MLL New York Lizards

Lizards LIVE on Web Radio Network in 2004

Published on February 19, 2004 under Major League Lacrosse (MLL)
New York Lizards News Release


The Long Island Lizards of Major League Lacrosse will launch the Lizards Web Radio Network presented by Lacrosse Unlimited for the 2004 season. In coordination with Arena Media Lacrosse, all twelve regular season games, as well as any playoff games, will be broadcasted live on the official website of the Lizards, at www.longislandlizards.com.

To tune in, fans can download the latest version Windows Media Player at http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/9series/player.aspx.

Josh Blumenthal will become the "Voice of the Lizards", calling all twelve regular season games in 2004. Blumenthal is a graduate of University of Rhode Island, where he played collegiate lacrosse. No stranger to the professional sports world, Blumenthal has formerly worked for the Providence Bruins (AHL), New York Power (WUSA), New Jersey Storm (NLL) and New York Saints (NLL), as well as the front offices of the National Hockey League and National Lacrosse League.

Ralph Bednarczyk will join Blumenthal for the five Lizards home games, as well as select away games. Bednarczyk, a graduate of Hofstra University, served as both play-by-play and color commentary roles for Men's & Women's Lacrosse for three years on 88.7 FM, WRHU. Bednarczyk also hosted and produced "The Locker Room", a year-round weekly Hofstra Sports show. Bednarczyk is currently employed by College Sports Television.

Scott Neiss will fill in for Bednarczyk on color commentary at select road games. Neiss, a student at St. John's University, currently serves as Director of Public Relations for the Lizards. Neiss has provided play-by-play and color commentary on many NLL internet broadcasts, and was formerly a lacrosse columnist for About.com.

The World Champion Lizards kick off the 2004 season on Saturday, May 22nd, when they take on the Boston Cannons at Boston University's Nickerson Field. Long Island Lizards home games are played at Mitchel Athletic Complex in Uniondale, NY. The Lizards are offering a $75 season ticket special for all orders placed before February 29th. Call 1-866-LIZARD-1 or visit www.longislandlizards.com for more information.

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