9/24/12

NEWSLETTER 24sep12


-Ty Xanders of Inside Lacrosse reported that defensive midfielder Joe Fraietta '17 (Montrose, NY / Hendrick Hudson HS) committed to SB Lacrossehttp://insidelacrosse.com/news/2012/09/18/recruiting-syracuse-ohio-state-lehigh-michigan-umass-colgate


You can also find an interview with Joe Lombardi of Lax Lessons here: http://www.laxlessons.com/2012/09/18/joe-fraietta/


-The Dubin Family Athletic Center opened this past summer and varsity teams are now training in the brand new state of the art facility:


The recently completed Dubin Family Athletic Center faces out on to LaValle Stadium.


Lacrosse alumnus Glenn Dubin '78 donated $4.3M to construct the facility, which is to be used by all varsity sports teams on campus:


The 8,000 square foot Dubin Family Athletic Center boasts 37,280 pounds of cutting-edge strength & conditioning equipment, an audio visual system for filming and training, plyometrics, a nutritional center, office, storage, and an outdoor patio area.



-Amy Streifer of the SB Statesman reported on SB Football falling to Syracuse on the road in front of 34,000 fans, despite having the lead at halftime: http://www.sbstatesman.com/new-york-matchup-stony-brook-falls-28-17-to-syracuse786 

The Wall Street Journal also picked up the story here: http://online.wsj.com/article/APc84d448010584a7eb5610f876c70bbef.html


SB Football defeated Colgate on Homecoming in front of 10,278 fans.


-ESPN posted the Top Ten Plays of the Week, including Miguel Maysonet running 72 yards for a touchdown against Syracuse: http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=8382714

NEWSLETTER 23sep12

-SB Lacrosse held its annual intrasquad scrimmage on Homecoming 2012:  


Freshman Challen Rogers '16 (left) carries the ball during the intrasquad scrimmage.

The new roster includes 19 new faces, 18 of which are freshmen: 


Freshman goalkeeper Dan Shaughnessy '16 (center) makes a save.


Following the scrimmage, Coach Nagle invited alumni to address the team in a career seminar.  Volunteers Jeff Capri '89, Will Imhof '96, Tristram Gillen '02, Matt Campolettano '02, Frank Barile '02, and Sean Chamberlain '07 spoke to the team and shared their experiences:


Tristram Gillen '02 addresses the varsity during the career seminar.  A former college lacrosse coach, Gillen is currently a professional sales training manager.

The alumni universally stressed the importance of academics, internships, and building a network of contacts.


Will Imhof '96 spoke about his experiences as a teacher and coach.  Imhof is a former player, team captain, and also coached SB Lacrosse.

The alumni also advised the team on what mistakes to avoid, how to build a network, and how to create opportunities.


Jeff Capri '89 finished his degree in Health Sciences and became a teacher and a restaurateur.

9/21/12

RECRUITING ROUNDUP (SEP12)

-The British Columbia Lacrosse Association reported that Brody Eastwood '16 has committed to SB Lacrosse: https://bcla.centraldesktop.com/bcla/me ... duates.pdf

Brody Eastwood '16
Victoria, BC / Victoria JR A Shamrocks
5'10'' 185lbs
Attack
#18



Brody Eastwood '16 registered 15 hat tricks in only two seasons for the Jr. A Victoria Shamrocks, the same team as alumnus Rhys Duch '08.


-2012 Stats: 39G, 26A
-2011 Stats: 43G, 42A 
-2011 Junior A Rookie of the Year
-2010 Intermediate All Star Team


Despite missing four games in 2012, Brody Eastwood '16 (left) finished sixth in league scoring.  In 2011, Eastwood finished second in league scoring and first in goals.


-Paul Tutka of IL Indoor wrote Eastwood is: "Mature well beyond his rookie status... stepped up huge... did nothing but produce... led the Shamrocks in goals, assists, points and special team scoring." http://www.ilindoor.com/2011/08/24/il-indoor-2011-junior-of-the-year-awards-plus-all-canadian-teams/

Victoria head coach Jordan Sundher said: "Brody is putting up some good numbers this year and it’s no smoke and mirrors. He goes to the tough places and 90% of his goals have come within 6” of the crease. He’s always moving, cutting, back picking, and rolling to the net. The sky is the limit for Brody.” http://www.ilindoor.com/2011/06/24/dirty-dozen-the-joty-favourites-so-far/


 
Brody Eastwood '16 receives the 2010 Intermediate All Star award.  


-Paul Tutka of IL Indoor named Eastwood a finalist for the 2011 Player of the Year award, stating that Eastwood is: “on pace to put up some of the best single season numbers in Victoria in quite some time (bigger than Rhys Duch ’08)…” http://www.ilindoor.com/2011/06/24/dirty-dozen-the-joty-favourites-so-far/

9/19/12

RECRUITING ROUNDUP (SEP12)

-Ty Xanders of Inside Lacrosse reported that Joe Fraietta '17 (Montrose, NY / Hendrick Hudson HS) has verbally committed to SB Lacrosse: http://insidelacrosse.com/news/2012/09/18/recruiting-syracuse-ohio-state-lehigh-michigan-umass-colgate


Joe Fraietta '17
Montrose, NY / Hendrick Hudson HS
6'1'' 185lbs
LSM
#14

Joe Fraietta '17 also played for Team Superstar, the Yale Bulldog Bash, the Midsummer's Classic, Hotbeds, and Peak 200, where he was named an All Star.


-2012 All Section
-Westchester/Putnam All Star
-MSG Varsity's Fab 50 (football & lacrosse)

-Vimeo posted video of Joe Fraietta '17 here: http://vimeo.com/28687237

Click on the image above to see highlights of Joe Fraietta '17 in action.


-Joe Lombardi of Lax Lessons also reported on the commitment, including an interview with Hen Hud coach Craig Solomon, who said Joe Fraietta '17: "... is extremely athletic... ability to push the ball in transition... dependable player who is gong to limit the other teams best middie... great playing between the boxes and is very strong on ground balls.” http://www.laxlessons.com/2012/09/18/joe-fraietta/

Joe Lombardi refers to Joe Fraietta '17 as "a lacrosse star... a groundball machine... with good speed, stick skills and athleticism... a football standout".


Joe Fraietta '17 also competes for Hen Hud HS in the 55 meter dash and on the gridiron as a quarterback and defensive end, garnering All Section honorable mention as a junior.

9/13/12

RECRUITING ROUNDUP (SEP12)

-Herb Garbutt of Inside Halton interviewed incoming midfielder Jay Lindsay '16 on representing Canada in the U19 World Championships. Though the team earlier defeated the US (for the first US loss ever in the tournament), Canada fell to the US in the finals in Turku, Finland. http://www.insidehalton.com/sports/article/1493130--silver-lining-for-lindsay-as-he-begins-college-career

Jay Lindsay '16 helped Team Canada win the Silver Medal in the U19 World Championships in Turku, Finland.


-Geoff Shannon and Ty Xanders of Inside Lacrosse reported that rising junior midfielder Mike Calvagna '18 has committed to SB, while also considering Ohio State, Marquette, Penn State and Michigan:

You can find more information from Joe Lombardi at LaxLessons, including a interview and profile for Mike Calvagna '18: http://www.laxlessons.com/2012/07/07/calvagna-tristates-premier-faceoff-specialists-selects-stony-brook/

After finishing his sophomore year, Joe Lombardi refers to Mike Calvagna '18 as one of the "premier faceoff specialists in the region".

9/11/12

NEWSLETTER 11sep12

-StonyBrook.edu posted the details of Wolfstock 2012, the annual homecoming festivities. You can register and buy tickets here: http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/wolfstock/

Adults: $25 (online price) $35 (day of the event)
Kids 6 to 12: $15
Kids 5 and under: Free



SB Football takes on Colgate University at homecoming on 9/22/12.


-SB Lacrosse will also be holding its annual Intrasquad Scrimmage on homecoming.
Following the scrimmage, Coach Nagle is hosting "Meet the 2013 Seawolves", an informal career seminar, and is seeking alumni volunteers to share their educational path and professional careers with the current members of the team. Details below:

SB Lacrosse Intrasquad Scrimmage
University Track
9/22/12
12:30pm
2:15pm Informal Career Seminar
3:00pm Wolfstock
6:00pm SB Football versus Colgate University

If you are interested in being considered to share your experiences with the team, please contact the Webmaster immediately.


-SB Athletic Director Jim Fiore announced via Twitter that renovations of the SB Arena are underway, including a photo: https://twitter.com/JDFiore/status/238025976905355266/photo/

Renovations have begun on the SB Arena, which includes a $23M project. A rendition of the completed arena is pictured above.

You can find more renditions from SB Athletics here: http://www.goseawolves.org/view.gal?id=27078


-SB Football takes on Syracuse University on Saturday, September 15th at 4:00pm. You can watch the action on Time Warner Cable Sports, SNY, or ESPN3.com. http://www.goseawolves.org/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/091012aab.html

9/10/12

NEWSLETTER 10sep12

-Erika Karp of the Times Beacon Record reported on a plan to redevelop downtown Stony Brook, including the one mile strip of Route 25A that abuts the main campus near the train station.

President Stanley said: "I think it's something that's been missing from the campus probably since the beginning. To have community involvement right from the beginning, I think is critical to get this kind of thing happening."

The plan to redevelop Route 25A is intended to connect the university and the surrounding community, including bringing in new businesses, restaurants, offices and retail stores.


-Laxpower reported that former attackman Graham Adams '12 has been named assistant coach for Detroit Mercy Lacrosse: http://www.laxpower.com/laxnews/news.php?story=31023

You can find Adams' profile from Detroit Mercy Athletics here: http://www.detroittitans.com/coaches.aspx?rc=341&path=mlax


-Inside Lacrosse reported that the Canadian Lacrosse Association published a roster for the 2012 Duel in Denver, an exhibition match between US and Canadian national teams in Colorado. The Canadian roster includes Jordan McBride '11, Kevin Crowley '11, and Robbie Campbell '12: http://insidelacrosse.com/news/2012/08/31/canadas-duel-roster-unveiled

Laxpower reported that Canada went on to win the contest 11-9. Jordan McBride '11 registered 1G, 1A in the game. http://www.laxpower.com/laxnews/news.php?story=31054

Jordan McBride '11, Kevin Crowley '11, and Robbie Campbell '12 played for Team Canada in the 2012 Duel in Denver, where they defeated the US National Team.

Inside Lacrosse posted more photos of the event here: http://insidelacrosse.com/news/2012/09/10/photos-duel-denver

Robbie Campbell '12 (left) recently graduated from SB, compiling 82G and 56A during his career.

8/26/12

PRO & INTERNATIONAL UPDATE 25aug12

-Major League Lacrosse is holding the 2012 Championship at Harvard University this weekend. You can find the schedule of contests and media guide here: http://www.majorleaguelacrosse.com/press-release/6169/championship-weekend-news-and-notes/

On 8/25/12, Jordan McBride '11 and the Denver Outlaws take on the Long Island Lizards at 1pm.

Jordan McBride '11 (black) is currently the sixth leading scoring attackman in the MLL with 29G, 9A in only eleven contests.

Also on 8/25/12, Adam Rand '11 and the Chesapeake Bayhawks take on the Boston Cannons at 4pm.

Adam Rand '11 (#10) scooped up 55 ground balls so far on the season, winning over 54% of his faceoffs.

The winners advance to the Finals on 8/26/12 at 3pm. You can watch the action on ESPN2, ESPN3, or CBS Sports Network.


-Phil Shore of Lacrosse Magazine discussed the MLL Championship and mentioned Chesapeake faceoff specialist Adam Rand '11: http://laxmagazine.com/mll/2011-12/news/082112_eight_big_questions_for_major_league_lacrosse_championship_weekend

Shore also previewed each contest, mentioning both Jordan McBride '11 and Adam Rand '11 here: http://laxmagazine.com/mll/2011-12/news/082012_four_teams_two_days_one_major_league_lacrosse_champion

Adam Rand '11 (right) wins a faceoff against the Charlotte Hounds.


-Kyle Devitte of Inside Lacrosse also previewed the Chesapeake/Boston game, mentioning that Adam Rand '11 is "the real story of success at the X for this Bayhawks team... coming in fourth amongst faceoff men that have taken at least 300 draws." http://insidelacrosse.com/news/2012/08/23/devitte-bayhawks-cannons-breakdown

8/24/12

RECRUITING ROUNDUP (AUG12)

-Bob Herzog of Newsday reported that rising senior midfielder Ryan Bitzer '17 (Riverhead, NY / Riverhead HS) has verbally committed to SB: http://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/football/high-school-football-1.811929/bitzer-earns-3-star-rating-for-riverhead-1.3912318


Ryan Bitzer '17
Riverhead, NY / Riverhead HS
Midfield
6' 165lbs
#10

Ryan Bitzer '17 (right) was named Team MVP in both lacrosse and basketball, and also Riverhead News Review's Athlete of the Year. He is the eleventh member of the Class of 2017 so far.


-Joe Werkmeister of the Riverhead News Review interviewed head lacrosse coach Victor Guadagnino on Ryan Bitzer '17, who said of Bitzer: “His field vision is fantastic... not a big verbal guy, he’s a doer. He leads us by example and that’s what we’re counting on.” http://riverheadnewsreview.timesreview.com/2012/03/35215/boys-lacrosse-preview-blue-waves-look-to-climb-out-of-basement/

Point guard Ryan Bitzer '17 is also lettered in basketball, garnering Team MVP honors as a junior. Bitzer was also named to the LI Basketball Best Players on Long Island Honor Roll.


Bob Liepa of the Riverheads News Review interviewed Riverhead HS basketball coach John Rossetti, who said Bitzer is “...in high-pressure situations all the time, so he’s used to it... a great kid, a great player. http://riverheadnewsreview.timesreview.com/2012/02/34522/boys-basketball-riverhead-wins-playoff-opener-faces-no-3-deer-park-today/

In 2011, as a junior, Ryan Bitzer '17 lead the league and division by throwing for 1705 total yards (190/game) and 11 touchdowns.


Bob Liepa of the Riverhead News Review interviewed Bitzer on being the star quarterback for Riverhead HS football. Head coach Leif Shay said of Bitzer: "We always knew he was good. … He’s so calm under pressure, and his poise is his greatest attribute. He doesn’t let things rattle him at all.” http://riverheadnewsreview.timesreview.com/2011/09/22684/football-blue-waves-lead-top-ranked-east-islip-at-the-half/

In addition to being a quarterback, Ryan Bitzer '17 (right) also plays defensive back and kicker.

2012 All County
2012 Team MVP
2012 Team Captain
2012 Stats: 29G, 20A; 90GB
2011 Stats: 8G, 8A; 38GB

8/23/12

NEWSLETTER 23aug12

-Back in June 2011, Brooks of MGoBlog wrote about increased interest in Canadian lacrosse players, stating that Kevin Crowley '11 is an example of their success in the NCAA. http://mgoblog.com/diaries/michigan-lacrosse-and-canadian-question

In 2012, Kevin Crowley '11 was the 15th leading scorer in the MLL in his second year in the league.


-Lacrosse Magazine reported that SB Women's Lacrosse coach Joe Spallina, also the coach of the MLL's Long Island Lizards, has been named Coach of the Year in his first season: http://laxmagazine.com/mll/2011-12/news/081512_joe_spallina_named_mll_coach_of_year


-Major League Lacrosse is holding the 2012 Championship at Harvard University this weekend. You can find the schedule of contests and media guide here: http://www.majorleaguelacrosse.com/press-release/6169/championship-weekend-news-and-notes/

On 8/25/12, Jordan McBride '11 and the Denver Outlaws take on the Long Island Lizards at 1pm, followed by Adam Rand '11 and the Chesapeake Bayhawks versus the Boston Cannons at 4pm.

Adam Rand '11 wins a faceoff against UMBC.

The winners advance to the Finals on 8/26/12 at 3pm. You can watch the action on ESPN2, ESPN3, or CBS Sports Network.


-SB Athletics has posted on Twitter the 2013 SB Lacrosse promotional posters here: https://twitter.com/SBAthletics/status/238341040426344448/photo/1

The 2013 promotional poster shows defenseman Savaughn Greene '12 (left), who is now healthy after suffering a knee injury and redshirting in 2012. Also shown is Dominic Cerasi '14 (center) and Joe Laforet '13 (right).


-Eric Holden of Yahoo Sports listed the Top 25 Toughest Places to play college football, including LaValle Stadium at #22: http://sports.yahoo.com/news/college-footballs-top-25-toughest-places-play-204600964--ncaaf.html

8/22/12

NEWSLETTER 22aug12

-Molloy Athletics has announced that former goalkeeper Rob Camposa '11 has been named Assistant Coach of the men's varsity lacrosse team: http://www.molloylions.com/sports/mlax/coaches/Camposa

Rob Camposa '11 recorded 123 saves in 2011, leading the Seawolves to ten victories.


-SB Lacrosse now has its own Twitter page found here:

You can also find the permanent link on our homepage under the Media links on the right.


-Michael Kennett of StealthLax wrote about box lacrosse skills becoming vital in NCAA lacrosse, and cited Kevin Crowley '11 as an example: http://www.ilindoor.com/2012/08/07/skills-of-box-lacrosse-emerging-as-vital-for-success-in-world-of-ncaa-field-lacrosse/


-Bob Herzog of Newsday reported that rising senior midfielder Ryan Bitzer '17 (Riverhead, NY / Riverhead HS) has verbally committed to SB: http://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/football/high-school-football-1.811929/bitzer-earns-3-star-rating-for-riverhead-1.3912318

Ryan Bitzer '17 (right) is a three sport athlete at Riverhead HS, garnering All County honors as a junior in lacrosse.


-SB Athletics reported that SB Football will appear on television a record five times during the 2012 regular season: http://www.goseawolves.org/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/082012aab.html

8/17/12

PRO & INTERNATIONAL UPDATE 17aug12

-The MLL reported on Rhys Duch '08 of the Hamilton Nationals lighting up the scoreboard against the Long Island Lizards, scoring 5G, 2A: http://www.majorleaguelacrosse.com/press-release/6115/hamilton-ends-season-on-positive-note-with-188-victory/


Rhys Duch '08 was named Bud Light MLL Player of the Game for his seven points against the Lizards.

Kyle Fletcher of In Lax We Trust also covered the game here, which includes 2G from Kevin Crowley '11: http://inlacrossewetrust.com/?p=2505

http://television.insidelacrosse.com/media/33798fe43c3a43cf90c0f4d233bc591b/mll---lizards-vs-nationals-highlights
Click on the image above to see footage of Rhys Duch '08 in action.


-Brendan Staudt of In Lax We Trust named Rhys Duch '08 the Second Star for his performance against the Lizards: http://inlacrossewetrust.com/?p=2512


-Lacrosse Magazine reported that Jordan McBride '11 will be playing for Team Canada in the Duel in Denveragainst Team USA: http://laxmagazine.com/teamusa/men/2011-12/news/081412_grant_merrill_headline_canada_selections_for_duel_in_denver


Currently leading the Denver Outlaws to the MLL playoffs, Jordan McBride '11 has also represented both Scotland and Canada in the FIL Championships.


-David Ashby of In Lax We Trust also covered the WLA playoffs, reporting on Kyle Belton '12 scoring 1G for Langley in the 9-8 victory over Burnaby: http://inlacrossewetrust.com/?p=2319


-Bob Chavez of IL Indoor covered WLA action, including that Kevin Crowley '11 scored 4G, 2A for the New Westminster Salmonbellies. http://www.ilindoor.com/2012/07/27/last-night-new-westminsters-win-over-coquitlam-keeps-wla-playoff-drive-alive/

Jordan McBride '11 also tallied 1G, 1A for the Salmonbellies in the contest.

Kevin Crowley '11 scored 17G, 22A in only ten games for the Salmonbellies in 2012.


-Matthew Caruk of In Lax We Trust reported on the Major Series Lacrosse playoffs, including that Rhys Duch '08 scored 2G against Brampton to advance Six Nations to the Finals: http://inlacrossewetrust.com/?p=2547

8/16/12

RECRUITING ROUNDUP (AUG12)

-Inside Lacrosse published its Power 100 Freshman recruiting issue, which includes two incoming players committed to SB, attackman Matt Schultz '16 and defenseman Jon Lynott '16: http://insidelacrosse.com/news/2012/08/13/2012-recruiting-issue-power-100-freshmen

Matt Schultz '16 was rated #56 nationally in the Power 100 Freshman rankings.

Matt Schultz '16 totalled 91 points in his senior year and was named a 2012 USILA All American.

Inside Lacrosse also rated Matt Schultz '16 at #19 amongst all freshman attackmen nationally: http://insidelacrosse.com/news/2012/08/13/2012-recruiting-issue-top-40-attackmen

Matt Schultz '16 (right) lead Smithtown West HS to a 16-2 record in 2012 and a top ten national ranking.


-Inside Lacrosse ranked to the Top 40 Freshman Defenseman, including Jon Lynott '16 at #33: http://insidelacrosse.com/news/2012/08/14/2012-recruiting-issue-top-40-defensemen

Jon Lynott '16 (white) throws a body check against Chaminade HS during the CHSAA Finals, leading St. Anthony's to its third consecutive title.

Jon Lynott '16 (right) lead St. Anthony's to a 16-3 record in 2012, and a top ten national ranking.

8/15/12

RECRUITING ROUNDUP (AUG12)

-Inside Lacrosse reported that Team Canada lost to Team USA in the U19 FIL Championships in Turku, Finland. Incoming midfielder Jay Lindsay '16 won 1 of 2 faceoffs on the day: http://insidelacrosse.com/news/2012/07/21/u19-world-championships-usa-beats-canada-keeps-gold-streak-alive


Jay Lindsay '16 (left) prepares to faceoff for Team Canada in Finland.


-Andrew Coen of the Malverne Patch interviewed Steven Ferreira '16 on his participation in the United Healthcare Empire Challenge, an annual LI vs NYC all star football game. Ferreira quarterbacked LI to a 31-7 victory over NYC: http://malverne-lynbrook.patch.com/articles/long-island-football-all-stars-dominate-nyc-in-empire-challenge

Defensive midfielder Steven Ferreira '16 completed 8 of 11 passes in the Empire Challenge, including 132 yards and two touchdowns.

Bob Herzog of Newsday also covered the event here, including a photo of Steven Ferreira '16: http://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/football/l-i-team-to-use-pass-oriented-spread-in-empire-challenge-1.3791035


-The LI Jesters reported that rising senior midfielder Paul Bentz '17(Massapequa, NY / Massapequa HS) has verbally committed to SB: http://www.longislandjesters.com/college-commitments.html

8/13/12

NEWSLETTER 13aug12

-Patrick Stevens of the Washington Post reported that SB Lacrosse has agreed to a home & home series with the University of Maryland starting on 3/12/13: http://www.washingtontimes.com/blog/d1scourse/2011/dec/14/the-future-of-the-maryland-lacrosse-schedule/


-The LI Jesters reported that rising senior midfielder Paul Bentz '17 (Massapequa, NY / Massapequa HS) will attend SB in the fall of 2013: http://www.longislandjesters.com/college-commitments.html


Incoming midfielder Paul Bentz '17 (left) congratulates teammates after a score.


-Lacrosse Magazine reported that Jordan McBride '11 will be playing for Team Canada in the Duel in Denver against Team USA: http://laxmagazine.com/teamusa/men/2011-12/news/081412_grant_merrill_headline_canada_selections_for_duel_in_denver


-YouVisit.com now offers 360° Tours of the SB campus, where you can select a location and take a virtual tour: http://www.youvisit.com/college360.php?pano=411&college=stonybrook&category=&vhost=stonybrook&vhostT=&vhostStyle=


Click on the image above to see virtual tours of various locations on campus.


-Steve Marcus of Newsday officially announced that SB Football will join the CAA for the 2013 season:
http://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/stony-brook-football-program-joins-caa-will-begin-play-in-2013-1.3891626

Tom Yeager, the Commissioner of the CAA, commented on the potential admission of SB in all sports: http://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/caa-commissioner-says-football-replenished-but-more-to-do-1.3890211


According to the CAA, discussions to move all SB sports into the CAA are in progress.

Marcus Henry of Newsday also opined on the move here: http://www.newsday.com/sports/college/on-campus-1.812060/stony-brook-to-the-caa-brilliant-1.3891531