seasons few expected, making things even more difficult. I can see us maybe getting 7-8 seed but would prefer to be unseeded and playing in a bracket that feeds into the 4-5-6 seed. I think that gives us a better path. We are capable of picking off one of those seeds and then being better situated in the QC round. Getting the 8 seed just sets us up to head to Cuse to play the best team in the country in the QC - a very tall task.  This program is starving for a Final Four appearance and I hope they are still ascending to a level of play that can make it possible this year.  They certainly have the coach.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 10, 2023, 12:22:16 pm
#6 https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/wdi/polls/2023

#7 https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/penn-usc-join-nike-usa-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 11, 2023, 04:16:01 pm
Alyssa's Top 25: Quiet Week in the Top 10 as Regular Season Dwindles While Penn Makes Jump
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/alyssa-s-top-25-quiet-week-in-the-top-10-as-regular-season-dwindles-while-penn-makes-jump/61162


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6. Stony Brook
Set to play Rutgers on Wednesday as the final out-of-conference matchup on their schedule before finishing with the remaining CAA opponents they’ve yet to play.





Bracketology: Significant Bubble Shakeups Following Initial Bracket Forecast
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/bracketology-significant-bubble-shakeups-following-initial-bracket-forecast


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The Gators were essentially the first team out of seeding last week, but their numbers continue to be impressive (9th RPI, 15th SOS), and a valuable win over Loyola earlier this season helps, too. That leaves Stony Brook as the first unseeded squad despite a No. 7 RPI.

Stony Brook’s best wins are against Yale, Drexel and Michigan. Florida also beat Michigan. It’s possible that numbers shift, and the Seawolves’ resume looks better to get them in the top eight again.

Stony Brook CAA
RPI 7
SOS 20
1-10 0-2
11-20 3-3
Top Win Yale (15)
40+L —
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on April 12, 2023, 07:31:05 pm
Game against Rutgers is televised now on the Big10 network (DIRECTV).
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on April 12, 2023, 08:42:42 pm
Down 2 at the half.  Our Goalie play needs to step up big time and make some timely saves. I don’t think we have single save in the first half at Rutgers. Can’t just hide behind our defense.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on April 12, 2023, 08:48:48 pm
…..and our back up Goalie is in the cage to start the second half.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on April 12, 2023, 09:34:00 pm
Appears any chance at a championship season has disappeared.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on April 12, 2023, 09:35:54 pm
Losing to Rutgers is going to ruin any chance of getting a seed. This year’s team is weak. In comparison to previous years. It happens.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on April 12, 2023, 09:36:04 pm
This Team doesn’t have it. Rutgers was better all nite. Gonna be a bad loss and will dramatically shift ranking/ post season positioning. Oh well. It’s all about a conference title now and then post season whatever. We are very weak at goalie in comparison to previous years.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on April 12, 2023, 09:40:42 pm
I can’t remember a worse loss in the Spallina era
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Accelerator on April 12, 2023, 10:14:12 pm
Rutgers wasn't even ranked??? WTF. I could have sworn I saw that they were like #7 when I was on the Stony Brook schedule page last week.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 12, 2023, 10:48:01 pm
i saw the first half, we did look a bit sluggish.  rutgers is ok.  keep in mind we beat them in the last two NCAAs so they had that on their mind.  midweek road game is always a trap.

while its bad, does this really change much?  we were headed for no seed anyway.  i think we are the team no one wants to play now- unseeded team comes in and everyone knows we are usually a top 5-7 team, prime for upset.

bad games happen.  just usually not to this team.  fact is we lost to #1 and #2.  and rutgers of course.  so we'll be ok. GO SB
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on April 12, 2023, 11:18:14 pm
Rutgers wasn't even ranked??? WTF. I could have sworn I saw that they were like #7 when I was on the Stony Brook schedule page last week.
Rutgers was pre-season ranked #7 and fell off the map after a lot of losses. Not sure why the #7 still appears next to their name on our schedule. Probably just never updated. But, yea they are currently unranked.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 13, 2023, 11:27:05 am
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/wednesday-women-s-di-roundup-rutgers-stuns-seawolves-loyola-cruises-past-tigers/61177
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 13, 2023, 11:29:14 am
Taylor's 10: The ABCs of the 2023 Season
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/taylors-10-the-abcs-of-the-2023-season

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H: Similar to Northwestern’s Coykendall, Stony Brook’s Kailyn Hart doesn’t always get the praise she deserves. With 30 goals and 19 assists, the Seawolves’ dynamic lefty feeder has continued to be a phenomenal dual-threat quarterback. She sees the field well, always takes risks and always seems to find the back of the net in big moments.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on April 13, 2023, 11:58:21 am
Rutgers wasn't even ranked??? WTF. I could have sworn I saw that they were like #7 when I was on the Stony Brook schedule page last week.
The #7 was actually correct in a way. They have 7 losses on the season. Makes the loss even worse.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 17, 2023, 12:10:14 pm
#11 https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/b1g-shakeups-in-nike-usa-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20

#9 https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/wdi/polls/2023
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on April 18, 2023, 09:18:57 am
Well... Lets just wait till the NCAAs and see how the ladies perform. Hoping for the best.

I hope Spallina doesn't feel he reached a glass ceiling at Stony Brook and leaves somewhere else.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on April 18, 2023, 03:39:10 pm
Well... Lets just wait till the NCAAs and see how the ladies perform. Hoping for the best.

I hope Spallina doesn't feel he reached a glass ceiling at Stony Brook and leaves somewhere else.

I think Spallina is still locked into a long contract extension. I don't see him leaving anytime soon. Unless a P5 school goes after him. Then he's a goner.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 18, 2023, 08:20:23 pm
Alyssa Top 25: Midweek Upsets Shake Things Up
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/alyssa-top-25-midweek-upsets-shake-things-up/61218

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10. Stony Brook
The Seawolves were another team last week that were bit by a midweek upset, falling to Rutgers 12-7 last Wednesday.

The Seawolves bounced back majorly, dropping 20 goals on William and Mary as Ellie Masera notched four goals and two assists to pace the offense after being held to zero points against the Scarlet Knights.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 18, 2023, 08:21:45 pm
Bracketology: Villanova In, Richmond Out in Latest Women's Bracket Projection
https://usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/bracketology-villanova-in-richmond-out-in-latest-womens-bracket-projection

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Stony Brook CAA
RPI 10
SOS 21
1-10 0-2
11-20 3-0
Top Win Michigan (17)
40+L 10



Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 22, 2023, 02:14:55 pm
win today at towson, 14-11.  all 14G were assisted; 8 of which were Creo.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on April 22, 2023, 04:00:05 pm
Looks like we clinched the top seed in the CAA tourney.  I assume we will now host the tourney as well? Towson’s schedule indicates that the CAA tourney is at Towson. Perhaps just a mistake but curious.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on April 22, 2023, 04:35:13 pm
Looks like we clinched the top seed in the CAA tourney.  I assume we will now host the tourney as well? Towson’s schedule indicates that the CAA tourney is at Towson. Perhaps just a mistake but curious.
Nevermind. Towson is in fact the host site for the conference tourney this year.  I guess the CAA does it different than the AE conference.  Personally, I think the top seed should always host the conference tourney. 
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Accelerator on April 23, 2023, 05:54:26 am
Terrible. Just like when the America East was obsessed with hosting the basketball tournament at Albany every year even though we were the higher seed
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 24, 2023, 12:23:46 pm
#10 https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/northwesterns-turn-at-no-1-in-nike-usa-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20

#10 https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/wdi/polls/2023
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 25, 2023, 01:45:19 pm
Bracketology: Syracuse Remains Top Overall Seed in Latest Projection
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/bracketology-syracuse-remains-top-overall-seed-in-latest-projection

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Two other results shifted RPI in dramatic fashion up and down the board — Johns Hopkins going 2-0 against Towson and Penn State. That made Hopkins tournament-eligible at 8-7 and moved the Blue Jays up to 13th in the RPI.

This gives significant victories to teams like Northwestern, James Madison, Maryland, Stony Brook, Penn and Drexel.


Stony Brook CAA
RPI 9
SOS 20
1-10 0-2
11-20 3-0
Top Win Johns Hopkins (13)
40+L —
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 28, 2023, 12:52:46 pm
Taylor's 10: Recapping Rivalry Week
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/taylors-10-recapping-rivalry-week


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Stony Brook 14, Towson 11

Newly forged conference rivals, Stony Brook and Towson went to battle on Saturday in what very likely will be the CAA conference championship game. I was impressed with how well Towson dissected the Seawolves’ zone, as well as their ability to limit All-American midfielder Ellie Masera to three goals. However, that limitation of Masera came at a price, as Stony Brook attacker Jolie Creo was able to have much more time and room to feed. She finished the day with a mighty impressive eight assists and could be the hidden gem for Stony Brook moving forward.


(https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/sites/default/files/images/articles/0-2023StonyB-TU-WD1-JS06.jpg)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on April 29, 2023, 08:14:35 am
Women’s Lacrosse Defeats Hofstra to Clinch First-Ever CAA Regular Season Title
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2023/4/28/womens-lacrosse-womens-lacrosse-defeats-hofstra-to-clinch-first-ever-caa-regular-season-title.aspx

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The Stony Brook women's lacrosse team closed out yet another perfect conference regular season; however, this time it was for the CAA. The Seawolves defeated Hofstra, 18-6, on Friday evening at Kenneth P. LaValle to secure their first-ever CAA regular season crown.

Stony Brook averaged a 11.6 goal margin against CAA opponents this season, holding six of the seven teams to six goals or fewer.

Joe Spallina's club extended its conference winning streak as they won their 67th consecutive contest against conference opposition, the longest conference winning streak in the NCAA.

The Seawolves head to Towson, Md. to compete in the CAA Tournament. The squad enters as the No. 1 seed and will play the No. 4 seed in the semifinals on Thursday, May 4th at 12 p.m. The game will be broadcast live on LacrosseTV.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 01, 2023, 12:07:43 pm
#11 https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/wdi/polls/2023

#10 https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/boston-college-soaring-now-no-2-in-nike-usa-lacrosse-d-i-womens-top-20



Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 01, 2023, 12:16:39 pm
2023 NCAA Division I Women's Lacrosse Conference Championship Central
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/2023-ncaa-division-i-womens-lacrosse-conference-championship-central


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COLONIAL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION
Towson Md.
Semifinals – Thursday, May 4

(1) Stony Brook vs. (4) Delaware  – 12 p.m. (Lacrosse TV)
(2) Towson vs. (3)  Drexel – 2:30 p.m. (Lacrosse TV)

Championship – Sunday, May 6
12:30 p.m. (Lacrosse TV)
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 03, 2023, 03:45:56 pm
Spallina and Masera Earn Major Awards; Seven Seawolves Earn All-Conference Selections for Women’s Lacrosse
https://caasports.com/news/2023/5/2/delaware-headlines-caa-mens-lacrosse-postseason-honors-with-three-major-awards.aspx

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Junior midfielder Ellie Masera was tabbed CAA Midfielder of the Year while head coach Joe Spallina was named CAA Coach of the Year, highlighting the postseason conference honors for Stony Brook. Masera was also honored on the league's All-Conference First Team and was joined by Kailyn Hart and Clare Levy. Morgan Mitchell, Jaden Hampel, Charlotte Verhulst, and Haley Dillon earned Second Team All-Conference honors.

https://caasports.com/news/2023/5/3/drexel-stony-brook-delaware-collect-major-awards-for-2023-caa-womens-lacrosse-season.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 03, 2023, 10:54:34 pm
https://www.sbstatesman.com/2023/05/03/no-11-stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-plays-fourth-seeded-delaware-in-caa-semifinals/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 04, 2023, 12:11:38 pm
masera still in the tewey discussion.  at this point so much depends on how your team does. https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/womens-tewaaraton-stock-watch-last-weeks-chaos-makes-little-impact
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 04, 2023, 03:05:43 pm
Ladies advance to Championship. LETS GOOOOOOOOO
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 04, 2023, 03:27:43 pm
18-6 https://www.insidelacrosse.com/game/68707/2023
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 04, 2023, 08:22:55 pm
headline, photo, and interview with hart: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/women-s-di-conference-semifinals-stony-brook-powers-past-blue-hens-flames-cruise-more/61370
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 05, 2023, 12:56:33 pm
https://news.stonybrook.edu/university/two-caa-championship-appearances-for-sbu-lacrosse/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: NJ Seawolf on May 06, 2023, 12:41:36 pm
SBU out to a dominant 3-0 lead.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on May 06, 2023, 01:45:41 pm
Loving this.

14-3.

Seawolves WLAX Back to the NCAAs!!!!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Accelerator on May 06, 2023, 02:35:18 pm
19-4 final. Same ol dominance
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on May 07, 2023, 09:16:54 pm
Womens bracket release happening now. SB heads down to play Penn State into the #8 seed Loyola bracket.  Waiting to see how much more the committee screws this up.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 07, 2023, 10:48:34 pm
RPI #10 https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/bracketology-the-final-womens-bracket-projection

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RPI 10
SOS 25
1-10 0-2
11-20 2-0
Top Win Michigan (14)
40+L —



Ellie Masera's five goals and three assists power Stony Brook women's lacrosse to CAA title
https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/womens-lacrosse-stony-brook-s5a4f40c

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Stony Brook will be making a 10th consecutive appearance in the NCAA Tournament. The Seawolves have won at least one NCAA Tourney game in their last six appearances.


Stony Brook's Identity Shines Through to Capture CAA Crown
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/stony-brooks-identity-shines-through-to-capture-caa-crown

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Two weeks ago, Towson played Stony Brook close — a 14-11 loss for the Tigers. Saturday’s game was all Seawolves. They raced to a 7-0 lead and then 8-1 after the first quarter.


2023 CAA Women's Lacrosse Highlights: Stony Brook 19, Towson 4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fOPrY6dPEmA


Ticket Punched: Stony Brook Wins First CAA Title, USC is Back on Top, Jacksonville Wins in OT & More
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/ticket-punched-stony-brook-wins-first-caa-title-usc-is-back-on-top-jacksonville-wins-in-ot-more/61396


No. 11 Stony Brook women’s lacrosse wins first-ever CAA tournament
https://www.sbstatesman.com/2023/05/06/no-11-stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-wins-first-ever-caa-tournament/

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 08, 2023, 08:06:16 am
some analysis with the RPIs listed next to the seeds: https://news.yahoo.com/2023-ncaa-lacrosse-tournaments-guide-100000001.html
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 08, 2023, 08:21:19 am
postgame presser with spallina: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YT5cco6idHY

for whatever it's worth, even though most dont contest the seeding this year, it looks like we were the first one out (again): https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/bracket-analysis-the-division-i-selection-committee-got-it-right

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THE LOYOLA POD
The committee only seeds eight teams, but based on Loyola’s pod, we can assume Stony Brook would have been seeded ninth. The Seawolves, fresh off a drubbing of Towson in the CAA title game, will hit the road for Baltimore for the second weekend in a row. They draw Penn State in the first round, while Loyola plays Fairfield.

Joe Spallina said Saturday that his squad won’t be your typical unseeded team. He thinks they’re peaking at a good time. Loyola-SBU, if it happens, could be one of the better games of the tournament.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 10, 2023, 08:38:57 am
USA Lacrosse Magazine Announces Division I Women's All-Americans
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/usa-lacrosse-magazine-announces-division-i-womens-all-americans-1

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FIRST TEAM
M — Ellie Masera, Stony Brook

THIRD TEAM
D — Clare Levy, Stony Brook

HONORABLE MENTION
A — Kailyn Hart, Stony Brook
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 10, 2023, 06:45:23 pm
No. 10 Stony Brook women’s lacrosse opens NCAA Tournament run against Penn State
https://www.sbstatesman.com/2023/05/10/no-10-stony-brook-womens-lacrosse-opens-ncaa-tournament-run-against-penn-state/


Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 11, 2023, 08:18:58 am
Women's Tewaaraton Stock Watch: The Finalists Prediction
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/womens-tewaaraton-stock-watch-the-finalists-prediction

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Stony Brook’s Ellie Masera put up video game numbers on both sides of the field as the Seawolves ruled the CAA tournament, notching nine goals, five assists, 19 draw controls and three caused turnovers in two games.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 11, 2023, 08:48:01 pm
Decade of dominance: Stony Brook women’s lax earns 10th straight NCAA Tournament appearance
https://greaterlongisland.com/stony-brook-w-lax-10-years-of-dominance/

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Just think about what it takes for a college program to get to an NCAA Tournament for ten straight years.

That’s exactly what Stony Brook University’s women’s lacrosse team has done. The lady Seawolves (14-3, 7-0 CAA) are NCAA Tournament bound for the 10th straight year and will open this year’s tournament on Friday at 3 p.m. when they take on Penn State (11-6, 3-3 Big 10) in Baltimore.

Spallina earned CAA Coach of the Year honors, the seventh time in his career that he was named conference Coach of the Year.

“I think this is an interesting time of the year because you don’t have a really have a ton of time to prepare for teams,” said Spallina. “We have a ton of respect for Penn State. We know that we have to put our best foot forward. Postseason lacrosse, like any other sport is a little different. The stakes are higher. Every play means a little bit more.”

Stony Brook is 2-0 all-time against Penn State, but this will be the first meeting between the schools in the NCAA Tournament.

“In order for us to become a mainstay on the national scene, we knew we had to win the Island and we had to do a good job of recruiting top Long Island kids,” said Spallina who has guided Stony Brook to the NCAA Tournament quarterfinals four times in their last five appearances.

“We knew the only way to do that was being successful. We don’t have a 70,000-seat football stadium.  We don’t have budgets that go through the roof. We have a successful program that’s built on relationships and respect and love amongst our players and our families.”


Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 11, 2023, 08:49:11 pm
Taylor's 10: This Weekend's Top NCAA Tournament Matchups
https://usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/taylors-10-this-weekends-top-ncaa-tournament-matchups

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Stony Brook vs. Penn State

This first-round matchup is going to be wild and is probably one of the toughest of the entire slate on Friday. Both teams are known for their zones on the defensive end. They get top tier, full field play from midfielders O’Neill (Penn State) and Masera (Stony Brook), and they have offenses with multiple threats who are used to attacking zones. These programs have very much mirrored one another throughout this season and will be tough to beat so early in the tournament. Score Prediction: 16-13 Penn State
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 11, 2023, 09:54:17 pm
Three Women's Lacrosse Student-Athletes Earn IWLCA Mid-Atlantic All-Region Honors
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2023/5/11/three-womens-lacrosse-student-athletes-earn-iwlca-mid-atlantic-all-region-honors.aspx

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On the first team was CAA Midfielder of the Year, Ellie Masera, and All-CAA First Team recipient, Kailyn Hart. Junior defender Clare Levy earned second team honors. All three were recognized as USA Lacrosse Magazine All-Americans on Tuesday afternoon.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 11, 2023, 11:19:46 pm
NCAA Women's DI First Round Preview: Most Compelling Matchups — Who Can Make an Upset Run?
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/ncaa-women-s-di-first-round-preview-most-compelling-matchups-who-can-make-an-upset-run-/61459

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Stony Brook vs. Penn State at Loyola, 3 p.m.

It’s been quite some time that Stony Brook hasn’t been a top eight seed and it’s likely that the first-time CAA champions are looking to make a statement from the opening whistle.

More of the offensive production has fallen onto the shoulders of Kristin O’Neill (48 G, 8 A), Meghan Murray (23 G, 9 A) and Brooke Hoss (26 G, 2 A) since. Penn State will need these three to balance the offense in order to break through Stony Brook’s patented zone defense, and as primarily dodgers, if they can draw traffic to one side and get the ball to the backside quickly they may find success.

The Nittany Lions defense will have its hands full against Ellie Masera & Co., the 10th scoring offense in the country which averages 15.35 goals per game.

With all of the scoring firepower that Stony Brook boasts, Penn State will need defensive leaders in Sammy Dupcak (29 CT, 50 GB) and Ellie Hollin (24 CT, 29 GB) to play a role in limiting touches from Stony Brook’s top offensive options.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 12, 2023, 10:18:44 am
Penn State women’s lacrosse to face Stony Brook’s strong offense, weak goaltending in NCAA Tournament
https://www.collegian.psu.edu/sports/women_lacrosse/penn-state-women-s-lacrosse-to-face-stony-brook-s-strong-offense-weak-goaltending-in/article_fc87000c-f0ad-11ed-9e97-03b556357057.html


i think the game was moved to 7pm
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 12, 2023, 10:19:19 am
Know Your Enemy: No. 20 Penn State Women’s Lacrosse vs. No. 10 Stony Brook Seawolves
https://onwardstate.com/2023/05/12/know-your-enemy-no-20-penn-state-womens-lacrosse-vs-no-10-stony-brook/

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 12, 2023, 02:46:51 pm
PSU women’s lacrosse ready for NCAA tourney
https://www.lewistownsentinel.com/sports/penn-state/2023/05/psu-womens-lacrosse-ready-for-ncaa-tourney/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 13, 2023, 12:33:05 pm
Road Warriors: Resilient Stony Brook Beats Penn State, Advances to Round 2
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/road-warriors-resilient-stony-brook-beats-penn-state-advances-to-round-2



Spallina Postgame Presser- sounds like it was all prep and adjustment that won this game: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BUloa_Emhr8



Seawolves Advance Past Nittany Lions
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/survive-and-advance-all-seeded-teams-advance-johns-hopkins-dominates-more/61475



Penn State women’s lacrosse falls apart late, ends 2023 with loss to Stony Brook in NCAA Tournament
https://www.collegian.psu.edu/sports/women_lacrosse/penn-state-women-s-lacrosse-falls-apart-late-ends-2023-with-loss-to-stony-brook/article_ec0f4cc6-f12e-11ed-b41f-ffa4cd343e0f.html



No. 20 Penn State Women’s Lacrosse Overpowered 12-8 By No. 10 Stony Brook, Knocked Out Of NCAA Tournament
https://onwardstate.com/2023/05/12/no-20-penn-state-womens-lacrosse-overpowered-12-8-by-no-10-stony-brook-knocked-out-of-ncaa-tournament/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 13, 2023, 06:45:21 pm
NCAA Women's DI Second Round Preview: First Look at Top Three Seeds, UAlbany Shocking Lacrosse World
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/ncaa-women-s-di-second-round-preview-first-look-at-top-three-seeds-ualbany-shocking-lacrosse-world/61480

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ry1nik on May 14, 2023, 06:02:32 pm
And another mediocre SBU sports year comes to an end. I guess there’s fall football to look forward to (or not).
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 14, 2023, 08:55:23 pm
i only saw the first quarter. https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/defend-and-advance-northwestern-survives-michigan-and-loyola-wins-slugfest-vs-stony-brook/61488

https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/jillian-wilson-wins-pivotal-draw-leads-loyola-past-stony-brook

https://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/college/lacrosse/bal-sp-ncaa-tournament-loyolamaryland-womens-lax-stony-brook-vg-20230514-2whxzqayqfbn5iret4reozntsy-photogallery.html
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Hammertime on May 15, 2023, 01:47:44 am
And another mediocre SBU sports year comes to an end. I guess there’s fall football to look forward to (or not).

People are still blaming Covid for SBU failing athletics, amazing. And last I checked Loyola Maryland was not a Power 5 school.

Delaware almost beat Virginia in men’s Lax.. oh,,well. There’s always next year!!!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 15, 2023, 08:38:44 am
it was duke, but id argue that duke is even better than UVa this year (beat them twice head to head).  so your point is very valid.

in any event, most would agree that ND, Duke, and UVa are the top 3 so the point is the same.  UDel almost beat a very, very good team. 

i saw us play down there last week and UDel is very good.  some dirtbags on the team, and the parents were less than savory, but still a pretty good team.  we gave them a solid run (perhaps twice this year).  they remind me of that Brown F4 team from a few years back that was a threat to score on every single possession (that was Lars, yes, our former head coach).

btw that UDel team, the bulk of the talent i think is in the JR/SR class.  of course, who can tell what that even means these days...
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 18, 2023, 11:17:45 am
ILWomen's 2023 DI All Americans: 30 Different Programs Represented
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/ilwomen-s-2023-di-all-americans-30-different-programs-represented/61526

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Second Team
A   Ellie Masera   Stony Brook   Jr.

Honorable Mention
A   Kailyn Hart   Stony Brook   Sr.
D   Haley Dillon   Stony Brook   Gr.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on May 25, 2023, 04:55:02 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2023/5/25/womens-lacrosse-ellie-masera-named-iwlca-all-american.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on June 28, 2023, 09:25:17 am
USA Women's Box Team Creates Own Light at Player ID Camp
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/usa-insider/usa-womens-box-team-creates-own-light-at-player-id-camp

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“Having to opportunity to try and compete for a medal on the first women’s box team in the United States ever is unreal,” said Ally Kennedy, a gold medalist on the 2022 U.S. women’s field team.

Kennedy and Moreno are new to box lacrosse and that will be part of the process over the next year, getting players acclimated to a discipline of the sport not many women in the country are familiar with playing.

“It was a little bit of a short window because I had to get all my gear, get my stick strung and kind of figure it out,” Kennedy said. “I don’t really have many places where there are box goals available, so I just tried to get as used to my stick and playing with gloves as possible before I came here.”

Kennedy had played box lacrosse just once during some preseason training in college at Stony Brook. Her first training session was eye-opening.

“It’s way more tiring than I thought it was going to be,” Kennedy said. “As a midfielder playing field, I thought that was the most running and the most exhausted I’ll ever be playing lacrosse, but I was wrong. Box being so much more physical made it even more tiring than just running straight up and down.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 12, 2023, 06:51:23 pm
https://ohiostatebuckeyes.com/ally-kennedy-named-assistant-coach-for-the-buckeyes/
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 19, 2023, 01:34:14 pm
Kylie Ohlmiller: ‘I Don’t Think My Story is Done Yet’
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/pro/athletes-unlimited/kylie-ohlmiller-%E2%80%98i-don%E2%80%99t-think-my-story-is-done-yet%E2%80%99

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Kylie Ohlmiller is known for a few things. There was her not-remotely-Gatsby upbringing in the town of Islip (N.Y.), an hour yet a world away from Long Island’s Gold Coast destinations like Manhasset. Then, she had a meteoric rise from unheralded recruit to Tewaaraton Award finalist at Stony Brook to U.S. national team gold medalist. And lest we forget — could we ever? — the highlight-reel behind-the-back goals that made her a fixture on ESPN’s “SportsCenter.”

But Ohlmiller didn’t get to be surrounded by many of the same women, like Charlotte North and Apuzzo, a couple of weeks later when everyone moved in for the second season of Athletes Unlimited at USA Lacrosse headquarters in Sparks, Md. Unable to have surgery for six weeks because she had to let her MCL heal on its own, Ohlmiller found herself in an unfamiliar spot: On her couch. It would be understandable if she turned on something — anything — other than lacrosse. But that’s not how Ohlmiller rolls.

It’s a journey Ohlmiller’s longest-term teammate knows well. Her younger sister, Taryn, tore her ACL in the 2018 NCAA tournament with Stony Brook and played on a torn one in 2021. She got motivation from a quote she found early in her recovery: “Grow through what we go through,” a line she quickly passed on to her big sister.

“Immediately when she was with me in the training room, she was like, ‘Alright, sister. We grow through what we go through,’” Ohlmiller said.

Vision board material aside, Ohlmiller found herself looking up to her little sister during some of the hardest moments of her career.

“She has been a sounding board,” Ohlmiller said. “Anyone who has gone through this knows there are little wins and steppingstones. … She was awesome in the sense that over family dinners, I could be like, ‘Is it supposed to be like this?’ She’s an inspiration and my best friend.’”

“I don’t think my story is done yet,” Ohlmiller said. “I don’t know what the ending of it looks like or the end of my career looks like. I don’t have a five-year plan. I knew it wasn’t how I wanted to close the page.”

“Sometimes, you take advantage of it even when you don’t mean to,” Ohlmiller said. “I think I was getting to a place like that last summer. I needed to wake up and realize the privilege I’ve had to be able to play at the highest level and call this my job. I’ve taken a step back and refocused on how much it means to me and how much it means to pick up my stick every day.”



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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 21, 2023, 08:57:36 am
Long Island's lacrosse alumni help blaze trail with Athletes Unlimited
Kylie Ohlmiller, a former Stony Brook University and Islip High School lacrosse star, plays for Athletes Unlimited.
https://www.newsday.com/sports/lacrosse/athletes-unlimited-womens-lacrosse-taylor-moreno-kylie-ohlmiller-sam-apuzzo-twmtk3yw

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Athletes Unlimited, launched in March 2020, has women’s professional leagues for softball, volleyball, basketball and lacrosse. Its goal was to provide opportunities for different athletes to make money playing the sport they love, and doing so with a player-centric mentality and vastly different format from traditional sports.

The third season of Athletes Unlimited’s women’s lacrosse begins Thursday and will be shown on various ESPN platforms.

Moreno is one of 15 Long Island players taking part in this summer’s Athletes Unlimited season. It’s a four-week season with three games per week, played by 56 of the best women’s lacrosse players in the country, that is unlike anything else in professional sports.

“There are tons of players who have an insane fan base for themselves, so I think what Athletes Unlimited is doing is definitely tailoring toward that, while also making sure the point system favors the team aspect of the game,” said Kylie Ohlmiller, an Islip native who set the NCAA women’s lacrosse all-time scoring record while playing at Stony Brook. “It’s really fun for fans to follow, if you’re following an individual or just lacrosse in general.”

Ohlmiller understands that she can help be an example and a role model for younger players.

“We might not have had something to look forward or dream about when we were their age because it didn’t exist, but that didn’t mean we weren’t dreaming of playing at the highest level,” Ohlmiller said. “So we understand what that means to them and now they have something to look at and aspire to. I know a lot of us don’t take that responsibility lightly.”

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on July 31, 2023, 10:52:55 am
2023 Women's Top 30: How Stony Brook Fared vs. Projections
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/2023-womens-top-30-how-stony-brook-fared-vs-projections

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STONY BROOK WOMEN’S LACROSSE
Nike/USA Lacrosse Preseason/Final Top 20 Ranking: 4/10
2023 record: 15-4 (7-0 CAA)

WHAT WENT RIGHT
In its first year in the CAA, Stony Brook treated its new league similarly to the way it treated America East. The Seawolves ran the table in conference play, beating every team except Towson by double-digit margins in the regular season. And Stony Brook quickly dispatched the Tigers in a 19-4 win in the CAA title game.

In a back-and-forth affair in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, Stony Brook pulled away with a three-goal fourth quarter to down Penn State, 12-8. Despite not having an All-American goalie in cage, the Seawolves' backer zone was once again stout, ranking fourth in Division I in scoring defense at 7.89 goals allowed per game.

Preseason Midfielder of the Year Ellie Masera pieced together an All-American junior season. Stony Brook’s clear offensive leader ranked in the top 10 nationally in goals per game (3.75) and points per game (5). Masera is listed as a midfielder but is often less active on the defensive end. Still, her contributions in the circle (team-high 120 draws) and on the ride (19 caused turnovers) cannot be questioned.

WHAT WENT WRONG
Stony Brook beat two teams in the postseason Top 20 (No. 13 Michigan and No. 15 Johns Hopkins), plus bounced No. 18 from the NCAA tournament. But the Seawolves lacked a top-10 win, playing No. 1 Northwestern and No. 3 Syracuse close in eventual losses. Perhaps the biggest blow to SBU’s season came in a 12-7 defeat at unranked Rutgers on April 12, which all but squashed hopes of hosting the first two rounds of the NCAA tournament.

Stony Brook bowed out in a 9-8 loss to No. 8 Loyola in the second round. Tied at halftime, the Greyhounds outscored the Seawolves 4-0 in the third quarter. Stony Brook rallied with four of its own in the fourth quarter, but Loyola also put one in. Jillian Wilson’s draw control win in the waning seconds kept Stony Brook from making its third-straight trip to the quarterfinals.

SEASON HIGHLIGHT
Running away with the program’s first conference championship as a member of the CAA, throttling Towson 19-4 just two weeks after eking out a 14-11 win over the Tigers.

VERDICT
Stony Brook might be a mid-major, but the Seawolves don’t act that way under head coach Joe Spallina. When Spallina took over a team that had won four games in 2011, his goal was a national championship appearance in 2012. The 2023 season was not “the one.” Still, it’s difficult to write off a season with 15 victories (including two against Big Ten teams), a conference title and an NCAA tournament first-round win as a lost opportunity. With players like Masera and defender Clare Levy back next season, it’s hard to see Stony Brook taking a step back — and anyone who has been following along knows the Seawolves will be back following an earlier-than-anticipated exit.



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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 02, 2023, 03:07:09 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2023/8/2/womens-lacrosse-spallina-incoming-freshman-schorr-represent-stony-brook-at-2023-all-american-games.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 13, 2023, 09:04:51 pm
A Deal's a Deal: Beninati Sticks to His Word, Sport's Ohlmiller's Eye Black
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/pro/athletes-unlimited/a-deals-a-deal-beninati-sticks-to-his-word-sports-ohlmillers-eye-black

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Kylie Ohlmiller scored six goals Thursday to tie an Athletes Unlimited single-game record. Joe Beninati wore Ohlmiller's signature eye black the following game.

A deal’s a deal.

Perhaps Joe Beninati had it coming. Kylie Ohlmiller’s never needed extra motivation. Ever since her days at Stony Brook, Ohlmiller liked to play with a chip on her shoulder. As an Athletes Unlimited veteran back for Season 3 after missing Season 2 with an ACL injury, Ohlmiller still has that chip.

When Ohlmiller was mic’d up during Thursday night’s Week 4 game, Athletes Unlimited Lacrosse broadcaster Joe Beninati lit a fire under the U.S. national team gold medalist.

Beninati, an Emmy-winning broadcaster and play-by-play voice of the Washington Capitals, referenced Nicole Levy’s record-tying six-goal performance from earlier this summer. Beninati bet Ohlmiller that if she hit that mark Thursday night, he’d wear her signature eye black during the second game of Saturday’s doubleheader.

And of course Ohlmiller delivered. She scored six goals, the last of which came with 2:34 left in the fourth quarter.

A man of his word, Beninati was all smiles prior to the second game Saturday as Ohlmiller went to work recreating her eye black masterpiece. He wore it as he broadcasted Game 2.

Shoutout to Beninati for sticking to his word. And shoutout to Ohlmiller for tying Athletes Unlimited’s single-game record. Not like she needed more motivation.



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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 14, 2023, 12:02:32 pm
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/2023-women-s-transfer-portal-update-the-final-roundup-of-over-40-di-graduate-transfers/61957
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 14, 2023, 12:04:45 pm
AU Pro Championship Weekend: Ohlmiller Shines and Moreno Keeps Slight Hold on Lead
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/au-pro-championship-weekend-ohlmiller-shines-and-moreno-keeps-slight-hold-on-lead/61960

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Taylor Moreno’s team win thrust her back atop the leaderboard, but it was Kylie Ohlmiller who shined in the win.

Ohlmiller, recovering from her injury in the World Lacrosse Championship, exploded for six goals as Team Moreno cruised to victory. She matched the league’s single-game goals record and also added an assist. She was named MVP 1.




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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 15, 2023, 02:27:16 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2023/8/15/womens-lacrosse-alumnae-kennedy-ohlmiller-represent-stony-brook-in-2023-athletes-unlimited-lacrosse.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on August 24, 2023, 09:39:19 pm
Way Early 2024 Rankings: Nos. 10-6 (Division I Women)
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/way-early-2024-rankings-nos-10-6-division-i-women


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10. STONY BROOK
2023 Record: 15-4 (7-0 CAA)

Last seen: Stony Brook rallied from an 8-4 deficit to pull to within one in the final minute against Loyola in the second round of the NCAA tournament. But Jillian Wilson’s draw control with 17 ticks on the clock boxed the Seawolves out of the quarterfinals, sending them home with a 9-8 loss.

Initial forecast: Stony Brook has been one of the fun teams to watch over the years — a mid-major in most other sports going toe to toe with Power 5 conferences in one of lacrosse’s hotbeds. Every year tends to begin with, “Is this the year?” And, though the Seawolves have yet to break through to the Final Four they’ve had their eyes on since Joe Spallina took the helm in June 2011, every year brings high hopes that aren’t pie-in-the-sky pontifications from a coach known for his bravado.

So, is 2024 the year? Sheesh, it’s only August, but we don’t call it Way Too Early for nothing. The return of Ellie Masera is huge. Masera led the Seawolves in goals (71), points (95) and draw (120). One of Stony Brook’s top defenders and circle players, Clare Levy (58 DC, 19 CT), is also back. Stony Brook will once again have a hole in net. Hailey Duchnowski, who had a 38.9-percent save percentage, has used up her eligibility. The Seawolves employ a lauded backer zone that makes it easier to manage with a goalie with a lower save percentage, but getting a netminder who can make critical stops could only make it more likely that 2024 does, in fact, prove to be “the year.”
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 14, 2023, 01:54:27 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2023/9/14/womens-lacrosse-womens-lacrosse-announces-fall-2023-schedule.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 19, 2023, 07:06:32 pm
USA Lacrosse Names 2024 Women's Box Training Team
https://www.usalacrosse.com/news-media-blog/usa-lacrosse-names-2024-womens-box-training-team

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Mackenzie Burns – Stony Brook ‘19
Ally Kennedy – Stony Brook ‘20
Kylie Ohlmiller – Stony Brook ‘18
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 21, 2023, 11:37:12 am
newsworthy- somewhat: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/ilwomen-s-no-1-2025-alexa-spallina-makes-her-college-choice/62102
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: factorykitten on September 21, 2023, 06:41:55 pm
When Joe leaves, the program will fall off the map. Heilbron didnt hire coach spallina.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on September 21, 2023, 09:41:29 pm
newsworthy- somewhat: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/ilwomen-s-no-1-2025-alexa-spallina-makes-her-college-choice/62102
Well, that sucks for the SB women’s program. It would’ve been cool to see her stay home and play for Dad but this isn’t surprising at all.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Accelerator on September 21, 2023, 11:28:39 pm
I didn't expect us to get his sons on the men's side, but that is disappointing. Maybe it was her personal preference to explicitly not play with her dad.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 22, 2023, 11:12:07 am
it did say we were on the list- and that could be the family factor, and not the truth speaking...

for whatever it's worth- sometimes these prized recruits come home.  happened on the men's side.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on September 22, 2023, 04:54:12 pm
I’m sure her older brothers had some influence here as well.  Here is to hoping things change between now and then and she opts to become a Seawolf. It would be an epic get for Coach Spallina and the program.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 27, 2023, 01:54:52 pm
Three Brothers Made Syracuse ‘Home’ for Top Recruit Alexa Spallina
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/three-brothers-made-syracuse-%E2%80%98home%E2%80%99-for-top-recruit-alexa-spallina

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Alexa Spallina chose Syracuse over Clemson and Stony Brook.

Her father, Joe, told her the same. Attention is nothing new to the Spallina family because of their dad. Over the last decade, he has developed a Stony Brook team from the basement of the America East into a team that perennially ranks somewhere in the top 10 in the country. He previously won three national championships at Adelphi and claimed Major League Lacrosse titles as an assistant and head coach of the Lizards. Last summer, he was an assistant for the U.S. Women’s National Team, which won a world championship. In short, the Spallina name has carried its own set of expectations over the years — it’s fueled the fire.

Stony Brook doesn’t typically get the blue-chippers. The program is built on the blue-collar diamonds in the rough. The Kylie Ohlmillers. The Courtney Murphys. The Ally Kennedys. But yes, the Seawolves went after this five-star recruit. In the end, they made the top three, along with Clemson and Syracuse.

But so is Joe, and Stony Brook has been something of a playground for Alexa over the years. And so, she and her parents went on a tour of a campus Alexa could probably sleepwalk through. His assistants, Sydney Pirreca and Greg Miceli, took the lead.

“I was legitimately a dad,” Joe said. “My wife was there. Everything was fun and light, and then it got super real when it was time to try the uniform on for the photoshoot. That’s when it hit home. ‘I grew up watching that uniform.’… At that point, it was a lot of different years of following the team around and being a fan girl of Ally, Kylie and Murph. That was that one moment where it all kind of came together. That definitely made it a little trickier.”

Trickier, but when the emotions subsided, Alexa was clear-eyed and poised. The kid who grew up watching Stony Brook lacrosse games and retreating to her father’s office to watch Disney had grown up and made her own decision. Home was in the Dome. More specifically, home was with her brothers.

Joe could make his way up to the Dome as a visiting team’s head coach that year. Stony Brook and Syracuse have squared off every year since 2020. Stony Brook doesn’t faceguard opponents’ top players, relying on its team-centered zone defense, which annually ranks highly in Division I, to do its job. Does he plan to make a special exception for his daughter?

Not a chance.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on September 28, 2023, 12:13:01 pm
Alyssa's 2024 Way-Ahead Top 25: Northwestern Reloading, Boston College Wins Portal & More
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/alyssa-s-2024-way-ahead-top-25-northwestern-reloading-boston-college-wins-portal-more/62124

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7. Stony Brook (2023 Season 15-4, CAA Champions)
Some key losses down the stretch of the 2023 season had Stony Brook in a lower seed than its been used to in past NCAA Tournaments. After being knocked out by Loyola in the second round, the Seawolves will look to regroup with a strong core in 2024.

With the top nine scorers all returning, there will be no shortage of offense, led by 2023 CAA Midfielder of the Year Ellie Masera. Along with the strong returners, Stony Brook gained UMass transfer Alex Finn, who notched 82 points for the Minutewomen a season ago.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: factorykitten on October 15, 2023, 08:20:19 pm
Why would the best recruit in the country play at SB when they are penalized every year for being in poor WLAX conferences? There is a ceiling in the tournament and everyone knows it. You go to a top tier division one school and not a midmajor. Even if her father is the coach.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on October 25, 2023, 12:14:11 pm
Top 10 Offensive Duos in Division I Women's Lacrosse
https://www.usalaxmagazine.com/college/women/top-10-offensive-duos-in-division-i-womens-lacrosse

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Ellie Masera and Alex Finn, Stony Brook

Stony Brook head coach Joe Spallina brought in a No. 2 option for Ellie Masera and the Seawolves to benefit from in the form off UMass transfer Alex Finn. In her career at UMass, Finn scored 90 goals in three years, including 72 in the last two, with 74 assists. She was a 40-40 player in 2023 and shot 64.6 percent.

Pair that with Masera, who has 138 goals over the past two seasons, and Stony Brook’s offense is in good shape.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 04, 2023, 03:26:29 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2023/12/4/womens-swimming-and-diving-womens-lacrosse-features-six-graduate-returners-for-2024-season.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 05, 2023, 12:21:39 pm
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/slideshow/ils-top-50-womens-players-for-2024-nos-50-41/236?slide=5

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One of the Seawolves' go-to players on offense, Hart earned ILWomen Honorable Mention All-American and First Team All-CAA honors in 2023. She notably ranked second in the CAA with 55 goals and 78 points, and was tied for fourth with 23 assists in 19 games. Hart consistently delivers standout performances in crucial matchups.Stony Brook Athletics


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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on December 07, 2023, 12:05:26 pm
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/slideshow/ils-top-50-womens-players-for-2024-nos-20-11/239?slide=4

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A speedster who's been the focus of Stony Brook's offense for the past two seasons enters her final year in 2024. Last year's CAA Midfielder of the Year makes big plays not only on offense (71G, 24A) but on the draw circle as well (120DC). Masera's relentless energy creates chaos for her opponent while serving as a spark plug for the Seawolves.


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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: sbugold on December 21, 2023, 03:39:06 pm
While I truly appreciate and love to watch the WLAX team and their coach, I think it's a real shame that this forum seems to unexplainably ignore the WBB team.  They are truly outstanding, as is their coach Ashley Langford.  They are truly a joy to watch, and just beat Iona by 22 points on the road, after being down by 6 at the half!!  Before today's game they were ranked #18 among mid-majors.  I think theydeserve our attention and support!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: sbugold on December 21, 2023, 03:42:50 pm
To Amend my last post, I also believe that the WBB team deserves it's own Topic ite (as with WLAX).
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on December 21, 2023, 04:00:08 pm
While I truly appreciate and love to watch the WLAX team and their coach, I think it's a real shame that this forum seems to unexplainably ignore the WBB team.  They are truly outstanding, as is their coach Ashley Langford.  They are truly a joy to watch, and just beat Iona by 22 points on the road, after being down by 6 at the half!!  Before today's game they were ranked #18 among mid-majors.  I think theydeserve our attention and support!

Hey @sbugold I like the suggestion.

Our fan base needs to feel free to open new threads. Its completely fine to do so. Don't leave it up to us the administrators to create new topics. I say go ahead and create a new thread here under this subforum and you can make it "STICKY" so that it stays at the top of the lineup.

My goal is for our community here to drive the growth of this fan board as opposed to the administrators driving the growth.

This board was made by a fan ( @sbufan ) for the fans!!

GO SEAWOLVES!!!



Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: ecasadoSBU on December 21, 2023, 04:08:45 pm
@sbugold to support the ladies I went ahead and created separated sub-forums for Women's Basketball and Women's Lacrosse. That should give them equal footing here in the board. Hopefully drives growth of the board also.

Thanks!

Happy Holidays to everyone!


GO SEAWOLVES!
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: sbugold on December 21, 2023, 04:11:55 pm
Thanks escasado.  I hope this will lead to a better appreciation for and more interest in the WBB.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on January 03, 2024, 12:21:16 pm
Stony Brook Ranked No. 10 in USA Lacrosse Preseason Top 20
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2024/1/3/womens-lacrosse-stony-brook-ranked-no-10-in-usa-lacrosse-preseason-top-20.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 01, 2024, 05:53:19 pm
KYLIE OHLMILLER: CELEBRATE THE LITTLE WINS
https://auprosports.com/read/kylie-ohlmiller-celebrate-the-little-wins/

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Three of the biggest lessons I’ve learned throughout the ACL Recovery process:

There is beauty in the struggle, as long as you’re willing to discover it.
You are never alone in the struggle, as long as you’re willing to open up to it.
The little wins throughout the journey will be what make the big wins even bigger in the end.

I have been fortunate enough to play on many teams throughout my vast athletic career so far – from PAL Town Lacrosse and CYO Basketball, to varsity volleyball, basketball and lacrosse, to club lacrosse with the Long Island Yellow Jackets, to my years playing for the Stony Brook Seawolves, and multiple women’s professional lacrosse leagues.

But there is nothing like playing for your country. Playing for the World Championship U.S. Women’s Senior National Team in 2022, I learned something about playing on teams that I had never fully known before.

The opportunity to play for the U.S. at the 2022 World Championships was a dream I had since I was a little girl. It was something to aspire to, something to dream about, and something to resonate with when I watched the Olympics every two years and felt chills up and down my spine thinking about the possibility of being in those athletes’ shoes one day.

My first opportunity to try out for Team USA came when I was a junior at Stony Brook in 2016. From that first tryout, it took me six years to make the final roster for a World Championship in 2022.

Throughout those years, I learned that the beauty within competing for a spot on a team at the highest level, whether that be professionally or for a national team, is that everyone there deserves to be there. You have to bring your A-game (or at the very least, your A++ effort) every time out. I fully understood and still understand that challenge, and it’s what keeps me fired up to compete within my own training every single day.

The other beauty that comes with competing at the highest level that is oftentimes overlooked is that everyone steps on the same field, plays the same sport, and has many of the same dreams. Yet, at the same time, everyone comes from a completely unique story to one another. Every single person out on the field has had their fair share of challenges, championships, and setbacks – high moments and low moments alike. Each of those moments has contributed to their story, and ultimately who they are as lacrosse players and people.

This particular aspect of playing at the highest level wasn’t completely prominent to me until July 7, 2022. After the six years it had taken me to work my way onto the final Team USA roster, I was playing in the World Championship with absolutely incredible teammates.

We were well on our way to a semifinal win against Australia. Imagine it’s the fourth quarter, we’re up by about 15 goals – you’d think you’re home free!

My left knee begged to differ that night.

One moment, I’m carrying the ball through X looking for cutters, and the next I’m on the ground at GLE (goal line extended), half blacking out from pain and half looking at the sky begging for what was happening in my left knee joint to not be real.

I tore my ACL, MCL, and both lateral and medial menisci that night; and I was sidelined for our gold medal game against Canada less than 48 hours later.

Over the last two years, a lot of people have asked me what the hardest part of the ACL recovery journey is. Though surgery and the grueling days that follow it are definitely up there, nothing was more difficult than getting off that bus on the day of the gold medal game and crutching my way across the field knowing I wouldn’t be able to physically contribute to the outcome that day.

What I realized in those particular moments of sadness, pain, and disappointment was that I was surrounded by teammates who, to me, always have presented themselves as the inspirationally strong, empowering, and superior athletes that they are. What I didn’t know at the time was that each of those same teammates had endured a challenge of this magnitude throughout their careers, too. The emotions they shared with me, the support they showed me through little actions in big moments, the inclusion they provided me with on one of the most difficult days of my career – those are the things I will never forget about this injury.

We won the gold medal that day 48 hours after I tore up my knee and we celebrated the World Championship together. When we all retreated back to our respective homes, I took with me the feeling that I’m not alone in the struggle.

That perspective was the best gift my teammates could have ever given me, because the next 12 months proved to be a journey during which I would need every ounce of it.

Fast Forward from Gold Medal Game Day on July 9, 2022 to the first day of Season 3 of Athletes Unlimited Pro Lacrosse on July 11, 2023.

The 12 months between those two dates held a great deal of ups and downs, little wins, and way too much patience (if you ask me).

For one, immediately after the World Championship was the start of Athletes Unlimited Pro Lacrosse Season 2. Due to this injury, I had to sit out for an entire year of my professional lacrosse career. That was devastating for me, and caused so many unanswered questions in my head as I started the recovery journey.

The biggest question that continuously lingered internally was, “Will I be able to play at the professional level again in less than 12 months?”

I fought through every week of rehab with the haunting version of that answer – the one that I couldn’t possibly allow to happen. My goal was to get myself as strong as I could physically and as prepared as I could mentally in order to take on that tall task. But in order to achieve a big goal, I knew I had to crush smaller goals along the way. I broke down my rehab journey into little challenges to overcome, and checked off little wins every day, week, and month – as I slowly but surely journeyed my way back on the field.

Though I had my goals to check off, what ultimately kept me motivated throughout every setback, every minute of pain, and every moment of fear during the recovery process was the people I knew were waiting for me to get back on the field: family and friends who helped me daily, teammates who sent check-in texts on the regular, supporters who sent messages that they missed me on the field, and girls I coach who would be cheering me through the shooting workouts I would hop in with them as I got cleared.

It’s the people that kept me going.

When I got back on the field officially in July of 2023 with AU, the teammates who celebrated my first start back on the field like it was their own had me overcome with emotion. My first goal back held even more magnitude because of the way everyone at AU celebrated that play. Those moments proved to be my ‘why’ throughout the 12 months of rehab it took to get healthy. And when I was lucky enough to be living through those moments again last summer, I couldn’t find myself more grateful for the motivation it gave me when I was struggling.

So, if you’re reading this and can resonate – ACL injury or not – I hope it inspires you to find your people, and lean hard into their energy. When you think you can take on the world all by yourself, I promise it’s way more fun and a lot more meaningful when you have people around you who dedicate themselves to the fight alongside you.

And don’t forget to celebrate your little wins, because most of the time they’re actually the big ones.




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Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 01, 2024, 05:54:33 pm
ALLY KENNEDY RETURNS FOR 2024 AU PRO LACROSSE SEASON
https://auprosports.com/read/ally-kennedy-returns-for-2024-au-pro-lacrosse-season/

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Midfielder Ally Kennedy has signed for the 2024 Athletes Unlimited Pro Lacrosse season. She will compete in her fourth campaign with the league.

Kennedy placed 27th on the leaderboard in 2023 with 910 points. She had four multi-goal game appearances, including two hat tricks. She also picked up 22 ground balls with 31 draw controls.

The Stony Brook graduate ranks second in program history with 266 career goals, 180 ground balls, and 343 draw controls. She was the 2021 IWLCA National Midfielder of the Year honoree, and has two First-Team IWLCA All-America distinctions.

Kennedy also represented Team USA at the 2022 World Lacrosse Women’s World Championship, in which they won the gold medal.

Season tickets are on sale now for the 2024 AU Pro Lacrosse season at USA Lacrosse Headquarters in Sparks, Maryland.

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 02, 2024, 11:21:24 am
hosting nova, 11-5 SB at half.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 02, 2024, 01:54:08 pm
20-8 victory, shutting out the cats in the last stanza.  masera had 8 points and 17 draw controls.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 04, 2024, 12:27:00 pm
#11 https://www.usalacrosse.com/magazine/college/women/northwestern-reclaims-no-1-usa-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20

#12 https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/wdi/polls/2024
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 04, 2024, 02:38:31 pm
https://stonybrookathletics.com/news/2024/3/4/womens-lacrosse-masera-takes-second-straight-caa-player-of-the-week.aspx
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Triple Lindy on March 09, 2024, 06:34:10 pm
Terrible loss to Hopkins after beating Cuse.  Team didn’t show up with the same intensity and this is what happens. This essentially negates the Cuse win on a number of levels.  Back to getting no respect from the committee.
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Accelerator on March 09, 2024, 06:52:44 pm
If anything, this makes Cuse look worse. But yes, losing to Hopkins is unacceptable. Haven't lost to them since 2015.

I never understood lacrosse because you don't alternate possession after every score, you do the jump ball after every score and it leads to teams getting runs all the time. Not my favorite sport to watch because of that, and looks like that's what happened today - Hopkins scored 7 in a row, then we scored 7 in a row.

I wasn't watching but some lacrosse stars on Twitter were complaining about the abysmal quality of the stream. (https://twitter.com/tcummings_21/status/1766601610182987872)

"No score board, no announcers, and a practice film like camera angle for this awesome Stony Brook- Johns Hopkins game?? Seriously???"

Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 11, 2024, 11:44:37 am
a setback, for sure.  that's what happens when you're playing top 20 teams within days of each other (three this week!).  id rather have that then winning the games you're supposed to win and losing those youre supposed to lose.  the NCAA criteria benefits big upsets over doing the expected.



Fell to #12: https://www.usalacrosse.com/magazine/college/women/maryland-virginia-make-gains-usa-lacrosse-division-i-womens-top-20



No. 12 Stony Brook women’s lacrosse’s comeback falls short against No. 15 Johns Hopkins
https://sbstatesman.com/125589/sports/no-12-stony-brook-womens-lacrosses-comeback-falls-short-against-no-15-johns-hopkins/

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After entering halftime down 6-5, things went off the rails for the Seawolves at the start of the third quarter. Johns Hopkins scored the first seven goals of the period on the back of solid defense and its draw control unit. The Blue Jays played keepaway from Stony Brook by controlling five of the initial seven draws in the frame and causing a pair of turnovers.



THE SUNDAY SLIDE: MARCH 10, 2024
https://www.usalacrosse.com/magazine/college/women/sunday-slide-march-10-2024

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RANDOM OBSERVATIONS
Speaking of people in new places, one of the most impressive performances I saw this week was Alex Finn against Syracuse. Finn was crucial in Stony Brook’s marquee win (more on how that was offset in a minute) with five assists.

It’s been a few years since the Seawolves have had a true X attacker who can facilitate, and Finn was on her A game in the Dome. Someone who can hit cutters from X is one of the best ways to beat a zone, especially one like Syracuse’s. Finn rose to the challenge.



hosting #10 denver at noon today: https://stonybrookathletics.com/sports/womens-lacrosse/schedule
Title: Re: Women's Lacrosse: Discussion/ News
Post by: Chairman of the Board on March 11, 2024, 01:08:31 pm
#11 in the IL poll: https://www.insidelacrosse.com/league/wdi/polls/2024

halftime- 3-2 hosting #10 denver