St. Catherine University (D3 MN) Adds Women's Lacrosse

ST. PAUL, Minn. – St. Catherine University is proud to announce the addition of flag football and women's lacrosse as the department's new varsity sports, expanding opportunities for student-athletes and continuing the institution's commitment to growth within NCAA Division III athletics.

The new teams mark the Wildcats' first additions to their intercollegiate programs since adding golf in fall 2011. Flag football is slated to begin competition in the spring of 2027, with women's lacrosse set to begin in the spring of 2028. The department will conduct national searches for head coaches who will lead program development, recruiting, and competitive readiness.

"We are thrilled to be adding to our varsity sport offerings," said Eric Stacey, Director of Athletics at St. Catherine University. "Flag football and lacrosse are both fast-growing sports at the youth and high school level, so it is an excellent time for St. Kate's to move in this direction. These additions will bolster the vibrant and positive atmosphere our student-athletes foster throughout the athletic department and across the entire campus." Flag football is one of the fastest-growing women's sports nationwide, while women's lacrosse continues to see strong growth at the collegiate level. The addition of the two programs also supports St. Catherine University's broader enrollment strategy by creating new pathways for prospective student-athletes, expanding recruiting reach, and enhancing campus engagement. Both sports align with the University's mission to develop leaders, foster belonging, and provide transformative student experiences.

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Posted in: Division III,Minnesota

Recapping 2023's Inaugural Year Programs

  

College of Saint Benedict
Division 3 (W)
Minnesota
W – 2023 Record 11-3

University of Bridgeport
Division 2 (M)
Connecticut
M – 2023 Record 1-12

St. Thomas University
NAIA (W)
Florida
W – 2023 Record 4-10

University of Wisconsin - Stout
Division 3 (W)
Wisconsin
W – 2023 Record 0-14

University of Health Sciences & Pharmacy
NAIA (W)
Missouri
W – 2023 Record 0-7

Anderson University
Division 2 (W)
South Carolina
W – 2023 Record 9-8

Clemson University
Division 1 (W)
South Carolina
W – 2023 Record 12-6

Daemen College
Division 2 (W)
New York
W – 2023 Record 7-9

Xavier University
Division 1 (W)
Ohio
W – 2023 Record 4-10

Thomas More University
NAIA (M)
Kentucky
M – 2023 Record 6-10

Malone University
Division 2 (M)
Ohio
M – 2023 Record 7-8

Fairleigh Dickinson University
Division 1 (W)
New Jersey
W – 2023 Record 9-9

Posted in: Connecticut,Division I,Division II,Division III,Florida,Kentucky,Minnesota,Missouri,NAIA,New Jersey,New York,Ohio,South Carolina,Wisconsin

College of Saint Benedict (D3 MN) Adds Women's Lacrosse

ST. JOSEPH, Minn. – As it strives to create more opportunities for women and continue to grow as one of the top departments in the MIAC and within the NCAA, the College of Saint Benedict athletic department is taking another step forward as it announces the addition of varsity lacrosse. Starting in the 2022-23 school year, Saint Benedict will house one of four NCAA Division III varsity lacrosse programs in Minnesota. The addition of lacrosse brings the department up to 12 varsity sport programs. 

"Our goal at the College of Saint Benedict is to provide the premier Division III student-athlete experience for women in the country," Saint Benedict transitional president Laurie Hamen said. "Lacrosse is an exciting addition, especially at a time of growth in the sport in the Midwest."

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Posted in: Division III,Minnesota

Monday Lax Links

-College Lacrosse Leveled the Field

-Is it Time to Change NCAA Tournament Selection Criteria?

-The History of Head Gear in Girls Lacrosse

-Utah Climbs the Mountain in their First Season

-LIU Chooses the Shark as it's New Mascot

-GLVC Adds Lander (SC) As Member

-Minnesota, the Sleeping Giant

-Napa Valley Adds Boys and Girls Lacrosse

-Lacrosse Growing in Thorold, ON

-PITT Set to Join W. Lacrosse Ranks

-Lacrosse Team Tries to Increase Growth in South Dakota

-Lacrosse Gaining Traction in Western Kentucky

-Growing Lacrosse in Qunicy, MA

-Harlem Team Changing the Face of Lacrosse

-Chris Hogan Buys 100 Tickets to Final Four for Penn State Students

-Lacrosse Growing in Owensboro, KY

Posted in: Box Lacrosse,California,Canada,Conferences,Division I,Division II,Equipment,Kentucky,Massachusetts,Minnesota,MLL,NCAA,New York,Parity,Pennsylvania,Professional,South Dakota,Urban Growth,Utah,Youth

Sunday Lax Links

-Moorehead (MN) To Add High School Lacrosse

-Syracuse Lacrosse Travels to Montana to Grow the Game

-FIL Hosts Development Clinic in Haiti

-MAAC Adds St. Bonaventure as Affiliate Member

-Discussing the Impact of Utah Sponsoring High School Lacrosse

-Florida Lacrosse Event Grows Thanks to the MLL's Launch

-Lacrosse Growing in the Tri-City Area (NJ)

-How to Grow your Sport from US Lacrosse's Perspective

-US Lacrosse Celebrates People of Color

-Would Alabama Add Varsity Lacrosse

-How the Lacrosse Network Has Become a Go To Source for Content

-Oxford, AL Native Helps Grow the Game

-Why The Canucks are Buying an NLL Team

Posted in: Alabama,Business,Canada,Conferences,Diversity,Division I,FIL,Florida,Haiti,High School,Media,Minnesota,MLL,New Jersey,New York,US Lacrosse,Utah,Youth

Monday Lax Links

-Team Alberta U19 Helping Grow the Sport

-Lacrosse Growing in Popularity in Minnesota Schools

-Lacrosse's Rise in Northern Michigan

-Family Looks to Grow Lacrosse in South Jersey

-Anchorage Hockey Players Taking up Lacrosse

-Lacrosse Taking Root in Virginia School

-Building Community Through Lacrosse

-Presidents Athletic Conference to Sponsor Lacrosse (D2)

-What We Can Expect From D1's Newest Programs

-End of Brother Rice's Streak Is About the Growth of Lacrosse

-Addition of Lacrosse in PA Community Could Mean Tax Hike

-Lacrosse No Longer Southeast PAs Domain

-Lacrosse Exploding in Treasure Valley ID

-The Right Way to Grow the Game

-Documentary on Utah's Transition to D1

-Lacrosse Continues to Grow in Evansville

Posted in: Alaska,Canada,Conferences,Division I,Division II,High School,Indiana,Michigan,Minnesota,New Jersey,New York,North Carolina,Pennsylvania,Taxes,Utah,Virginia,Youth

Sunday Lax Links

-Oakwood High School (Ohio) To Add Lacrosse

-Minnesota School District to Add Lacrosse

-Lacrosse Growth in Wallingford, CT

-Lacrosse Grows in Guam

-Customer Engagement Helps Pro Lacrosse Grow

-MLL Files Trademark for Dallas Rattlers

-Club High School Lacrosse Faces Obstacles in Wisconsin

-US Lacrosse Growing Box Lacrosse

Posted in: Box Lacrosse,Connecticut,Guam,High School,Industry,Minnesota,MLL,Ohio,Professional,Wisconsin

Monday Lax Links

-Minnesota Club Team Wants D1 Status

-More Lacrosse Coming to Northern Colorado

-Lacrosse's Olympic Chances

-New Women's League, WPLL, Holds Exhibition Game

-Florida High School Adds Lacrosse

-NLL Looks to New York

-Nebraska Club Team Aims to Grow the Game

Posted in: College,Colorado,Florida,High School,MCLA,Minnesota,Nebraska,New York,NLL,Olympics,Professional,WPLL

Ashland University (D2 OH) Adds Women's Lacrosse

Ashland University officials announced on Monday (Sept. 11) that its athletic department will add women's lacrosse and men's tennis as varsity intercollegiate sports, beginning with the 2018-19 school year.

"We have been evaluating the addition of these two sports for the past couple of years as part of our strategic plan to increase enrollment and continue to expand the geographic diversity of our student population," said Dr. Carlos Campo, President of Ashland University. "Ashland remains committed to maintaining a strong program of intercollegiate athletics marked by excellence and spiritual values."

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-Is Box Lacrosse More Poised to Grow Than Field?

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-Minnesota School District Looks to Add Lacrosse

-Why is there no Lacrosse in Hampton Roads, VA?

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-US Lacrosse Offers Benefits Beyond Insurance & Magazine

-NY Community to Host Inaugural Lacrosse Festival

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Recapping 2017's Inaugural Year Programs

Northland College
Division III (M/W)
Wisconsin
M - 2017 Record: 6-9 
W - 2017 Record: 0-13 

Marian University
NAIA (W)
Indiana
W - 2017 Record: 6-8


Cleveland State University
Division 1 (M)
Ohio
M - 2017 Record: 5-9 


Concordia University
Division 2 (W)
Minnesota 
W - 2017 Record: 8-8

North Central College
Division 3 (M)
Illinois
M - 2017 Record: 10-4 


Monmouth College
Division 2 (M/W)
Illinois
M - 2017 Record: 3-11 
W - 2017 Record: 1-14

Maryville University
Division 2 (M)
Missouri
M - 2017 Record: 0-14 


Lyndon State College
Division 3 (W)
Vermont
W - 2017 Record: 2-9

Newbury College
Division 3 (W)
Massachusetts
W - 2017 Record: 0-13

Heidelberg University
Division 3 (M/W)
Ohio
M - 2017 Record: 3-13 
W - 2017 Record: 0-12

North Central University
Division 3 (M)
Minnesota
M - 2017 Record: 0-10 


Madonna University
NAIA (M/W)
Michigan
M - 2017 Record: 1-11
W - 2017 Record: 0-16

University of Northwestern
Division 3 (M)
Minnesota
M - 2017 Record: 5-7 


University of Colorado Colorado Springs
Division 2 (W)
Colorado
W - 2017 Record: 4-10

Butler University
Division 1 (W)
Indiana
W - 2017 Record: 1-16

Concordia University Ann Arbor
NAIA (M/W)
Michigan
M - 2017 Record: 2-7 
W - 2017 Record: 3-12

St. Joseph's College
Division 3 (M)
New York
M - 2017 Record: 7-6


Ohio Valley University
Division 2 (W)
West Virginia
W - 2017 Record: 0-3

Chowan University
Division 2 (M)
North Carolina
M - 2017 Record: 1-12

Union College
NAIA (M/W)
Kentucky
Postponed until 2018

Barton College
Division 2 (W)
North Carolina
W - 2017 Record: 1-11

Keiser University
NAIA (M/W)
Florida
M - 2017 Record: 9-2 
W - 2017 Record: 1-12

Westminster College
Division 3 (M/W)
Missouri
M - 2017 Record: 9-7 
W - 2017 Record: 7-6

NYIT
Division 2 (W)
New York
W - 2017 Record: 15-4

DeSales University
Division 3 (W)
Pennsylvania
W - 2017 Record: 5-12

Posted in: Colorado,Florida,Illinois,Indiana,Kentucky,Massachusetts,Michigan,Minnesota,Missouri,New Jersey,New York,North Carolina,Ohio,Pennsylvania,Vermont,West Virginia,Wisconsin

University at Plattsburgh (NY D3) Adds Women's Lacrosse

PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. – The Plattsburgh State Department of Intercollegiate Athletics has announced the addition of women's lacrosse as its 18th varsity sport on Tuesday afternoon. The Cardinals will begin NCAA Division III competition in 2018-19 and will compete in the State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC). Plattsburgh State's addition of women's lacrosse means that all 10 SUNYAC schools will now sponsor the sport.

The rest of the SUNYAC includes The College at Brockport, Buffalo State, SUNY Cortland, Fredonia, SUNY Geneseo, SUNY New Paltz, SUNY Oneonta, Oswego State and SUNY Potsdam.

"I am beyond thrilled to make this announcement today," said Plattsburgh State director of athletics Mike Howard. "The addition of women´s lacrosse has been a point of discussion for many years here at Plattsburgh and was certainly high on my list of priorities when I accepted this position as the director of athletics in June. This program complements all of our existing programs extremely well and positions us well as we look to expand our recruiting footprint throughout the entire Northeast. The sport of lacrosse is quickly becoming one of the fastest-growing sports on the high school level, and I am hopeful that this program, similar to all of our other Cardinal teams, will play a key leadership role in the continued growth of the game at the youth and high school level in our region. It also provides a tremendous opportunity for young women who are looking seriously at SUNY Plattsburgh and are passionate about continuing to play the sport they love. It's a win-win situation for all of us."

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-Will the University of Minnesota Add Women's Lacrosse

-Ohio State Participates in Grow the Game Initiative 

-Lacrosse Continues to Boom in Gulf Breeze, FL

Posted in: Colorado,Division I,Division III,Florida,High School,Minnesota,NCAA,New York,North Carolina,Ohio,Oklahoma,Postseason,Youth

Illinois Tech (D3) Adds Men's Lacrosse

CHICAGO, Ill. – Illinois Tech Athletics is excited to announce the addition of a new varsity athletic program. Men’s lacrosse will join the Scarlet Hawk athletic lineup beginning in the 2018-19 school year.

 "Men's lacrosse will be a great addition to our athletic department profile at Illinois Tech,” said Joe Hakes, Director of Athletics. “The combination of a world class STEM school and a growing, exiting sport will be a draw for the student-athlete who is looking for the best of both worlds.” Illinois Tech expects to hire a Head Coach for the new program prior to the start of the 2017-18 school year.

The Scarlet Hawks will join a large group of NCAA Division III institution with men’s lacrosse sponsorships. As of this spring, 237 men’s lacrosse programs competed at the Division III level. “Our Stuart Field facility is a great place to play, and we look for the men's lacrosse program to grow quickly in both size and talent,” Hakes said. “We are beginning a national search to identify the right person to start this program and to recruit top quality students and top quality athletes into it."

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-Buffalo Cuts Sports

-Could Pittsburgh Add Lacrosse

-Women's Lacrosse 90 Second Shot Clock For Better or Worse?

-Nova Scotian Gives Back to Game

-Patriots Chris Hogan Grows the Game

-Lacrosse Growing in Popularity in Richmond, VA

-Black Wolves O'Brien Grows the Game

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William Peace Univeristy (D3 NC) Adds Lacrosse

RALEIGH, NC – William Peace University is proud to announce the addition of Men's and Women's Lacrosse to its athletics roster. With the additions, WPU becomes the only higher education institution in the Raleigh area to offer NCAA men's lacrosse. The University will immediately conduct a national search for a head coach and staff, explore development strategies, and begin recruiting student-athletes for competition with an anticipated start date of spring 2018.

"We are thrilled to be adding the exciting and growing sport of lacrosse to Pacer Athletics," said Brian C. Ralph, Ph.D., President of William Peace University. "Our student-athletes are difference makers in competition, in the classroom and in the community. I am confident our new lacrosse teams will be substantive contributors to campus life and our academic programs. We all look forward to welcoming these new Pacers and cheering them on."

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-NLL Determined to Expand Digital Footprint

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-Growing Lacrosse in Malaysia

Posted in: California,China,Division III,FIL,Georgia,International,Malaysia,Media,Minnesota,MLL,NLL,North Carolina,Olympics,Professional,Urban Growth,US Lacrosse

Mars Hill University (D2 NC) Adds Women's Lacrosse

MARS HILL, N.C. – Athletic Director David Riggins and the Mars Hill University Athletics Department announce the addition of women's lacrosse for the 2017-18 season. Also announced is inaugural head coach, Kristina Llanes. Llanes will spend the 2016-17 season on the recruiting trail before placing MHU's first women's lacrosse team on the field in the spring of 2018.

Riggins stated, "Mars Hill University welcomes Coach Llanes to the Lion Athletic Family. We are so fortunate to land a head coach with such extensive head coaching experience. The fact that she has experience in developing a first year collegiate program is value added."

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Wednesday Lax Links

-Colby Sawyer and Regis Join the GNAC

-Digging Deep for Diversity

-UWLX Runs Equipment Clinic

-PITT Plans Indoor Lacrosse Facility...but No D1 Plans

-Facility Keeps Bowling Green Lacrosse Alive

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Recapping 2016's Inaugural Year Programs

Virginia Commonwealth University 
Division 1 (W)
Virginia
W - 2016 Record: 3-14

Felician College
Division 2 (W)
New Jersey
W - 2016 Record: 0-11

Montreat College
NAIA (W)
North Carolina
W - 2016 Record: 1-15

Ohio Northern University
Division 3 (M/W)
Ohio
M - 2016 Record: 8-7 
W - 2016 Record: 7-9

University of the Cumberlands
NAIA (M/W)
Kentucky
M - 2016 Record: 7-5 
W - 2016 Record: 4-8

UMass Lowell
Division 1 (W)
Massachusetts
W - 2016 Record: 1-16

Central Michigan University
Division 1 (W)
Michigan
W - 2016 Record: 6-10

Radford University 
Division 1 (W)
Virginia
W - 2016 Record: 1-14

U.S. Military Academy at West Point
Division 1 (W)
New York
W - 2016 Record: 5-12

University of Northwestern
Division 2 (W)
Minnesota
W - 2016 Record: 2-13

Purchase College
Division 3 (M)
New York
M - 2016 Record: 0-4 

University of Saint Mary 
NAIA (M/W)
Kansas
M - 2016 Record: 6-9 
W - 2016 Record: 2-10

Moravian College
Division 3 (M/W)
Pennsylvania
M - 2016 Record: 10-6 
W - 2016 Record: 6-10

Clarke University
NAIA (M/W)
Iowa
M - 2016 Record: 1-10 
W - 2016 Record: 4-3

University of Indianapolis
Division 2 (M/W)
Indiana
M - 2016 Record: 8-6 
W - 2016 Record: 6-12

Wilkes University 
Division 3 (M)
Pennsylvania
M - 2016 Record: 0-15 

Alabama Huntsville 
Division 2 (M/W)
Alabama
M - 2016 Record: 3-9 
W - 2016 Record: 14-4

Ottawa University
NAIA (M/W)
Kansas
M - 2016 Record: 9-5 
W - 2016 Record: 6-4

Northern Michigan University
Division 2 (W)
Michigan
W - 2016 Record: 6-2

Georgian Court University 
Division 2 (M)
hunt New Jersey
M - 2016 Record: 2-13 

Benedictine College
NAIA (M/W)
Kansas
M - 2016 Record: 5-8 
W - 2016 Record: 7-5

Davis & Elkins College 
Division 2 (M/W)
West Virginia
M - 2016 Record: 0-9 
W - 2016 Record: 1-10

Concordia University Chicago
Division 3 (M/W)
Illinois
M - 2016 Record: 1-13 
W - 2016 Record: 0-17

Westminster College
Division 3 (M)
Pennsylvania
M - 2016 Record: 2-7 

University of Montevallo
Division 2 (W)
Alabama
W - 2016 Record: 6-12

Hamline University
Division 3 (W)
Minnesota
W - 2016 Record: 10-6

Frederick Community College
NJCAA (M/W)
Maryland
M - 2016 Record: 4-6 
W - 2016 Record: 4-13

St. Thomas Aquinas College 
Division 2 (M)
New York
M - 2016 Record: 0-12 

Hampton University
Division 1 (M)
Virginia
M - 2016 Record: 0-5 

Westminster College
Division 2 (M/W)
Utah
M - 2016 Record: 13-3 
W - 2016 Record: 2-9

Laurel University
NCCAA
North Carolina
Did Not Add Sport

University of Dayton 
Division 1 (W)
Ohio
Did Not Add Sport

La Roche College 

Division 3 (W)
Pennsylvania
Did Not Add Sport

Marian University
NAIA (W)
Indiana
Delayed One Year

Northland College
Division 3 (M/W)
Wisconsin
Delayed One Year

Posted in: Alabama,Illinois,Indiana,Iowa,Kansas,Kentucky,Maryland,Massachusetts,Michigan,Minnesota,New Jersey,New York,North Carolina,Ohio,Pennsylvania,Utah,Virginia,West Virginia,Wisconsin

Saturday Lax Links

-Final Four TV Ratings Increase

-Final Four Attendance Increase

-Dowling College (DII NY) To Close Doors, Shut Down Athletics

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Monday Lax Links

-Lacrosse Continues to Explode Across US

-Is this the Future of Lacrosse?

-Lacrosse Growing as High School Club Sport in Indiana

-Girls Lacrosse Growing at Scranton Prep

-Growth of Girls Lacrosse in Minnesota

-UNC and the Growth of Women's Lacrosse

-Why Lacrosse is Booming in British Universities 

-Television Exposure Helps Penn State Lacrosse Grow

-Edmonton Still Feeling Lacrosse Boost From Departed NLL Team

-Grad Helps Set Foundation for Pittsburgh Area High School Team

-Trump Talks Jim Brown and Lacrosse

-Officials Shortage Challenges Oregon Lacrosse

-Prep Lacrosse Begins First Season in Duluth, MN

-Lacrosse Growth Provides Ohio HS Students with More Opportunities 

Posted in: Canada,College,Diversity,Division I,England,High School,Indiana,Massachusetts,Minnesota,New York,NLL,North Carolina,Officiating,Ohio,Oregon,Pennsylvania,Politics,Professional,TV Coverage,Urban Growth

Kent State (D1 OH) Adds Women's Lacrosse

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics has unveiled its strategic vision, a comprehensive plan that maps out a course for the growing department over the next four years. The plan contains the department's mission, core values and strategic initiatives, including a wide scope of topics ranging from facilities, student-athlete well-being and competitive expectations.

"This plan will lay the foundation for us to make decisions that will enhance our winning and our academic success for many years to come," Director of Athletics Joel Nielsen said.

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Juniata College (DIII PA) Adds Women's Lacrosse

HUNTINGDON, Pa. - Juniata College has elected to add three new varsity sports to its formidable lineup of athletic programs beginning with the fall 2017 season. The college will be adding men’s and women’s golf, plus women’s lacrosse, giving Juniata 22 varsity intercollegiate sports.

“Lacrosse is the fastest growing sport in the nation for high schools and colleges and many women are seeking opportunities to extend their careers as athletes while receiving a high quality education,” said athletic director and head coach for men’s basketball Greg Curley. “Adding these sports also will allow us to extend our athletic recruiting beyond our traditional reach into states such as Maryland, New York, Virginia and New Jersey. The demographic profile of athletes playing lacrosse and golf fits our academic profile to a T.”

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