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**truebluefan** · 11-25-2007, 11:54 AM

The Philadelphia Wings have released Casey Cittadino, Adam Crystal, Ian Rosenberger, John Ryan, and Justin Tischler according to General Manager Lindsay Sanderson.

Rosenberger, a defender out of Cornell University, was about to enter his third season with the Wings. He was originally signed by the Wings as a free agent prior to the 2006 season and was a practice squad player until his transfer to the active roster on March 1, 2006.

Crystal, a rookie defender from Drexel University, was drafted by the Wings in the sixth round of this year's National Lacrosse League Entry Draft.

Cittadino, a Towson graduate, was originally drafted by the Colorado Mammoth in the fifth round of the 2007 National Lacrosse League Entry Draft.

Ryan played forward at The Military Academy at West Point and graduated in 2003.

Tischler, a graduate from Fairleigh Dickinson University, was a former All-Middle Atlantic Conference selection in 2005.

Thirty-six players were invited to participate in the Wings' training camp which opened on November 10. Sanderson will have the task of cutting the roster to 23, by the National Lacrosse League's official cut down date on December 13.

The Wings open their 2008 season on Saturday, January 12 vs. the Chicago Shamrox at the Wachovia Center. Great season tickets are available for all Wings home games! Season tickets start as low as $80 and are available by calling the Wings sales office at (215) 389-WING (9464) or log on to Official site of the Philadelphia Wings - Wings for ticket information.

**truebluefan** · 11-25-2007, 11:54 AM

DENVER - The Colorado Mammoth re-signed some of its top offensive threats Wednesday, agreeing to terms with forwards Gavin Prout, Dan Carey and Jamie Shewchuk. The team also announced the signings of rookie forward Ryan Zordani and defenseman Bruce Murray.

Prout, whose one-year contract is pending National Lacrosse League approval, ranked fourth in league scoring last season and led the Mammoth with 89 points on the strength of 30 goals and 59 assists. The Mammoth captain made his fifth NLL All-Star Game appearance and led his team to the West Division title and its fifth consecutive playoff berth.

"Gavin is a tremendous player and has been a great leader of our team both on and off the floor," Mammoth general manager Steve Govett said. "We are looking for big things from him this season and to continue to be one of the game's best."

Prout, who has averaged better than 84 points per season during his six-year career, eclipsed the 500-point mark last season en route to his fourth All-Pro distinction.

Carey, who signed for three years, led the Mammoth with 32 goals last season and tied for second in the NLL with four game-winning goals.

Shewchuk signed a two-year deal after leading NLL rookies with 26 assists last season. He was the Mammoth's fourth-leading scorer with 53 points after the team made him its second selection in the 2006 entry draft.

Zordani, a former University of Denver standout, was selected No. 57 by Boston in the 2007 entry draft before becoming a free agent and signing a three-year contact with Colorado. He played 60 games at DU, amassing 98 points to rank third on the school's all-time scoring list.

Murray, a 6-foot-1, 260-pound veteran of six NLL seasons, signed a one-year contract with the Mammoth after being selected in the dispersal draft. He collected 17 points, 83 penalty minutes and 224 loose balls during his last thee seasons with the Arizona Sting.

**truebluefan** · 11-25-2007, 11:55 AM

PORTLAND, November 21, 2007 - The Portland LumberJax have re-signed top defenseman Brodie Merrill to a two-year contract, as was announced today by Head Coach/General Manager Derek Keenan.

The first draft pick in franchise history, Merrill will enter his third season with the Jax in 2008. The former Georgetown University product is the fifth leading goal scorer in franchise history (21), third all-time in assists (51) and fourth all-time in points (72). Merrill is also the team's career loose ball leader with 410.

In 2007, Merrill led the Jax and the National Lacrosse League in loose balls collected with 196. Since the statistic became official in 1992, Merrill is one of only three players to lead the NLL in loose balls (Jim Veltman and John Tavares).

The two-time NLL All-Star also scored four goals, added 19 assists and logged 49 penalty minutes during the 2007 season.

"Brodie has been the cornerstone of the LumberJax from the moment we drafted him first overall two seasons ago," said Keenan. "He is the premier defensive/transition player in the NLL."

Merrill also boasts an extensive field lacrosse resume in only three professional seasons. He is the two-time defending Defensive Player of the Year in Major League Lacrosse and earned Rookie of the Year honors in 2006.

"The fact that Brodie has signed for two more years in Portland shows his commitment to the franchise and the city of Portland," said Keenan. "It's going to be an exciting season of lacrosse in Portland and Brodie will be leading the charge."

**truebluefan** · 11-25-2007, 11:55 AM

SAINT PAUL/MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Minnesota Swarm General Manager Marty O'Neill today announced the National Lacrosse League (NLL) team has signed G Angus Goodleaf, D Chris Courtney, D Mark Miyashita, D Eric Pacey, D Kyle Ross, D Jon Sullivan and F Ryan Ward. The contracts are subject to league approval.

Courtney, 20 (11/12/87), collected two points (1-1=2) and 21 PIM in 17 games with the Six Nations Arrows (OJLA) this summer. The 5-foot-11, 210-pound native of Hagersville, Ont. was selected by the Swarm in the second round (27th overall) of the 2007 NLL Entry Draft.

Goodleaf, 20 (3/16/87), posted a 5.69 GAA and a .834 SV% in 21 games this summer to help lead the Burnaby Lakers to the BCJLA championship. The 6-foot, 250-pound native of Kahnawake, Quebec was selected by Minnesota in the fourth round (51st overall) of the 2007 NLL Entry Draft.

Miyashita, 26 (2/17/81), recorded eight points (3-5=8) and led the Swarm with 98 loose balls in eight games before suffering a season-ending knee injury on March 18 vs. Philadelphia. The 6-foot-1, 210-pound native of Vancouver, B.C. has collected 54 points (16-38=54) and 281 loose balls in 40 career games during four seasons with Vancouver, Colorado and Minnesota.

Pacey, 29 (5/3/78), collected six points (1-5=6), 27 loose balls and 40 penalty minutes (PIM) in 12 contests with the Swarm in 2007. The 6-foot-2, 212-pound native of Toronto, Ont. has tallied 39 points (15-24=39) and 185 loose balls in 63 career games during six seasons with Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto and Minnesota.

Ross, 24 (5/12/83), made his NLL debut with Minnesota last season and collected an assist and six loose balls in two contests. The 6-foot-1, 187-pound native of New Westminster, B.C. was selected by the Swarm in the fifth round (44th overall) of the 2004 NLL Entry Draft.

Sullivan, 25 (6/30/82), notched six assists and 53 loose balls while appearing in all 16 games for Minnesota last season. The 6-foot-2, 195-pound native of St. Catherine's, Ont. has tallied 19 points (4-15=19) and 136 loose balls in 41 career games with the Swarm.

Ward, 27 (9/26/80), recorded 75 points (23-52=75) and 44 loose balls in 15 games with Minnesota last season. The 5-foot-9, 190-pound forward ranked first on the team in assists and points and tied for third in goals. The Victoria, B.C. native has led the Swarm in scoring the past two seasons and has accumulated 229 points (84-145=229) in 60 career contests during four seasons with Philadelphia and Minnesota.

Minnesota opens its fourth NLL campaign at Toronto on Friday, Jan. 11 and then hosts the Rock on Saturday, Jan. 12 at 7:00 p.m. at Xcel Energy Center in the home opener. Single game tickets will go on sale in early December. Call 888-MNSWARM or info@mnswarm.com for more information.

**truebluefan** · 11-25-2007, 11:56 AM

BUFFALO, N.Y. (November 21, 2007) --- Buffalo Bandits Director of Lacrosse Operations Dave Zygaj announced today that 2008 individual game tickets for the nine regular season home games will go on sale on Saturday, December 8 at 9 a.m. The team will also be holding an Open Practice at HSBC Arena from 12 Noon - 2 p.m. on that day.

Individual game tickets are priced $19, $21, and $29 and will be available in person at the HSBC Arena Box Office, at all tickets.com outlets in Tops Markets, online at :: Buffalo Bandits :: or by calling 1-888-223-6000.

Fans will get their first look at the 2008 Bandits team, with newly acquired players Sean Greenhalgh and Ian Llord, at the team's Open Practice from 12 Noon - 2 p.m. on Saturday, December 8. Immediately following the practice will be a meet-and-greet and autograph session on the field. The Bandettes dance team will also be appearing and performing. Season ticket packages will be on sale with fans having the opportunity to "select-a-seat" with available seats tagged throughout the event.

Admission is free, along with free parking in the HSBC Arena ramp.

For additional information or to purchase season tickets by phone, call 1-888-467-2273, or contact Account Services at (716) 855-4100. Tickets are also available online at :: Buffalo Bandits ::.

The Buffalo Bandits open the 2008 NLL regular season at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, January 11 when they host the Rochester Knighthawks at HSBC Arena.

**truebluefan** · 11-25-2007, 11:57 AM

PLEASANTON, CA -The San Jose Stealth indoor professional lacrosse team (SJSTEALTH.COM) will open its training camp Saturday December 1, it was announced today.

The Stealth, fresh off of a playoff run in 2007, will conduct training camp over the first three weekends in December at the Rolling Ice facility in San Jose. They will have two-a-day practice sessions on December 1, 8 and 15, and will have single team workouts December 2, 9 and 16. All National League Lacrosse teams must be at the 23-player roster limit December 13.

"We really looked at what made us successful last year and our defense stood out," Stealth General Manager Johnny Mouradian said. "We led the NLL in goals against and were the best man down team in the league. We focused this offseason on getting more goals in our lineup and by adding guys like Peter Veltman, Tom Johnson and Frank Resetarits we addressed those needs. We feel good about the strength of our roster and expect to be a very competitive team."

San Jose opens the season at the Calgary Roughnecks Saturday January 12, takes a week off and then kicks off the home schedule against Calgary January 25 at HP Pavilion.

**truebluefan** · 12-01-2007, 04:49 PM

The Rochester Knighthawks announced today that the team has re-signed forward Shawn Williams to the longest contract in National Lacrosse League history. Williams' deal covers five seasons and secures one of the Top 10 scorers in league history. Williams enters his 11th season of professional lacrosse in 2008 and returns for his seventh year with the Knighthawks.

"We are excited to have a superstar player like Shawn Williams make a long-term commitment to the organization by signing a five-year deal. Shawn was a big part of our run to the championship last year," said Knighthawks General Manager Jody Gage. "We all know what an outstanding player he is, but the key is he brings great leadership to the locker room."

Williams will be available at 8:30 p.m. tonight at All Star Sports prior to the team's 9:00 p.m. practice at the facility at 557 East Ridge Road.

Last season, he was fifth in the National Lacrosse League with a career-high 91 points en route to Second Team All-Pro honors. He was also tied for the league lead with 19 playoff points as Rochester won the 2007 Champion's Cup. The championship was the second of his career, having won his first title in 1999.

Williams, 33, has been a Rochester alternate captain since the 2005 season. He ranks second in team history with 482 points, 212 goals and 270 assists. The Scarborough, Ontario, native is also tied for fourth in team history with 19 postseason goals and is tied for second with 48 points and assists 29. In NLL history, he is eighth in regular season assists (352) and ninth in goals with 299. Williams has also made stops with the Toronto Rock organization (1998-99) and the Buffalo Bandits (2000 to 2001). Williams arrived in Rochester on May 18, 2001, as part of a seven-player deal with the Bandits.

The defending champion Knighthawks begin their 14th season with a home-and-home series against the rival Buffalo Bandits. The game is a rematch of last year's East Division Finals. Rochester opens the season on Friday, January 11th at HSBC Arena. On Saturday, January 12th, the Knighthawks will raise their championship banner prior to hosting the Bandits at 7:35 p.m. at The Blue Cross Arena at the Rochester War Memorial.

Rochester captured the 2007 NLL Champion's Cup on May 12th, defeating the Arizona Sting 13-11 at Jobing.com Arena in Glendale, Arizona. The win was the team's 15th straight and capped a 17-2 season. The championship was the second in the franchise's history. The Knighthawks last won the title in 1997.

**truebluefan** · 12-01-2007, 04:50 PM

Edmonton, AB- With training camp opening this weekend, the Rush are happy to announce the signing of local player and 2 year team veteran, Jimmy Quinlan, to a 2 year agreement.

Quinlan finished the 2007 season second in team scoring, set a franchise-high with 15 power-play assists, and was second with 74 loose balls. He sits atop the Rush's all-time scoring list with 94 points in 32 games and has registered one point in all but one game in team history. Quinlan also received the Rush's Community Service Award in 2007.

"Quinlan is great in the community and has become a fan favourite. We are thrilled that Jimmy we will be with us for at least the next 2 years." said Rush President Duane Vienneau.

The Rush begin training camp this weekend in preparation for their 3rd season in the NLL at the Trans Alta Tri-Leisure Centre in Spruce Grove. Please see below for times:

Saturday, December 1, 2007

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Training Camp Session #1 - North Field

8:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Training Camp Session #2 - South Field

Sunday, December 2, 2007

10:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon Training Camp Session #3 - North Field

2008 season tickets are now on sale call (780) 732-RUSH or check the Rush website Edmonton Rush Lacrosse Club for details.

**truebluefan** · 12-01-2007, 04:51 PM

The New York Titans have signed veteran defender Jamie Hanford to a one year deal. The 6'2", 225 pound defender played for the Colorado Mammoth for the past five seasons.

Hanford has played in the NLL since 1999 after the Philadelphia Wings selected him with the 6th overall pick in the 1998 NLL Entry draft. The face-off specialist has had a stellar career in the NLL, making two All-Star appearances, once as a member of the New Jersey Storm and another in 2005 with the Mammoth. He has made the playoffs eight out of his nine seasons playing in the league and hoisted the Championship cup with the Wings in 2001 and the Mammoth in 2006. Hanford was the best face-off man in the league from 2002 through 2005 and again in 2007, when he led the league with 275 face-off wins and had the league's third-best face-off winning percentage (.661).

As an undergraduate at Loyola College in Maryland, Hanford was a three-time All-American and was named the NCAA's top face-off player in 1998, his senior year. Hanford is from Darien, Connecticut.

In addition to signing Hanford, the Titans have also signed defenseman Nate Andres, defenseman Greg Downing and goalie Chris Collins.

Titans 2008 Season and Group Tickets are now available by calling 888-8TITANS or contact the Titans at tickets@nytitans.com. Season tickets start as low as $75 for all five games at the World's Most Famous Arena. Log onto New York Titans Pro Indoor Lacrosse for information on the Titans 2008 season schedule.

**truebluefan** · 12-04-2007, 07:52 PM

DENVER - The Colorado Mammoth has signed two University of Denver alumni, re-signing one of its top defensive stoppers, Tom Ethington, and agreeing to terms with dispersal draftee Matt Brown.
Ethington, a 6-foot-3, 215-pound native of Glenview, Ill., agreed to a two-year deal. He was selected 81st overall by the Mammoth in the 2002 National Lacrosse League entry draft after four seasons with the Denver Pioneers. After stints on the practice squad and seeing limited regular-season playing time, Ethington became a regular contributor to the Mammoth defensive corps in 2006. He continued to grow into his role as one of the most athletic defenseman in the game last season and earned a spot on Team USA for the World Indoor Lacrosse Championship tournament.

"Tom has committed to improving his game and helping his team since the day we drafted him," Mammoth general manager Steve Govett said. "It is great to see that he is going to be in Colorado for years to come and we look forward to seeing him continue to grow as a player and leader."

Brown, chosen by the Mammoth at No. 14 in the 2007 dispersal draft, played the last two seasons for the Arizona Sting after compiling 137 points in 56 collegiate games for the Pioneers. The 6-foot, 200-pound native of Burnaby, British Columbia, tallied 10 goals and four assists for the Sting last season before registering three goals and five assists in three playoff games. He agreed to a one-year contract

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