It’s undisputed that Trevor Baptiste is the best faceoff guy in the country, arguably in the history of the sport of lacrosse. Even his opponents will attest to his uncharted domination. He has redefined the role of a faceoff specialist. Continue reading Building the Beast: Revelations from Trevor Baptiste’s understudies
Captains are selected based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to; experience, commitment, consideration and character. A captain isn’t necessarily the most talented or highest producer among the team, but rather, is a player who embodies the core values of the program and leads by example. For the University of Denver Pioneers, the 2018 captains are; second-year leader Trevor Baptiste, accompanied by classmates Connor Donahue and Sean Mayle. Continue reading Senior season cut short, Sean Mayle’s leadership prevails from the sideline
Three steps. The University of Denver Pioneers follows a strategy of attempting to complete three separate postseason accomplishments which incrementally gain more importance and unite towards the ultimate prize, the national championship. Continue reading First of three pillars completed – senior class exits conference season undefeated
For a program as meticulous and comprehensive as the [4/4] University of Denver Pioneers, the seniors are the glue of maintaining tradition, order, and critical experience to propel the team towards success. Continue reading Class of 2018 poised to lead Denver back to Championship Weekend
Perhaps the most pressing question entering the 2018 campaign for the University of Denver Pioneers was who would take over the position vacated by the accomplished and standout attackman, Connor Cannizzaro? Filling a position left by one of the most skilled players in modern lacrosse who was simultaneously a team leader posed a true challenge — but not one Denver’s program hadn’t previously faced. Continue reading Part Three : A questionable attack – The impact of Colton McCaffrey and Colin Rutan
Some traditions are meant to be broken. For the University of Denver Pioneers, the established makeup of the midfield has been revised. Under assistant coach and offensive coordinator Matt Brown, the midfield lines were notoriously constructed with a traditional middie, a speedy dodger and a composed feeder. United, the trio is a dynamic and challenging unit to defend because of each player’s strengths that balance out and harmonize into a collective whole. Continue reading Part Two: DU’s midfield transformation, the emergence of Teddy Sullivan and Joe Reid
Just the fourth home game of the 2018 season, the No. 2/3-ranked University of Denver Pioneers topped the St. John’s University Red Storm 15-6 in the windy, but sunny BIG EAST home opener on Saturday, April 14. Continue reading Denver weathers Red Storm’s comeback, wins 15-6 in BIG EAST home opener
New faces circulate in and out of the lineup on a regular basis throughout the beginning of a season. Once roles and chemistry become apparent, the positions evolve into concrete lineups that account for situational alternates. A system as intricate and detailed as the University of Denver Pioneers lacrosse program’s can be intimidating to infiltrate, let alone thrive in. For some players, it comes naturally and immediately. For others, the transition requires adaptation, repetition and guidance to cultivate confidence. Continue reading Newcomers Making a Big Impact in Denver’s Lineup, Part One: Defense
Denver has just barely scraped by its opponent in three of its last four games. Slow starts and costly turnovers have troubled the No. 4-ranked Pioneers. With the regular season over halfway completed, each game holds more significance now that conference play is underway. Continue reading Denver’s internal adjustments key in preparation for Top-10 clash against Villanova
The Ohio State Buckeyes handed the University of Denver Pioneers one of their worst losses in program history last season. The Buckeyes knocked Denver off of it’s then, top-national rank with the merciless 16-7 result. Continue reading Denver-Ohio State: Pioneers look to regroup and refine for success going forward
