Three Kings: Lacrosse Legends Who Changed the Game All three lacrosse Hall of Fame inductees have compiled staggering résumés. All three changed the game, propelling it forward. All three were driven by success to continue chasing excellence on the path to mastering the Creator’s game. “In the last 20 to 25 years, you would be hard-pressed to find another trio of more impactful […] Lacrosse All Stars - Grow The Game® Powered by Fivestar ..read more

January Scrimmages  January is littered with high end weekend lacrosse scrimmages as D1 teams prepare for real games in February. What can we learn? What are coaches trying to achieve? What’s paramount for players? How should fans watch a scrimmage? January scrimmages provide a dress rehearsal for road trips, however near or far.  They are an initial run-through for […] Lacrosse All Stars - Grow The Game® Powered by Fivestar ..read more

First Day of Practice Standing in a cold huddle outside on a frozen field being battered by the wind. Snow drifts frame the field as the sun sets early. Snot running down your nose, toes and fingers numb, just trying to defrost and hear coach through the gusts.  Players are nervous. Excited. Fearful. Curious. They spar with self-doubt. Everyone […] Lacrosse All Stars - Grow The Game® Powered by Fivestar ..read more

Unexpected NLL Storylines Heading into 2025 It has been a crazy start to the 2024-2025 NLL season. We typically have a good idea going into every year of which teams are going to be dominant and which teams are going to fall below the pack. As we enter 2025, the script has been flipped on its head in just a few […] Lacrosse All Stars - Grow The Game® Powered by Fivestar ..read more

Lacrosse Fans Are Missing Out on the NLL Experience The National Lacrosse League has been around for quite some time now. Founded back in 1986, the league has been around for over 38 years. This is quite some history to have under a professional sports league’s belt. For those living under a rock, the National Lacrosse League is the oldest professional lacrosse league and […] Lacrosse All Stars - Grow The Game® Powered by Fivestar ..read more

Why College Lacrosse Holds a Special Place Over the PLL For any sport that is predominantly featured in a professional and collegiate setting, fans have their own personal opinions on which version of the sport they enjoy more. There have been lifelong debates when it comes to football about whether individuals prefer the college game over the NFL. The same debates have translated over to […] Lacrosse All Stars - Grow The Game® Powered by Fivestar ..read more

Can CJ Kirst Carry Cornell to Championship Weekend? Cornell wrapped up the 2024 season with a 9-5 record, leaning heavily on CJ Kirst who remained the main centerpiece of their offense. Kirst over the years has established himself as one of the most important players in college lacrosse. His ability to win dodges and create scoring opportunities kept Cornell competitive in tight games, […] Lacrosse All Stars - Grow The Game® Powered by Fivestar ..read more

The Ultimate Christmas Wish List for Every PLL Team Christmas is here and while most people are making wish lists filled with gifts, PLL teams have their own Christmas dreams. Whether it’s a shot at redemption, finding new talent, or just hoping for some stability, every team is asking Santa for something to give them an edge in 2025. Here’s a breakdown of what […] Lacrosse All Stars - Grow The Game® Powered by Fivestar ..read more

Dave Urick: Lacrosse Legend Whose Legacy Shaped the Game Dave Urick, a lacrosse icon and National Lacrosse Hall of Fame coach, has died at the age of 75. Urick leaves behind a legacy that shaped generations of lacrosse players and elevated the sport to new heights. With his ability to develop talent into championship-winning teams, his name is synonymous with excellence in lacrosse. Urick […] Lacrosse All Stars - Grow The Game® Powered by Fivestar ..read more

A Holiday Wishlist for Lacrosse Lovers As the holiday season rolls in, I’ve put together a special Holiday Wishlist for the lacrosse community. From the essentials like new gear and game improvements to personal wishes for players and coaches, here’s a lighthearted look at what I hope Santa brings to the sport this year. Holiday Wishlist Quint Kessenich cover college sports […] Lacrosse All Stars - Grow The Game® Powered by Fivestar ..read more