Re: CABRINI 2024
Posted: Mon Nov 27, 2023 6:47 am
Many a slip between a cup and a lip. But I'm inclined to agree; and to believe the boys in their documented expression of commitment to one another and their last adventure.
Many a slip between a cup and a lip. But I'm inclined to agree; and to believe the boys in their documented expression of commitment to one another and their last adventure.
Looks like 15-0 to me.TronLax1 wrote: ↑Fri Jan 05, 2024 10:10 am Unofficial Cabrini Men's Lacrosse schedule has been posted on Inside Lacrosse's Website. 15 regular season games so far listed.
2/17 vs. Haverford
2/24 @ Lynchburg
2/27 @ Hampden-Sydney
3/8 @ Cortland
3/16 vs. Wooster
3/19 vs. Catholic
3/22 vs. Eastern
3/30 vs. DeSales
4/3 @ Gwynedd-Mercy
4/6 vs. Marymount
4/10 vs. Neumann
4/13 @ Marywood
4/17 vs. Centenary
4/20 @ Immaculata
4/26 vs. Salisbury
You know, if it were my kid, and I'm 8 years away from having one in college, I'd be asking him if he was sure this is what he wanted to do, advise him on the challenges academically/athletically, and then let him make his choice. Could that decision change over the break? Sure. Kids change their mind all the time. No one would hold it against them either. From material published outside the program, and as an alumni with some insight, it seems like they all made their choice and it's to "touch the exit." I'm personally thankful and proud of them. These are life lessons that they will carry with them. I'd imagine the bond created this spring will also amplify their ability to stay present, tackle adversity, and deliver some incredible longterm friendships.laxrules wrote: ↑Fri Jan 05, 2024 2:58 pm Any Junior would probably smart to leave now, going to be tough to transfer 3 years of classes into a new school.
Seniors/5th years should stay!! (Graduate and leave on final tour)
Freshman and Sophomores should stay! (at least they will be able to transfer all those classes into their next school)
HSC maybe but I don't think they'll be underdogs against Eastern. I would replace Eastern with Cortland.Laxattackjack wrote: ↑Sun Jan 14, 2024 2:45 pm I can see them making the tourney based on record and nostalgia
I really only see 4 games they should be underdogs.
Lynchburg
HSC
Eastern
Salisbury
That could have them 13-4 and in the top 20
This is a pretty unique situation. It's not like the program got cut, a la Title IX. Every one of the 27 student-athletes rostered could have bounced. I too anticipate seeing the "how hard would you play today if you couldn't play tomorrow" mindset in it's most visceral form, every game. They didn't have a fire last season. It was very evident. Colf saw the future and man, you didn't even hear him at the games. That trickled down IMO. Addition by subtraction this spring. They are fully committed. Tommy Deluca has an astute mind. We are blessed to have him for this season. He'll likely be out coached in a lot of games, meaning, in game adjustments, substitutions, play calling. Just a product of his experience. But he'll be giving the boys energy, consistently. Something to be said for that. I don't know what the outcomes will be, but the output will be spectacular.ToeDipper78 wrote: ↑Sun Jan 14, 2024 1:56 pm Complete outsider take, but I'd bet this squad rolls a lot of opponents out of sheer leave-it-all-on-the-field approach. They are going to bring a lot of upperclassmen strength, energy and attitude that will be tough to withstand. Expect lots of yelling, flags, and celebrations.
Eastern is up and coming. One of the best attackman in the conference. They gave York and Stevenson two tough games last year.Not Suitable wrote: ↑Mon Jan 15, 2024 8:19 amHSC maybe but I don't think they'll be underdogs against Eastern. I would replace Eastern with Cortland.Laxattackjack wrote: ↑Sun Jan 14, 2024 2:45 pm I can see them making the tourney based on record and nostalgia
I really only see 4 games they should be underdogs.
Lynchburg
HSC
Eastern
Salisbury
That could have them 13-4 and in the top 20
I didn't know McManus was back. Great shooter for the cavs.MVPiccoli wrote: ↑Sun Jan 28, 2024 8:54 am I thought the Inside lacrosse write up was lovely. Kinda shocked they have us in the Top 20 at all. Good omens having them ranked #19 (2019). Loved the call out on Bear Evans. Kid is a walking problem. Their thoughts on the lack of a deeper bench aligned with mine as well. Colf (like everyone esle) would carry 40+, but the back end of any roster is made up of internal contributors.
One of the many ways that I would emulate Berkman, is the way he utilizes internal competition. It's legendary. There is no where to hide on that roster. You're gonna get tested everyday. Not saying Colf didn't find ways to do that for us, but man, you trim 13-17 guys off a roster and now the practice reps get even more intense.
I didn't know McManus was back. Great shooter for the cavs.MVPiccoli wrote: ↑Sun Jan 28, 2024 8:54 am I thought the Inside lacrosse write up was lovely. Kinda shocked they have us in the Top 20 at all. Good omens having them ranked #19 (2019). Loved the call out on Bear Evans. Kid is a walking problem. Their thoughts on the lack of a deeper bench aligned with mine as well. Colf (like everyone esle) would carry 40+, but the back end of any roster is made up of internal contributors.
One of the many ways that I would emulate Berkman, is the way he utilizes internal competition. It's legendary. There is no where to hide on that roster. You're gonna get tested everyday. Not saying Colf didn't find ways to do that for us, but man, you trim 13-17 guys off a roster and now the practice reps get even more intense.
Intriguing components offensively. They will present real problems for every defense (sans Gulls?) on their schedule. I'll wonder how Deluca went about scheme and play installation, and will be curious to see how/if he adjusts it. He has so much to do. Gotta think he's leaning heavily on what Hill built, maybe polling his leaders on stuff they like. Our M.O. of early OOC tests means we won't have to wait long to find out.Not Suitable wrote: ↑Mon Jan 29, 2024 11:39 amI didn't know McManus was back. Great shooter for the cavs.MVPiccoli wrote: ↑Sun Jan 28, 2024 8:54 am I thought the Inside lacrosse write up was lovely. Kinda shocked they have us in the Top 20 at all. Good omens having them ranked #19 (2019). Loved the call out on Bear Evans. Kid is a walking problem. Their thoughts on the lack of a deeper bench aligned with mine as well. Colf (like everyone esle) would carry 40+, but the back end of any roster is made up of internal contributors.
One of the many ways that I would emulate Berkman, is the way he utilizes internal competition. It's legendary. There is no where to hide on that roster. You're gonna get tested everyday. Not saying Colf didn't find ways to do that for us, but man, you trim 13-17 guys off a roster and now the practice reps get even more intense.