RECRUITING ROUNDUP (DEC13)

-Adrenaline Lacrosse reported that defensive midfielder Ryland Rees '19 (Port Coquitlam, BC / Terry Fox Secondary) has verbally committed to SB Lacrosse: http://adrln.com/blog/ryland-rees-commits-to-stony-brook-university/

Ryland Rees '19
Port Coquitlam, BC / Terry Fox Secondary
Defense
6'1'' 180lbs
#77



In 2013, Ryland Rees '19 was named to the Canadian National All Star Team and the MVP of the Canadian National Championship Tournament. 

Adrenaline Lacrosse listed Ryland Rees '19 as one of the "top ten most impressive" players at the Adrenaline Showcase, stating that he: "...showed a great stick... flare for making plays... pushed transition... made plays..." http://adrln.com/blog/adrenaline-showcase-top-ten-impressed/


Click on the image above to see video of Ryland Rees '19 playing during 2013. 

Rees plays often in the US, appearing at the Adrenaline Showcase, The Terrapin Classic, Adrenaline High Rollers, UPLax, Charlotte Fall Classic, Ultimate Performance Fall Shootout, Sin City Showdown, Portland Exhibition Series, and Tacoma Exhibition Series.


Click on the image above to see video of Ryland Rees '19 playing in the 2013 Canadian National Championship, where he was named National Championship Tournament MVP.

You can see more video from 2011 and 2012 here : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t1IFrrwBmEk


Ryland Rees '19 (right) also suits up for the Arizona Burn, Team BC, the West Coast Starz, and Cali-Lax All Stars.  Rees is a scholar athlete, garnering a 3.8 GPA and plays both indoor and outdoor lacrosse.

2012 BC All Canada Games 
2012 BC Summer Games
2012 BoxLa All Star
2012 U16 Team BC 

NEWSLETTER 16dec13

-Adrenaline Lacrosse reported that junior defenseman Ryland Rees '19 (Port Coquitlam, BC / Terry Fox Secondary) has verbally committed to SB Lacrosse: http://adrln.com/blog/ryland-rees-commits-to-stony-brook-university/

Ryland Rees '19
Port Coquitlam, BC / Terry Fox Secondary
Defense
6'1'' 180lbs
#77


Defensive midfielder Ryland Rees '19 was awarded the MVP of the Canadian National Championship Tournament.


-Inside Lacrosse covered the LI Laxfest Showcase at Farmingdale State University, and interviewed director Sean Chamberlain '07 on the success of the event and its increasing attendance.  The Showcase, now in its sixth year,  has become one of the premier tournaments in the country: http://www.insidelacrosse.com/news/2013/12/13/long-islands-laxfest-showcase-form-partnership


-Inside Lacrosse previewed the 2014 season for the America East, picking SB to finish third, behind Albany and UMBC: http://www.insidelacrosse.com/news/2013/12/12/2014-face-yearbook-america-east-rankings-outlook


Bryan Judge '15 was chosen to the preseason AE All-Conference team.


-Via Twitter, junior defenseman Andrew Alejo '19 (Syosset, NY / Syosset HS) has verbally committed to SB Lacrosse: https://twitter.com/Joe_Lombardi/status/408289071874592769

Andrew Alejo '19
Syosset, NY / Syosset HS
Defense
6' 165lbs
#4

NEWSLETTER 15dec13

-SB Athletics reported on the completion of Phase One of the Locker Room Project, in which SB Lacrosse supporters contributed to the program and received a dedicated locker in LaValle Stadium. http://www.goseawolves.org/sports/m-lacros/spec-rel/043013aaa.html


The latest improvements included renovations to the Jon Ryan '90 Memorial Lounge include new customized branded couches, new lighting, and flat screen televisions.
 
A larger photo gallery is available from SB Athletics here: http://www.goseawolves.org/view.gal?id=141029


Other additions include a shuffleboard game, improved lighting, and custom branded leather couches. 
 
The Athletic Department again thanks the supporters and alums who have made this possible. 


The Jon Ryan '90 Memorial Lounge contains updated technology where student-athletes can review practice plans and game film while in the locker room.  

Stay tuned for details of Phase Two, where alums and supporters will again have a chance to contribute to the program.


-Terry Foy of Inside Lacrosse reported that former SB assistant coach Travis Johnson has been named the first head coach of the New Jersey Institute of Technology, a new Division I program that will compete in the America East: http://www.insidelacrosse.com/news/2013/12/13/njit-hire-mount-assistant-travis-johnson-first-head-coach

PRO & INTERNATIONAL UPDATE 13dec13

-Neil Stevens of Lacrosse Magazine covered the World Indoor Championships, where Canada defeated the Iroquois 12-11.  Kevin Crowley '11 scored 1G in the fourth quarter: http://laxmagazine.com/international/men/2013-14/news/111813_canada_edges_iroquois_in_montreal

 
Kevin Crowley '11 (left) represents Team Canada in both the outdoor and indoor world championships.


-Laxpower listed the results of the MLL Supplemental Draft, which included Jordan McBride '11 going to the Chesapeake Bayhawks: http://www.laxpower.com/laxnews/news.php?story=36438

 
Jordan McBride '11 started his career in Rochester, was then traded to Denver, and will now suit up for Chesapeake in the MLL.
Kyle Devitte of Inside Lacrosse said Jordan McBride '11 is: "... an interesting addition to the attack line... in 2012 McBride put up 38 points..." http://www.insidelacrosse.com/news/2013/12/13/devitte-mll-supplemental-draft-grades


-Lacrosse Magazine reported that the MLL's Hamilton Nationals will relocate to Florida for the 2014 season, including a photo of star midfielder Kevin Crowley '11: http://laxmagazine.com/mll/2013-14/news/112113_mll_moves_nationals_to_florida_for_2014


Kevin Crowley '11, the reigning league MVP, will compete for the Nationals out of Florida in 2014.


-Neil Stevens of Lacrosse Magazine previewed the upcoming season for the NLL's Philadelphia Wings, including an interview with head coach Blaine Harrison, who stated that he thinks Kevin Crowley '11 is: "... poised to have a banner year... one of those special players that can be the MVP in both leagues." http://laxmagazine.com/nll/2013-14/news/120913_national_lacrosse_league_preview_philadelphia_wings

 
Kevin Crowley '11 (right) takes a shot on goal against the Toronto Rock.

NEWSLETTER 12nov13

-SB Athletics reported that Coach Nagle has named captains for the 2014 squad, which includes junior Mike Andreassi '15 and sophomore Lucas Rock '16: http://www.goseawolves.org/sports/m-lacros/spec-rel/110513aab.html


Team captain Mike Andreassi '15 (left) collected 28 points in 30 games as an underclassman, while co-captain Lucas Rock '16 (right) appeared in all 16 games as a freshman, picking up 20 ground balls and seven caused turnovers.


-Eamonn Brennan of ESPN posted a College Basketball season preview, including that SB Basketball is: "massively underrated... freshman star Jameel Warney is due for a breakout this season." http://espn.go.com/mens-college-basketball/preview2013/story/_/id/9912562/68-things-get-ready-college-basketball-season


SB Basketball has opened up the 2013 season with two victories behind star sophomore Jameel Warney.


-Lacrosse Unlimited is offering a new version of SB Lacrosse shorts, which can be found here: http://lacrosseunlimited.com/mens/apparel/lacrosse-shorts/college/stony-brook-seawolves-lacrosse-shorts.html


Click on the image above to purchase SB Lacrosse shorts from Lacrosse Unlimited.

NEWSLETTER 1nov13

-SB Athletics has posted the 2014 roster for SB Lacrosse: http://www.goseawolves.org/sports/m-lacros/mtt/ston-m-lacros-mtt.html

The roster includes a new midfielder, sophomore Matt Balzano '16 (Wantagh, NY / Wantagh HS).


Matt Balzano '16 has transferred in from UMass to SB for the 2014 season.

-The Organization is proud to report a new all-time high total of page views for the month of October with 3,001.  The webpage has also exceeded 75,000 hits since its inception in late 2009.

-Newsday covered Media Day at the SB Arena with the Men's and Women's basketball teams, including photos of the arena construction: http://www.newsday.com/sports/college/stony-brook/stony-brook-basketball-media-day-and-arena-renovation-1.6308691#1

Click on the image above to see photos of the SB Arena and 2013 Media Day.

-Brian Foley of Lacrosse Magazine featured SB Women's Lacrosse for the upcoming 2014 season, stating that the Seawolves are "looking to make a national impact" in 2014: http://laxmagazine.com/college_women/DI/2012-13/news/102813_stony_brook_womens_lacrosse_revolving_identity_is_still_fast

NEWSLETTER 28oct13

-SB Athletics has posted the 2013 schedule for SB Lacrosse: 

2/14 MARIST
2/18 LAFAYETTE
2/23 duke
3/1 RUTGERS
3/8 MARYLAND
3/11 SACRED HEART
3/15 fairfield
3/18 MANHATTAN
3/22 ST JOHNS
3/28 umbc
4/1 QUINNIPIAC
4/5 VERMONT
4/12 albany
4/19 binghamton
4/26 HARTFORD
5/1 AE SEMIFINAL
5/3 AE FINAL



In addition to the schedule above, SB will scrimmage Boston College, Monmouth, Yale, and Villanova in the preseason.

You can find more information about the schedule, including media info, here: http://www.goseawolves.org/sports/m-acros/sched/ston-m-lacros-sched.html


In 2014, Coach Nagle will lead SB against defending national champions Duke University.

RECRUITING ROUNDUP (OCT13)

-Via Twitter, defenseman Tyler Anderson '18 has announced his commitment to SB Lacrosse: https://twitter.com/Tyla_Andasun/status/377214896867262464

Tyler Anderson '18
Shoreham, NY / Shoreham Wading River HS
Defense
6'2'' 205lbs
#25



In 2013, defenseman Tyler Anderson '18 lead SWR HS to its fifth Long Island title and an appearance in the NY Class C Semifinal.

2013 All Division 
2013 18-2 record, Section 11 Title


In 2012, Tyler Anderson '18 won a NY State Championship at SWR HS.

You can find a highlight video of Anderson in action here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=jnrMvG-0xYs

Click on the image above to see video highlights of Tyler Anderson '18. 

Anderson is also a star RB/OLB on the football field, so far this year garnering 465 yards on only 37 carries, averaging over 12.5 yards per carry.  


Click on the image above to see a football highlight featuring Tyler Anderson '18.  

The Village Beacon Record interviewed SWR football coach Matt Millheiser on Tyler Anderson '18, who stated that Anderson is: "... a really good kid... a smart football player... gets bigger and stronger every season... our best kid." http://shorehamwadingriverfootball.stackvarsity.com/news/article.asp?id=315005


In 2012 as a junior, Tyler Anderson '18 (right) registered 753 yards and 12 touchdowns over a three game period.

RECRUITING ROUNDUP (OCT13)

-Joe Lombardi at Lax Lessons reported that sophomore attackman Tom Haun '20 (Lake Ronkonkoma, NY / Sachem North HS) has verbally committed to SB Lacrosse: http://www.laxlessons.com/2013/10/11/sachem-north-sophomore-attackman-tom-haun/

Tom Haun '20
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY / Sachem North HS
Attack
5'8'' 140lbs
#29

Tom Haun '20 will join SB Lacrosse with current Sachem North HS teammates Mike Calvagna '18, Joe Caridi '18, and Anthony Ross '18.

2013 stats: 13G, 5A
2013 LI Showcase Team Suffolk


Lefty attackman Tom Haun '20 registered 18 points as a freshman for Sachem North HS in 2013, earning a trip to the Suffolk County playoffs.

The current SB roster also includes other Sachem North HS alums, Alex Harris '15 and Mike Andreassi '14.

Tom Haun '20 (white) is a multisport athlete, playing hockey, basketball, volleyball, and football in addition to lacrosse.

NEWSLETTER 23oct13

-StonyBrook.edu posted updated construction photos of the SB Arena, which will be home to indoor sports starting in the Fall of 2014: http://www.stonybrook.edu/facilities/projects/current/main_campus/?basketball-arena


Click on the image above to see multiple photos of the construction of the SB Arena. 

You can also find a 3D bird's eye view of the arena and the corresponding seat and row numbers here: http://www.seats3d.com/ncaa/stony_brook_university/mens_basketball/#/level_1/


Click on the image above to use the interactive 3D tool for the SB Arena. 


-Donnie Webb of Syracuse.Com reported that former SB defenseman Michael Durgey '94 has recently passed away.  Mike had coached at numerous successful programs in the Syracuse area, including Nottingham, Jamesville-Dewitt, Manlius, Chittenango. http://highschoolsports.syracuse.com/news/article/-4053762986336310829/former-nottingham-lacrosse-coach-and-mph-assistant-paul-durgey-dies/

NEWSLETTER 16oct13

-Sean Burns of Lacrosse Magazine polled the fans for the Men's Player of the Year across all leagues, including Kevin Crowley '11 as a finalist.  You can vote for Crowley here: http://laxmagazine.com/genrel/101413_best_of_lacrosse_mens_player_of_year

Kevin Crowley '11 (center) was named the 2013 MLL MVP and tied for the first in points (55) and leading Hamilton to the playoffs.  Crowley also registered 72 points for the NLL's Philadelphia Wings in 2013.

Burns wrote that Kevin Crowley '11 is: "one of the finer midfielders in the game both indoor and out".


-Joe Lombardi at Lax Lessons reported that sophomore attackman Tom Haun '20 (Lake Ronkonkoma, NY / Sachem North HS) has verbally committed to SB Lacrosse: http://www.laxlessons.com/2013/10/11/sachem-north-sophomore-attackman-tom-haun/

Tom Haun '20
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY  / Sachem North HS
Attack
5'8'' 140lbs
#29


Tom Haun '20 (white) is the second commitment of the Class of 2020.  Haun played in the LI Showcase for Team Suffolk after his freshman year.

-Kimberley Martin of Newsday reported that former RB Miguel Maysonet will sign with the NY Jets after working out most recently with the Cincinnati Bengals: http://www.newsday.com/sports/football/jets/nothing-but-jets-1.1279166/jets-to-sign-ex-stony-brook-rb-miguel-maysonet-to-practice-squad-1.6257232

Former star running back Miguel Maysonet has signed with five NFL teams already in 2013.

RECRUITING ROUNDUP (OCT13)

-Via Twitter, midfielder Mackenzie Rope '20 (Pitt Meadows, BC / Pitt Meadows Secondary) has verbally committed to SB Lacrosse: https://twitter.com/mackenzierope/status/383672563953463297

Mackenzie Rope '20
Pitt Meadows, BC / Pitt Meadows Secondary
Midfield
6'1'' 165lbs
#17


Sophomore midfielder Mackenzie Rope '20 is the first commitment of the Class of 2020. 

3D Lacrosse evaluated Mackenzie Rope '20, stating that he: "... was the most valuable player on offense, defense, as well as the faceoff x... hand speed and physical dominance allowed for him to go hot out the front and create his own fast breaks." http://3dlacrosse.com/3d-rising/mackenzie-rope-2


During its evaluation of Mackenzie Rope '20, 3D Lacrosse stated that he: "... contributed a number of goals and assists... size and speed were pivotal in killing the odd man rushes and preventing transition goals from the other team."


-Tim Fitzgerald of Maple Ridge News featured Mackenzie Rope '20 in a 2012 article at the Denver University Lacrosse Camp, including an interview and photo: http://www.mapleridgenews.com/sports/163107686.html
http://letsgodu.blogspot.com/2012_07_01_archive.html

Rope was named to the All-Star team for the second straight year.  Coach Brett Hoskins said: "Mackenzie makes an impact in all areas of the game... played a key role for us in transition as one of our top face-off specialists and was one of our main contributors offensively... sky is the limit... tremendous work effort... great athlete and looks to have a very bright future in outdoor lacrosse.”



Click on the image above to see highlight video of Mackenzie Rope '20.  Rope also plays ice hockey.

-Team BC U16 
-Burnaby Mountain Selects U15 
-U15 All Stars
-Denver University Camp U13 All Star
-Charlotte Fall Classic Elite Team 
-BMS U13 Elite MVP
-Bantam A1 All Star 

NEWSLETTER 14oct13

-Via Twitter, defenseman Tyler Anderson '18 has announced his commitment to SB Lacrosse: https://twitter.com/Tyla_Andasun/status/377214896867262464

Tyler Anderson '18
Shoreham, NY / Shoreham Wading River HS
Defense
6'2'' 205lbs
#25


Tyler Anderson '18 (right) won a Long Island Championship as a junior for powerhouse Shoreham-Wading River and was named All Division.

-Sacred Heart Athletics officially announced that Tom Compitello '11 has been named Assistant Coach for the Pioneers: http://www.sacredheartpioneers.com/sports/m-lacros/2013-14/releases/20130905t8e2ta


In just two seasons, Tom Compitello '11 (left) coached Lehigh to two consecutive Patriot Championships and two NCAA Tournament berths.  

-The America East announced the the AE Basketball Tournament will move to a campus-site format, rather than neutral sites for the upcoming season: http://www.americaeast.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=14000&ATCLID=209275526

PRO & INTERNATIONAL UPDATE 13oct13

-Lacrosse Magazine announced the training roster for Team Canada, which includes SB alums Rhys Duch '08, Kevin Crowley '11, and Jordan McBride '11: http://laxmagazine.com/international/2012-13/news/093013_team_canada_training_roster_for_2014_announced


Rhys Duch '08, Kevin Crowley '11, and Jordan McBride '11 have all played in the MLL and NLL and also have represented Team Canada.

Sean Burns of Lacrosse Magazine wrote that Kevin Crowley '11 is: "... the headliner of this group coming off an MLL MVP season with the Hamilton Nationals... 2010 Canadian team member... prototypical big-bodied midfielder who can withstand the rigors of international tournament play." http://www.laxmagazine.com/international/2012-13/news/100113_quick_analysis_of_team_canada-s_tryout_roster

Will Cleveland of Lacrosse Magazine covered the Team Canada scrimmage versus Robert Morris University, including that Jordan McBride '11 scored twice: http://laxmagazine.com/international/men/2012-13/101313_canada_strong_in_training_weekend


Jordan McBride '11 has represented both Team Scotland and Team Canada in international play.


-Stephen Stamp of Inside Lacrosse covered the Team Canada vs Denver scrimmage, including that Rhys Duch '08 scored once in the contest: http://www.insidelacrosse.com/news/2013/10/13/team-canada-vs-denver-scrimmages-who-stood-out

NEWSLETTER 9oct13

-At Homecoming 2013, Coach Nagle organized the 2013 Career Seminar, in which various SB Lacrosse alumni addressed the team on planning for their future.  The Organization would like to thank the following alums for speaking: Frank C. Barile '02, Matt Campolettano '02, Kevin Shea '03, Greg Taylor '98, and Jim Hughes '93.  Photos are below:


Greg Taylor '98, a school teacher and head coach of Suffolk Community Lacrosse, lectured the team on the importance of confidence and career choices.

This marks the second year of the Career Seminar, which has been a resounding success.  The coaching staff and the team have delivered positive feedback to the alumni who have participated. 


Former attackman Kevin Shea '03 spoke about his experiences in graduate school, the military, and the police force.

The Career Seminar was held in the Goldstein Academic Center in the SB Sports Complex.  Afterward, the team gave the alumni a tour of the Dubin Center and the SB Arena construction.


Matt Campolettano '02 emphasized the importance of studies, graduate school, and networking.

The Organization would like to thank Coach Nagle and his staff for organizing the event and also the team for attending.  

Alums interested in speaking next year should contact the Webmaster.

NEWSLETTER 8oct13

-SB Athletics posted a highlight video of SB Football defeating Bryant at Homecoming 2013 by a score of 21-13: http://www.goseawolves.org/sports/m-footbl/recaps/100513aaa.html


SB Football hosted a record crowd at LaValle Stadium of 11,224, despite seating for only 8,200.

Greg Logan of Newsday also covered the game here: http://www.newsday.com/sports/college/on-campus-1.812060/chuck-priore-we-got-courageous-efforts-1.6205282


The victory marked the 8th straight Homecoming victory for the Seawolves.


-Matt Kinnear of Inside Lacrosse reported that former SB assistant coach Eric Seremet has been injured in an accident.  Please click on the following link to see how you can help: http://www.insidelacrosse.com/news/2013/10/08/support-air-forces-eric-seremet-through-tragedy


Air Force Athletics has also posted more information on how you can contact Coach Seremet and how you can help: http://www.usafalacrosse.com/news/info.php?nid=8355

NEWSLETTER 3oct13

-SB Lacrosse has secured a verbal commitment from midfielder Mackenzie Rope '20 (Pitt Meadows, BC / Pitt Meadows Secondary): https://twitter.com/mackenzierope/status/383672563953463297

Mackenzie Rope '20
Pitt Meadows, BC / Pitt Meadows Secondary
Midfield
6'1'' 165lbs
#17


Midfielder Mackenzie Rope '20 is the first commitment from the Class of 2020.


-SB Alumni & Friends has posted an events calendar where you can register for future alumni events, including Homecoming 2013: http://alumniandfriends.stonybrook.edu/page.aspx?pid=299

-The San Diego Chargers reported that they have signed former SB running back Miguel Maysonet: http://www.chargers.com/team/roster/miguel-maysonet/21845f5a-259c-472c-bca5-35522f115478/


Miguel Maysonet (left) has already made stops in Philadelphia, Cleveland, and Indianapolis before landing in San Diego with the Chargers.

-SB Athletics reported that Men's & Women's Basketball will appear on ESPN networks seven times for the upcoming 2013-2014 season: http://www.goseawolves.org/sports/m-baskbl/spec-rel/100113aab.html

NEWSLETTER 2oct13

-Alums and supporters can contribute  to the Fight for Edward through tomorrow, October 4th, 2013.  You can also help by reading the story of Ed DeLaura '00 and purchasing a towel here: http://www.booster.com/edwarddelaura13 


Click on the link above to read about the Fight for Edward and how you can help Ed DeLaura '00. 

The campaign continues with another fundraiser, to be held at the Park Bench:

The Fight for Edward
The Park Bench http://www.thebenchbar.com/
1095 Route 25a
Stony Brook, NY 11790
9pm-11pm
Open Bar & Buffet $30
Raffle & Silent Auction

-SB Alumni & Friends posted details for Homecoming 2013, to be held at LaValle Stadium on 10/5/13.  You can register and buy tickets here: https://alumniandfriends.stonybrook.edu/main-site/alumni-association/aa---programs--events---wolfstock-2013

SB Football hosts Bryant at Homecoming 2013 at LaValle Stadium.  

SB Athletics has also posted pregame notes for SB Football to host Bryant University: http://www.goseawolves.org/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/100113aab.html

-Lacrosse Magazine reported on the Canadian Lacrosse Association announcing its 2014 Training Roster, which includes Rhys Duch '08, Kevin Crowley '11, and Jordan McBride '11: http://laxmagazine.com/international/2012-13/news/093013_team_canada_training_roster_for_2014_announced

Rhys Duch '08, Kevin Crowley '11, and Jordan McBride '11 have all represented Team Canada in the past and will compete to make the team for 2014.