MLL New York Lizards

Week 8 Preview: Launch V. Lizards

Published on June 4, 2015 under Major League Lacrosse (MLL)
New York Lizards News Release


Who: Florida Launch (1-6) v. New York Lizards (7-0)

When: Friday, June 5th, 2015 at 7:30 p.m.

Where: James M. Shuart Stadium, Hofstra University

Watch: ESPN3 & MSG+

Week 8 Pregame Notes

The New York Lizards move forward undefeated and ready to take on the Florida Launch at home this weekend. After a win and loss against the Launch in the 2014 season, the Lizards are seeking two wins against them this year. New York holds a 1-1 record against the Launch in the all-time series.

Week 7 Recap

Week 7 was filled with another fantastic win by the New York Lizards against the Charlotte Hounds. The Lizards ended the game with 21 points making it their highest scoring game of the 2015 season.

Rob Pannell earned Coca-Cola Player of the Game Award after scoring seven points (five goals and two assists).

Midfielder Greg Gurenlian was honored for a fifth time this season as the FOAthlete of the Week for his 71% face-off wins. He has won this award three times in a row.  Gurenlian won 25 out of 30 faceoffs and picked up 18 ground balls against the Hounds.

Paul Rabil had a six point game (four goals and two assists). Tommy Palasek came in right behind with an overall five goals.

A great game was played by rookie Ryan Walsh who netted a hat trick in his first MLL game.  

What to Look Out For

The Quest to 100 Wins

After a strong win against the Charlotte Hounds, the New York Lizards hold 98 regular season wins throughout their 15-year history. The Lizards only need two more wins to break their 100-win milestone.

Career Milestones

Paul Rabil broke his 200th career goal in the game against the Boston Cannons. Recently, Rabil also passed his 150 assists milestone. Rabil has achieved 394 career goals. He stands 6 points shy of the 400-point milestone. These statistics include all career games including playoffs.

Lizards Player Cards

The First 1,000 fans in attendance to the Lizards v. Launch game on Friday, June 5th will receive exclusive Lizard Player Cards. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. at James M. Shuart Stadium.

Coaches' Notes

Head Coach Joe Spallina's comments on the Lizards offense: "We were really sharing the ball. Last year we finished the season with 71 assists overall. This season we're only about halfway through and we're already at 56."

On Lizards' rookies: "Pellegrino struggled at the start of the game but as it went on, you saw him really improve. We loved what we saw with Walsh. He's the kind of guy that can do everything - dodge, feed, shoot."

In regards to the Lizard players and the All-Star Game: "These are guys that represent the team in the highest form and I'm really happy for them - it's well deserved recognition."

Looking Ahead

The New York Lizards will take on the Charlotte Hounds on June 20th at home. Come out to James M. Shuart Stadium for a 7 P.M. game. Our players will wear special edition "pink" jerseys that will be autographed and auctioned off to benefit the Susan G. Komen Foundation.

For tickets to the June 5th game, please call 1-855-NYLizards or visit NYLizards.com/Tickets. 

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