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MATT HANNA ANNOUNCES HIS RETIREMENT - Attackman To Retire – Outlaws Keep 23 Players Protected

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DENVER—October 2, 2008— The Denver Outlaws announced today attackman Matt Hanna will retire from Major League Lacrosse and end his professional lacrosse career. A Johns Hopkins graduate, Hanna put up impressive numbers with the Outlaws scoring 36 goals and tallying 47 points in 24 games over his three seasons in the MLL. “I want to thank the Outlaws organization for everything they have done in the past 3 years. I will certainly miss my teammates and the great Outlaws fans.”

He also played a major role in the lacrosse community as an assistant coach at Regis High School and taught at numerous summer camps and clinics. Head Coach and General Manager Brian Reese commented, “Matt represented everything we look for in our players. He is talented, hard working and team oriented. We sincerely appreciate everything Matt did for the organization on and off the field and we will surely miss him. No one did more in the community than Matt Hanna and his locker room leadership will be missed. He has been a big part of our success since year 1 and we wish him the best in the future.”

The Outlaws had another successful season in 2008, setting a pro-lacrosse attendance record on July 4th with 20,116 fans attending their game at INVESCO Field at Mile High and reached the Championship game for their second time in three seasons, only to fall short against the Rochester Rattlers. Heading into the off-season, the 23-man protected roster is listed below:

-Lou Braun
-Matt Brown
-Nick Carlson
-Casey Cittadino
-Dan Cocoziello
-Benson Erwin
-Tom Ethington
-Tom Garvey
-Zach Jungers
-Brian Langtry
-Brendan Mundorf
-Ryan Powell
-Jesse Schwartzman
-Josh Sims
-Alex Smith
-Geoff Snider
-Jeff Sonke
-Peter Striebel
-Mike Unterstein
-Mike Ward
-Nate Watkins
-Drew Westervelt
-Lee Zink

Registration for the 2009 MLL Supplemental Draft is now open and can be found by visiting www.MajorLeagueLacrosse.com

Denver Men’s Lacrosse to Visit Stedman Elementary Oct. 3

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Colorado Lacrosse
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The Pioneers will visit the local elementary school as part of the Denver CityLax program

DENVER – The University of Denver men’s lacrosse team will visit Stedman Elementary this Friday as part of their commitment to the community. The Pioneers will partner with Denver City Lax, a Colorado non-profit organization that provides an athletic-based educational program to underserved inner-city neighborhoods in the Denver metro area.

“I think taking part in Denver City Lax is an outstanding opportunity for the men’s lacrosse team to get active in our community and make a difference,” said head coach Jamie Munro. “The program provides a positive educational influence for children, while at the same time getting them active in the sport of lacrosse.”

The event will run from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and will start with members of the DU men’s lacrosse team discussing the history of the game. After a brief demonstration of the rules and how to use the equipment, the students will be divided into small groups to work with the Pioneers on different techniques of the game.

City Lax is dedicated to creating opportunities for inner-city youth by introducing them to lacrosse, a sport that offers lessons on the field, in the classroom and in life. The sport of lacrosse provides a framework through which young players can learn important lessons about character, including honesty, kindness, courage, equality and respect.

In addition, the educational opportunities associated with lacrosse are numerous. City Lax’s mission is to provide opportunity and build character in our youth so they can become the community leaders of tomorrow.

The primary goal of Denver City Lax is to introduce the sport to the large segment of central Denver that is not aware of its educational and athletic benefits, despite lacrosse’s rapidly growing popularity in other areas of the state.

Like other character education sports programs, Denver City Lax intends to be a program that promotes ethical values, challenges its students and players, fosters self-motivation and engages its members to become future leaders.

A key part of City Lax’s success is recruiting local high school and college students to help its youth with athletics, homework, math, reading and writing while they enhance their own skills and talents through the experience of helping others.

For more information about the Denver City Lax program, please visit the Denver Pioneers Web site.

Coaching Position at Windsor High School in Windsor, Colorado

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Sherry Hoffman
on October 2, 2008
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Opening for Head Boy’s Lacrosse coach at Windsor High School starting the 2008-09 spring season.  $3,263-$3,782 for the season depending on experience.  CPR, First Aid, NFHS fundamentals of coaching certification and CHSAA certification are required and can be obtained after hiring.  Interested applicants must complete an RE-4 coaching employment application which can be downloaded off our website at www.weldre.4.k12.co.us.  Click on employment tab to find applications.  Opened until filled.

 

Indoor Lacrosse Program Offered

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Colorado Lacrosse
on September 28, 2008
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Registration for the Fort Collins Vipers Lacrosse fall indoor program for youths in grades 3-12 is under way.

Games will be played at Edge Sports Center, 4450 Denrose Court, with youths in grades 3-8 playing on Saturday mornings from Nov. 1-Dec. 20 and high school games on Monday evenings from Nov. 3-Dec. 15. Vipers varsity coach Rich Modesti is directing both programs.

Cost is $135 a session.

Additional information and online registration is available at www.fclax.com.

Fall Lacrosse Skills Clinics for 6th-8th Grade Boys

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Colorado Lacrosse
on September 25, 2008
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Hosted by the Rock Canyon High School Lacrosse Program

Enhance your stick work, improve your offense and defense, and play games

All levels are welcomed

Cost: $15 per person each clinic
Dates: Saturdays: Sept. 27, Oct. 4, Oct. 18, Nov. 1, and Nov. 15 – Weather permitting

Saturday’s clinic will be held on the turf field at Rocky Heights Middle School in South Highlands Ranch – but you do not need to attend Rocky Heights to participate! All are welcome. This is not meant to be school or even club specific. We have access to the turf field and thought it might be a good way to keep the sticks in our kids’ hands.

Rocky Heights is located south of Highlands Ranch Pkwy on Quebec on the top of the hill just south of the Rock Canyon High School.

Details Here!

2009 U.S. Faceoff Championship: Rocky Mountain Regional Qualifier Tournament and Clinic

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mahkudova
on September 25, 2008
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THE FACEOFF CLUB PRESENTS

2009 U.S. Faceoff Championship: Rocky Mountain Regional Qualifier Tournament and Clinic

Date: Sunday October 12, 2008

Time: 12pm-5pm  (Registration begins promptly at 11:30am, bring lunch and full lacrosse gear)

Location: ThunderRidge High School
1991 W.Wildcat Reserve Parkway
Highlands Ranch, CO 80129

Cost: $100

Director:
NOLAN GODFREY
MLL & NLL Draft Pick
Team Usa Indoor Developmental
NCAA All-American

Additional Staff:
TRAVIS BROWN
Asst. Coach, W. New England College
(Ranked #6 in NCAA Div. III)
2x All-American
North/South Senior All-Star
Led the NCAA’s Top FO Unit in 2007

FEATURES:
- Instruction and review of all faceoff
moves and counters
- Chalk talk on teaching your wingmen to
help you win faceoffs and running plays off
the draw
- Dozens of repetitions against other top
faceoff specialists from Colorado
- Q&A Session with our professional
coaching staff
- 3 age groups: Youth, Middle School,
and High School
- Tournament competition to declare 4
finalists in each group that will advance to
the 2009 U.S. Faceoff Championship

CONTACT: info@TheFaceOffClub.com
(978) 771-9647

FOR REGISTRATION GO TO
http://Shop.TheFaceOffClub.com
* Register soon, space is limited!

Charity Lax Party

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kolson23
on September 25, 2008
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CRS LAX BASHES: The Denver Series!

We will be hosting 2 Charity CRS LAX BASHES in Denver, September 26th and October 25th. We are rallying our family, friends, and the CO athletic community to come out and party for a purpose!

Evite Link

The first of the Denver events will be at Spill Night Club (1410 Market St., Denver, CO 80202), benefiting Kate Levin and Family. Details for the October Bash to follow. Kate, a cancer survivor, was recently diagnosed with the disease once again. We are gathering together to aid in her 2nd victory over the disease! 20% of all sales from 6pm-9pm will go to benefit Kate and her family, arrive thirsty at 6pm sharp! Drink specials will run all night, no cover. We will also have cause bracelets that will be free with any donation- our goal is to have everyone at the party wearing at least one!

$2 Beers and $4 SKYY (mixed with whatever   you like) 
The SKYY Infusions are DELISH
(and all natural:)!

Sponsors: SKYY Vodka and Rumba Energy Juice

Hit us with any questions and feel free to pass this on!

Details at: www.LaxBash.com and www.CRSLAX.com 

Evite Link

Thanks and See You Next Weekend
(& Oct. 25th:)!

University of Denver Men’s Lacrosse Fall Clinics

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2008 University of Denver Fall Lacrosse Clinic

Come learn from the best players and coaches in town. The DU Fall Lacrosse Clinic is the best way to improve your game. We teach the fundamental skills that can make you a competitive player as well as the skills that will take you to the next level. 

The sport of lacrosse is constantly changing and new skills are always evolving. This year we will be implementing box lacrosse into our fall sessions. The box lacrosse game makes you handle pressure in tight areas as well as develops softer and quicker hands.

*** Make sure to bring both cleats and runner. ***

When:   Sept 21st, 28th, Oct 5th and 12th

Time:    9am-12pm

Where: University of Denver Barton Stadium

Cost:   $200 for all four dates.

Ages:  Grades 5-12

For more information and to register visit   www.lacrossecamps.com.

 

Stan Kroenke: The Sports Mogul You Never Heard Of

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Colorado Lacrosse
on September 20, 2008
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Coming Oct. 2, Business Week’s Power 100 ranks the most influential people in sports business. Here’s a peek at Stan Kroenke, whose holdings include the St. Louis Rams

Billionaire Stan Kroenke has never much enjoyed the limelight. In ninth grade, during a basketball tournament in central Missouri, Kroenke’s coach tapped him to shoot a free throw for a technical foul. Normally a deadeye shot, Kroenke was unnerved to be playing in front of so many fans. “My knees were knocking,” he recalls. “I missed the free throw and was useless the whole tournament.”

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2008 NLL ENTRY DRAFT RESULTS

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Colorado Lacrosse
on September 20, 2008
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The Boston Blazers selected Hobart College graduate Daryl Veltman with the first overall selection at the 2008 Entry Draft at TD Banknorth Garden in Boston on Sunday. The San Jose Stealth picked John Hopkins grad Paul Rabil second overall, and Stony Brook grad Rhys Duch at third overall. 54 out of the 76 players selected were from US college programs.

More Details Here!