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Go Girls!!!!!

The U15 team WON their semi – final game against Footscray at Chadstone on Sunday.

Eltham’s under 15 girls entered their first final series since 1995 with an incredible display of tenacity this weekend. Having beaten Footscray the previous week, there was a sense of confidence the repeat performance was possible.

Footscray scored the first two goals but they were not easy to come by, the Eltham defence line of Maddy Smith, Isobel Pain and Bridget Bassett-Smith troubling them from the onset.  Then Ruby Mileto of Eltham scored a fantastic goal from a fast break out of the centre won nicely by Jess Pham. Although Footscray scored two more in the half, Eltham led by one at the break, with Brooke Powell shooting a beauty following a brilliant dodge, Ruby shooting two more and the young Molly Perceval in goals saving several; the Eltham defence keeping Footscray scoreless for more than 10 minutes of the half. Following the break Footscray goaled in the first 10 seconds and followed up with two more in the next 5 minutes before Eltham’s Kate Poulier’s speed and attitude put one in for Eltham off a great pass from Briget Bassett-Smith.  Another great save from Molly Perceval was then converted up the field to Ruby Mileto’s 5th goal and then some incredible defence from Maddy Smith led to Dani Wile’s first goal for the game. Eltham had to really work for control of the ball, Footscray were winning a lot of centres and at 3 minutes to go, they led by 2.
However, Eltham were by no means beat with 11 seconds to go they scored and following a fast break from the centre Kate Poulier scored again with 1 second left on the clock; the game was a draw.  Two 3-minute halves of time on brought three goals a piece with a huge effort by the likes of Kate Poulier and Isobel Pain keeping Eltham in the game.
Finally, a sudden death playoff, the centre draw going Fooscrays way but the defense line again won the ball back, Sasha Pollnitz racing into attack and deftly passing the ball to Ruby Mileto for the final score of the game and a brilliant Eltham win!

The girls now go straight into the grand final to be played at Chadstone on 4th September.

Pauline Maher


American players Sign For 2011

Eltham Lacrosse Club is please to announce that we will be hosting 4 American lacrosse players for season 2011.  These guys will be playing in the senior mens teams as well as helping out with juniors and recruiting.  They will bring a wealth of experience to the club and we are looking forward to them arriving in May.

Harris Middel

Harris Middel

Defence (Lutherville, MD)
Bio: 22 years old and from Washington, DC. I have played Division 1 lacrosse for the University of Vermont Catamounts where I received a Bachelors Degree in International Business. Besides lacrosse I enjoy other sports as well including snowboarding and surfing when I can. I also enjoy being with family and friends as well as traveling and experiencing different adventures.

 

 
Derek

Derek Lichtfuss

Attack (Lutherville, MD/St. Paul’s)
Height: 6-3
Weight: 225lb

At Delaware: As a freshman in 2008,  Derek Lichtfuss was one of only two UVM freshman to play in all 16 games. Made 12 starts  and led the team in scoring with 21 goals and 8 assists.  Was also named America East All-Rookie Team and was named the 2008 Team MVP.  The following year Lichtfuss played in all 14 games and finished third on the team in scoring with 22 goals and nine assists for 31 points leading the team with 99 shots.  In 2010 Lichtfuss ranked third on the team in scoring with 24 goals and five assists for 29 points in 14 games. His 24 goals were second most on the team and ninth best amongst America East players.

Personal: Derek Scott Lichtfuss the son of Suzanne Hall and Ernest Lichtfuss, Jr. … Was born in Baltimore, Md. … His father played lacrosse and basketball at Washington & Lee … He was a member of the USA World Lacrosse Team in 1976 and an assistant coach for the 1994 USA Lacrosse Team … He also is a member of the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame and played professional lacrosse … Has two brothers Kevin and Jeffrey … Kevin was a member of the U-19 USA Rugby Team and Jeffrey played lacrosse at RIT … Lists Ed Reed of the Baltimore Ravens as one of his favorite athletes … Enjoys surfing in his spare time … Majoring in political science.

 

 

Tyler Boykin

Defense (Lutherville, MD/St. Paul’s)
High School: Played lacrosse, football, and ice hockey at St. Paul’s School for Boys…three-year letter winner as a defenseman in lacrosse and was captain senior year for head coach Rick Brocato…played in Under Armour Underclassmen Game…ranked as the No. 82 Division I recruit in the country by Inside Lacrosse…played defensive end and tight end for head coach Dave Dolche…played right wing in ice hockey…honor roll student who was named to Headmaster’s List.

At Delaware: will add depth to a talented and experienced Delaware defense…outstanding stick handler and one-on-one defender.

Personal: Tyler Whittington Boykin…son of Bill and Ruthann Boykin…history major at Delaware…has worked as a caddy at Baltimore Country Club during the summers…hobbies include hunting…father is a stockbroker…mother is a 1981 graduate of Delaware…older brother, Austin, is a sophomore midfielder for the Cornell lacrosse team in 2008.

 

 

Max Gradinger

Defense/Midfield (Lutherville, MD/Torreypines)
Bio: I Grew up in San Diego, California. Started playing lacrosse in 5th grade, played highschool ball at Torreypines in Del Mar, California. was a Captain, All American, and Union Tribune Player of the Year my senior year in highschool. At the University of Vermont, I was a captain my Junior year and have played and started as a long stick middie in all 51 games since my Freshman year. I have coached private lessons, camps, and highschool club teams and hope I can be of service to your younger players on offense or defense. Personal information – I am single, I love mexican food, am a middle child, and enjoy surfing and snowboarding.

31st Annual Schools Competition – Ray Shannon Trophy 2011

Once again Eltham are inviting primary schools across the Diamond Valley Area to participate in their School’s Competition.

This very successful round robin format as been the introduction to Lacrosse for most of our membership – creating an opportunity to not only play Lacrosse in Melbourne, but also to tour to North America, represent the Club and Victoria in interstate championships as well as internationally.

PLEASE CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD INFORMATION & REGISTRATION FLYER

The Competition will run from Saturday 19th & 26th of March and 2nd and 9th of April 2011, culminating in finals for the Ray Shannon Trophy on Saturday 9th April, 2011 at our home ground at Lower Eltham Park.

Club registrations for all junior grades will also take place on 9th April, 2011.

For more information contact our Club Secretary – elthamsec@lax.org.au OR Junior Director – jai.boy@live.com.au