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News
Summer is around the corner and LMU's Lacrosse Summer League will be there for your lax needs! The first day is Saturday, June 6th. The following dates indicate league play: June 6, June 14, July 5, July 19, July 26, August 2, August 8, August 16. [League play runs Saturdays, 10am-2pm] |
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LMU Lax Summer League will be played on Hannon Field, across the street from Burns Recreation Center & Gersten Pavilion. Parking is available in Hannon Lot, adjacent to the field. |
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The Lions have concluded their 2008 season with a close loss to #8 UCSB, 12-9. The final record is 9-7, marking an emerging trend of consecutive winning seasons! Thanks to all who supported us and helped make this spring campaign a success! |
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The LMU Lions are riding high today after an impressive victory over the rival Chapman Panthers. This marks the fourth straight victory for the lions, with five out of their last six games won. Despite a disappointing start to the season, LMU is peaking at the right time and looks poised to make run towards the playoffs.
Chapman came out of the gates firing, scoring the first goal and eventually took a 5-1 lead early in the second quarter. The Lions soon came firing back, rattling off three goals to end the half with the momentum on their side. The first half could have easily gotten away from Loyola, but Junior Jaime Caulkins (3g) and Sophomore James Hinkamp (2g) chipped in with key goals to finish up a strong second quarter.
The second half belonged to the Lion’s defense. The ball seemed to be in Chapman’s possession for much of the third and fourth quarters. However, the D responded well and didn’t seem to tire. Junior Jason Hale led the defense by shutting out the WCLL’s leading goal scorer, Marcus Wooden, for the first time all season. Junior Luga Podesta stopped fourteen shots and was able to make great clearing passes all day through the Chapman defense.
Going into the fourth quarter, the game was all knotted up, 7-7. Chapman took the lead with 5 minutes left to go in the game, and attempted to run out the clock after regaining possession during the face-off. After a Chapman turnover, the ball was thrown down the field in the direction of Panther’s goalie Daniel Kirkpatrick. As he bent down for the ball, Sophomore Brian Minkler (2a) crushed Kirkpatrick, picked up the loose ball and made a perfect assist to the streaking Freshman Greg Ewert (1g, 1a) to tie the game 8-8, with about one minute and thirty seconds left in the game. After another Chapman turnover, LMU made it down field giving them enough time to win the game. With thirteen seconds left, Sophomore John Kiper (2g) scored his second game winner in a row off of the assist from Sophomore Matt Stapleton (1a).
With by far their most impressive victory this season, the Lions now prepare for USC at Leavey Field next Sunday. LMU is playing their best ball right now, and seem prepared to finish the regular season strong.
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LMU Completes Norcal trip with 1-1 record. On Friday night under the lights the Lions never got into the swing of things against Cal. They kept the game close until the end, but couldn't put it together, and lost 11-5.
Vowing not to lose both games in the weekend the Lions came out firing on Saturday against Santa Clara. After losing to Santa Clara last year, the Lions weren't going to do it again, and came out winning 10-5. A complete team effort, as everyone got time. Andrew Stack was especially impressive netting 2 key goals.
The Lions travel to San Diego next Saturday to take on San Diego State University. Game time 2 PM |
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UC Davis jumped out to an early lead against the Lions and the Lions couldn't recover from a halftime lead. UC Davis took an 5-0 lead at half, with a few unlucky bounces going against the Lions. They came out in the second half and tried to recover, scoring 4 goals. But the Lions couldn't recover from that halftime lead and ended up losing to UC Davis 7-4. Next weekend the Lions travel to UCSB to take on the 2 time national champions. |
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March 9-15 the Lions take on 3 ranked opponents all at home on Leavey field. They first take on #20 Michigan State on March 9th at 3:30 PM. Later that week #15 Arizona comes to town, meeting on March 11, at 1 PM. The tough week finishes up with #25 Minnesota on March 15, at 3:30 pm. Come watch the Lions try to move up into the rankings all week long. |
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On Feb. 18 you can see the Lions take on UC Davis at home. The Lions were originally sceduled to play Washington, but that game was cancelled. UC Davis is coming to LMU to play the Lions on Leavey field at 3:30 PM. Don't miss out... |
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By Devin Penhall
The Lions fought hard against 24th ranked Arizona State on Saturday, but failed to come away with the victory, losing the contest 11-7. The LMU offense took the momentum early in the first quarter, jumping out to a 3-1 lead. They continuously got shots on goal all game, showing their capability of being a strong offensive team. Freshman Tim Ury (4g) had another outstanding game while Sophomores Brian Minkler (1g, 2a) and Andrew Stack (1g, 1a) and Junior Jaime Caulkins (2a) helped give a constant stability to the attack. Going into the fourth quarter of the game, the Lions were only down 8-7 after numerous lead changes throughout the match.
For LMU, the game was lost in the fourth quarter. Despite Junior Luga Podesta’s 18 saves, the defense couldn’t stop Arizona State’s weapons. The Lions had consistent problems with communication and ground balls on defense, and made a few mistakes towards the end of the game that could not be overcome. Despite the end result, LMU can come away from the contest knowing they can compete with the tough competition of the WCLL. With the young offense coming around and a talented defense filled with leaders, the Lions know they can rebound this weekend against another tough opponent in UCSD.
Scoring:
Ury, Tim: 4G
Caulkins, Jamie: 2A
Minkler, Brian: 1G, 2A
Stack, Andrew: 1G, 1A
Kiper, John: 1G
Ewert, Greg: 1A
Goaltender:
Podesta, Luga:
Saves: 18
G.A.:11
Save %: 0.621
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By Devin Penhall
The LMU Lions snuck past the Pepperdine Waves in the USLIA season opener on Sunday in Malibu. With four lead changes, the game looked to go either way until Freshman Tim Ury (2g, 2a) tied the game with 7:11 left in the fourth. From then on, the Lions never looked back as they finished the game with two more unanswered goals, vaulting them to an 8-6 victory. While the offense struggled to find consistency during parts of the game, they were still able to showcase their young talent and explosiveness during the fourth quarter. Sophomore Brian Minkler (1g, 1a), Junior Jaime Caulkins (1g, 1a), and Sophomore Brandon Sassone (1g, 1a) were all instrumental in the Lion’s victory.
As expected, the LMU defense rose to the occasion by holding Pepperdine to only six goals. Junior goaltender, Luga Podesta, came up big with 17 saves, while the starting defense of Juniors James Kaen, Jason Hale, and Andrew Llama suffocated the Waves’ offense all day long. Also, the Lions didn’t give up one goal on six attempts from Pepperdine’s man-up squad. LMU looks to correct a few problems on offense and continue playing well on defense for this weekend’s game against a tough Arizona State team in Tempe.
Scoring:
Ury, Tim 2G, 2A
Caulkins, Jamie: 1G, 1A
Minkler, Brian: 1G, 1A
Sassone, Brandon: 1G, 1A
Cashen, Bobby: 1G
Ewert, Greg: 1G
Hirigoyen, Justin: 1G
Hinkamp, James: 2A
Goaltender:
Podesta, Luga:
Saves: 17
G.A.:6
Save %: 0.739
For a photo recap of the game please visit http://www.photoreflect.com/scripts/prsm.dll?eventthumbs?event=03RD00JV
Video highlights coming soon... |
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The game this weekend has been changed from Saturday Jan 21 to Sunday Jan 22.
Still at 1pm at Pepperdine University |
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Fall ball is over, but fortunately that means the fun begins. The 2006 season will begin with Pepperdine on January 21 at Pepperdine. The 6 weeks of fall ball went well and the Lions will be sporting a new and improved team this year. |
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The 20th anniversary Alumni Game went off as spectacularly as the last 20 years. The current squad had a tough game but pulled it out over the many alumni who showed up. The game was in good spirits as a BBQ took place afterwards. Thanks to all those who showed up and who continue to make LMU Lacrosse one of the best programs out there. |
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The Beginning of the year meeting for all returing players will be held on Wednesday Night, August 31... in Uhall 1000.
It will start at 7pm.
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The info meeting for the ENTIRE team (both freshmen and returning players will be held on Wed, Sept 7. This will also take place in UHALL 1000 at 7pm.
These meetings are MANDATORY for anyone interested in playing this year. If you have a class conflict you need to email Luga (lmulacrosse3@aol.com) or Coach Ode (codenthal@bosco.org) immediately! |
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This year marks the 20th anniversary of LMU Lacrosse. This years alumni game will be held on Saturday, October 8th, with a parents/alumni dinner on October 7th. The details are still being sorted out, so check back soon for further information, or email one of the following:
Luga Podesta, Team President- lmulacrosse3@aol.com
Chris Odenthal, Head Coach- codenthal@bosco.org
Jon Smersh, Co- Founder- john@smershdesign.com |
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Schedule
Sun, June 19, 2005
Sun, June 26, 2005
Sun, July 3, 2005
Sun, July 10, 2005
Sun, July 17, 2005
Sun, July 24, 2005
Sun, July 31, 2005
Sun, Aug 7, 2005
Sun, Aug 14, 2005
Sun, Aug 21, 2005
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