Last Updated: November 25, 2009

 ARCHIVED NEWS (2008)

Find all of our past 'News' postings here.

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     This archives page has been created to save space on our home page.  Archiving of posted news will be based on how much news is posted over a given amount of time.  Most likely, posting will be archived on a weekly or bi-weekly basis.

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Lax Clubs and Camps Added (posted September 25, 2008)

Menu buttons for lacrosse clubs and camps are now active.  Clubs in the New Jersey and Southeastern Pennsylvania area are listed in the Club Teams page.  The most popular lacrosse camps can be found in the Lax Camps page.  Also included are some links for some personal instruction, mostly by local professionals.  Check them out today.

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2008/2009 Schedule (posted September 10, 2008)

The Varsity and JV schedules have been tweaked and updated on the highschoolsports.net web site.  The games against Haddonfield have been adjusted to afternoon, instead of morning games. 

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2008/2009 Schedule (posted July 15, 2008)

The schedule for the 2008/2009 season has been posted on the highschoolsports.net web site.  The season starts on April 1st, 2009, with the Home Opener against Eastern High School.  Currently, there are 15 Varsity games and 14 JV games posted with home-&-homes against Paul VI, Camden Catholic, Holy Cross, West Deptford, and Haddonfield.  

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Face-Off Classic & Day of Rivals (posted July 15, 2008)

The NCAA just announced the lineup for the Konica-Minolta Face-Off Classic for 2009.  It will be February 28th, 2009 at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, MD.  In addition to the Princeton vs. Johns Hopkins match-up, Duke will play Maryland in a battle of powers.

A new double-header was added next year called the "Day of Rivals".  Again, it will be held at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore.  The games will be played on April 11th, 2009.  Attendees will be able to see the 104th meeting between Johns Hopkins and Maryland.  Although only the 87th meeting, the Army-Navy game is traditionally a battle of pride for each institution.

Read the Press Release

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Season Award Winners (posted May 30, 2008)

The end of year team party was very successful and the team award winners were announced.  The players voted on the Most Valuable Player and Most Improved awards.  The coaches selected the winners for the Coaches and Sportsmanship awards.

Most Valuable Player Award - The player, selected by his peers, who inspired his teammates as a result of his play and whose contributions to the team were more valuable than any other player.

Most Improved Award - The player, selected by his peers, whose play improved throughout the course of the year.

Coaches Award - The player, selected by the coaches, whose unselfishness put the team goals and needs above any individual ones. 

Sportsmanship Award - The player, selected by the coaches, who 'Honors the Game' of lacrosse and best represents the schools values of self-discipline, integrity, cooperation, and responsibility, both on and off the field. 

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End of Year Party (posted May 28, 2008)

The team is having its End of Year Team Party on Wednesday, May 28th.  It will be held in the Dining Hall from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM.  MVP and Most Improved awards are planned, as well as some good food for everyone.

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Season Finale Editorial (posted May 21, 2008)

Play in a drenching downpour, on a half grass-half dirt field, and it all led to a fun and spirited game against Camden Catholic.  Although the boys dropped a 4-2 decision, most of them had a lot of fun.  One player, who was pushed out of bounds sliding into 4" of mud, commented that "it was like sliding on a Slip N' Slide".

Congratulations go out to the boys for battling until the end.  There were many of lopsided games where they could have packed it in, not only for that game, but for the entire year.  But they didn't.  The team finished with a 1-9 record, but were a much better team by the end of the year.  They closed the gap on a couple of teams that they played twice.  In two losses to Seneca, the goal differential was reduced from 14 to 6.  The Camden Catholic goal differential went from 3 to 2, as the Irish were held to 4 goals in each contest.  

Coach Carlin, and Assistant Coaches Cormier, Gianfortune, and Larkin deserve a lot of credit for not giving up on the team either.  They realized what they were working with from the start with a first year program.  Early on, the focus was on the basics of passing, catching, and scooping ground balls.  The rotating offense and defensive slides followed, and finally set plays.  Building a program for the long run takes time.  The parents thank each of them for their dedication and perseverance in molding our boys into better lacrosse players and more importantly better individuals.

As for the Seniors, good luck upon your graduation.  Hopefully, the one year of lacrosse you experienced is enough to make you a fan of the game.  Many colleges and universities have lacrosse programs, and the highly competitive programs may also have club teams.  Regardless of your skill level, there are always 'lax' games out there waiting for you to play.    

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Stats Added (posted May 19, 2008)

Varsity and JV Team and Individual statistics have been added to the web site.

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NCAA Tournament (posted May 19, 2008)

If its Memorial Day Weekend, then it must be NCAA Lacrosse Tournament time.  The Division I semifinals (Virginia vs. Syracuse @ noon, & Duke vs. Johns Hopkins @ 2 PM) are Saturday, May 24th on ESPN2.  The Division III finals (Salisbury vs. Cortland @ 1:30 PM) and Division II (LeMoyne vs. NYIT @ 4:30 PM) are Sunday, May 25th, on CSTV (CBSSTV).  Division I finals are Monday, May 26th @ 1 PM, on ESPN2.

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Web Site Additions (posted May 13, 2008)

The web site will look a little different, as a 'Team' menu button was added.  The 'Coaches' menu button is now a pop-out selection under the 'Team' button.  'Varsity and JV Statistic' menu selections will also be found here.  These statistics will include those for the team and for individuals.  Statistics will be added by weeks end.

Another addition to the site can be found by clicking on the 'Rules' menu button.  A 'Beginner's Guide to Lacrosse' is available.  It is late in coming, but the guide does contain a lot of information.  It covers positions, equipment, rules, fouls, terms, and other information that novices will find useful. 

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Practice & Game Schedule Update (posted May, 13, 2008)

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State Power Ratings (posted May 12, 2008)

You always hear about the Top 10 teams, but not always about the rest.  Bishop Eustace Boy's Lacrosse moved up one spot in the State Power Ratings, from 143rd to 142nd, out of 155 schools.  It is not much to brag about, but there are 13 teams behind us.  To see the ratings, click on this link.  The BE Girl's Lacrosse team is 53rd out of 172 schools.

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End-of-Year Party (posted May 12, 2008)

Keep your calendars open on Wednesday, May 28th from 7:00-9:00 PM.  There will be an End-of Year Party for the team in the BE Dining Hall.

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Schedule Update (posted May 5, 2008)

The tentatively scheduled game against St. Joe Hammonton, on Saturday, May 10th, is now official (as it appears on the 'official' school schedule).  It looks as though only a Varsity game is scheduled, and not a JV game.

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NCAA Tournaments (posted May 5, 2008)

The NCAA has posted its 2008 tournament schedules for Division I, II, and III.  Click on the 'College' menu button to see the conference winners for each division.  Also located on this page are links to the divisional tournament brackets.

Interested in seeing a tournament game?  Division III teams play home games for the first four rounds.  Locally, Cabrini (16-2) plays Haverford (11-4) on Saturday, May 10th @ 1:00 PM in Radnor, PA.. 

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FIRST WIN (posted May 2, 2008)

Congratulations goes out to the boys and Coach Carlin for winning their first game.  The first win in boy's lacrosse history came against Lower Cape May by the score of 6-4.  Patrick Carlin (3 goals), Andrew Ardire (2 goals), and Joel McGowan accounted for the scoring, and Frank Brennan shut the door making 14 saves.  

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Schedule Update (posted April 29, 2008)

Keep Saturday, May 10th open, as there is tentatively a game scheduled against St Joseph's Hammonton at 10:00 AM.

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No Practice on Monday, 4/28 or Friday, 5/2 (posted April 28, 2008)

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Games on Fri (4/25) & Sat. (4/26) (posted April 24, 2008)

Some team functions are scheduled after the Camden Catholic and Cherry Hill East games this weekend.

Camden Catholic Post-Game Pizza Party - After the game, the boys will return to the BE Dining Hall for a Pizza Party.  [Note: Funds were provided by the parents.  Each family is requested to donate $20 for post-game snacks & drinks.  Monies can be given to Mrs. Ardire.]

Cherry Hill East Post-Game Tailgate BBQ - After the game, at the Cropwell Field, the Dale family will be holding a Tailgate Barbeque.  The Dales will provide the grill, hamburgers, rolls, condiments, table, & paper products.  Player families are responsible for other Tailgate items.  Recommendations are as follows:

Freshmen - Drinks &/ Desserts (If you provide a drink that needs a cup, then please bring cups.)

Sophomores, Juniors, & Seniors - Snacks &/ Side Dish.

[We need to leave the park the same as we find it and clean up after ourselves when we are done.]

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Schedule Update (posted April 24, 2008)

An additional game was added to the schedule on Thursday, May 1st.  We will play Lower Cape May at their facility at 4:00 PM.  [Note:  Directions were added on the Directions web page.]

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Spring Sports Communion Mass (posted April 3 2008)

The Spring Sports Communion Mass will be held this Sunday, April 9th at 9:00 AM.  All players are expected to attend and parents are also welcomed. 

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Schedule Updates (posted March 24, 2008)

Practice is scheduled for Monday, March 24th at 5:00 PM.

Wednesdays' scrimmage at Cherry Hill East starts at 10:00 AM.  The bus leaves from the school at 8:30 AM.

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New Sections Added (posted March 11, 2008)

As part of the continuous improvement of the web site, new sections are being added.  Specifically in the 'Skills' area.  The majority of the players, and their parents, have been exposed to lacrosse for less than two years.  By expanding the 'Skills' area, everyone will get a better 'feel' for the game.

Additional pages have been added for Individual Skills, Team Skills, Positional Skills, Game Strategies, and Physical Preparation.  The Individual Skills page has some videos that show everyone how to execute basic skills.  The other four pages are in their infancy and will be populated over time.  Keep checking back, as the site is labeled with a 'Last Updated' Date.

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Parent's Meeting (posted March 4, 2008)

The coaching staff will be holding a 'Meet & Greet' at the  Dining Hall on Wednesday, March 5th from 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM.  All parents are requested to attend and the players attendance is optional.  It will give you a chance to meet the coaches, find out their policies and philosophies, and ask them questions.

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Lacrosse Meeting - Parents (posted February 19, 2008)

Coach Carlin will meet with the parents on March 7th, the day of the first evaluations

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Practice Schedule (posted February 19, 2008)

Practices during the season will be held Monday through Friday from 5:00 - 7:00 PM.  Saturday practices will be held as necessary.  Regular practices will begin on Monday, March 10th.

Spring Break Schedule:

Good Friday, 3/21 - No Practice

Saturday, 3/22      - Practice

Easter Sunday      - No Practice

Easter Monday      - No Practice

[Note:  Players must participate in six practices before before the NJSIAA will allow you to play.]

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Spring Sports Communion Mass (posted February 19, 2008)

The Spring Sports Communion Mass will be held on Sunday, March 9th at 9:00 AM.  All players are expected to attend and parents are also welcomed. 

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Cost (posted February 19, 2008)

The first season will be 'self-funded'.  The cost is $350/player, which covers school equipment (cages, balls, etc.), team attire (uniform, reversible pinney), insurance, bus fees, administrative costs, etc.  Players get to keep their uniform jersey and shorts).

Optional practice and related items (shorts, t-shirts, jackets, etc.) will be available through the school store.

Paperwork (posted February 19, 2008)

The following list of paperwork is due by Friday, February 29th.

• Permission Form (click this link).

• Valid Physical cleared with the school nurse.

• Preferred Uniform Size and Number (may be required sooner).

• Order Form for Optional Lacrosse gear 

Summary Schedule (posted February 19, 2008)

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Evaluations (posted February 19, 2008)

Six hours of evaluations are planned.  As part of the requirements, each player will be expected to meet at least two physical requirements:  complete a timed mile in 6:45 and a timed 300 yard shuttle run (benchmark time tbd).

The dates for evaluations are as follows:

• Fri., 3/7 - 5:00 - 7:00 PM

• Sat., 3/8 - 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

• Sun., 3/9 - 3:00 - 5:00 PM

College Links (posted August 2, 2007)

     The college links now go directly to the specific schools lacrosse web page.  Also updated is the 'state' column where the school is located.  As you will see, there are plenty of opportunities to play lacrosse after high school.  Its never to early to check out colleges and plan your future.

Spring Sports Start

March 5, 2009

1st Game - 4/1/2010

@ Eastern

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