Good morning. Here’s the latest from around the lacrosse world:

1. Matt Vinc and Dan Dawson, two likely future National Lacrosse League Hall of Famers, signed with new teams Tuesday.

Vinc, the six-time NLL Goalie of the Year and three-time NLL champion with the Rochester Knighthawks, signed a three-year deal with the Buffalo Bandits. With the Professional Lacrosse Players Association ratifying a new collective bargaining agreement over the weekend, the Vinc signing was the first major splash of a condensed preseason.

Both Vinc and the Knighthawks expressed mutual admiration in the wake of the news.

 

Thank you @RocKnighthawks for 8 amazing seasons. I would like to thank everyone involved in the organization. From the admin team, coaches, teammates and passionate fans who are the heartbeat of the franchise. I could not have asked for a better place to play and battle for the

— Matt Vinc (@Vno48) November 27, 2018

majority of my career. This was the hardest decision of my life that has impacted not only my family but everyone that has played a valuable role in my career. Ultimately I had to make the best long term decision for myself and my family. Thank you for all the support,

— Matt Vinc (@Vno48) November 27, 2018

friendships and for the championship memories. I am forever grateful and I hope it meant as much to everyone else as it did to me.

— Matt Vinc (@Vno48) November 27, 2018

Undoubtedly, one of the best of all time, you carved your name in Knighthawks history.

We thank you for the saves, the thrills, and your part in three titles

Thank you, 48 pic.twitter.com/cXAPN351bT

— Knighthawks Lacrosse (@RocKnighthawks) November 27, 2018

The Knighthawks appear ready to roll with Angus Goodleaf as their No. 1 netminder. Shortly after the Vinc news broke, Rochester announced it had re-signed Goodleaf, who has never been a full-time starter in his nine-year NLL career.

Dawson, the 16-year veteran who has won NLL MVP (2009) and NLL championship MVP (2014) awards, signed a one-year deal with the San Diego Seals — an expansion team that has secured some impressive talent for its inaugural season.

2. Giving Tuesday shed light on the efforts of several lacrosse-related charities and non-profit organizations.

Happy #GivingTuesday! Please consider supporting our mission to #GrowTheGame across the globe. Our goal is to support underserved communities through the great game of #Lacrosse. We Thank You for your consideration. Have a great day!!!

https://t.co/c0KfzdLxew

— Give and Go Foundation (@GiveGoFund) November 27, 2018

 

 

 

 

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Today has been a special day on social media. So many people sharing messages of positivity and support for organizations that make meaningful contributions to the world! • In that spirit I wanted to share 3 non-profits that hold a very special place in my heart. • Please check out their pages and consider supporting one or all of these meaningful causes!

A post shared by Scott Ratliff (@scottratliff2) on Nov 27, 2018 at 12:21pm PST

This #GivingTuesday we are joining @Benevity to #BetheGood !! For every retweet of Benevity’s video below, they will donate $10 to your mentioned charity!

So please RETWEET this video and @ mention laxthenations using #BeTheGood today!! https://t.co/Qx46NWAXgp

— Lacrosse the Nations (@laxthenations) November 27, 2018

#OWLSGivingTuesday |Watch|Support our bus fund, and provide safe passage for OWLS Youth! https://t.co/2Gg5QCdoOC

— OWLS LACROSSE (@OWLSLAX) November 27, 2018

WE DID IT! We’ve surpassed our $250K goal! Let’s keep it growing & run the score up against #Cancer - Proud, Humbled, Honored & Gracious! #LaxStache @HEADstrongFnd @LaxSportsNet @Inside_Lacrosse @LaxAllStars @LacrosseNetwork @NCAALAX @USILA_Lax @StringKing pic.twitter.com/lq4fULi2gt

— HEADstrong FND (@HEADstrongFnd) November 27, 2018

The Casey Powell WORLD LACROSSE FOUNDATION cares about our lacrosse family and I’m respectfully asking for your help. We support severely injured and sick lacrosse players. https://t.co/yymAeWObxW #sharesupportinspire #givingtuesday pic.twitter.com/tA7WMzvOLX

— Casey Powell (@caseypowell22) November 27, 2018

There are over 21 million veterans in the United States. Of that, over 400,000 suffer from some form of PTSD and over 200,000 are homeless. 20 veterans commit suicide each day. We want your help to change that.

Donate now: https://t.co/VMPtT1T47Y pic.twitter.com/emzW7cMeYL

— Shootout for Soldiers (@SFSLacrosse) November 27, 2018

Being back in Maryland has given me the opportunity to get involved with @CCYouthLax on a more meaningful level. On this #GivingTuesday, please consider donating. Hear from one of our players on what CCYL means to them. Click https://t.co/oW0ffHqBHO to donate pic.twitter.com/B0lPDaBrjo

— Kyle Harrison (@KyleHarrison18) November 27, 2018

Noted lacrosse enthusiast and @Patriots wide receiver @ChrisHogan_15 is wearing @HEADstrongFnd themed cleats as part of the @NFL's #MyCauseMyCleats initiative https://t.co/NBLnYcBSFt

— Lax Sports Network (@LaxSportsNet) November 27, 2018

.@Patriots head coach Bill Belichick is wearing sneakers with a lacrosse and football theme to promote the @BelichickFDN as part of the @NFL's #MyCauseMyCleats initiative https://t.co/N4gwcqM2XQ

— Lax Sports Network (@LaxSportsNet) November 27, 2018

Today is #GivingTuesday - an international day of charitable giving to support those who make a difference.

We're going to link to some of the efforts of our #PLLAssists partners below, help us support them in their work pic.twitter.com/gIsH6Tn9q8

— Premier Lacrosse League (@PremierLacrosse) November 27, 2018

.@Bronx_Lacrosse has launched the #BronxLax25Challenge - which is the price of a new lacrosse stick ($25). Located in the most underserved congressional district of the U.S., Bronx Lacrosse uses lacrosse as a platform for student development.

Donate here: https://t.co/6CF6O8IzPj

— Premier Lacrosse League (@PremierLacrosse) November 27, 2018

.@SFSLacrosse uses lacrosse as a bridge to support wounded American Veterans. Over 400,000 Veterans suffer from PTSD and many lack the mental health care they need for treatment.

Donate here: https://t.co/N4oRYJzbcK

— Premier Lacrosse League (@PremierLacrosse) November 27, 2018

.@OWLSLAX is fundraising for their team bus that provides OWLS students safe passage through Chicago's most underserved neighborhoods.

Donate here: https://t.co/dgqwvuzU9a

— Premier Lacrosse League (@PremierLacrosse) November 27, 2018

.@HEADstrongFnd is relentless in improving quality of life for those affected by cancer.

Donate here: https://t.co/yTv34EVhtg

— Premier Lacrosse League (@PremierLacrosse) November 27, 2018

.@CCYouthLax works in underserved communities in Baltimore, providing opportunities for young kids to get involved in lacrosse and live healthy lives.

Donate here: https://t.co/r00CJb8ju3

— Premier Lacrosse League (@PremierLacrosse) November 27, 2018

.@TeamRWB's mission is to enrich the lives of America’s veterans by connecting them to their community through physical & social activity. With over 137,000 members in 204 chapters nationwide, Team RWB leads the way in supporting American Veterans

Donate:https://t.co/t1rXMzMOWM

— Premier Lacrosse League (@PremierLacrosse) November 27, 2018

Since @WINNERSLacrosse started in 2000, they have introduced the game of lacrosse to over 10,000 inner city DC youth.

Donate here:https://t.co/K8scB7wFv8

— Premier Lacrosse League (@PremierLacrosse) November 27, 2018

And while its mission may not tug at the heartstrings quite like those examples, the Iron Dukes Varsity Club got a major boost from Duke men’s lacrosse supporters.

Heading into testing day all with $218k from our supporters! We'll each get one more rep if you guys get to $225k before 11 am deadline!

Donate: https://t.co/giQCg8V8Md pic.twitter.com/QC9WAl5gJX

— Duke Men's Lacrosse (@DukeMLAX) November 28, 2018

3. The IWLCA and IMLCA, the college coaches associations for women’s and men’s lacrosse, respectively, announced new venues for their signature recruiting events Tuesday. The IWLCA Presidents Cup, which the U.S. women’s national team recently headlined, is relocating to West Palm Beach, Fla., while the IMLCA National Cup will be in West Windsor, N.J.

Big news on the @IMLCA_NatCup front!! We’re moving the tournament to N.J. and big support from coaches. https://t.co/N0ddHHnWZN pic.twitter.com/X17cQmcyY6

— Corrigan Sports Lax (@CSELax) November 27, 2018

4. Milwaukee boasts a budding lacrosse scene that US Lacrosse and local volunteers hope will soon include the first youth team inside city limits.

WHAT WE’RE READING

• "Remember everyone deployed" isn't just a catchphrase for the Maryville men’s lacrosse team.

• Lacrosse is moving closer to becoming a sanctioned high school sport in Utah, and the locals can’t wait.

• Limber up with a lacrosse ball massage.

• WhirlyBall, a game that combines lacrosse and bumper cars, is coming to Milwaukee too.

WHAT WE’RE WATCHING

Burnout isn’t just a buzzword.

 

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