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Giro named UMBC women's lacrosse assistant coach

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

UMBC women's lacrosse coach Kelly Berger announced that Tony Giro, who spent last season as a volunteer on the Retrievers' staff, has been named assistant coach and defensive coordinator. "I'm excited about having Tony on staff," Berger said. "I feel he has many different contributions to make to this program, and I know he has the drive to make UMBC what it needs to be." Last season, Giro assisted primarily on the defensive end, developing game plans and schemes for practices and games. UMBC's backfield led the America East and ranked 12th in the NCAA in caused turnovers per game (10.9) and second in the conference in scoring defense with a 9.88 goals-against average, nearly a three-goal improvement from 2008. "I'm honored that Kelly has brought me back to be a part of UMBC women's lacrosse," Giro said. "We're looking forward to making this program a point of pride for the university and the community." Giro has also served as the coach for one of the premier club lacrosse programs in the country, Maryland and D.C. 2010 Black, since 2004, leading the squad to four straight Galaxy National Championship games, with titles in each of the past two seasons. Before joining UMBC, Giro was part of the coaching staff that led the Mount Hebron High girls lacrosse team to four consecutive state championships and a No. 1 national ranking from 2003 to 2006.

Bayhawks' Garrity named Defensive Player of the Week

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Washington Bayhawks Goalie Chris Garrity was named MLL Defensive Player of the Week for his performance Saturday night against the Long Island Lizards. Washington relied on Garrity, of Annapolis, to keep its playoff hopes alive. Saving 13 of 20 shots, the veteran goalie held the Lizards to a season-low seven goals. He has played five games this season and has a .533 save percentage. The award marks the third time in Garrity's career that he has earned weekly honors. This is the second consecutive week a Bayhawks player has been recognized. Last week Danny Glading was named Rookie of the Week for his two-goal, three-assist performance against the Chicago Machine.

U.S. women's lacrosse team was green, but it brought home the gold

Thu, 2 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Before the U.S. women's lacrosse team began competition in the Federation of International Lacrosse World Cup, head coach Sue Heether said, her biggest worry was her players' lack of international experience.

South rises for first time in lacrosse classic

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Gilman's Holman helps lead team to initial victory

Gilman's Holman helps lead team to initial victory

South falls in Classic, but Florida girls shine

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400

South falls, but future Florida teammates shine

For most players, Saturday's Under Armour All-America Lacrosse Classic was a chance to test their skills against the nation's top girls seniors. For seven recruits bound for the University of Florida, however, it was a chance to dream.

Team USA holds off Australia, 8-7, to capture World Cup

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400

The United States defeated Australia, 8-7, in the final game of the 2009 Federation of International Lacrosse World Cup in Prague.

Before heading to Florida, six local players team up at 'Classic'

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400

In first season of lacrosse, Gators will rely heavily on six area Under Armour All-Americans

In first season of lacrosse, Gators will rely heavily on six area Under Armour All-Americans

Re: Lax — U.S. dethrones Australia in women's World Cup

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 16:51:42 -0400

'Final reward': Five players from Gilman to enjoy a 'Classic' send-off

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Gilman follows title by dominating South with record 5 players

Gilman, the MIAA A Conference champion, placed a record five players in this year's Under Armour All-America Lacrosse Classic: from left, Greg McBride, Marcus Holman, Jack Doyle, Davey Emala and Harry Prevas. Saturday's boys and girls games at Towson University's Johnny Unitas Stadium will feature the 91 best senior lacrosse players in the country, with 13 states and Washington represented.

U.S. routs England to advance to championship vs. Australia

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400

The United States defeated England, 20-3, in the semifinals of the Federation of International Lacrosse World Cup on Thursday in Prague and will advance to the gold-medal game Saturday at 9 a.m. against defending champion Australia, which won the 2005 event by beating the Americans in the final in Annapolis. Katie Rowan led all scorers Thursday with three goals and five assists. Starting U.S. goalie Devon Wills had three saves in the first half, and Megan Huether (Maryvale Prep) had one in the second half.