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I was at yesterdays scrimmage. Score was kept by qtr: UA took a quick 4 nothing lead, after which Colgate took a time out and the qtr ended 5-4 UA up. 3-3, 3-4, 1-3; so Colgate up 12-14 after 4. They played a 5th qtr which UA dominated 6-1. Not that a final score means too much in a scrimmage but I guess, you can say UA lost by two or won by three. Briefly: I thought UA's clear game was very BAD. Not that I could keep stats, but I'd guess in the neighborhood 75%, while Colgate near 100% clear %age. Face-offs: I estimate at 50-50; but if UA maintained possession on a significant # of face-ofs that UA appeared to win, but turned over immediately [never been sure if these are counted as F/O wins or loses]; my estimate might be way off?? Accordingly, ground balls still need A LOT of work. Offensively, UA got a lot of scoring from a number of different players. #24 Jack Pucci had a goal & 4 assists [sat near his parents so pretty sure total is accurate.] #2 Whitcomb (freshman) had at least one goal, maybe two. Hogg & Tucker multiple goals and assists. I did not see Corey Yunker at all, not even sure he suited {injury ??} Camden Hay played only the 4th qtr, but I believe he did score UA's loan 4th qtr goal. Camden seemed tentative and did not appear to defend against Colgate clear attempts a number of times. Not being critical, it may be they are bringing him along slowly. I known in fall ball, his play was limited because of an injury. Speaking of the 4th qtr, if time of possession was a stat in lax, Colgate had the ball maybe 12 out of 15 minutes. This leads me to the defense. I actually was pleasantly surprised. UA did give up 15 goals in 5 qtrs, but I thought the D played very well overall. Overall Colgate (especially in qtrs 3&4) seemed to dominate time of possession. A # of their goals were late in the shot clock. UA's D did result in several Colgate shot clock violations. UA's number 1 goalie did not play at all and the two back-ups made some nice saves. Don't know enough about goal tending techniques etc, but IF both goalies would catch more cleanly and NOT give up as many rebounds and second/third attempts UA's D would certainly be better off. Not being critical, easier said than done I"m sure. BUT where both were very BAD is on clear attempts. I am sure Ramos will be step up here. 5 of Colgate goals were scored by one man [#33.] 33 had 3 wrap around goals, 2 directly after Colgate time outs, meaning they were probably called plays from the bench. One of his goals was off a long pass from face-off circle. Not sure I've ever seen this, the fogo won it clean took maybe a step and fired a ½ field pass to 33 on the doorstep. So all considering, I feel there's hope for the Defense. And still feel the offense, even though Scot worries they don't have a stud, will be amazing. Disagreements, additions, contradictions on this summary and all things lacrosse ALWAYS welcomed

ps. If Albany wants to leave wouldn't it be a good idea to let the people who support the team financially and otherwise KNOW. Perhaps they might lend support to the effort, if they KNEW; and were made aware of the advantages/necessities of such a move. JUST ASKING A QUESTION!!🤫

First of all how can I be wrong? I just asked a question: " but why do you infer UA voted to let brook play???" Secondly, I do not have the "SOURCES" you have; but have never read or heard in any news publication or media outlet of any interest in UA leaving the AmEast. I am in no way doubting your sources, just making a 100% honest claim that I personally {though well read and very interested in all thing UA} have never heard, read or seen any statement or rumor to the effect UA was looking to exit the AmEast. I might be ignorant of the workings and plans of UA and its athletic department; but how is asking a question for clarification "wrong" and making a claim that I am unaware of UA plans "wrong", especially since never has there ever been a single communication by a single official of UA that would indicate UA has/had an interest in changing conferences. Lastly, I repeat, I DO NOT doubt your sources and I do understand why UA might be num on conferences plans etc. But no way am I "wrong" that UA, especially under the current athletic administration does an absolutely horrible job of communication with their fan base and the community in general. IMHO this is no way to build/run a program.

I don't have any inside information; but why do you infer UA voted to let brook play??? AND except for people on this blog, I never read anywhere that UA wants out of the AMEast. In fact IMHO, the University and its athletic department has never shown any inclination to leave the AmEast. Just because people on this blog and they ALL have a right to their opinions and desires, does NOT speak for the University and its plans. On the contrary, it seems more often than not UA Athletics pays little or NO attention to what is posted here.

When I said it was lame, 100% meant as you suggested NEED TO SPEND the extra $ and GO FULL 100 yds. Renting Afrims" not cheap + transportation + availability issues + in a pinch can have real lacrosse games (with minimal attendance) thus minimizing attendance lost revenue from a complete game cancel/reschedule. Otherwise facility NOT lame at all.

maac & lcc claim they are taking the "high road" by letting Monmoth compete for championships. Of course with a ONE MILLION DOLLAR exit fee they can afford to be "magnanimous." Pretty sure the AmEast exit fee is minimal at best, if there is even one at all? [anyone know for sure??]

The latest plans: a new “tent” going up this spring. Room for an “80”yard field. HOW LAME IS THAT?

As good as UA is defensively; they are equally bad or at least inconsistent offensively. We have all witnessed this all year. D will only carry UA so far and I'm afraid there is just not enough their offensively. A first round home game looks possible; but don't see them advancing more than one round if that. Even in a 4-5 or 5-4 match-up, pretty much looking at a toss up. Still agree, UA with Killings is in good hands and the future is bright; but simply must recruit or develop more offense somehow. DUH!😚 Speaking of inconsistency and not to point any blame but: Cerruti 2 pts; Reddish who had made 3 of his last 4, 3 attempts was 0-3 [0-5 overall]; Hutch had been something like 6 for 11 from 3 in the previous 2 games 0-3 [0-5 overall] yesterday. While I love what Champ brings defensively, I yell NO whenever he takes a shoot, even close-in [his shooting %age for the year has to be less than 25% or worse?] Other than Horton, just cannot count on any consistent scoring day in day out.

ps. if you read "the league said" you notice brook crying about the decision, even though they voted for the policy when it was initiated and voted for leaving BU out when it moved to the Patriot . How hypocritical is that?🥲

Home court for AmEast tournament just got easier. Per Inside Lacrosse: The Stony Brook men’s and women’s lacrosse teams will not be eligible for the America East conference championships and automatic qualifier, the league announced Wednesday in the wake of the program’s departure to the CAA. “The America East Conference Board of Presidents has determined that in accordance with longstanding conference legislation, Stony Brook University is ineligible to participate in all America East Championships for the remainder of its tenure as a conference member, effective immediately,” the league said.

2018, THANKS for the information. GLAD you are staying involved!

Any update on Saturday 2/5 scrimmage @ Colgate listed as 4:30. Does Colgate have an indoor practice/game facility?? Weather is NOT encouraging Friday/Saturday. I would consider going to the scrimmage, if I knew it was definitely ON and weather permitting. Could use some information, if anyone knows?

Moral Victory or no such thing? Either way great effort; nothing to hang their heads about. Lost it from 9 minute to 4 minute mark of second ½. Can’t wait to see what UA can do when vt comes here. Just have to keep getting better. Big game Wednesday. Hope NO let down. Umbc on 3 game win streak.

Just imagine how scary this team would be if they continue to play/improve like they are now; AND had Perry too. NOT SURE I buy into addition by subtraction hypotheses?? Perry was a heck of a player and I still think he could/did help this team, when healthy.🤔

First regular season game today Bellamarine--Mercer. Next weekend bunch more. 2/5 a bunch more games; 2/12 almost a full slate; UA not until 2/19.

Yes @ Colgate 2/5. see posts 2022LAX Schedule for more information/questions.

OK LAX fans. Time for some input here. Scrimmage at Colgate Saturday 2/5 @ 4:30. Anyone know if this is open to the public and does Colgate have an indoor facility of some sort (could be still pretty cold/snowy 2/5)?? A couple years back we had a winter scrimmage @ Colgate with them listed as home team but it was played at Afrims for weather reasons?? First media pools have Vermont #17; UA getting top 20 votes. No other AmEast in top 30 say. AmEast coaches pool have vt#1; brook, UA, umbc all separated by a point. Marr in an article in the TU said concerned with the offense {No dominant threat.} He felt the returning in-close D and goal tending was strong. Hate to disagree with coach, but what I saw in the fall, both attack & midfield offense was DEEP and proficient. The in-close and two way middies could not stop a nose bleed?? HOPE I'M WRONG about the D and think Scott just throwing smoke screens about the O? He also said he was very please about face-off progress and that would be a continued emphasis winter practice. Also, curious about brook moving to caa and lax post season ban? That's all I got. Looking for thoughts/opinions/news on all the above and MORE.

I do not think this has been decided yet? I read there is some sort of meeting to determine a ban or not & when it goes into effect. Also, today brook predicted to finish second in lacrosse [no mention of a ban?]?? Anyone know definitely if/when brook will be banned from AmEast post season play??

Hate to be negative, but what the hell was Champion doing running down court & not protecting the ball with 7 seconds left & a 2 point lead. Saw coach console him afterwards, but as a grad student IMHO Champ should know better. Almost cost us the game, but ultimately UMass just a little more ugly. Anyhow, a win is a win is a win😎.

This game is too ugly for free basketball

Maryland, John Hopkins, Ohio State, Penn State all consistent top 20. Georgetown, Villanova both top 15 right now. Just to mention a few. Sorry have to disagree with you about 10 & East. DENVER

For what the state contributed for Levalie stadium, could have built a Joe Bruno stadium in Troy, Albany, Schenectady, Saratoga & Glens Falls; plus a UA tent!

2 ugly teams

You are assuming UA is or will be invited and if they would even accept?? All question marks IMHO. Agree, it may likely make the caa a multi-bid conference in lacrosse. Just pointing out historically they were NOT and still think that expansions does not guarantee anything. As I pointed out in a previous post there are only 8-10 at-large bids in lacrosse, 5 of which are taken by the ACC. Also, even with the expansion the caa would still be no better than 4 or 5 top conference. Your Top 2/3 prediction is ignoring Ivy, Big 10 & Big East. Leaving the Patriot, caa and yes even the AmEast battling for the leftover at-large bids. {ps first media poll has Vermont in top 20 and UA getting votes--caa also has 2 teams in 20+ currently} My other points about the caa gamble is (1) the power 5's are not going to sit back and let mid-majors cobble up at-large bids & (2) other mid-majors are also not going to sit back and LET the caa cobble up NCAA leftover bids {maybe the AmEast is going to sit back and dissolve 🤨, I hope NOT; but there are other mid-major leagues looking to defend their turf. Both at the Power 5 level and mid-major, more changes coming still.

Definitely NOT recommending a split. Just pointing out that brook may not have the "foresight and brains" someone suggested. They definitely have political clout (i.e stadium named after long time L.I. legislator) and have always been funded disproportionately IMHO to UA (see previous parenthesses.)