Originally Posted by Anonymous
Originally Posted by Anonymous
Originally Posted by Anonymous
I do agree lots of talented players at UNC. But I think one big issue that will play a major role is loss of assistant coach KD. They had a very close game with NW, and were just going to tough part of schedule when season cancelled LY. Time will tell and what team put the work in during break will show in the big games.

Should be a fun season. Let’s hope it happens with few delays.

I agree 100 % ,I don’t believe UNC has ever won a national championship with KD not running the offense . I would say they are still the most talented team in the country as they essentially bring their whole team back and will be better in the midfield ( which was their weak spot last year) with the addition of Miller and the return of Hillman but coaching matters . Look for them to struggle when they go out to ND as for some reason they seem to struggle with the trips to NW and ND . Look out for Loyola as they are one of those teams that are well coached and tend to fly under the radar . Which of the top teams will get a lift from their freshman .

I wonder if many of the freshman will get as much opportunity this year as they might have in a regular year with a lot of 5th years staying? Was nice to see some LI freshman getting mentions in the USLacrosse preview articles. Good luck to all.

IMHO It all depends on the caliber of program.... (and of to some extent the caliber of the athlete)... Much tougher for freshmen to break in at Top 10 caliber programs. That said, it really depends on how many "starters" have to be replaced from the previous year. Much easier for a freshman to beat out a "reserve player" than to beat out a returning starter. The 5th year players and "stud transfers" will make it more difficult for the freshmen who have to compete with them.

High caliber freshmen who may have slipped through the recruiting cracks and are now at a second tier program will most likely play from day one. Top recruits at Top 5 - 10 programs may not see the field right away.

Good luck to all and yes, nice to see Long Island Players getting some hype.