LumberJax top Mammoth, 12-11, to earn top spot in West Division

March 12, 2006 - National Lacrosse League (NLL)
Portland Lumberjax News Release


The LumberJax (5-4) came up with a huge win tonight against the Mammoth 12-11, putting them into first place in the West Division. Jax goalie Matt King was one of the deciding factors in the game with 54 saves tonight. The Jax stayed in the lead throughout the game, but the Mammoth kept it close until the end. This is the second win for the Jax this weekend after they defeated Arizona last night at home 12-10. The team is now tied for first place with Calgary and Arizona.

The first half belonged to the Jax offense as they stayed in the lead 8-5. Peter Morgan started off the scoring for Portland early in the first quarter with an assist from Del Halladay. Seven other Jax players scored in the first contributing to the team's lead. Dan Stroup gave the Mammoth two of their goals in the first, and leading points scorer for the Mammoth Gavin Prout had one goal.

Jax Mike Hominuck came right out of the half scoring, followed by Ryder Bateman minutes later with his second goal of the night. Colorado had four goals in the third quarter by Dan Stroup, Mike Law, Dan Carey and Scott Stapleford narrowing the lead to two points, 11-9. Mammoth's Langtry scored the first goal in the fourth quarter around the five minute mark. The game stayed close all the way through the fourth, and Colorado's Stroup made it a one point game with only three minutes left to play. Even though the Mammoth battled back, the Jax came out with the win tonight at the Pepsi Center.

The Jax will play at home next week against Minnesota on Friday, March 17 at 7:30p and the game will be broadcast live on CNW TV14 and KCMD 970AM. Fans can watch the game live on their computers via B2 networks for $6.00. Go to PortlandJax.com and click on the B2 link. A high-speed connection is required. Live game night scores can be found at: http://pointstreak.com

Tickets to the LumberJax for each of the four remaining home games range from $10.00-$30.00 in advance (Prices increase by $2.00 on the day of the game), with additional VIP seating available. Prorated season (starting as low as $50) and Group tickets can be purchased by calling 503.797.9739. Individual tickets can be purchased at the Rose Quarter Box Office (M-Sa 10a-5p), all Ticketmaster outlets, by calling 503.224.4400 or at PortlandJax.com. For single event suites call 503.963.3800. Prices do not include service charges.



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