College Park is title town.

The Maryland Terrapins made it two straight years that one school took home both the men's and women's NCAA Division I championships. For the men, it was the end of a 42-year drought in which the Terps had made the title game numerous times, only to fail. For the women, it was vengence from a title game loss to North Carolina in 2016.

Our college championships package tells the stories of the two Maryland teams, from John Tillman's loose attitude and Matt Rambo's historic season, to Cathy Reese's 'We Matter' mantra instilled in her team. Also included are stories on Boston College's Kenzie Kent, Navy's Cinderella run and whether lacrosse should revive the dive.

Also in the July/August edition of US Lacrosse Magazine, a story on Team USA's effort to focus amid high expectations heading into the FIL World Cup next month. Captains Devon Wills and Sarah Bullard know nothing will be handed to them. In Fuel, we feature the growing lacrosse movement in Colombia.

On the Cover

Inside the Terps' drive to "Be the Best." Meet the mean who ended Maryland's title drought.
PHOTO BY JOSH ROTTMAN

Letters

From the CEO
In this edition, we celebrate this season's champions for the hard work and good fortune that enabled their success. But let's not forget to recognize those who may never experience the glory of a championship season or personal accolades.

From the Editor
How my performance arts upbringing may have helped me on the lacrosse field.

Features

It's Over

Led by the redeemed Matt Rambo, Maryland marched to its first NCAA title since 1975, delivering relief for its long-suffering supporters.
BY MATT HAMILTON

'We Matter'

How Cathy Reese restored the Maryland dynasty — and left an indelible impression on the women of College Park.
BY MEGAN SCHNEIDER

The Gaffney Great

We may never again witness a career like that of Limestone's Kevin Reisman.
BY MATT DASILVA

Defenders of the Dynasty

Perennial powers Salisbury and RIT finally broke the seal, and the Sea Gulls defense showed up in a big way.
BY PATRICK STEVENS

Panthers Back on Top

Adelphi avenges loss in 2016 final, defeats Florida Southern for eighth NCAA title.
BY JOHN WALK

Sister Act

On the same day Lizzie Colson celebrated with Maryland, Steph Colson scored the game-winning goal for Gettysburg.
BY MATT CHITTUM

Gannon Fodder

The self-coached Delaware club team won its first WCLA title with a familiar name leading the way.
BY PAUL OHANIAN

Grand Canyon, Concordia-Irvine Reign in MCLA

Grand Canyon and Concordia-Irvine take home the Division I and II MCLA titles, respectively.
BY PAUL OHANIAN

Amtahcha, Godekeraw Winners

Georgia's Caroline Youngs and Denver's Kelly Dingens were named Division I and II winners of the 2017 Amtahcha Award.
BY PAUL OHANIAN

Denver's Left Turn

Denver's unorthodox approach to goalie changes helped it silence Loyola for the Division II WCLA crown.
BY PAUL OHANIAN

Fuel

Humbling Love of the Game

Pioneering women's lacrosse in Latin America.
BY MATT HAMILTON

Growing Global

Seven new nations will make their World Cup debuts in England.
BY MATT HAMILTON

New England Revolution

Mass/R.I. teams reign in US Lacrosse Women's National Tournament
BY BRIAN LOGUE

Getting Better Overnight

Leading the renaissance of multi-day instructional camps.
BY MITCH BELISLE

Small Wonder

How a seven-time state champion coach has embraced the values of the Lacrosse Athlete Development Model.
BY MATT HAMILTON

USA Insider

Earned, Not Given

Team USA throttled Canada in an exhibition, but greatness won't be handed to the Americans.
BY MEGAN SCHNEIDER

How-to: Get Your Hands Free

U.S. midfielder Kelly Rabil uses contact to her advantage.
BY MEGAN SCHNEIDER

The High Performance Ethos

We sat down with High Performance Director Kevin Ankrom to discuss his transition to lacrosse and his areas of focus for the coming months.
BY BRIAN LOGUE

How to: Defend with a Shorty

U.S. defensive middie Drew Snider looks to throw his opponent off his dodge.
BY MATT HAMILTON

Player Spotlight: Alyssa Murray

Murray talks giving back to the sport and what it means to be a part of this summer's World Games.
BY MEGAN SCHNEIDER

USL Insider

US Lacrosse Presents Native American Scholarships

Liam Anderson and Shayla Scanlan won the Tewaaraton Native American Scholarships.
BY BRIAN LOGUE

Give & Go

Megan Whittle

Maryland's mini minion loves puppies
INTERVIEW BY MEGAN SCHNEIDER