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Last point. I went to the hartford game last week and Connor even though a 1/2 step slow looked GOOD. Like many of you, I do not understand why the knee was left un-wrapped yesterday. It was obvious to all 1500 (disappointing) in attendance and very obvious to umass that Connor could NOT perform . A lot of opinions on whether a 60-70-80% or whatever Connor can help the team or not. But if you ARE going to send him out there (and I am not a coach or medic or trainer), I do not understand why he was sent out yesterday not properly wrapped and prepared. Also, I maybe be wrong; but it looked to me sitting directly behind the UA bench, that Connor took himself out of the game. Whether he did pull himself or it was coach's decision; it breaks the heart. Quality kid. One of the best ever. If healthy he would have certainly broke the all time scoring record.

I think coach makes a very valid point here. Quint K. is constantly knocking the AmEast and saying UA can't get better because they do not get good competition in that league. I think last nights game and {perhaps the umbc loss} helps UA get better. In lacrosse at least, I have always felt the AmEast has been a top half conference. Good coaches historically and currently. Every team in the league has made at least one ncaa appearance (except new lowell who has been to d11 many times) and has had two teams in, multiple times. Maybe the league does not get the best players, but IMHO top to bottom the league is as tough as MOST.

Justin did have 4 assists; most on the team yesterday. He only took 3 shots, but setting people up is really his main job. But I agree with you, good to see Kyle with a spark. Ever since Connor's injury, McClancy has been pretty much shut down. Getting double & triple teamed. Seems to be attracting all those who use to key on Connor.

TD called for a push. early in the fourth I believe; otherwise perfecto.

2018, Do you know the official status of Owen Hill. Lax Power has him committed to UA; but Inside Lacrosse has no listing for him?

At some point, I want to go back and take a look at the AmEast--Espn announcement and blog, if I can find them. I am local and use espn for road games and replays of home games. Other than tonight, espn+ will not really come into play until fall. Something is not kosher about this and most likely there is NOT anything we can do about it. But this summer, I plan on looking into it. Plan on contacting media relations @ UA and someone @ AmEast. Is AmEast and or Great Danes TV dead??? Pretty poor quality before espn got involved, but FREE at least. Anyone with insights into all of this or anyone like to get involved; input appreciated.

Told a MtMary recruit last week he was NOT going anywhere. Looks like a typical $iena high integrity guy?

Thanks everyone. Paid for and printed this am.

Anyone know if we are suppose to go to our account to pay for our tickets or is it automatic. I thought Nate said the money would be automatically drawn form account on file and tickets emailed for printing? I thought this was to happen Sunday after clinching? So far it has not happened. I hate to bug Nate again after having so many issues with the order already. Unless any knows for sure, I will wait a day or so and pay manually if auto pay does not work??

How many years of eligibility?

Any chance he reconsiders based on what he has been seeing? Or is he 100% gone no matter what?

Was in Hartford yesterday. Good game all around. LIKED what they did and how they used Connor. Hartford is not as bad as their record shows. Was senior day and they had a punch honored before the game. I am very surprised they are not in AmEast tournament. They are only two years removed from beating us and winning the AmEast bid and most of those kids were back this year after an injury filled 2017. But I thought UA played very well in all aspects; or maybe Hartford is as bad as their record??????? Speaking of the AmEast; I thought the AmEast had a 5-7 year contract with espn. How could they all of a sudden start charging $4 per month. Is the AmEast network now defunct??? Looked for the "replay" or the highlites on AmEast network --non existent. I guess you can get a 7 day free trial, which I won't do until fall when basketball begins again. I also enjoyed watching woman's volleyball's road games on the network the last couple of years. I will absolutely pay the $4 per month come fall, but still think there is a preach of contract here???????

What "Days of our Life" and " General Hospital" are not on anymore. OMG what am I going to do?

Roger seems to think Brown, very interested in $iena job. I can not possibly believe this to be true???? it would be a lateral move @ best. I do not see any upside for Brown. Am I missing something? Is Roger just throwing out "fake news" as some have suggested? Or does Brown really have an interest?????????

Not working for me. Wont let me choose or buy tickets. Just keeps recycling to "my account" Playing phone tag with Nat.

Talked to Nat last week. He said football and AmEast would be up and running this week. Got an email today. AmEast up but NOT working? Football still not up at all. Called again no answer.

With a healthy Fields, down two is nothing. Came back from worse multiple times with Connor leading the way.

OK. Monday morning QB's or attacks/middies if you prefer; how do we proceed from here?? My first thought is if Connor can play at all, move him OFF the ball. Remember he came here as a scorer first and only became the feed man later. Tehoka is suppose to be an incredible passer--maybe it is time he shows it; or let Davis or Reh run the point if you will. Early in the year, when the D was playing well Perla, Fillipowski, Hill and others seemed to be getting a lot of minutes over some of our "regulars"; maybe it is time to get them back in there again????? OK. Coaches, former players, et All; how do we get back on track????? Even if you have thrown the towel in feel free to reply--what we say here means @#$%^ anyhow.

Story of the game 8-21 face-offs; 5 failed clears; 13 TO's; 40-15 ground balls; Ref's let yale be physical--called holds when slashes should have been called. Perfect storm for an @ss beating. Also, two games + travel in two days added to storm {but remember to win a national championship they will have to win two in two [but without travel between and same for opponent.}} Also, Marr did try to move bingo to midweek, but they would NOT comply. Thank you so very much AmEast for helping a fellow member, who has a shot at a national title!

Disagree. With Fields in the game worth 4-6 points at least; even not @ his best. Maybe a couple fewer TO's an extra clear or two. We are in the ballgame. I hate to say it, but this team lives or dies with Connor.

YES. He took a hard stick to the face. No call. Probably did not cause the knee injury, but if called maybe plays stops --no injury??

Went to pick up dinner last night at a local place. Had my lax hat on. Man waiting wanted to talk lacrosse. Said he was sure UA would win it all. Said he was an alumni who had not followed UA in years; until lacrosse got good (did not ask when that was according to him), now he is so excited about UA again. Went to the bank this AM [had to make a huge withdrawal to pay for an extra seat for tonight---wow $25--just kidding.] Anyhow branch manager said her husband has been begging her to start going to lacrosse but it has always been too cold. Said their children are grown and gone and they are looking for local teams to follow. Sounds like ex-$iena people, but I did not get into that. Anyhow UA seems to be talk of the town. Expect BIG crowd tonight.

It seems (on paper at least) that Brown & Company have responded very positively. Most on this blog seem pretty positive about the "rebuilding response"; some post even quite giddy. I know only time will tell; but for you stat junkies what are the rating sites saying about this recruiting class {or is it too early to look at these sites}??

I agree. Still top 5 I believe. Win out and finish top 3. One bad game has not turned this team in an also ran. Almost two weeks off; get rested and healthy RESET.

Wake up call. Bad offense, Bad defense, Bad goal tending. But most disappointing NO sense of urgency from the get go. Played like they "thought" they could turn it on at any time; only they never did turn it on. Supposedly a good week of practice? I wonder? Team looked tired and slow from the get go. Long BUS ride just too much? I guess/know I was WRONG about the new kids on O; but why the D was bad, I just don't know. Almost two weeks off to RESET.