Good morning. Here’s the latest from around the lacrosse world:
1. It’s rankings season. We released the Nike/US Lacrosse Preseason Division I Women’s Top 20 for the upcoming season, highlighted by North Carolina at the top and defending NCAA champion Maryland checking in at No. 3.
2. The Nike/US Lacrosse Preseason Division I Men’s Top 20 also dropped, with dynamic Penn State edging out defending national champion Virginia for the top spot.
3. Inside Lacrosse’s rankings, however, have Virginia ranked first and Penn State second — an example of the case to be made for both squads.
4. US Lacrosse CEO Steve Stenersen wrote about how lacrosse can be a powerful vehicle for happiness, health and success. The article can be found in the December edition.