To all the fans of the world's greatest lacrosse team,
It's that time again - and if you don't know what we mean, you're not a true fan. It's time you were, and this guide will help get you there.
So why should you go to a lacrosse game? Because even if you don't like lacrosse or even know what lacrosse is, when you watch a Hopkins game, you're watching the best of the best. With a century-old legacy, the men's team lives up to the legends year after year.
After falling just one game short of the NCAA Championship Title last year, the men's team is now ranked No. 1 in preseason polls. Some of the strongest players from last year are returning, and powerful new recruits promise to add depth to the lineup.
With a strong defense, the women's team hopes to take their first conference title since 2001. Four of the new freshmen were All-Americans in high school, boding well not only for this year but for the future as well.
But we can't tell you how great the lacrosse games are - they're just something you have to experience yourself. After all, the fans are what make the games so memorable, and nothing beats feeling like part of the victory.
Thanks to the coaches, players and Athletic Center for their cooperation. Thanks to UnderArmour for sponsoring this issue. And finally, thanks to the editors who slaved for us: Chiefs Ron, for his countless hours, and Teresa, for her guidance; Managing Editor Maany for his creative touches; Sports Editors Claire, for her extra effort, and Jon, for his time and undeniable expertise; Brendan, Eric, Francesca, Jeff and Jessica for their monotonous copy reading; Denise and Nate for cutting, cropping and fixing ALL of the photos; and Will for giving the guide a little cartoon flava. And thanks to all of our writers, without whom this guide would not have been possible.
So get out to Homewood Field and support these amazing athletes. Ask not what your lacrosse team can do for you, but what you can do for your lacrosse team.
