2007 World Indoor Lacrosse Championship Team announces management team and coaching staff
Published on October 23, 2006 under National Lacrosse League (NLL)
Edmonton Rush News Release
EDMONTON, AB-The Canadian Lacrosse Association announced today its Management Committee and Coaching Staff for the 2007 World Indoor Lacrosse Championship Team. The announcement of the individuals is a highlight for the Edmonton Rush as three individuals have been named to the team.
The Rush's General Manager and Head Coach, Paul Day will serve as the Assistant GM West on the Coaching Staff Team, President, Duane Vienneau and Owner, Bruce Urban will serve on the Management Committee.
"This is a great opportunity for us to be involved in bringing international exposure to our sport." states President, Duane Vienneau "We're are honoured to be chosen to the team and look forward to the challenge of building a world championship team and participating in this unique and exciting tournament."
The International Lacrosse Federation's indoor championship, which features the world's top eight teams and takes place every four years, will be held May 14-20, 2007 in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The event begins immediately after the conclusion of the 2007 National Lacrosse League Playoffs.
2007 Coaching Staff World Indoor (Box) Lacrosse Team
Chairman - Johnny Mouradian
General Manager - Steve Govett, President/General Manager, Colorado Mammoth
Assistant GM East - Jeff Dowling, Assistant GM New York Titans
Assistant GM West - Paul Day, General Manager/Head Coach Edmonton Rush
Head Coach - Gary Gait, Head Coach Colorado Mammoth
Assistant Coach - Bob Hamley, General Manager, Head Coach Arizona Sting
Assistant Coach - Ed Comeau, Head Coach Rochester Knighthawks
Management Committee
Bruce Urban - Owner Edmonton Rush
Duane Vienneau - President Edmonton Rush
John Bergsma - Shareholder Toronto Rock/San Jose Stealth
Stu Aird - Legal Council
Johnny Mouradian - Managing General Partner/General Manager San Jose Stealth
Further details on selection camps will be provided in the near future. You can also visit the Canadian Lacrosse Association website at www.lacrosse.ca as information will be posted as soon as it becomes available.
The Rush's 2007 Training Camp opens November 11-12. Full details will be provided soon. Media accreditation application forms for the 2007 NLL season are available on our website at www.edmontonrush.com. All applications must be completed by December 31, 2006.
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