Wings Cantabene to Play in 100th National Lacrosse League Game

Published on February 7, 2003 under National Lacrosse League (NLL)
Philadelphia Wings News Release


Philadelphia Wings defenseman Paul Cantabene will play his 100th National Lacrosse League regular season game at the First Union Center tomorrow against the Rochester Knighthawks at 8 p.m. Cantabene is the Wings' second leading scorer through five games this season with 21 points (11G, 12A). The Wings acquired the ten-year indoor lacrosse veteran on September 27, 2003 in a trade with the Colorado Mammoth.

"The entire team is thrilled to see Paul reach this milestone wearing a Wings uniform," said Head Coach Adam Mueller. "To play in 100 games in this league reflects the toughness, determination, and skill that Paul is all about. Having played with Paul early in his career, it has been a pleasure watching him improve his game every year."

During Cantabene's NLL career he has seen playing time with the Washington Power, Pittsburgh CrosseFire, and Baltimore Thunder. Cantabene has amassed 263 points (97G, 166A) and 184 penalty minutes in the NLL. He also served as the Captain of the Washington Power in their inaugural season in 200-2001. Cantabene resides in Baltimore, MD and is the Assistant Coach of the University of Maryland Men's Lacrosse Team.

Game tickets, which include free admission to the Broad Street Bash, start as low as $18 ($20 day of game). Individual game tickets for Wings indoor lacrosse are $18, $23, and $27 in advance ($20, $25, and $29 on game day) and are available at the First Union Center box office and all Ticketmaster locations. Fans can save money on tickets by purchasing season tickets, starting as low as $120, for all eight Wings home games by calling 215-389-WINGS. Get your tickets now before they fly away!

The Philadelphia Wings are owned and operated by Philadelphia Wings L.P., whose principal owners are Russ Cline and Michael French. Comcast-Spectacor serves as the marketing, promotional, advertising, sponsorship and publicity arm of the Wings.

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