A History from the Heart

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Lacrosse Lacrosse ...The Only True North American Sport

acrosse is the only truly North American sport. The Native American tribes across the continent played lacrosse from the earliest days, but historians have been unable to find a ...The Fastest Game on Two Feet Lsimilar sport played at any other place in the world. Racket games were played in ancient Egypt and many games were played on horseback with sticks by the ancients, but none of these seem to be the roots of American Indian lacrosse.

ith a history that spans centuries, lacrosse is the oldest sport in North America. Europeans were immediately fascinated when they first saw the Native Americans playing Rooted in Native American religion, lacrosse was often played to resolve conflicts, lacrosse. In fact, they traveled long distances to see the intensity and excitement of the sport Wheal the sick, and develop strong virile men. To Native Americans, lacrosse is still firsthand. Exhibitions were arranged in Montreal, Toronto and New York so that more people referred to as “The Creator’s Game.” could see the spectacle. By the mid-1800’s, lacrosse clubs were organized in towns throughout New York and the St. Lawrence Valley. The clubs played mostly against each other knowing Ironically, lacrosse also served as a preparation for war. Legend tells of as many as 1,000 that they were no competition for the Indian teams. players per side, from the same or different tribes, who took turns engaging in a violent contest. Contestants played on a field from one to 15 miles in length, and games sometimes lasted for Intercollegiate Lacrosse began in 1877 with a game played in Central Park between New York days. Some tribes used a single pole, tree or rock for a goal, while other tribes had two goal- University and Manhattan College. By 1908, the Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association teams posts through which the ball had to pass. Balls were made out of wood, deerskin, baked clay included: City College of New York, Columbia, Cornell, Harvard, Lehigh, University of or stone. Pennsylvania, Hobart, Johns Hopkins, Stevens Institute and Swarthmore. The Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association was comprised of just 21 teams when Drexel joined in 1941. The evolution of the Native American game into modern lacrosse began in 1636 when Jean de Brebeuf, a Jesuit missionary, documented a Huron Indian contest in what is now southeast In the early days of collegiate lacrosse, players continued the Indian tradition and used no pro- Ontario, Canada. At that time, some type of lacrosse was played by at least 48 Native tective equipment. The lacrosse players of 1900 wore a wool game jersey in the team’s colors, American tribes scattered throughout what is now southern Canada and all parts of the United shorts and leather shoes. Thin leather gloves and a small cap with a peak to shade the eyes States. Fre nch pioneers began playing the game avidly in the 1800s. Canadian dentist W. began to be used later. Through the first half of the 20th century, lacrosse, football and ice George Beers standardized the hockey players began to use various types of padding and heavier gloves to reduce some of the bumps and bruises. Leather helmets became popular in the 1930’s and face guards were Baggataway game in 1867 with the adoption of set field dimensions, limits to first seen in 1939, though they were vastly different from the carefully engineered modern hel- Native Americans called the game “Baggataway.” But credit the numbers of players per mets which today offer “27 air-vent cooling and dual occipital lobe adjustment.” Jesuit missionary Jean de Brebeuf, who, upon seeing the game team and other basic rules. for the first time, observed that the stick reminded him of a Players in the modern era can con- The Wooden Stick - The Craft of the Tool Bishop’s Crosier. He dubbed the game “La Crosse.” New York University fielded the centrate on the development of When the Europeans first saw Native American lacrosse, Today some 180,000 males and 50,000 females of all ages are nation’s first college team in their game skills knowing that they are supported by well-engineered the players used a three-foot long stick with a small round playing lacrosse in the United States. More than 400 colleges 1877, and Philips Academy pocket on the end. The stick was used to carry the ball have men’s lacrosse programs involving some 25,000 players. (Andover, Massachusetts), equipment, dedicated trainers and and to dislodge the ball from the opponent’s stick. Over 100,000 fans now attend the annual NCAA Division I, II Philips Exeter Academy (New coaches who have a depth of Soon a more conventional passing game developed, and the and III Lacrosse Championships. Hampshire) and the knowledge in all aspects of the wooden stick with the long “V” shaped pocket became popular. The pocket covered about two-thirds of the stick length. Lawrenceville School (New game. Lacrosse enthusiasts are encouraged to visit the National To manufacture lacrosse sticks, the Indian craftsmen used the same bent Lacrosse Museum and Hall of Fame in Baltimore, Maryland, Jersey) were the nation’s first wood, leather and raw hide techniques that they had perfected in mak- where some 350 years of the sport’s history are chronicled and high school teams in 1882. Today there are some 400 ing snowshoes. The natural materials were strong and readily available. archived. Drexel University is proud to be among the programs Second growth hickory or ash trees were selected because they were represented in this museum and is proud to field the sport that college and 1,200 high school straight and generally free of knots. enjoys ever-increasing popularity. men’s lacrosse teams from coast to coast. The sticks were shaved with a sharp draw knife, and a steam box was used to soften the wood fibers for bending. When the bend was in the “Lacrosse combines the beauty of team play with the thrill of individual skill. It contains the proper shape for the pocket, the stick was tied to a board so that it rough and tumble of football, the speed of basketball, the endurance of a long-distance runner, would retain its form during the drying process. Others in the village and the finesse and skill of hockey. It calls for nerve, strength, adroitness and intelligence. prepared the raw hide leather and the gut used for the side wall and It rightfully has been called the ‘fastest game on two feet’.” pocket. Everyone in the village participated in lacing the materials to Dr. W. Kelso Morrill, All-American player and coach, Johns Hopkins University complete the manufacture of these completely handmade sticks. 18436_00_Foreword.qxp 10/18/2004 6:01 PM Page 1

Drexel Lacrosse: A History of the Heart

by William S. Thayer

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Foreword I

Applause from the Administration

Joseph Jacovini, Esq. Anthony T. Caneris Chairman, Board of Trustees Senior Vice President n my eight year as the Senior ollege athletics is a vital part Dr. Constantine Papadakis Vice President at Drexel of the experience of an University President University I have seen and been American University. I C part of many changes. One of the n the more than 60 years since Athletic participation encompasses most satisfying "turn-arounds" I Drexel's first lacrosse team took not only the student athletes, but have had the pleasure of partici- Ithe field, the Drexel Institute of the students who root for them pating in has been Drexel's athletic Technology has grown into Drexel and their parents, friends, universi- department and its 16 Division I University, and generations of ty administrators and faculty who programs. Division I athletics in scholar-athletes have brought pride support them. The athletic pro- the 21st century is a complicated to our campus. Today, Drexel is gram at Drexel University, and in business, encompassing athletic ranked among the nation's leading particular lacrosse, represents the and academic excellence. But ath- doctoral universities, and men's purity of true amateur sport. As letics can also be the pulse of a and women's lacrosse are among part of the overall learning process, University. In this respect moving our 16 NCAA Division I sports. athletic endeavor provides invalu- to a new conference, the Colonial able lessons in good sportsman- Athletic Association provided Nearly 400 students compete in ship, discipline, and pride in Drexel University with a higher intercollegiate sports wearing the achievement. Drexel University has profile and more visibility. The Blue and Gold. They add to the the highest respect for our lacrosse most recent improvements at rich tapestry of campus life while athletes who compete at the Drexel Field are a most welcomed developing character, discipline Division I-A Level. and teamwork. Drexel is proud to addition to the Lacrosse program as well. offer equal opportunity to male Our University is proud and and female athletes, and is ranked pleased to see our athletic and But ultimately it is the people that No. 1 in the nation for athletic gen- lacrosse alumni communities join make up an athletic team, our stu- der equity by U.S.News & World together to author a most interest- dent-athletes who have distin- Report. ing and important work on the guished themselves both on and Drexel athletics history. The sto- off the field, our athletic leaders This book is evidence of the pas- ried history of our lacrosse alumni coach Chris Bates and Athletic sion that players and fans have for holds the promise of a wonderful Director Dr. Eric Zillmer who have lacrosse, considered our continent's future. Continued success and provided a vision to bring Drexel first sport because of its Native good luck. American origins. I commend the Lacrosse to the "next level," and remarkable joint effort by Drexel our alumni for which this book is alumni and our Athletic written. Drexel University is a "rev- Department, under the leadership olutionary university," and this of Director Eric Zillmer, to com- interesting book is a most unique memorate the excitement and tra- contribution amongst our peer dition of Drexel lacrosse. institutions in athletics.

Go Dragons! I wish the Drexel Lacrosse program, past, present, and future, all the best. 18436_00_Foreword.qxp 10/18/2004 6:01 PM Page 4

II Dedication

This book is dedicated to all of the men who have gained athletic skill, strength of body, self confidence, stamina and an appreciation for sportsmanship as Drexel Lacrosse Players.

Those who have shared the Drexel Dragon Lacrosse experience know that the lessons learned on the athletic field have served them well throughout their lives. All who have contributed to this book hope that it will reaffirm those experiences and provide moments of pleasant reflection.

Gratefully, William S. Thayer William Thayer, Drexel University Class of 1959 author of this text About the Author and former Dragon team captain, is a proud 1959 mechan- altimore native William Thayer is recently retired from United ical engineering Machinery, Inc. in Glen Arm, Md. He has also served as the Senior graduate of Drexel University where he BVice President, Vice President of Purchasing and the Executive VP of was a two-time the company, which designs and manufactures packaging machinery that is Honorable Mention All-America and a marketed worldwide. Thayer served as the manager of new product devel- participant in the opment with the Koppers Company from 1975 through 1986. He was a USILA North-South All-Star game. He research and development manager with the company from 1970-75. was also a three-time member of the A 1959 Drexel graduate with a bachelor of science in mechanical engineer- Pennsylvania- Delaware All-Star ing, Thayer served in the United States military from 1959-1962 as a first Team. Thayer was lieutenant and adjutant of the 937th Engineer Group with the U.S. Army inducted into the Drexel University Corps of Engineers in Fort Campbell, KY. He launched his civilian career in Athletic Hall of Fame 1962 as a program manager with the AAI Corporation in Cockeysville, MD, in 1990. where he served until 1970.

In addition to his numerous lacrosse accolades at Drexel, where he was a two-time All- America Honorable Mention and a USILA North-South game honoree, Thayer was also honored as a distinguished military graduate. He served as president of the Blue Key Leadership Club and was president of the TEKE Fraternity.

Bill and his wife, Barbara, have three children--Bill, Steve and Christine -- and five grandchildren. The Thayers reside in Lutherville, MD.

AUTHOR’S NOTE: Every effort has been made to provide a book that is accurate in all details. We invite you to forward any corrections and/or additions for future issues of this publication to the Drexel University Men’s Lacrosse Staff, 3141 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104. Published by : Drexel University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania First Edition: 2004 18436_00_Foreword.qxp 10/18/2004 6:01 PM Page 5

Credits & Thanks III

Drexel Lacrosse: A History From The Heart was researched and written by William S. Thayer, Drexel University Class of 1959 and 1990 Drexel University Athletic Hall of Fame inductee. Editing, design and layout by Jan Giel. Printing supplied by HBP Printing of Hagerstown, Md. To secure additional copies, please forward a check for $25 made payable to Drexel University Men's Lacrosse to: Chris Bates, Head Coach, Drexel University Men's Lacrosse, 3141 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104.

We invite you to follow the Dragons by visiting the Drexel Athletic Website at www.drexeldragons.com Acknowledgement and Thanks: Sincere gratitude for their assistance in this project is extended to the following individuals:

Dr. Constantine Papadakis, Drexel University President, for encouraging, embracing and validating this publication with his thoughtful contribution.

Dr. Eric Zillmer, Drexel University Athletic Director, for his vision and inspiration in beginning this book and for his valuable counsel throughout its preparation.

Chris Bates, Drexel University Head Coach, for his continuing support and most helpful suggestions. This project could not have gone forward without him.

Johnson Bowie, Drexel University Senior Associate Athletic Director, for assisting with the University research and for his constructive interest in this effort.

Jan Giel, Editor, for a masterful job in layout, design and final editing of the text and photos. With enthusiasm and desire for excellence, Jan touched every page with originality and a fine sense of style. Her professionalism is deeply appreciated.

Decade Editors: Dick Young, Nick Falcone, Lynn Ferguson, Benson Goldberger and Andrew Fader; for their willingness to generate the players' memories and to review the text for clarity.

Andy Andrews, Drexel Class of 1948, for his tireless help with the research at the US Lacrosse Museum, for his many valuable suggestions, for his careful review of the drafts and for his ability to furnish details concerning the early days of Drexel Lacrosse.

Stephen Janick, Drexel University Archivist, for his assistance in obtaining the photos published in this book.

Josh Christian, Archivist, US Lacrosse Museum, who enthusiastically provided historical resources which could not have been obtained by any other means.

Barbara Thayer who has lovingly made all things possible from the Drexel days of the 1950's to the present.

The author wishes to thank all the Dragon Lacrosse Alumni who reached back to their college days to bring us the personalized memories which are the heart and soul of this book. Special thanks to the members of the Drexel Lexerd Yearbook Staff who, over the years, faithfully recorded the activities of the men’s lacrosse team with inspiring text and photos. Much of this material has been adapted for use in the book. We are in your debt! 18436_00_Foreword.qxp 10/18/2004 6:01 PM Page 6

IV Drexel Lacrosse s shared throughout this book, the personal sentiments of those who have carried the stick on the Drexel Lacrosse field recall many humorous moments as well as reflections on times of Agreat challenge. These contributions most effectively recount our “History from the Heart.”

Caughnawaga Indians demonstrate The first intercollegiate tour- the sport in Montreal. nament is held at Westchester A match between the Seneca The game receives Polo Grounds in New York. and Mohawk Indians results newspaper coverage. in the creation of basic rules.

1636 1794 1800s 1834 1867 1877 1881

New York University fields French pioneers begin playing first college lacrosse team in the game avidly. America.

Modern lacrosse is witnessed by Canadian dentist W. George Beers stan- Jean de Brebeuf, a Jesuit mission- dardizes the game with the adoption of ary, who documented a Huron set field dimensions, limits to the num- Indian contest in what is now bers of players per team and other basic southeast Ontario, Canada. Some rules. 48 Native American tribes scattered throughout Southern Canada and all part of the United States are playing the sport. 18436_00_Foreword.qxp 10/25/2004 11:07 AM Page 7

Historical Timeline V

Drexel Lacrosse aligns with America East Conference Drexel Lacrosse aligns with Lacrosse is first played as an Middle Atlantic Confererence exhibition sport in the Drexel Lacrosse Drexel Lacrosse aligns with Olympics in Amsterdam. The Colonial Athletic Conference United States Intercollegiate aligns with Penn- Drexel Lacrosse aligns with Lacrosse League is formed. Del League East Coast Conference

1882 1904 1941 1942 1967 1971 1975 1992 1997 2002

Philips Academy (Andover, NCAA sponsors championship Massachusetts), Philips Exeter tournament for men’s lacrosse Academy (New Hampshire) and The Lawrenceville School Drexel Lacrosse aligns with Drexel Institute of Technology fields its first (New Jersey) introduce the North Atlantic Confererence lacrosse team under Head Coach Maury game at the high school level. McMains. 18436_00_Foreword.qxp 10/18/2004 6:01 PM Page 8

VI Lacrosse in Our History

hen I first learned that the Lacrosse alumni were interested in documenting the WHistory of Drexel Lacrosse I immediately embraced the idea. The history of athletics at Drexel University is intriguing. Alumni are surprised when I inform them that we have participated in intercollegiate contests for over 100 years, specifi- cally since 1896, shortly after the university was founded in 1891. Our founder Anthony Drexel was a pioneer in the concept of "learning by doing," and thus he felt that exercise and athletics played an important part in education. This may be the reason why Anthony Drexel included a gymnasium in the Main Building, which is still located on the fourth floor of the building, but now serves as an architectural studio.

The history of Drexel Lacrosse is more recent, but nevertheless rich and interesting. Since being appointed athletic director in 1998, I always felt that Drexel Lacrosse was our "football," our contact sport. Lacrosse is a great sport for Drexel and we should be able to attract, as we have in the past, outstanding athletes and students from the region. Thus, Dr. Eric A. Zillmer, has been Director of Lacrosse was made a priority within the department focusing on increased operational and Athletics at Drexel scholarship resources for the team and for the coaching staff. Drexel's recent entry into the University since Colonial Athletic Conference (CAA) has also placed more emphasis on the need for 1998. Under his expanded facilities to help position the Lacrosse programs competitively. In men's Lacrosse, leadership, the for example, CAA teams have been represented in the NCAA "Elite Eight" in an almost rou- department has made numerous tine fashion. Our plans are to bring Drexel Lacrosse to a national competitive level that upgrades and would allow us to reach the NCAA tournament as well as compete in it. In order to do so improvements Drexel Athletics initiated a field capital campaign to bring improvements to Lacrosse's out- including: door facilities. I am convinced that this book will help bring our alumni together by celebrating Lacrosse at Drexel. • An alignment with highly competitive and visible Colonial I want to thank first and foremost Bill Thayer for editing and writing this book. Bill has Athletic Association spent countless hours in bringing this effort to life and is the principle force behind this project. I also want to recognize Jan Giel's contribution in assisting with the copyediting and • The implementa- tion of of the state- layout of the manuscript. There are many alumni who have played a role in either con- of-the-art Blue Cross tributing or nudging the project along or simply have made some other contribution to Wellness Center Lacrosse that should not go unnoticed. Those that have in one way or another helped with assisting Drexel Lacrosse are John Daskalakis and Vince Vidas with their generous dona- • The remodeling of tions, Lee Stevens as our president of the alumni association, and Dennis Murray, Andrew the department’s Sports Medicine Pennoni, and Nicholas Falcone, in organizing our fundraising efforts. I also want to thank Facility coach Chris Bates and his staff, my Associate Athletic director and former UVa Lacrosse goalie Nick Gannon, and Anthony Caneris, Sr. VP, all who have advanced the competitive- • Ambitious ness of our team greatly. This year Drexel athletics started an archival photo project which fundraising ventures coincided with the writing of this book and the publication of many pictures that you will that have bolstered scholarships, facilities see in this book are a direct result of this campaign. I want to thank Charles Morchack, and programming. Professor of Art History, for overseeing this archival project, as well as Carol Montgomery, Dean of Drexel's Hagerty Library and Stephen Janick, Archivist/Special Collections Librarian, for their assistance.

Our history is our past, where we have been. It defines our present and prepares us for the future. All of us should be very proud of our Drexel Lacrosse past and all alumni are part of this history, and in fact have defined it. Please understand that the Drexel Lacrosse program remains to be your team. Stay involved to ensure that the future of men's Lacrosse is bright and that the best is yet to come.

Go Dragons! Eric A. Zillmer, Psy. D. Athletic Director Carl R. Pacifico Professor of Neuropsychology Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA 18436_00_Foreword.qxp 10/18/2004 6:01 PM Page 9

Top Leadership VII

ver the years, the Drexel Dragons have been guided by dedicated and knowl- Oedgeable Athletic Directors. These gentle- men have arranged challenging schedules for the players, hired skilled coaches and organized the budgets, fields and facilities. The contributions of the Athletic Directors are appreciated by every stickman who has worn the Blue and Gold.

Drexel's Athletic Directors:

Walter H. Halas- 1927 to 1942 Maury McMains- 1943 to 1951 Douglas Greene- 1952 to 1962 John Semanik- 1963 to 1991 Johnson Bowie- 1992 to 1995 Louis Marciani- 1996 to 1997 Eric Zillmer- 1998 to present

A statue celebrating the Native American roots of the game of lacrosse greets visitors at the entrance of the U.S. Lacrosse Museum and National Hall of Fame in Baltimore, MD.

(Photo permission granted by Joshua Christian, U.S. Lacrosse Museum) 18436_00_Foreword.qxp 10/18/2004 6:01 PM Page 10

VIII Drexel Today

ounded in 1891 by Philadelphia financier and philanthropist Anthony J. Drexel, The Drexel Institute of Art, Science and Industry became Drexel University in F1970. On July 1, 2002, Drexel formally acquired the former MCP Hahnemann University, which now includes the Drexel University College of Medicine, College of Nursing and Health Professions and School of Public Health. Today's Drexel has more than 90,000 alumni.

Drexel is Philadelphia's technological university, ranked among the best national doctoral universities by U.S.News & World Report in its "America's Best Colleges 2004." Drexel enrolls 11,700 undergraduates and 4,400 graduate, medical and professional students from 49 states, the District of Columbia, 118 foreign countries and six conti- nents. The University has a 12:1 student to faculty instructional ratio.

The University offers 70 bachelor's programs, 73 master's programs, 30 doctoral programs, a doctor of medicine program and 21 graduate-level certificate programs in its eight colleges (Arts and Sciences; LeBow College of Business; Drexel University College of Medicine; Engineering; Information Science and Technology; Media Arts & Design; Nursing and Health Professions; and Goodwin College of Professional Studies) and three schools (Biomedical Engineering, Science and Health Systems; Education; and Public Health).

The only mandatory co-operative education program in Pennsylvania and one of three in the United States, Drexel's 84-year-old experiential learning program is among the nation's oldest and largest. More than 4,800 Drexel students are placed with 1,500 employer organizations in the business, government, health care industry and education sectors in 42 states and 20 international locations to fulfill their co-op require- ments.

A member of the Colonial Athletic Association, Drexel offers eight men's and eight women's NCAA Division I varsity sports, in addition to 19 club and over 25 intramural sports. U.S.News & World Report ranks Drexel number one nationally in gender equity. October 11, 2003

Drexel University Director of Athletics Dr. Eric Zillmer (left) and Head Lacrosse Coach Chris Bates (right) recognized Drexel Lacrosse Alum and Hall of Famer Vince Vidas and his wife, Judith, during the dedication of Vidas Field (43rd Street and Powelton Avenue). Among other improvements, the Vidases financed new scoreboards, bleachers and a walkway at the former Drexel Field. 18436_00_Foreword.qxp 10/18/2004 6:01 PM Page 11

Coach’s Comments IX

was fortunate to have a mix of great offensive players and tough players we recruited off the football team in the earlier days. IBajkowski, Ambler, Peezick, and Miller came to us with super lacrosse skills, and we were able to surround them with passionate people who were able to get the ball to them. Lynn Ferguson was the most outstanding athlete we coached and got things rolling in the early days.

We had some great times and the bus situation was always an adventure. Many breakdowns over the years.

What I remember most about our players was their love for the game. We faced many hardships that our opponents did not have to deal with, i.e. field situation, equipment, transportation, 5 year programs, no fall program, etc. Yet, there was never any complaining, and we were always competitive.

Drexel prepared me for my coaching career at Rutgers. Recruiting was extremely difficult, and we stayed local in our efforts. These players have gone on to give back to the game, and I’m extremely proud of all of them. We keep in touch periodically, and I’ll never forget their dedication and sacri- fice to make Drexel a top program during our time there.

I think we instilled a pride in the program during our time at Drexel, and I am proud to have had an impact as a young coach in a program with a proud tradition.

Tom Hayes Drexel Head Coach

1969-1974

Once you step out on to the field for the first time, you are instantly in love with the sport for life. “ The feeling of hitting the corner of the net on a shot, making an incredible save in goal, or taking someone off their feet on “defense is indescribable. Lacrosse players do not play for money or fame, they play for the love of the sport.

JEFF GIZA as quoted in the 1992 edition of the Lexerd 18436_00_Foreword.qxp 10/18/2004 6:02 PM Page 12

X Coach’s Comments

t’s all here - a living, breathing history of Drexel Lacrosse. I can’t think of a better way to celebrate the Irich tradition of this program. What a great book this is!

The torch was passed from Coaches McMains and Austin, the pioneers of lacrosse at Drexel, to Eppy, whose fiery legacy lives on in all who played for him over two decades. Coach Hayes brought the program to a new level in his tenure here until Coach Voigt passionately guided Drexel Lacrosse for the next twenty-five years! These men recruited student-athletes to Drexel, challenged them to high standards on and off the field, and were wholly involved in their development as human beings. The program is indebted to these men who dedicated their lives to the education all the young men who played here.

While a coach certainly has an enormous amount of influence, the true essence of any program is the players who make up the team. For me, Drexel Lacrosse has always been about the people who have played here. There is something special about those who have proudly donned the Blue and Gold. There is a toughness developed through academic and career preparation rig- ors, through life in Philadelphia, and through competition versus some of the best teams in the country. There is a genuineness, a "realness”, about those who have played here. There is a common denominator of hard work and knowledge that success and respect are earned.

The result is lasting pride. Men who have played here and shared these experiences are proud. Their degree did not come easy, wins and losses were by products of hard work, and through it all the Drexel Lacrosse experience has helped to shape them both as people and professionals. This book cele- brates the people and the pride of Drexel Lacrosse.

As coach here, I have always taken great pride in helping to preserve the rich history of this program. We work hard to add to it each year with every new group of student-athletes. As each young man graduates, he becomes part of both the history and future of Drexel Lacrosse.

The hope is that this book continues as a living document. As time goes by, future graduates and more alums should contribute their memories as the book is periodically revised. Let’s continue to preserve and cherish the essence of this program forever.

Yours in Drexel Lacrosse,

Chris Bates Drexel Head Coach 2000 to Present 18436_00_Foreword.qxp 10/18/2004 6:02 PM Page 13

Past Meets Present XI

Baltimore, Md. - July 2004

Drexel University Alumnus and Hall of Famer William Thayer (above) and current Drexel Head Coach Chris Bates (below) reminisced with Howard Franklin (Frank) Knipp, a member of Drexel’s first lacrosse team in 1941. Knipp, a defenseman in his playing days, recalled the challenges faced by Drexel’s first lacrosse team and expressed pride in knowing that he helped to launch a great lacrosse tradition. Frank has deep respect for his 1941 teammates and especially for Ran Coleman, a star player who helped organize and coach that first lacrosse team. 18436_00_Foreword.qxp 10/18/2004 6:02 PM Page 14

XII Table of Contents Drexel Men’s Lacrosse: A History from the Heart Introduction Brief History of Game ...... IFC Foreword ...... I Dedication ...... II Credits & Thanks ...... III Illustrated Timeline ...... IV-V Lacrosse in Our History: Dr. Eric Zillmer, Director of Athletics VI Top Leadership ...... VII Drexel Today ...... VIII Coach’s Comments (Tom Hayes/Chris Bates) ...... IX-X Past Meets Present ...... XI Table of Contents ...... XII-XVI

Lacrosse Beginnings/Leaders A Proud Tradition Moves Forward ...... 1 Head Coaches: A Legacy of Leadership ...... 2-7

The 1940’s 1941: The Founding Season ...... 8-9 Personal Expression - Andy Andrews ...... 10 1942 Season ...... 11-12 Personal Expression - Ted Schwaab ...... 13 Personal Expression - Morton Levin ...... 13 1943/1946 Seasons ...... 14 1947 Season ...... 15-16 1948 Season ...... 17-18 Personal Expression - Ed Gilvey ...... 19 Personal Expression - Archie Acierno ...... 19 1949 Season ...... 20-21 Personal Expression - Roy Wagner ...... 22 Personal Expression - Jack Boyle ...... 22 Personal Expression - Carl Fugmann ...... 23

The 1950’s 1950 Season ...... 24-25 1951 Season ...... 26-27 1952 Season ...... 28-29 1953 Season ...... 30-31 Personal Expression - Ed Neuman ...... 31 1954 Season ...... 32-33 18436_00_Foreword.qxp 10/18/2004 6:02 PM Page 15

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Personal Expression - Dick Young ...... 34 Personal Expression - Bill Thayer ...... 35 1955 Season ...... 36-37 1956 Season ...... 38-39 1957 Season ...... 40-41 Personal Expression - Bill Criswell ...... 42-43 Personal Expression - Alan Rosenstein ...... 43 1958 Season ...... 44-45 1959 Season ...... 46-47 Personal Expression - Bill Schuette ...... 48-49 Personal Expression - Charles Vincent ...... 49 Personal Expression - Dick Michel ...... 50 Personal Expression - Bill Rowe ...... 50 Personal Expression - Milt Lang ...... 50

The 1960’s 1960 Season ...... 51-52 Personal Expression - Bob Schuette ...... 53 Personal Expression - Frank Garfolo ...... 53 Personal Expression - Jim Nichols ...... 53 1961 Season ...... 54-55 1962 Season ...... 56-57 1963 Season ...... 58-59 Personal Expression - Bill Wittorff ...... 60-61 Personal Expression - Bob San Jule ...... 61 Personal Expression - Jim Deckman ...... 61-63 Personal Expression - Bob Reuss ...... 63 1964 Season ...... 64-65 1965 Season ...... 66-67 1966 Season ...... 68-69 Personal Expression - Nick Falcone ...... 70-75 Personal Expression - Fred Reever ...... 75-76 Personal Expression - Bill Stevens ...... 76-77 1967 Season ...... 78-79 1968 Season ...... 80-81 1969 Season ...... 82-83 Personal Expression - Ward Keever ...... 84-85 18436_00_Foreword.qxp 10/18/2004 6:02 PM Page 16

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The 1970’s 1970 Season ...... 86-87 1971 Season ...... 88-89 1972 Season ...... 90-91 1973 Season ...... 92-93 1974 Season ...... 94-95 Personal Expression - Rich Guertin ...... 96 Personal Expression - Dan Romanchuk ...... 96-97 Personal Expression - Lynn Ferguson ...... 97-101 1975 Season ...... 102-103 1976 Season ...... 104-105 1977 Season ...... 106-107 Personal Expression - Jay Spahr ...... 108 Personal Expression - Dennis Murray ...... 108 Personal Expression - James Reed ...... 108-111 1978 Season ...... 112-113 1979 Season ...... 114-115

The 1980’s 1980 Season ...... 116-117 Personal Expression - Bob Hoover ...... 118-120 Personal Expression - Ed Guarino ...... 120 Personal Expression - Linda Harper Easton ...... 120 Personal Expression - Dan Pechin ...... 120-123 1981 Season ...... 124-125 1982 Season ...... 126-127 1983 Season ...... 128-129 1984 Season ...... 130-131 1985 Season ...... 132-133 1986 Season ...... 134-135 1987 Season ...... 136-137 1988 Season ...... 138-139 1989 Season ...... 140-141 18436_00_Foreword.qxp 10/18/2004 6:02 PM Page 17

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The 1990’s 1990 Season ...... 142-143 1991 Season ...... 144-145 1992 Season ...... 146-147 1993 Season ...... 148-149 1994 Season ...... 150-151 Personal Expression - John Sola ...... 152 Personal Expression - Jason Keyser ...... 152-153 Personal Expression - Joe Christie ...... 153 Personal Expression - Mike Durso ...... 153 1995 Season ...... 154-155 1996 Season ...... 156-157 1997 Season ...... 158-159 1998 Season ...... 160-161 1999 Season ...... 162-163 Personal Expression - Mark Brundage ...... 164-165

The 2000’s 2000 Season ...... 166-167 2001 Season ...... 168-169 2002 Season ...... 170-171 Personal Expression - Robbie Jorgenson ...... 172 Personal Expression - Matt Morettini ...... 172 Personal Expression - Joe Tuohey ...... 172 Personal Expression - Paul Tuohey ...... 173 Personal Expression - Ed Boron ...... 173 2003 Season ...... 174-175 Personal Expression - Justin Primus ...... 176 Personal Expression - Mike Gamble ...... 177 Personal Expression - Joe Ceglia ...... 177 Personal Expression - Jordie Olivella ...... 178 Personal Expression - Craig Caputo ...... 178-179 2004 Season ...... 180-181 18436_00_Foreword.qxp 10/18/2004 6:02 PM Page 18

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Records All-Time Varsity Roster ...... 182-185 All-Time Scoring Leaders ...... 185 Honors & Awards ...... 186-187 Junior Varsity Rosters ...... 188-190 Lacrosse in the Hall of Fame ...... 190-192 Parting Thoughts - William S. Thayer ...... 192 Lacrosse- The Only True North American Sport ...... IBC

Kopp Lounge/Vidas Field

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ecause of the contributions of hundreds who worked to establish the program, the outlook for Drexel Lacrosse has never been better. Today BDragon Lacrosse is rated in the top 10% of the college teams nationally. Players from high quality high school lacrosse programs are electing to become part of the Drexel Lacrosse tradition. Excellent training facilities are in place, and further improvements of the buildings and athletic fields are in progress. The coaches, trainers and support personnel are tops in their fields of expertise, and they demonstrate their dedication to each individual athlete on a daily basis.

Now competing on a national stage, Drexel men’s lacrosse proudly recalls its humble beginnings in the 1940's when most of the players were inexperienced and were recruited solely for their athletic potential. Some had previous experience with football, soccer or similar sports in high school. They were eager to learn lacrosse and, under the patient tutelage of coaches and a small core of experienced players, they quickly learned the fundamentals. Year after year, these initially inexperienced players seized the opportunity and many developed into fine lacrosse players. All could look back on their accomplishments with satisfaction.

Remarkably, only six head coaches have directed the Drexel program since its inception. Over the years, the Dragons have been aligned with a number of leagues and conferences including the Mid-Atlantic Conference, the East Coast Conference, the America East Conference and their current affiliation, the Colonial Athletic Association. Numerous athletes have been recognized as All-League players and, on a wider scope, as Pennsylvania/Delaware All-Stars, USILA Atlantic “B” Division All-Stars, USILA North-South All-Stars and USILA All-Americans.

Such individual accolades have served to validate the history and growth of our program. This book serves as a tribute to all of those individuals who have played a role in defining and contributing to the excellence that today is Drexel Men’s Lacrosse. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:15 PM Page 2

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The Sensational Six: Head Coaches in the Dragon Program

ver the decades, Drexel Lacrosse has been fortunate to have had excellent head coaches who provided leadership and direction with a Ocombination of passion and patience in teaching teamwork and the finer points of the game. Uniquely individual in their approach to the game, these six had the opportunity to put their individual stamp on the program and to impart wisdom that stretched far beyond the athletic field. They are directly responsible for creating cherished and lasting memories, friendships and life-long love for the game of lacrosse. Indeed each young man who donned the Drexel Dragon Blue and Gold is indebted to his head coach, and to the countless assistant coaches, athletic trainers and support staff, who contributed to his memorable Drexel lacrosse experience.

O Pioneer! Maury McMains, Head Coach The first head coach 1941,1942,1943 and 1946 in Drexel lacrosse history, Maury McMains posted a n accordance with the practice of the 11-16 varsity record time, Coach Maury McMains coached through four seasons. Imany sports at Drexel. During a career that spanned the period from 1935 to 1968, he, at various times, coached lacrosse, football, basketball, swimming and golf. In addition, as professor of physical education for 24 years, he taught the mandatory gym classes required of all students. Coach McMains also served as Director of Athletics for eight years.

Although he did not have a lacrosse background, Coach McMains was the principal advocate for beginning the lacrosse program at Drexel in 1941. Under his tutelage, Drexel was admitted into membership in the U. S. Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association in 1942. It is amazing to note that during the second season with an organized varsity team, Coach McMains produced one player for the North-South Game and three players recognized with All- State honors. In the third year, Coach McMains' team included Ray Green, a First Team All-American, and a number of others who earned Penn-Del League honors. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:15 PM Page 3

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With such a fine lacrosse program underway, Coach McMains reluctantly had to suspend the program for the years 1944 and 1945 due to the priorities of World War II, a trend that followed in most college sports and programs throughout the country. Coach McMains reestablished the Drexel Dragon lacrosse program in 1946, and a good team took to the field under his direction.

Student-Turned-Coach Marshall Austin, Head Coach 1947

efore becoming a student at Drexel in 1941, Marshall Austin was a star lacrosse player at St. Paul's Prep School in Baltimore. As a sophomore Bon the 1942 Dragon Lacrosse Team, he scored 36 goals and was selected to the All-State First Team. He played in the North South Game which, at that time was not limited to seniors only.

In 1943, Marshall was poised for another big season, but he broke his hand in an early season scrimmage. Marshall joined the Marines in 1943 and entered an Officer Training program at the University of North Carolina. He soon contacted Maury McMains to borrow some lacrosse equipment so that he Though Marshall could start a lacrosse program there. He served as a Marine officer in the Austin’s one year at Pacific and was preparing his unit for the invasion of Japan when the war the helm did not produce a win (0-13-1), ended. In 1950, Marshall Austin returned to the active Marine Corps as a he successfully Captain. His unit was assigned to combat service in Korea. In a ceremony at coached a North- the Philadelphia Navy Yard, he was awarded the Bronze Star with the "V" for South game player, an All-American Valor. Honorable Mention and two players with Penn-Del league After the War years, Marshall had completed his eligibility so he could not recognition. return to the lacrosse field. When the Drexel Lacrosse Team needed someone with excellent lacrosse experience, Marshall stepped up to become the head coach for the 1947 season. During his single season at the helm, Marshall Austin produced a North-South Game player, an All-American Honorable Mention and two players with Penn-Del League recognition.

Marshall Austin died in 1988 and, shortly thereafter, his family established the Marshall M. Austin Professorship in the Drexel College of Business and Administration. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:15 PM Page 4

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A Disciplinarian Over Two Decades Herman Epstein, Head Coach 1948 to 1968

eman Epstein was known as “Eppy” to all who knew him. During his 21 years as head coach, he also served as assistant football coach and Hassociate professor of physical education. No one who played for him would dispute that his love of lacrosse was profound, and he approached every game with unequalled passion. His players will attest that he used all means at his disposal to "teach" the fine points of the game. His methods ranged from highly theoretical discussions of strategy and posi- tioning to whacking an errant player across the backside with the lacrosse stick that he always carried for "impromptu" demonstrations of technique.

The legendary coach earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Maryland and a law degree from the University of Baltimore. He was a practicing attorney for seven years before becoming an educator. Perhaps the legal training explains why a player never won a dispute with Eppy.

Prior to coming to Drexel, he coached at Baltimore City College, Johns Hopkins University and the University of Virginia. Early in his career, Eppy was a referee and later he served on the USILA rules committee. This spawned his oft repeated quote, "Don't question me son, I wrote the rule book." He was Coach of the North-South game on three occasions.

Eppy won a reputation in lacrosse circles for his emphasis on the value of athletic participation. He demanded from his players the same dedication that he himself devoted to sports. Uncompromising in his standards, he inspired his players to seek the ideal and to perform beyond their expectations. In 1964, Eppy was honored by the Drexel Alumni Varsity Club for outstanding contributions to Drexel Athletics. The trophy for the Annual Alumni-Varsity Lacrosse game has been named in his honor. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:15 PM Page 5

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The 1969, US Lacrosse Guide annual publication was dedicated to Dr. W. Kelso Morrill and Herman Epstein. Dr. Morrill was the highly respected player and coach at Johns Hopkins University. He wrote the acclaimed book titled "Lacrosse." In that issue of the Lacrosse Guide, Albert A Brisotti, Jr. wrote:

"Herman Epstein, or Eppy as he was familiarly known, was Head Coach at Herman “Eppy” Drexel Tech for 21 years. He was a graduate of the University of Maryland Epstein, who posted where he starred in football and lacrosse. He first coached at Baltimore City a 91-86-2 record in 21 years, defined College and here he gained a reputation for fundamentals and conditioning. Drexel Lacrosse in its Many of his players went on to become outstanding stars in college and All- developmental stages: hard-nosed Americans. Eppy was head coach of the South Team in the annual North- and passionate. South game in 1953, 1954 and 1968: just before he died. Any of the men who played under Eppy have the utmost admiration for him. Although he was a strict disciplinarian, he earned the respect of all who knew him."

Ambassador of the Sport Tom Hayes, Head Coach 1969 to 1974

hen he retired in the year 2000, Tom Hayes could reflect proudly on a 32-year career of coaching college lacrosse. Tom, a resident of WHyde Park, NY, began his athletic experience as a star athlete at Sewanhaka High School on Long Island. In college at Penn State, he earned All-American lacrosse honors as a midfielder.

After college and four years of Air Force service, Tom was named head lacrosse coach at Drexel University. Here his teams achieved an enviable 41- 29 record. From the outset, Coach Hayes established a work ethic and will to win that produced victories over teams that appeared to be unbeatable. His players responded enthusiastically to his leadership and confidence.

Tom moved to Rutgers University in 1975 and continued to establish a distinguished record until his retirement in 2000. With his successful lacrosse teams leading the way, Coach Hayes was named USILA "Man of the Year" in 1974 and 1987. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:15 PM Page 6

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Coach Hayes has truly been an ambassador for lacrosse at the national level. He served on the NCAA Men's Lacrosse Committee from 1990 to 1996 and as President of the US Lacrosse Coaches Association from 1993 to 1996. Tom also served as General Manager of the US Lacrosse Team for more than a dozen years and was the Chairman of the USILA Rules Committee and the International Games Committee. He was instrumental in having Rutgers host the NCAA Men's Division I Lacrosse Championships in 1990 and 1998. He was Coach of the North South Games in 1977 and 1998.

Nationally recog- In 1990, Coach Hayes was elected to the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame; nized, Tom Hayes helped put Drexel on a fitting tribute to a great lacrosse player, coach and executive. the map before moving on to raise the game to new levels. He was named Quarter-Century of Contributions USILA “Man of the Year” in 1974 and Randy Voigt, Head Coach 1987. 1975 to 1999

oach Voigt holds the distinction of being Drexel's longest tenured lacrosse coach. Including three years as assistant coach and 25 years Cas head coach, Randy Voigt guided the Drexel Dragon lacrosse program for 28 years. He was a three- time letterwinner at Penn State and then continued his lacrosse career with the Main Line and Philadelphia Lacrosse Clubs.

After graduation from Penn State with a degree in physical education, Randy filled assistant coaching assignments at Penn State, Rutgers and William Penn Charter High School and then began his distinguished career at Drexel.

In addition to his duties as head lacrosse coach, Randy Voigt served for several years as a member of Drexel's Physical Education Staff and for several years as assistant athletic director for facilities. He was involved in numerous coaching clinics and lacrosse camps. He was a coach for the North-South Game in 1991. In 1998, his team posted a 12-2 record, earning Voigt America East Coach-of-the-Year distinction. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:43 PM Page 7

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From Coach Voigt's teams, 36 players received year-end honors by being list- ed on East Coast Division and All-America East Conference All-League Teams. Four of his players were selected to play in North -South games.

Lacrosse Purist Chris Bates, Head Coach

2000 to Present Randy Voigt posted a 141-177 record in an unequalled 25 oach Bates has distinguished himself as an outstanding lacrosse player years of coaching at at all levels of competition. During his undergraduate days, Chris was Drexel. He was a standout on attack and midfield at Dartmouth College. He was a named America East C Conference Coach- four-year starter and an All-Ivy League and All-New England team selection of-the-Year in 1998. in 1989 and 1990. He was also named to the North- South All-Star Team after his senior season.

Chris received a bachelor's degree in psychology from Dartmouth in 1990 and a master's degree in education from North Carolina University at Chapel Hill in 1998.

Following his college days, Chris Bates played club lacrosse for the New York Athletic Club and the Philadelphia Lacrosse Club,where he was named to the All-Club Team after the 2001 season. He played for eight seasons in the professional Major Indoor Lacrosse League. During his seven seasons with the Philadelphia Wings of the MILL, Chris was a member of league championship teams in 1994, 1995 and 1998. Moving to the Charlotte Cobras, Chris was named to the All-Pro Team. He was recently named to the Hudson Valley Lacrosse Hall of Fame and the Archbishop Ryan High School Lacrosse Hall of Fame.

Coach Bates was an assistant lacrosse coach at Drexel for five seasons before Chris Bates, a taking over as head coach for the 2000 season. His teams have improved former Ivy League and MILL League routinely under his direction and winning records have resulted. standout, has reenergized the The Drexel Dragon Lacrosse program continues its proud tradition under Drexel program. Bates' leadership. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:15 PM Page 8

8 Humble Beginnings- The 1940s

1941: The Founding Season

redit Drexel Head Coach Maury McMains, a successful and respected football coach with a physical education background, for spotting the Cpotential of a pioneering group and ambitiously bringing lacrosse, a sport of ever-increasing popularity, to West Philadelphia. On a cold spring afternoon in March of 1941, Coach McMains welcomed a small but determined group of athletes onto the field at 46th and Haverford Avenue and introduced them to the sport that would change their lives.

The players of 1941, and all those who played in those early years, were a tenacious bunch. Their love of lacrosse carried them through when there were many obstacles to be faced. There were no returning players to offer advice based on previous seasons on the field. The small core of experienced players worked with those who were new to the game and a respectable team was fielded.

Head Coach Maury McMains had a football and physical education background but no lacrosse experience. He persevered to assure that Drexel's first lacrosse program would be successfully launched. His efforts were rewarded when a couple of star players joined the team for the second season in 1942. One of these great athletes The Lexerd Read: was recognized as First Team All-American at the end of Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1941 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows: the 1943 season, and two others were honored as All- Rocket-like in its rise to popularity, the newly organized lacrosse team is State selections. After the outstanding in Drexel Athletics for the year 1940-41. Too much credit third season, the priorities of cannot be given to the men composing this team. The boundless enthusiasm which they have unleashed in every game, in every prac- World War II required a tem- tice, has won the acclaim of the entire school. From one game to the porary suspension of inter- next, there was so marked an improvement that opposing coaches collegiate athletics. To his expressed amazement at the progress of the team. The season was cli- credit, Coach McMains maxed by a thrilling victory over the Pennsylvania JV team. returned to lead the lacrosse Lacrosse this year earned its place in Drexel’s athletic annals, and in the team when intercollegiate future great things can be expected from other Drexel lacrosse teams. competition resumed in 1946.

Howard F. Knipp, a defenseman on the 1941 team, recalled that Randall “Ran” Coleman provided the drive to organize Drexel’s first lacrosse team. “Ran” used his experience as a star player from St. Paul’s School in Baltimore to serve as assistant coach and team captain. His technical experience was invaluable to Coach McMains who had no previous lacrosse experience. After Service in WWII, “Ran” Coleman started a lacrosse club at the University of Virginia. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:15 PM Page 9

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1941 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER Lacrosse Guide-1942 (1941 Season Report) Jack Abbott George Krelman Fred Bolton Perley Webster Lacrosse in the Pennsylvania Leroy Brandt Ray Lewis Section Harry Broadbent Harold Olson The most encouraging aspect in Richard Clenimer Stephen Pagano this Section was the addition of Randall Coleman John Pratt Drexel Tech to the roster of col- Walter Crossman Charles Rell leges playing the game. Maury Lewis DeGeorge Amos Shaver McMains did a fine job in putting Wayne Gershen Bellard Simpson the game across with the adminis- Donald Harrison Balford Smith tration and players at the school, William Johnson William Spare and a large squad went through Howard Knipp Head Coach Maury their season of six informal games with four wins and two losses. A complete varsity schedule has been made up for 1942 and an applica- tion entered for membership into the Intercollegiate College Lacrosse Association. By: Avery Blake, Lacrosse in the l La xe x F Pennsylvania Section re ac D t No results were recorded in Editor's Notes: 1941, Drexel’s inaugural season 1. Avery Blake was the distinguished Lacrosse Coach at Swathmore College for many years. He was instrumental in estab- lishing the Pennsylvania League which later became The Penn-Del League.

2. In 1941, the teams of the Pennsylvania League were: Penn State University, Lafayette College, Lehigh University, Swathmore College and the University of Soon after the Drexel Lacrosse Team was introduced, others Pennsylvania. in the lacrosse community offered warm words of welcome. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:15 PM Page 10

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First Person: The 1940s Memories from Andy Andrews, '48

In 1946, the lacrosse program started up from a two-year hiatus for WW II. Maury McMains was the coach, and Marsh Austin, team captain from the 1942 squad, was the assistant coach. They had high hopes of building on the pre-war team success. Andy Andruscavage, Sam Evans, Bill Dickinson and John Pratt were back from the 1942 squad, and Ray Greene, an All-American selection from 1943, was expected to return. George "Brownie" Hill, the gentle 6-7 giant who had played at prep school champion St. Paul's School, a perennial Baltimore prep school powerhouse, was slated to be the kingpin of a formidable attack. The rest of the team had little or no lacrosse experience.

Instead of returning to Drexel, Greene completed his Navy service and played for Johns Hopkins. This created a huge gap in the midfield. We were competitive in several games but could never hold on for a win.

My baptism-by-fire as a goalie was in the opening game against Princeton, and I have a lasting memory of that experience. Early in the game, a shot eluded my stick and caught me square in the breastbone. To enhance my mobility in the goal, I had decided not to be encumbered by a bulky chest protector. The shot sent me to the ground writhing in pain. While there, my one thought was getting back on my feet and in the goal; on our shorthanded squad, there was no room for a backup goalie!

Marsh Austin arranged an ambitious 13-game schedule for 1947. We had an expanded squad that included five returnees from 1946 and Acierno, Piper and Smith from the pre-war teams. We managed to be competitive but couldn't pick up a win. One game stands out in my mind from that season, our 25-1 loss to Hopkins at Homewood. We were all mighty thankful that Walt Scott was able to prevent a shutout. It was a particularly busy day for me and unnerving since Baltimore is my hometown.This was the first and only game my Mother came to see me play. Mother had laid down the law that my brother and I were never to play in that rough and tumble game of football. Needless to say, she was aghast at the mayhem her sons had gotten into (my brother had decided to take up the game at MIT).

A new era began in 1948 with the arrival of Eppy. It took time for us to learn the Eppy system with its "Candy Store" and other set plays. He had an alien way for me to play goal. Our hard work finally paid off with our first win against a good Penn team lead by All-American, Ted Hartman. This was a total team win, our finest hour, the highlight of my lacrosse years at Drexel, and the forerunner of Eppy's amazing Drexel career.To say that Eppy made a lasting impression on me would have been a vast understatement. The whole team was unprepared for his “methods,” but I think that we would all agee that he spurred us to a higher level of play. I also found that there was a warm and caring side to Eppy. As the goalie, I was often “coaxed” to improve my performance by continuing to practice, with an instructional session by the master, after the team was dismissed. This would cause me to miss dinner at the girls’ dorm, which I earned by working the morning shift in the kitchen. When Eppy learned of this, he devised the perfect solution; continue the practice sessions and then take me to dinner where he would have my undivided attention for further instruction. Actually, these discussions branched out beyond the world of lacrosse, and I looked forward to continuing these social contacts during the year that I worked in Philadelphia following graduation. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:15 PM Page 11

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1942: The First Season of Record Lacrosse Guide-1943 (1942 Season Report) s the lacrosse team began to make its presence known, Lacrosse in the Pennsylvania Section Drexel joined the Intercollegiate The greatest focal point of interest was the situa- A tion at Drexel Institute where they played their Lacrosse Association. It is surprising to first year of intercollegiate competition. note that this national association had only 23 member colleges at that time. Drexel is a model of what can be done in two The members of the U.S. years when proper interest and backing are pres- Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association for ent. With the wholehearted backing of Harold the 1942 season were: Budd, the Graduate Manager and Coach Maury McMains went from an informal schedule of six City College of New York, Cornell games and a small squad in 1941, to a squad of University, Dartmouth College, Drexel 62 players, playing eight games in 1942. Of the eight games played, four were won and four were Institute of Technology, Harvard lost. Wins over Lehigh, Lafayette, Navy B and University, Hobart College, Johns Duke were registered while losses to Penn, Hopkins University, Lafayette College, Rutgers, Swarthmore and Penn State were all by Loyola College, University of close scores. Maryland, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Penn State College, The outstanding game was the loss by 4-3 to University of Pennsylvania, Princeton Swarthmore in a driving rain and the win over University, Rutgers University, Stevens Duke which created enough interest to bring out Institute of Technology, Swathmore a crowd of 2,000. Outstanding throughout the season was the play of former St. Paul's School College, Syracuse University, Union star Marshall Austin who was the high scorer in College, United States Military the section with 36 goals and Bob Smith, former Academy, United States Naval McDonough School player, also, John Pratt, play- Academy and Yale University. ing his first year of lacrosse at goal turned in an unusually good performance.

By: Avery Blake, Lacrosse in the Pennsylvania Section

1942 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER 1942 Season Record: 4-4 Archie Acerno Harry Mehrer Pennsylvania . .L . . . .5-9 Albert Andruscavage John Pratt Marshall Austin (Capt.) Jack Pyper Swarthmore . .L . . . .3-4 Harry Broadbent Clair H. Raynor Rutgers ...... L . . .4-12 Bill Craig Balford Smith Lafayette . . . .W . . . . 8-6 Ray Greene Craig Smith Duke ...... W . . .10-6 Hal Harting Ronald Yeakle Lehigh ...... W . . .12-5 George Krumm William Spare (Mgr.) Penn State . . .L . . . .3-6 Paul Lott Navy “B” . . . .W . . . .5-2 Bob Mason Head Coach Maury McMains 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:15 PM Page 12

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1942 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

Playing its first season of regularly scheduled competition, the Drexel lacrosse team, was born with a bang. Hampered by short practice, the unfamiliarity of the sport, and the usual grade difficulties, the boys pulled through a tough series in creditable fashion.

Last year lacrosse was first seen at Drexel when Ran Coleman and some other boys who knew the game tried to institute it here. It took root with remarkable speed; a year later the neophyte lacrossers were playing a full schedule of big-time college teams.

The season started against Penn, the first game most of the boys ever played. After building up a 4-1 lead in the first ten minutes, the brevity of two weeks of practice showed up in poor condition. The score was 9-5 at the end.

Swarthmore was next to tangle with a scrapping crew of Dragons. This was the season’s dirtiest game - our field was a morass under a constant driving rain. Although we outplayed them for most of the game, the State Champs won, 4-3.

A trip to Rutgers followed. Here the Drexel boys, playing way out of their class, came out on the short end of the score. Next came a jaunt to Annapolis to meet a strong Navy “B” team. The weekend started out ideally as the squad turned up its first win, 5-2. Saturday night and Sunday at the Academy rounded out a perfect trip for the boys.

xel Lax F As the Lexerd wrote of the 1942 Season: “Playing its first season of re ac D t regularly scheduled competition, the Drexel lacrosse team, was born with a bang...The turnout for the squad and the reaction to the new sport indicate it is here to stay. It’s rough and fast - a thrill to watch. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:15 PM Page 13

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First Person: The 1940s Memories from Ted Schwab, ‘50

My memories of my Drexel lacrosse years are dominated by the words and actions of our coach, Herman Epstein. Eppy, as he affectionately known, was a superb teacher of the game, and he excelled in developing a competitive team from a collection of willing but unskilled athletes.

In my first year at Drexel (1948), our lacrosse team was blessed with an All- American goalie, Andy Andrews. The team lacked skill in most facets of offense and defense, but Andrews kept us competitive in most games that year.

Unfortunately, Andy graduated, and Eppy had to find and develop another goalie. The task provided to be very difficult as numerous candidates tried but failed to qualify as the last bulwark of the defense.

Ep sent hours working with our goalies, drilling into them the techniques of stopping high and low shots, directing the defense, clearing the ball, etc. But after one particularly disheartening practice session with a goalie that shall remain nameless, Eppy became exasperated with the inability of the fellow to stop any shots; high, low, fast or slow. Finally, Eppy shouted, "Nameless, get out of the goal. I'm going to hang a wet jock strap up there, and it will stop a lot more shots than you can."

Memories from Morton Levin, '48

"Training Week" was held at the Drexel Lodge before the season started. Breakfast and lunch were buffet style, so I could choose what I wanted and "could" eat. Dinner was served by a waiter. No choice, except I asked to just have the vegetables. I observe Jewish dietary rules-no meat. On the second night the chef comes out upset, "Who's not eating what I cook?" Embarrassed, I said "Me." "Why?" "Jewish dietary law." He looked at me and said, "Why didn't' you tell me-I'll cook whatever you like." And he did.

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Drexel fielded a fine lacrosse team in 1943 with Balford Smith as Team Captain. There is no record of the game scores, but we do know that star midfielder Ray Greene was named to the First Team All-American squad and a record six players were selected for the Penn-Del League teams.

Throughout the season, World War II was dominant in everyone’s mind. Early in 1943, the War Manpower Commission cancelled all deferments for men under age 26. During that spring and summer, most of the lacrosse players and large numbers of Drexel students reported for military service.

Changes occurred everywhere at Drexel. Varsity sports were suspended for the 1944 and 1945 seasons. For the remaining students on campus, intramural sports were promoted for their physical fitness benefits. The War Department established an Army Services Training Program at Drexel for officer candidates, and this later became the ROTC program. Under this program, a mile long obstacle course was built starting at the football field at 46th Street and Haverford Avenue. It was famous for its rope climb over a 12-foot wall.

Ray Greene was Drexel’s first All-American, earning First Team 1946 Season Record: 0-6 Honors in 1943. After the 1943 season, Ray reported for military service and when the war ended, he resumed his Princeton . . . .L . . .2-15 lacrosse career at Johns Hopkins University. Swarthmore . .L . . .3-11 C.C.N.Y . . . . .L . . . . 6-9 1943 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER Lower Merion .L . . . .2-7 Rutgers ...... L . . . .4-6 Balford Smith (Captain) Heston Stevens Inst. . .L . . . .6-8 Archie Acierno George Hill Marshall Austin Michaux Bell Pickering After a two-year hiatus during the Coincil John Pratt height of WW II, Dragon lacrosse Cook Jack Pyper began again in 1946. Coach Bill Craig Richards Maury McMains soon realized that William Dickinson Rosoto his squad would be few in num- Samuel Evans Ronald Yeakle bers. Fortunately, there were a handful of players returning from Wayne Gershen the 1943 team, but star Ray Ray Greene Head Coach Maury McMains Greene had decided to stay in Baltimore after his military service. George Hill and John Pratt were el Lax the most experienced players, ex Fa r c D t World War II stalled the Drexel Lacrosse program, having both been named to the and the Dragons did not field a squad for the Penn-Del League teams in 1943. 1944 and 1945 seasons. Also, Andy Andrews, destined for All-American status in 1947 and 1948, was becoming a defensive standout in the goal. 1946 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER The 1946 team played a reduced schedule of six games, and while Clarence Andrews Rob Logue competitive, they could not man- Albert Andruscavase John Pratt age a victory. Most important, William Dickinson Robert Reynolds however, this small squad with Samuel Evans Don Schutz great determination and a love for the game reestablished the Drexel Ken Goebel Walter Scott Dragon lacrosse tradition and the William Hague victories came in the years that George Hill Head Coach Maury McMains followed. Rob Johnson 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:15 PM Page 15

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1947 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Archangelo Acierno Philip Schneider Clarence Andrews (Capt.) Donald Schutz William Dickinson Walter Scott, Jr. George Frink Craig Smith Kenneth Groebel Edgar Stier Wlifred Hensel Perley Webster, Jr. George Hill, Jr. Thomas Young, Jr. Thomas Jarvis Philip Egan (Mgr.) Morton Levin Walter Mocey John Pyper Head Coach Marshall Austin

1947 Season Record: 0-13-1

Howard ...... L . . .1-14 Syracuse . . . . .L . . .2-10 Renssalaer . . . .L . . . 0-21 l Lax M.I.T...... L . . .1-12 xe Fa During his single season as head coach, re c C.C.N.Y . . . . .L . . . 4-16 Marshall Austin produced a North-South D t Game player, an All-American Honorable Johns Hopkins L . . .1-25 Mention and two players with Penn-Del Virginia ...... L . . . . 2-7 League recognition. Stevens Inst. . .L . . . 3-10 West Chester . .T . . . . 3-3 Swarthmore . .L . . . .2-9 Penn State . . .L . . . .2-8 Lehigh ...... L . . . .2-7 Rutgers ...... L . . . 2-13 Pennsylvania . .L . . . .4-6 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:15 PM Page 16

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1947 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

In his first year as lacrosse coach, Marshall Austin went about the hard and thankless task of building a team almost from scratch. Forty-eight boys reported to him the first day, and during the spring vacation, he took twenty-six men out to Drexel Lodge for a week of pre-season practice.

Engaging in the most grueling 14-game schedule to ever appear on the program of the athletic department, the men of the lacrosse team deserve a great deal of credit for their persistent enthusiasm. Such stal- wart lacrosse- conscious schools as Penn State, University of Pennsylvania, Syracuse and Harvard appeared on the schedule and certainly left lasting impressions with the fans.

Handy Andy Andrews was captain - and a superb goaltender. Twenty, thirty, forty and even fifty saves a game were not uncommon for this coach’s dream. Jack Pyper and Walt Mocey played exceptionally fine defensive games, while Craig “Jeep” Smith literally handled the midfield singlehanded. Perley Webster, Phil Schneider and George Brown Hill took care of the attack. “Brownie” Hill, D.I.T.’s six-foot, seven-inch giant, was sidelined in the second game of the season against the Saltine Warriors from Syracuse, and his absence was sorely felt throughout the remainder of the season. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:15 PM Page 17

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1948 Season Record: 2-5

Yale ...... L ...... 4-9 Penn State ...... L . . . .4-15 C.C.N.Y ...... L . . . . .4-5 Lehigh ...... L . . . .2-10 Pennsylvania ...... W . . . . .5-4 Swarthmore ...... L . . . . . 4-9 Franklin & Marshall . . . .W . . . .17-4

The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1948 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

Under the dynamic coaching of Herman Epstein, the Dragons fielded their most aggressive and well-drilled team in Drexel's Lacrosse history. "Ep," considered the foremost lacrosse fundamentalist in the country, put a new system of lacrosse into operation. Short passing, pickoffs, brushes, and speed are the keynotes of this system.

The entire team was built around Clarence Andrews, All-American last year. Andy, the goalkeeper and captain of this year's team, donned his uniform for the last time for the Blue and Gold. Also making his final appearance for Drexel this year was stellar defenseman Mort Levin. Because of the outstanding play of these two men, the defensive play of the team reached a new high.

Offensively, the team was sparked by the aggressive play of Walt Scott, John Westing, Ted Schwab and Ed Stier. Other men aiding greatly in the realization of the best lacrosse season in recent years were Tucker Young, Ray Wagner, Bill Huster and Tom Jenkins.

1948 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Clarence Andrews (Capt.) Walter Scott Edward Brewer Edgar Stier Edward Gilvey Ray Wagner William Hainmerma John Westing William Huster Thomas Young Edward Kockey Zakar Zakarian Morton Levin Carl Degler (Mgr.) Charles Pascola Theodore Schwab Head Coach Herman Epstein 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:15 PM Page 18

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First Person: The 1940s Memories from Ed Gilvey, '49

When lacrosse was reactivated after the War, Marsh Austin was the coach for one year. Then Eppy became the perennial coach. I remember him the most because he always got mad at me for my mistakes. Nevertheless, I enjoyed him and the sport. I respected him for his leadership abilities as I did Marsh Austin.

Memories from Archie Acierno, ‘42 (Archie Acierno supplied the following document as part of his personal memory of Drexel Lacrosse).

Lacrosse at Drexel Tech - 1942 The ball is put in play by a "face-off" in the center of the field; and then is propelled toward the opponent's goal by carrying, batting or kicking. When the ball goes out of bounds on the sideline, it goes to the team opposite the team that last touched it. When the ball goes out of any part of the end line, it goes to the man nearest the ball when it crosses the line. In case they both reach the line together, a "face-off" takes place. No attack man is allowed in the crease, the 12' by 18' rectangle around the goal. If a goal is scored while a man is in the crease, it does not count.

Fouls are divided into two classes as follows:

TECHNICAL: penalty, loss of ball to opponents or suspension from the game for one minute.

1. Interference with an opponent unless within 10 feet of the ball, or if playing the man with the ball. 2. Touch ball with hand or take part in play after having dropped the crosse (stick). 3. Throwing crosse at player or ball. 4. Move from position after whistle stopped play. 5. Go into opponent's goal crease, or interference with goalie until he is out of the crease. 6. Hold crosse in cross-check position on opponent. 7. Charge into an opponent after he has thrown the ball. 8. Be guilty of stalling or delay of game. 9. Check opponent's crosse unless contending for ball. 10. Violate off-side rule (must have at least 3 players exclusive of the goalie on each side of the center line at all times, even with a man out for a penalty). 11. Flick crosse in face or against body of opponent with ball.

PERSONAL: penalty, suspension from 1 to 3 minutes.

1. Hold opponent or his stick. 2. Trip, push, shoulder or clip an opponent from behind. 3. Kneel or drop in front of an opponent. 4. Use obscene language or unnecessary roughness. 5. Illegal body check (leave feet, hit below knees or from behind). 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:15 PM Page 20

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1949 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Dick Blessing Walter Scott, Jr. Edward Brewer Edgar H. Steir William Gallagher William Taylor P. William Huster Ray Wagner Edward Kockey John Westing Charles Pascale Fred Yahrling Thomas Price Herbert Archdeacon (Mgr.) Zakar Zakarian Theodore Schwab Head Coach Herman Epstein

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1949 Season Record: 5-2

Delaware ...... W . . 12-3 In the original Native American games of West Chester ...... W . . 11-2 lacrosse, the ball was carried in the pocket of a small stick. There was no passing of the Swarthmore ...... L . . 8-14 ball or touching of the ball with the hand. Pennsylvania ...... L . 10-15 The object was to attack the player who was Lafayette ...... W . .11-4 carrying the ball and to dislodge it by any Franklin & Marshall . . . .W . . .7-2 means possible. C.C.N.Y ...... W . . 11-4 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:15 PM Page 21

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1949 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

With half the season over, the DIT stickmen were well on their way to their most successful campaign since the end of the war. After losing the opening game to Mt. Washington, National Open Lacrosse champions of 1948, they trounced Delaware and West Chester and then lost a heart-breaker to Swarthmore after leading throughout most of the game.

Coach Epstein's painstakingly drilled theory of sound fundamentals paid off in well-deserved victories. The Epmen functioned with machine-like precision - the excellent team spirit and morale was clearly evident to all spectators. It would be unfair to single out any individual as the star, because the scoring was evenly distributed, with versatile Ed Stier out in front, and for the defense, the unsung heroes were all worthy of recognition.

The combination that saw most action during the season included Brewer, Huster, Pascale, Schwab, Scott, Stier, Wagner, Westing, Young and Zakarian, with Bigatel, Blessing, Corbet, Gallagher, Gilvery, Kockey, Kolongowski, Mytinger, Price, Pritts, Taylor and Yahrling proving capa- ble replacement.

Graduating from this year's team will be John Westing and Charles Pascale. Their outstanding play will be missed next season. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:15 PM Page 22

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First Person: The 1950s Memories from Roy Wagner ‘51

I was privileged to have played Baggataway under Herman Epstein for the first three years of his Drexel Tech career. His phraseologies were unique: "take short choppy steps; what you need is a good physic so you can run faster, etc."

I did not play in '51, my last year of eligibility, due to preparing to be called back into the Navy for the Korean War and also wedding plans were in progress. When Eppy learned this, he said, "I was going to make you an All- American," (that would have taken a minor miracle).

When socializing in the Great Court with the co-eds, Eppy would come over to interrupt by outlining in great detail what to work on in practice; he was intense.

I remember the first time we played at the CCNY field in upper Manhattan. We were a bit overconfident thinking that we suburban types thought were naturally more talented than the big city guys. They gave us a lesson in stickwork, hustle and moxie. They also had a home field advantage. Lewisholm Stadium was small and the baseball diamond, with its pitcher's mound, was part of the lacrosse field. I'll never forget our defenseman, Fred Yahrling, running down the field on a clear and looking for someone to pass to and-you guessed it-and the pitcher's mound sent him head over teacups. Now, every time I hear the expression about a level playing the field, I remember that day at CCNY. After the game, Ed Stier introduced us to the German-American Club on 3rd Avenue for a bit of Gemutilichneit and draft beer.

Memories from Jack Boyle, '57

Eppy assisted in coaching football in addition to lacrosse. His most quoted remark was "Take short choppy steps". Based on his "brow", team members would remark that he should take off his baseball cap. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:15 PM Page 23

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Memories from Carl Fugmann, '54

Coach Epstein always taught us that when you and a teammate were going after a loose ball against one opponent, one man was to yell, "I'll take the man!" (to block him out) and the other was to yell, "I'll take the ball!"

Well, in one game, "Odd" Adams, who was a big Drexel defenseman, and I were going after a loose ball against a big opposing defenseman. Since I got there first, I yelled, "I've got the man!" and Odd yelled, "I've got the ball!" Try as he might, Odd could not pick up the ball and try as I might, I could not block this big guy out. This scenario happened 3 or 4 times with me bounc- ing off this defenseman and Odd getting more and more frustrated trying to pick up the ball.

Finally, Odd stopped and yelled, "G-d-it, Fugmann! I'll take the man and you take the ball!" Whereupon, he proceeded to knock this big guy down and I cleanly picked up the ball. I still remember running down the field laughing at the sight of what the two of us had just done. Our teammates thought it was hilarious!

This memory of mine is to pay tribute to Herman Epstein (Eppy) who recruited me from Baltimore and coached me from 1950-1954. He was one of the toughest, smartest coaches I had ever had and he literally taught me how to play midfield and score (I played defense in high school).

By the time I was a senior, I was voted captain of the team and thought I was pretty hot stuff. I got really full of myself until one day at practice, in front of the whole team, Eppy took my captaincy away from me because he said I did not lead by example, and he made me do double the exercises everyone else had to do. He made me so mad, I swore I would show him, and the only way I could do that was to take it out on our opponents. To my surprise, he reinstated me as captain just prior to the faceoff of the next game. It was an 8-3 win over Lehigh, and I had scored five of the eight goals. Trouble was, every time I scored, he turned his back as if he hadn’t seen it and that infuri- ated me even more. As we walked off the field that day, he came up to me so no one else could hear and said, “Now that’s the way to play lacrosse!”

After I graduated and got drafted into the Army, I had matured to the point that I began to realize just how much he had done for me both in lacrosse and as a person. From an Army camp in Georgia, I wrote him a long letter thanking him for putting up with me and teaching me about responsibility during the four years he influenced my life.

The last time I heard from Eppy was when he wrote back to me and told me that the greatest thrill he got out of coaching was one of his “boys” wrote to thank him for what they had learned from him. I will never forget him.... 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:15 PM Page 24

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1950 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows: Tom Young With Coach Herman Epstein at the helm for the third consecutive year, Drexel launched what should be its most successful lacrosse team since 1950 Season Record: 5-2 before the war. West Chester ...... W . .18-3 As we went to press, the Dragon squad, led by co-captains Ed Stier and Delaware ...... W . .12-5 Ted Schwab, had defeated their first two opponents, West Chester and Delaware, by scores of 18-3 and 12-5. Swarthmore ...... L . . . 5-12 Lafayette ...... W . . 19-2 Veteran attackmen Roy Wagner, Walt Scott and John Westing displayed C.C.N.Y ...... L . . . 8-10 their scoring ability in these initial contests while Bull Huster, Charlie Franklin & Marshalll . . .W . . 21-2 Pascale, and Zak Zakarian aided goalie Howard Smith in making the Dragon goal an uncomfortable spot for opposing teams. Ted Schwaab, Pennsylvania ...... W . . . 9-1 Ed Stier and Dick Young, a welcome newcomer to the team, formed a fine midfield combination.

Fred Yahrling, Tom Price and Tucker Young helped make the squad great by their steady and reliable reserve strength. For the first time since he began coaching at Drexel, "Uncle Herman" had enough substi- tutes. These men who will form the nucleus for Eppie's future teams were: George Pritts, Paul Corbett, Ed Kochey, Bill Gallagher, Odd Adams, Ed Brewer and Bill Slim.

Spectator interest in lacrosse has picked up this year, and this sport in which Drexel can compete on even terms with the best in the country, is slated for an even greater rise in popularity next year.

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Fred Yahrling

Zak Zakarian

1950 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Paul Corbett Roy Wagner William Gallagher John Westing William Huster Fred Yahrling Edward Kochey Richard Young Charles Pascale Thomas Young Thomas Price Zakar Zakarian George Pritts William Simon (Mgr.) Theodore Schwaab Walter Scott Howard Smith Head Coach Herman Epstein Edgar Stier 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:15 PM Page 26

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1951 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Evans Adams Theodore Schwab Basil Barno Fred Yahrling Edward Brewer Richard Young William Gallagher Zakar Zakarian Thomas Kolongowski William Simon (Mgr.) Edward Musuras Dale Poe Head Coach Herman Epstein George Pritts

1951 Season Record: 5-3

West Chester ...... W . . . . . 9-0 Lehigh ...... L ...... 7-9 Franklin & Marshall . . .W . . . . 13-1 Western Maryland . . . .W . . . . 15-3 Delaware ...... W . . . . . 4-3 Lafayette ...... W . . . . 20-6 Swarthmore ...... L . . . . .7-12 Pennsylvania ...... L ...... 5-8 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:15 PM Page 27

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1951 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

Although hampered by the fact that only 13 of the previous season's 42- man squad returned for the 1951 year, the Epmen turned in a commendable performance.

Coach Herman Epstein, considering the facts that he was also shorthanded because freshmen were unable to be used in competition, worked the team all the harder to have them in the peak of condition.

Captain Ted Schwaab led the team in scoring. Rookie Basil Barno turned in a commendable performance. Other members of the team included Poe, Yarhling, Pritts, Young, Zakarian, Adams, Masuras, Gallagher, Brewer, Capozzi, Kolongowski, Kolscher and Shaughnessey.

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1952 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

With many promising players up from last year's freshman team, the varsity hopes for a successful season were unquestionably fulfilled. Although handicapped in previous years by a lack of reserves, Herman Epstein's teams have never been lacking in hustle, spirit or victories. This year's squad had an abundance of all four.

Captain Dick Young led the attack, supported by Barno, Poe, Fugmann, Pritts, Loweree, Nuemann, Clift and Calabrese. Aiding the goalies, Smith and Gallagher, were defensemen Yahrling, Adams, Masuras, Shaughnessey, Wise, Campbell and Peetros.

1952 Season Record: 5-2

Western Maryland . .W . . .10-3 Dickinson ...... W . . . 13-1 Baltimore ...... W . . . 10-9 Delaware ...... W . . . 12-4 Pennsylvania ...... L . . . .3-8 Swarthmore ...... L . .15-18 Lehigh ...... W . . . 11-5

1952 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Evan Adams George Pritts Basil Barno Howard Smith Carl Fugmann William Shaughnessy William Gallagher Richard Young (Capt.) Walton Loweree Fred Yahrling Edward Musuras Joseph Miorelli (Mgr.) Edwin Neuman Theodore Peetros Head Coach Herman Epstein Dale Poe 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:15 PM Page 29

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1953 Season Record: 4-4

Lehigh ...... L . . . .5-7 Dickinson ...... W . . . .14-3 Baltimore ...... L . . . .6-8 Delaware ...... W . . .15-1 Western Maryland . . .W . . .19-8 Swarthmore ...... L . . .9-18 Pennsylvania ...... L . . . 9-10 C.C.N.Y...... W . . . 20-3

1953 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Evan Adams Edward Musuras (Capt.) Sam Altman Edwin Newman Basil Barno Theodore Peetros Frank Calabrese Dale Poe James Clift William Shaughnessey Carl Fugmann Rutger Van Zanten Thomas Grebis William Wilkinson Matthew Gruen Ross Wise James Henry Richard Young (Capt.) Howard Kolscher Walton Loweree Head Coach Herman Epstein 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 31

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First Person: The 1950s Memories from Ed Neuman, '54

December 30th, 1953 was the date; the place was Cooley Stadium in West Palm Beach, Florida and the event was the 3rd "Coconut Bowl" game. Better known as the North-South game or Rebel-Yankee.

Three of us on the team were from Drexel; Carl Fugmann, Bill Shaughnessy, and me. The head coach that year was Herman Epstein (Eppy).

I don't remember the score but I know we had a great time and we played in front of a crowd, most of whom had never seen a lacrosse game in their lives.

After the game many of us exchanged our school logo T-shirts with an opposing player. I had my Johns Hopkins AA shirt for many years, until my wife finally used it as a cleaning rag.

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1953 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows: The Native American lacrosse players in the Carolinas were With three games under their belt, Coach Herman Epstein's stickmen famous for using two sticks. One look forward to another successful season. Hampered by the ineligibili- stick was used to carry the ball, ty of All-American midfielder Dick Young, the team dropped its first two and the stick in the other hand was games to Philadelphia Lacrosse Club and Lehigh. The Dickinson Red used either to clamp the ball in Devils became the first victim of the Dragons by the score of 14-3. place or to fend off attackers.

Spearheading the offense in these first three games were midfielders Bud Loweree, Carl Fugmann and co-captain Ed Musuras, and attackmen Wimp Poe, Basil Barno and Ed Neuman. The defense was help up through the combined efforts of Odd Adams, Ted Peetros, Bill Shaughnessey and goalies Bunk Kolscher and Bud Wilkenson.

Reserve midfielders Ross Wise, Frank Calabrese, and Jim Clift saw plenty of action as did attackmen Sam Altman, Tom Grebis and defensemen Rutger Van Zanten, and Jim Henry.

The Indians are out to avenge last year's defeats to Penn and Swarthmore and to duplicate their upset of Baltimore University. Dale Poe Special note should be given to the fact that out of 19 goals Drexel scored in the first two league games, Poe, Loweree and Fugmann accounted for 16.

Co-captain Dick Young will be able to help them only against non- league rivals, Baltimore U. and C.C.N.Y. With this incentive and the hustle, spirit and fight of a typical Epstein club, a winning year seems inevitable. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 32

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1954 Season Record: 6-3

Dickinson ...... W . . . . 10-4 Baltimore ...... L . . . . .7-9 Swarthmore ...... L . . . .6-13 Pennsylvania . . . . .L . . . 11-12 Lafayette ...... W . . . . 19-3 Delaware ...... W . . . . .8-4 Lehigh ...... W . . . . 11-3 Washington & Lee .W . . . . . 5-3 C.C.N.Y...... W . . . . 11-3 The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1954 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

Hopes of a successful season are still prominent as Coach Herman Epstein's lacrossemen approach the second half of their rugged schedule. Ineligibility of players finds the Dragons with a 1-2 record to date. Captain Carl Fugmann is facing-off for the Dragons with Ross Wise and Frank Calabrese backing him up. Eddie Newman and Tommy Grebis act as feeders while Frank Arnold holds down the crease

Goalie Bud Wilkenson directs the defense of Bill Shaughnessey, Jim Henry and Ruther Van Zanten. Reserve attackers include Ed Laguna, Ray Craig and Vince Guercio; midfielders Bob McKee and Eddie Moore; defensemen Tom Wonderly and Dick Michel and goalie Ted Rubin. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 33

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1954 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Frank Arnold Edward Moore Frank Calabrese Edwin Neuman Ray Craig Randolph Palmer William Daknis George Piper Carl Fugmann Theodore Rubin Thomas Grebis William Shaughnessey Vincent Guercio Rutger Van Zanten James Henry William J. Wilkinson Edward J. Laguna Ross Wise Robert McKee Richard Michel Head Coach Herman Epstein

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First Person: The 1950s Memories from Dick Young, '54

Herman Epstein was the ultimate lacrosse coach particularly when one con- siders the era of the 1950-60's where the Drexel teams previous lacrosse experience was often limited to a few players from the Baltimore area. "Eppy" had the desire and dedication to mold individuals to competitively participate against area colleges with greater numbers of talented players. His ability to teach fundamentals made players at all levels considerably better. Eppy's conditioning techniques were legendary, and after several hours of continuous running at practice, playing 60 minutes of midfield during a game seemed almost normal. Everyone was taught equality, reasonable conduct, and sportsmanship. Actions including yelling, insults, and demonstrations were strictly limited to the head coach. For example Eppy observed one of the players smoking at school, their eyes met and the player ran an extra mile before practice without any further discussion. Further watching Eppy swing- ing his lacrosse stick while chasing a slow moving player during practice was a very effective way to get his message across to the rest of the team. Perhaps this is why practices never seemed dull or drudgery except for the wind sprints at the end of the day!

Eppy was ever the professional coach and full of surprises, as evidenced by the first game of the season in 1951 with a 9-0 win at home on a sunny Saturday against West Chester. He declared we had played sloppily and declared an immediate scrimmage meaning friends, family and others would have to wait at least an hour until practice was over.

Another memorable game also occurred in 1951 against a highly rated Delaware team played on their lovely campus surrounded by beautiful homes at Newark, Delaware. They had an outstanding attackman who at 6 foot 5 inches and 225 pounds was averaging more than four goals a game. Eppy suggested we find some way to stop him from coming from the back of the goal and scoring. We had at least 2 and usually 3 Drexel players shift to knock him down holding him to one goal for the game. The game was tied 3-3 midway through the 4th quarter, Drexel had used all their timeouts, and the tide was clearly turning in Delaware's favor. Suddenly a gentleman appeared from a nearby home, talked with the referees and asked that the game be stopped for a few minutes to accommodate the funeral procession. We immediately sank to the ground, rested, and scored the winning goal upon resumption of the game. A number of the team later commented that maybe this was a providential win for Eppy.

Herman Epstein away from the lacrosse field, and particularly around his wife Mary, was the consummate gentleman as experienced on a visit to their Eastern Shore of Maryland home. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 35

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Memories from Bill Thayer, ‘59

I'll never forget Coach Epstein's instructions for a close-in defense. He said that he didn't mind an opponent scoring a well earned goal. He did object to seeing the opponent still standing after the goal was scored. He was not in any way suggesting a late hit. His point was that defense needed to be main- tained sufficiently close to be able to take down any opponent who was in the act of shooting. The opponent had to know that there was a price to be paid. If you were not in close contact with your opponent, Eppy called you a "stick waver."

I have since thought that it was a pretty good life lesson to know that, for things that are important, one needs to be very close to the center of the action in order to have positive effect. Otherwise you are just a "stick waver."

When your defensive play was not up to his standard, Coach Epstein would shout the dreaded words "gimme your stick." Eppy would then demonstrate the proper technique with rapid thrusts to your arms and ribs. What a help- less feeling to be worked over with your own stick! The points were certainly driven home. After the demonstration, he would toss the stick back to you saying "now show me that you can do something." Of course you would fail to catch the spinning stick so your ineptness would be compounded as you picked the stick up off the ground and tried to regain a little confidence.

Coach Epstein had a soft side that was much different from his "on field per- sonality." He would do anything to help his boys. He often arranged day jobs such as painting, yard work, etc. so that players could earn a few dollars. For a while, he gave me lacrosse sticks to be repaired. These sticks of wood, rawhide and catgut frequently needed pocket maintenance. After a few weeks of soaking sticks in a bucket of water to soften the catgut, the guys at the TEKE house told me to get that stinking mess moving along.

When it came to coaching lacrosse, Coach Epstein had a depth of knowledge and the will to have his players do well that ranked among the very best. He continuously emphasized fundamentals. When you saw him heading in your direction, you knew that fundamental mistake had been made. When he came your way and he was biting his tongue, it was going to be a long afternoon. I regret that I never properly thanked him for everything. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 36

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1955 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Raymond Craig Richard Michel Richard Davis Randolph Palmer Joseph DelVecchio George Piper James Hart H.William Schuette James Henry Richard Schwefler Edward Laguna Ross Wise Joseph McCall Robert McKee Head Coach Herman Epstein

1955 Season Record: 3-5

Baltimore . . . .L . . . 6-16 Pennsylvania . .L . .10-15 Swarthmore . .L Lafayette . . . .W . .14-12 Dickinson . . . .L . . . .5-7 Lehigh ...... W . . . 11-3 Delaware . . . .W . . .10-6 C.C.N.Y . . . . .L . . . 6-12 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 37

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1955 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

The Montreal Gazette in 1834 1955 for the Lacrosse squad has been mainly a year of building for the reported on an Indian future, one of gaining experience and grooming promising freshmen. Lacrosse demonstration at the The squad began the season with only a few experienced men and St. Pierre Racecourse field. practically no bench; however, Coach Epstein with his usual persistence This organized event is consid- has made a totally new team out of the little raw material he started ered the beginning of modern with. lacrosse. The Gazette commented, “lacrosse is a very Led the captains Jim Henry and Ross Wise, the stickmen played the athletic event.” brand of ball for which Drexel has always been noted; one of sound fundamentals and plenty of running. The defense with such stalwarts as Jim Henry, Randy Palmer, Jim Hart and Joe Del Vecchio, were fast and sse F ro ac rough on the opposition. ac t L The scoring attack has been composed of feeder Ace Sweffler, Bill Schuette and crease man Ray Craig.

Never much of a sport to attract spectators, the team achieved its pub- licity high point this year when it scrimmaged Army, one of, if not the top teams in the nation. The scrimmage landed space in all papers and on television.

Most of the team will be back next year, and with a good group of freshmen coming up, 1956 shapes up as a banner year for the Lacrosse men. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 38

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1956 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

Drexel's 1956 Lacrosse Team started the season by winning three games in a row. The spirited stickmen defeated Swarthmore, Dickinson and Penn before dropping a close game to Washington College. However, injuries started taking their toll and greatly hampered the Dragon attack. Captain Ray Craig was lost because of a leg injury, and defenseman Joe DelVecchio was plagued by a badly separated shoulder. Nevertheless, the Dragons were led on a victory by the spirited play of Thayer, Arnold, Schuette and Roman. The aggressive defensive play of Palmer, DelVecchio, Michel and goalie Vincent also paved the way to many a Drexel victory and, as usual, Coach Epstein had another winning season. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 39

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1956 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

William Arndt Stanley Roman Frank Arnold William Rowe Richard Davis Edwin Scholl, Jr. Joseph DelVecchio H. William Schuette Steve Kelva William Thayer Milton Lang Charles Vincent Richard Michel John Moore Henry Milligan Randolph Palmer Head Coach Herman Epstein Fred Quester

Charlie Vincent

1956 Season Record: 7-2

Baltimore ...... L . . .5-16 Swarthmore ...... W . . . . 9-5 Dickinson ...... W . . .10-3 Pennsylvania ...... W . . . . .5-4 Washington College . . .L . . .4-19 Lehigh ...... W . . . . 8-1 Delaware ...... W . . . .9-5 C.C.N.Y...... W . . . . 9-6 Lafayette ...... W . .20-10 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 40

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1957 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

Blessed with a large crop of lettermen, Coach Herman Epstein led his lacrosse team through another successful season despite a rough 10- game schedule. Veterans Frank Arnold, Bill Thayer and Ed Moore, together with newcomer Al Rosenstein, paced the attack. Rounding out the offense were Bill Rowe, Ray Craig, Bill Miller, Henry Milligan, and Tony Spadaccini.

The defense was well fortified, with Joe DelVecchio, George Piper, Rutger Van Zanten, Steve Kleva, Milt Lang and Dick Fitch showing the way. The goalie net was manned by Charlie Vincent.

1957 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Frank Arnold (Capt.) Alan Rosenstein Raymond Craig William Rowe Richard Davis Robert Schuette Joseph DelVecchio (Capt.) Anthony Spadaccini Richard Fitch William Thayer Steve Kelva Charles Vincent Milton Lang Rutger Van Zanten William Miller William Criswell (Mgr.) Henry Milligan Arnie Schamban (Mgr.) John Moore George Piper Head Coach Herman Epstein Howard Rockman 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 41

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Joe Del Vecchio sse F ro ac ac t L In 1884, the first American Lacrosse Team embarked by ship to play the best teams in England and Ireland.

1957 Season Record: 6-3

C.C.N.Y ...... W . .13-7 Dickinson ...... W . .10-2 Baltimore ...... L . . .5-14 Swarthmore ...... L . . .5-8 Lehigh ...... W . . 20-0 Delaware ...... W . . 16-4 Pennsylvania ...... W . .14-5 Washington College . .L . . .5-9 Lafayette ...... W . . 13-3 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 42

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First Person: The 1950s Memories from Bill Criswell, ‘59

The Bal'more Guys

When I played freshman lacrosse, we had Bill Noonberg, Bill Rowe, Bill Thayer, Bill Van Ess, and me. Five Bills from Baltimore, and I think all were left-handed. Frank Calabrese coached the freshman team, and Eppy gave input every chance he got.

Penn One game I remember when I was on the freshman lacrosse team was against the University of Pennsylvania. Drexel and Penn were hardened enemies when it came to lacrosse. Drexel goals came fast and often. The Penn goalie was under continuous attack as they were unable to clear the ball. I even got a goal and other members of the "Bal'more" gang scored many times.

Lafayette Freebee In 1958, we were playing Lafayette at their field, and I got in to play for a short time in the second half and we were beating them pretty good. Lafayette's goalie was trying to clear the ball from behind the goal, and he was under heavy ride pressure from one of our attackmen. He made a pass through the center of the field toward the defenseman that I was covering. The pass was way short and I ran to catch it. After catching the ball, I ran straight toward the unoccupied goal. As the goalie reached the side of the goal, I fired the shot into the empty goal for the score. The Drexel bench went wild, and we ended up beating Lafayette 16 to 8.

Close Call The year was 1958 and I was still playing second string attack. We were playing CCNY at home on Saturday afternoon. Eppy put me in since we were winning. I maneuvered against my defenseman and got a two step lead in front of the goal. As I reached to catch a feed from one of our midfielders, the CCNY defenseman realized he was in trouble. To correct his bad defensive position, he hit me smartly on the top of my helmet. My old leather helmet crushed down like a broken egg, and the ball passed through the face guard to break my glasses.

The next thing I remember was waking up and hearing the Frey brothers, who were the team trainers. The vision in my left eye was blurred so we went off to Presbyterian Hospital. The doctor told me that I had small cuts in my eye. He told me that he could operate to sew up the cuts that night or I could go home with a patch and come back on Monday. I was leaning toward Monday since I had a date on Saturday night. My teammates threatened to leave with my clothes so I had the procedure on Saturday. I have had no 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 43

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vision problems and whenever I have an eye exam, the doctor comments on the great repair job.

My time in the hospital was filled with many visitors including those who stored beer in the toilet bowl. The nurse had to establish a guest limit. I was told that Drexel beat CCNY 18 to 4, and I got the game ball.

Roman Times In 1957, we played City College of NY at their field. Upon entering the field, we could see that it was surrounded by a Roman Coliseum structure to form the stadium. The walls around the field were eight to ten feet high. It was easy to next imagine the entrance of the lions to devour the Christians. There was not a single blade of grass; just dirt and small stones. The crowning feature was a steel manhole cover in front of one goal which produced a clatter from our cleats. The manhole's location was in a perfect spot of our attackmen to set up their picks.

Memories from Alan Rosenstein, ‘59

Hills!-Will we ever forget running hills? Hills for squeezing the stick, hills for choking the stick, hills for not sliding your hands, hills for not coming to meet the ball, hills for not catching the ball, hills for not throwing the ball, hills for shooting, hills for not shooting and hills for being the dumbest player Eppy ever coached.

Eppy's Corral-Now son remember that we've got jackasses and racehorses. The jackasses fight for the loose ball and get it to a racehorse as soon as possible. They don't hold it, they don't run with it and they certainly don't shoot it. Now son, you are a jackass and there's nothing worse than a jackass that thinks he's a racehorse.

One More Play-Eppy liked to end practice with one more play to get it "right". As dinner time became night time, he would keep saying "Dammit son, one more play and do it right this time".

Private Conversation-Now son you are going down to Baltimore to play in the North-South Game and do your best. You'll do OK-I have made a ballplayer out of you. And we loved him for it. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 44

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sse F ro ac ac t L The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1958 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

In the spring, Drexel's stickmen pitch their teepees out at the field for It was reported in 1892 that another season of the old Indian game, Lacrosse. Bernard Quinn of Ottawa, Canada, made the longest Co-captain Bill Schuette will be directing the attack from his feeder spot lacrosse ball throw ever recorded. in the back of the goal. One of the veterans from last year's attack is Measurements showed that the big, hard-driving Bill Miller, who played at Penn State before coming to ball traveled 497 feet, 7.5 inches. Drexel.

Alternating between crease and field positions will be last year's high scorer, Al Rosenstein. The only member of last year's freshmen team to move on to the attack is Dave Van Dyke. Rounding out the attack is Bill Criswell.

Bill Thayer, who is a co-captain this year, is back at his center midfield position. Thayer, All-Penn-Del for two years, received All-American recognition for the '57 campaign.

Another veteran midfielder from last year is Bill Rowe, who is fighting for a starting post this year. He is big, fast and can sew up the opposition on defense. The last veteran returning to the midfield is Henry Milligan, who is one of the squad's fleetest men.

Returning from the Marine Corps is Nobby Dietz. An addition from last year's freshmen squad who should be prove to be quite a spark plug is Hank Grabowski. Another new man to the midfield is Henry Zimmerman, who was also on year's freshman squad.

The spectacular defense consists of Milt Lang, Steve Kieva, Dick Fitch, Steve Bell, Jack Gary and Bill Van Ess. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 45

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1958 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Steven Bell William Schutte (Capt.) Max Bosetti Anthony Spadaccini William Criswell William Thayer (Capt.) Allan Dietz David Van Dyke Richard Fitch William Van Ess Henry Grabowski Glenn Wood Steven Kleva Kenneth Zimmerman Milton Lang Henry Gambino (Mgr.) William Miller Edwin Kolongowski (Mgr.) Henry Milligan Alan Rosenstein Head Coach Herman Epstein William Rowe

1958 Season Record: 8-2

Stevens ...... W . .13-8 Dickinson ...... L . . .6-13 Bill Van Ess Lafayette ...... W . . .16-8 C.C.N.Y...... W . . 18-4 Lehigh ...... W . . 13-5 Delaware ...... W . . . 8-2 Pennsylvania ...... W . . . 6-1 Swarthmore ...... W . . 11-2 Washington College . . .L . . 7-16 Gettysburg ...... W . .16-6 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 46

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1959 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Steven Bell Alan Rosenstein (Capt.) Gary Braun Daniel Sonon Nicholas Falcone David Van Dyke Jack Geary Samuel Wilson Henry Grabowski Glenn Wood Eugene Hoak Stanley Wybranksi David Lundquist Kenneth Zimmerman Thomas O'Connor William Criswell (Mgr.) Ronald Ritter Howard Rockman Head Coach Herman Epstein

1959 Season Record: 6-3-1

Stevens ...... W . . . . . 7-4 Dickinson ...... W . . . . .8-2 Lafayette ...... W . . . . 17-5 C.C.N.Y ...... T . . .10-10 Delaware ...... W . . . .10-6 Lehigh ...... L . . . .4-16 Pennsylvania ...... W . . . . . 7-2 Gettysburg ...... W . . . .11-2 Swarthmore ...... L . . . . .-15 Washington College . . .L . . . . 6-12

Al Rosenstein scored the winning goal in the last seconds of the 1959 North-South game. Bill Thayer offers congratulations. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 47

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1959 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

Since Coach Herman Epstein arrived on the Drexel scene some 13 years ago, we have never had a losing season in lacrosse. This year's varsity is running true to form, winning their first two games quite con- vincingly behind the high scoring attack of Captain Al Rosenstein, veteran Dave Van Dyke and powerful sophomore Nick Falcone.

Dan Sonon, up from last year's freshman team, adds depth to the In 1904, the Johns Hopkins attack. University met the University of Maryland on the lacrosse field The midfield was heavily depleted by graduation and the loss of Nobby for the first time. The 100th Dietz through ineligibility. Last year's freshman team provided midfield anniversary game of this contin- talent in the persons of Sam Wilson and Gary Braun to mix in with vet- uing series was played in 2004. erans Hank Grabowski, Ken Zimmerman and Glenn Wood.

The defense, which is coached by the ever-popular Joe DelVecchio, is sse F ro ac very strong this year, manned by Jack Geary, Gene Hoak, Steve Bell ac t L and football captain Tom O'Connor. Relief for these bruisers is provided by Dave Lundquist and basketball forward Bruce Zimmerman. In addition to Dave Van Dyke, our national championship soccer team has provided fast-improving midfielder Stan Wybranski, and standout goalie Ron Ritter. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 48

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First Person: The 1950s Memories from Bill Schuette, ‘59

Most prevalent among my Drexel lacrosse memories are those associated with Coach Epstein. I remember one practice scrimmage when Eppy felt the need to comment upon midfielder Henry Milligan's performance on the field…"Milligan, midfielders are like horses. Some are race horses and some are jackasses and Milligan, you're a jackass!"

Another Eppy-ism occurred during a practice session when Eppy was intensely working with the defense (and those who played for Coach Epstein know what "intensely working with" means). Defenseman Steve Kleva strongly over-threw a pass and it traveled maybe 50 yards behind Eppy. As was the practice, Steve trotted down the field to retrieve the ball. Eppy continued working with the defense as Steve scooped-up the ball and tossed it back in a long arching trajectory toward the defense area. I watched as the ball hit Eppy square on the pate and bounced off. I waited for some reaction (as did Steve I am sure). Eppy never missed a beat as he continued to bark at the defense and never to my knowledge said a word to Steve about the incident.

I remember when another defenseman, Steve Bell (always an instigator), lit- up a cigar on the team bus as we were preparing to travel home after an away game. When Eppy boarded the bus, he became enraged with the smoking and severely dressed Steve down. I can't remember Steve ever lighting-up a stogie anywhere near Eppy again.

I remember one weekend during the Spring walking down 34th Street a little short on cash. I had just decided to skip supper to conserve my funds when I encountered Coach Epstein. After sizing-up the situation Eppy invited me up for a home-cooked meal in his bachelor apartment. I can't remember a thing we talked about, only the kindness he showed me. (In case you're wonder- ing, the meal was entirely edible).

Many memories too numerous to detail exist…here are a few. Playing Lehigh during my freshman season against a good friend with whom I graduated from Baltimore Polytechnic High School (he defense, I attack…a bruising reunion). Scoring my first goal as a varsity attackman against Swarthmore…I was finally a part of the team. A 2-on-1 fast break against Philadelphia Lacrosse Club with Al Rosenstein as the other half…the passing was as sharp as any I can recall…I made the final pass, Al the shot and a score. Being blind-sided by a Delaware defenseman and spending the night in a Philadelphia hospital with a jaw I couldn't move (Eppy brought me a basket of fruit I couldn't eat). The support and encouragement given by teammates when I messed the easy shot or did some other foolish thing during a game. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 49

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Co-captaining the 1958 team, co-coaching the 1959 freshman squad, referee- ing high school lacrosse games in 1959, all with Bill Thayer (we've stayed in contact to this time). Coming back to play in the 1964 alumnae game and realizing I was over the hill.

What a privilege it is to have played with and known the many teammates, coaches and trainers that for me are DrexeLacrosse.

Memories from Charles Vincent, ‘58

1. Prior to going into the Marine Corps, my roommate at the "Apple Pie" Fraternity was Dick Young. During a visit to a lacrosse game, in Dick's final year, the following incident occurred:

Dick made a rare mistake, and Eppy pulled him to chew him out. As Dick went to the bench, Eppy cut loose "XXXXX All-American, I sure as hell didn't vote for him." Of course, Dick was one of the great ones, and Eppy was so proud.

2. After a year of "JV" at Midfield, I went to Eppy in December, 1955 and asked if I could try the goal. As he had no other prospects, he started working with me during the first months of 1956. We worked out in the upstairs gym for several hours per week. Months of one on one were tough. Ray Craig wrote for the Triangle and used it to plead for goalie candidates. Between Ray and Eppy, I thought I should quit, but Eppy urged me to keep at it. Once during practice, he said "Charlie I bet you can't dance either." When the season began at Swarthmore, he made me the starting goalie. I know that he enjoyed our practice sessions more than I did. He got me raw without a lot of bad habits and taught me to play goal as he had played.

3. In the days after a game, he would come up to me in the crowded hallway and start explaining loudly how I should have done something differently in the last game (with appropriate motions and movements). My classmates would invariable ask me what that was all about. I assume that other players had the same experiences.

4. I loved Eppy, I thought that he was a wonderful coach and mentor. He always worked and prepared me before each game. When we played the “Big Guys,” as inexperienced as I was, I never felt intimidated.

Editor's Note: Charlie Vincent holds the Drexel Goaltender's Record with 30 saves versus Washington College in 1957. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 50

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First Person: The 1950s Memories from Dick Michel, ‘56

I remember Eppy sitting on Eddie Moore during a game. Eddie had thrown a ball to no one in particular and then he was hit and knocked over the sideline. Eppy sat on him to emphasize the "lesson."

I also remember Eppy yelling at me to win a wind sprint, and I did, running faster that I ever did in my life.

Memories from Bill Rowe, ‘58

Coach Epstein arranged for the Drexel Lacrosse team to practice and scrimmage with the Philadelphia Lacrosse Club during the spring. We would all dress together in the old Field House at 46th and Haverford and then go out to practice. Some of players that I recall were: Goalie- Phil Beneditti, Attack- George Corrigan, Midfield- Carl Fugmann, Defense- Tom Scott (who played All-Pro linebacker for the Philadelphia Eagles) and a 42 year old physician (I don't remember his name) who played attack and had the hardest shot I had ever seen. For me, it was a great experience to interact with these former great college players, who were not busy with their careers, but who still played the game with gusto and had great fun doing it.

Memories from Milt Lang, ‘54

Some of the things that I remember:

• Practicing lacrosse in the small third floor gym in the main building.

• The team party at Coach Epstein's home after he finally got married at the age of 58.

• The great chicken dinner at the Epstein's Hotel in Betterton, Maryland after the game at Washington College.

• The time that Coach Epstein chased Ray Craig, attackman, up and down the field hitting him on the back to make him run faster. Ray was about 20 and the Coach was well in his 50's, but he did not lose a step in teaching that lesson. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 51

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1960 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

Despite an opening game loss to Penn, and an almost unbelievable series of injuries and ineligibility problems, our varsity stickmen appear headed for a fine record having beaten CCNY, Delaware and Dickinson in early season games. Behind this success is the hard-driving coach of Herman Epstein, who has yet to have a losing season at Drexel in 14 years. Coaching the defense again is Joe DelVecchio, who was team captain in his playing days. Playing their last season for Eppie are the co-captains attackman Dave Van Dyke and defenseman Steve Bell. Also in his last years is rugged midfielder Hank Grabowski.

Van Dyke scored eight goals in the Delaware game, this being one of the highest scoring performances in the school's history. Backing Van up on the attack are Hawk Falcone, last year's high scorer and sophomore John Daskalakis.

With only the three seniors due to graduate and a supply of reserve talent coming up from the freshman team, things look good for the Epmen in years to come also. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 52

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1960 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Steven Bell (Capt.) Robert Schuette Glenn Cannon David Van Dyke (Capt.) John Daskalakis Augie Warnecker Nicholas Falcone Alan Dietz Frank Garofolo Henry Grabowski Jack Geary John Guzik Eugene Hoak Sam Wilson Charles Jones John Bogushefsky (Mgr.) Stephen Krueger James Duffy (Mgr.) Thomas O'Connor Ronald Ritter Head Coach Herman Epstein

1960 Season Record: 6-4

Pennsylvania ...... L . . .1-11 Dickinson ...... W . . . 15-5 C.C.N.Y ...... W . . . .9-8 Delaware ...... W . . . 11-4 Lehigh ...... L . . .7-10 Stevens ...... L . . .8-12 Glenn Cannon, Sam Wilson, Hank Grabowski Gettysburg ...... W . . . 12-2 Swarthmore ...... L . . .3-12 sse F Washington College . .W . . . .9-4 ro ac ac t L Lafayette ...... W . . .11-4

In the memorable 1932 Olympics held in Los Angeles, the Johns Hopkins University lacrosse team defeated Canada in two of three matches. This marked the first time a team from the United States defeated a Canadian Team in international competition. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 53

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First Person: The 1960s Memories from Bob Schuette, ‘61

Eppy came up with a lot of memorable comments:

• Yelling (from the opposite end of the field) to Bob Schuette, who was concentrating hard on his goal-keeping but forgetting to move his feet: "Aristotle…Socrates…Diogenes……..Lord, son you're nothing but a philoso- pher. I'd trade you in for one good track man!"

• To an exhausted Nobby Deitz, who had half-heartedly reached for a nearby pass, and missed: "Lord, Nobby…..one stretch and a fart and you're done."

• To a general audience of his players: "I'm going to send for the master surgeon…….the one who swaps asses for heads."

Memories from Frank Garfolo, ‘62

While this may not be monumental as it regards experience, I was always impressed with the way Eppy worked with those of us who had no experience in the game. He helped us learn to compete. He was tireless, tedious in his attention to detail to make us better players. I had the great pleasure to be an assistant coach working with the freshman team for a few years after graduation. Eppy was simply one of the finest people that I have met in my entire life. That little man was a man among men.

Memories from Jim Nichols, ‘63

I never heard of Lacrosse until coming to Drexel. So, I played just one year and was very average. It was a great game and I wish that I would have been better at it. Besides the really good players that I admired, I have two memories to share:

1. Once during a game, (I think that it was Lafayette) I was chasing a player down the sideline, he was preoccupied with me and didn't see Bob White, our defensemen, coming across the field toward him. About 10 yards away, Bob lowered his stick and threw a body block on that fellow. As far as I know, that guy is still rolling. I played 4 years of high school football but that was the most devastating hit that I have ever seen.

2. Coach Epstein had us play the Philadelphia Club Lacrosse Team in practice. We played our usual physical game but the pros would have none of that. They showed us stick work and footwork that was way ahead of our game. It taught us the lesson that you needed more than just being physical to win at lacrosse. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 54

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1961 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

The 1961 edition of Drexel's lacrosse team suffered a crippling blow at the start of the season, when it lost All-American defenseman Gene Hoak and veteran midfielders Ken Zimmerman and Glenn Cannon through academic difficulties. Despite this obstacle, the Epmen have a good chance for another winning season. The defense is strong with Tom O'Connor, Jack Geary and Bill Stevens taking the pressure off sophomore goalie Jim McDonough.

Leading the attack is last year's high scorer, captain Nick Falcone, along with Big Frank Garofolo and Johnny Daskalakis supplying lots of power from the crease and feeder spots respectively.

Handling the midfield chores are veterans Sam Wilson and Nobby Dietz, two smooth stickhandlers who can be counted on for their share of goals this year. Battling for the remaining starting slot are returning lettermen Steve Krueger and John Guzik, with last year's freshman midfield of Tony Phillips, Chris Rehmann and Jack Townsend showing lots of promise for this year and next. Breaking out of an early season losing streak with decisive victories over Stevens Tech and Gettysburg, this team has the hustle and drive that are always present in teams coached by the incomparable Mr. Epstein.

1961 Season Record: 4-5

Pennsylvania ...... L . . . 2-9 Delaware ...... L . . .3-4 C.C.N.Y ...... L . . . 2-5 Lehigh ...... L . . 6-19 Stevens ...... W . 16-2 Gettysburg ...... W . . .7-6 Swarthmore ...... W . .9-8 Washington College . . .L . . 2-17 Lafayette ...... W . .6-5 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 55

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Jim Brown, the great Syracuse University football and lacrosse star, gave an out- sse F ro ac standing performance in the 1957 North- ac t L South Game played in Baltimore. Jim Brown was so impressive, in scoring five goals and two assists with apparent ease before a crowd of 6,500 fans, that many thought that this was the best single- game performance ever seen. He went on to a great career as an NFL running back, and he was inducted into the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame in 1983.

1961 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

John Daskalakis Thomas O'Connor Allan Deitz Chlarence Phillips David Eberhart Christopher Rehmann Nicholas Falcone (Capt.) William Stevens Frank Garofolo Samuel Wilson, Jr. John Geary John Townsend John Guzik Matthew Oleynick (Mgr.) Mario Iavicoli Lawrence Trautman (Mgr.) Ward Keever Michael Zaccaro (Mgr.) Stephen Krueger James McDonough Head Coach Herman Epstein 18436_01_text.qxp 10/25/2004 11:19 AM Page 56

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1962 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Larry Bowne Arno Krumbiegle Glenn Cannon James McDonough Robert Cascarino Timothy Patterson John Daskalakis (Capt.) William Stevens (Capt.) Alan Dow Alex Tice Kenneth Edge John Townsend Kenneth Epstein Jack Trotman Frank Gallo Robert White John Guzik Joseph Kosturko (Mgr.) Philip Hall Ward Keever Head Coach Herman Epstein Steve Krueger

The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1962 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

Facing a slightly less demanding schedule than that of previous years, Drexel's 1962 lacrosse team appears to be headed for a winning season despite the fact that this a "rebuilding year" for Mr. Epstein.

Leading the attack for the Epmen this year is durable Johnny Daskalakis, co-captain and leading scorer in league play. Behind Daskalakis are good looking sophomore Bob White and Charlie Jones to provide good stickwork on the attack.

Running first midfield are Glenn Cannon, a smooth stick-handler who does the facing off, Steve Krueger and Johnny Guzik, one of the fastest men in the league, with the stickwork and shooting ability equal to that of the finest Drexel has produced. Backing these three up is tough little Ken Edge, only a soph, but coming on strong.

Playing defense are big sophomores Larry Bowne and Jack Trotman, who, along with junior co-captain Bill Stevens, should cause lots of trouble for opposing offensive players all year.

Holding down the goalie spot is student politico deluxe Jim McDonough, who is being pushed hard for the starting job by soph Arno Krumbeigel. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 57

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1962 Season Record: 3-5

C.C.N.Y ...... L . . . .8-11 Lehigh ...... L . . . .2-10 Franklin & Marshall . . .W . . . .12-3 Swarthmore ...... L . . . .9-16 Stevens ...... W . . . . . 7-6 Delaware ...... L . . . . .5-8 Lafayette ...... L . . . .8-11 Towson ...... W . . . .14-7 18436_01_text.qxp 10/25/2004 11:20 AM Page 58

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1963 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Larry Bowne Fred Reever James Deckman Murray Rosenberg Russell DiLuca Norman Shotwell David Eberhart William Stevens Kenneth Edge Richard Thatcher George Gallatig Alexander Tice William Hall John Townsend Ward Keever Robert White Arno Krumbiegel William Wittorff Frank Latham Frederick Fenster (Mgr.) Thomas Petterson Clarence Phillips Head Coach Herman Epstein 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 59

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John Guzik, Steve Krueger, Glenn Cannon (left to right)

1963 Season Record: 3-5

Stevens ...... L . . . .5-11 C.C.N.Y ...... L . . . . . 6-7 Lehigh ...... L . . . . .3-8 Franklin & Marshall . .W . . . . 11-5 Swarthmore ...... W . . . . . 8-7 Towson ...... L . . . . .6-9 Delaware ...... L . . . .0-10 Lafayette ...... W . . . .13-5 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 60

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First Person: The 1960s Memories from Bill Wittorff, ‘65

The sayings of Coach Epstein:

• You're standing there like a jackass looking over a whitewashed fence.

• You are like a man going to use the bathroom into the wind; it must be getting in your eyes so that you can't see anything.

• Keep your mouth shut and your bowels open, and you'll be healthy, happy and wise.

• Boy the walkathon ended 20 years ago, when are you going to start running?

• Son I'm going to take your tongue and nail it to the locker room door so that it will stretch and you will be able to talk.

• Son we should give your eyes to the eye bank because you sure don't use them.

• If s---- were brains, you would be the smartest man in the world.

• Grab your jocks, we're going on the field.

• You play like a dog who just heard a shot, standing their shaking.

• Good lord boy don't question me, I wrote the rule book.

• Let me tell you something son, the mountain isn't going to come to Mohammed, Mohammed is going to have to go to the mountain.

• Take short choppy steps, like this!

• Boy, I am going to put handles on your back and use you as an air dummy.

• The only reason I didn't stay in the Army is because the highest you could go was general.

• You are as worthless as tits on a bull.

• That guy upset you like an outhouse on Halloween.

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• Remember, when your eye is attached to your rear end, you will have a crappy outlook on life.

• Son, you are so slow, I may have to send you a telegram to tell you when the game starts.

• Many a good time is played on an old fiddle; maybe we will give you a new stick next year.

• Son, there is just one thing that I'd like to tell you----

• Boy, when you hit someone in there, I don't want to see anything but shoe soles.

• See that building over there, you should climb up and jump off, that would resolve your problems.

• Go home and cry, you big baby.

Memories from Bob San Jule, ‘61

Coach Epstein's saying that I remember most was, "use short choppy steps." I never played or heard of lacrosse until coming to Drexel. I played defense for the freshman in 1957. I hurt my shoulder during the season so when the crew team was organized I went out for crew-no more shoulder problems. I loved being involved in Drexel's athletic programs throughout my years there.

Memories from Jim Deckman, ‘66

1961 was my graduation from high school and entrance into the college of my father's choice. Direction in my life at that time was a rare commodity. Physical Ed was a requirement for freshman in 1961 and Herman Epstein was the instructor in the class to which I was assigned. Coach Epstein quickly announced that if a person were to choose to try out for freshman lacrosse there might be some give in the attendance requirement and the possibility of some sort of bonus in the grading system.

I chose the freshman lacrosse option. Memories of that first year are vague for the most part, but what does stand out is that my Midwest background and 8th grade baseball did not give me any depth of understanding or experience to compete at any level in lacrosse. I knew that I would not play at all as defenseman, and I was way too slow to be midfield or attack. For the most part, I was practice fodder. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 62

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My second year was a red shirt year defenseman. Toward the end of the season, somehow I was shoved into the crease and played goal for a while. It wasn't too bad. Eppy asked if I would be interested in trying out and I agreed. Over the fall and winter he worked with me in the old gym on the second floor of the main building a few times per week during off class hours. I had to learn the position from scratch, and he had to have the patience of Mary to work with me.

Eppy had more confidence in me that I ever had in me. Perhaps it was because not one else wanted the job. I don't know. Freddie Fenster was my workout partner and a great support.

During 1963-1966 I managed to play out my eligibility with varying degrees of success. But the indelible memory is of Eppy saying on a regular basis, "no, no boy, that's not what I want! It's like this!" He was going to stay with me even though I wasn't All American material.

Not every one of my teammates like his coaching style. What I saw in Eppy was determination, extreme humor, caring, a kind provider for Mary, a huge source of lacrosse knowledge and experience which included playing goalie for pay in his younger years, and the ability to let you know you screwed up in the most unusual way.

The "Pimple on the asshole of progress" award goes to a teammate of mine who managed to land a ball on the bridge of Eppy's nose and glasses while Eppy was giving a post scrimmage critique at practice.

Probably the "Best and Worst" memory was a scrimmage we had at Penn. Penn was just a bit out of our league, but Eppy had a history with them and they gave us a scrimmage once per year. We played on their practice field and the memory I have was of mud and a 17-3 loss. As a goalie, the 17 part was an invitation to go down in history as a true "turnstyle" which was ok, but most of the goals were on man-down situations. The Penn coach told Eppy that our defense was excellent in man-down, but the 17-3 is what was recorded. (And the score is probably not exact)

One special game was against Towson State. Their goalie (I still remember his name) Joe Sacco, was also left handed. That was the only time I remember playing against another left handed goalie.

I probably disappointed Eppy with my mediocre play, but he never let it show. I did my best at that time in my life. Unfortunately I never told him how much I appreciated his direction, support, confidence and energy as I didn't recognize his influence until way after college. He was a significant person in my life. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 63

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I remember the weekly evening team meals at a restaurant near the field and the Saturday morning lunches after practice at Cavanaugh's. I remember the scrimmages with the Philadelphia Lacrosse Club with names like Benedetti and Schwartz, and Joe with the Teddy Snow Crop hat. Nick Falcone and Frank Garafolo as coaches and of course Reever to Keever, Meat Hall, Bill Stevens, Jim "50" Lang writing in the paper about out games, and Bones. Just being allowed to play this great sport was a super accomplishment for me. My appreciation goes out to my teammates who put up with me, and Herman Epstein who never gave up on me.

Memories from Bob Reuss, ‘68

I have to give you several memories because there are so many:

Just playing for four years was a great memory. I had no intention of playing lacrosse. Eppy recruited me out of gym class; (how many of us did he find that way?) This was a great four year run that helped make Drexel for me. Yes, the education was great, but playing ball is what I remember most!

Eppy switching my co-op periods and getting me a scholarship so that I could keep playing. Eppy-what a great experience! How to love and hate someone at the same time. Learning to get the message even when the delivery hurts.

The 1968 season after my four years were up. Helping Eppy whenever I could that last season. Seeing him literally dying in front of you, but still pushing to teach the game that he loved so much.

Freshman year with student coaches Bill Stevens and Skip Keever. The end of a great freshman year, lots of hard work and painful lessons learned. In the 1980's, I ran into Bill Stevens hiking in the Grand Canyon with my children but couldn't immediately remember his name. I did remember that the individual standing in front of me was a center midfielder, a great face off man and he could run all day. Is that a great coach or what!!

Thursday night team meals--a taste of big time college athletics.

Playing on the grassless field at CCNY-for those fortunate to have played at the "coliseum", nothing more needs to be said. Scrimmages with the Philadelphia Lacrosse Club-imagine a game that is so much fun you can't give it up. Miss work, play hurt and tell "her" that she will have to wait!

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Larry Bowne Frederick Reever Michael Cook Joseph Schwartz James Deckman Norman Shotwell Russell DeLuca Donald Stallman David Eberhart Richard Thatcher Kenneth Edge John Townsend Frederick Fenster Robert White Michael Gildea William Wittorff William Hall James Lang (Mgr.) Thomas Jerardi Wayne Statler (Mgr.) Henry Nowak Thomas Patterson Head Coach Herman Epstein Clarence Phillips

sse F ro ac Grantland Rice, America’s most ac t L respected sportswriter in the 20th century, wrote in 1938: “Lacrosse requires more elements of skill than any other game that I know.

The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1964 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

Drexel's Lacrosse fortunes achieved a sharp upturn in 1964. Coach Herman Epstein led the team to its first winning season in many years.

The season opened with a disappointing loss to Stevens Tech, 6-5, in overtime. Drexel trailed 4-1 at the half, only to come back and tie the game in regulation time.

Following this game, momentum began building as Drexel defeated Towson State, 6-3, Lehigh 4-1 and Franklin and Marshall 18-2 on successive Saturdays. The only loss was a disappointing mid-week encounter with Pennsylvania.

The big game was on May 7 when the Dragons traveled to Swarthmore to meet an aroused squad. Here the Dragon machine was halted, 11-5, virtually eliminating the team from the conference crown.

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1964 Season Record: 5-4

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1965 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

The Dragon lacrosse team experienced a disappointing season. Although the team had the ability and the experience to carry them to a good season, "Lady Luck" was not with them.

The season opener with Stevens Teach found the Epmen far out of shape because of only two days' practice. Drexel was never able to bounce back after their first week's loss.

In successive weeks, the stickmen dropped decisions to the Quakers, Swarthmore, Lehigh and were tied by Towson State. Victory finally came when Franklin and Marshall fell to the Dragons to the tune of 5-3.

This year's squad was weak because of the lack of depth in the midfield and the defense. The attack scored at least five goals per game, but the defense failed to hold down the opposition mainly because of injuries to starters Rich Thatcher, Norm Shotwell and Goalie Jim Deckman.

1965 Season Record: 3-5-1

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Edmund Bogdan William Reed Michael Cook Frederick Reever James Deckman Robert Reuss Russell DeLuca Norman Shotwell Horace Feaster Richard Thatcher Frederick Fenster Charles Walters Michael Gildea Robert White William Hall William Wittorff John Hawk John Di Laura (Mgr.) Edward Kenkelen James Lang (Mgr.) Ronald Leopold Henry Nowak Head Coach Herman Epstein Michael Quinn 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 68

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1966 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

The 1966 Dragon lacrosse team got off to a bad start and only an outstanding season will produce a winning season. Lacking depth and experience, Coach Epstein's men have met the toughest competition on their schedule and have been unable to win, posting a 0-5 record.

Opening against the alumni, the stickmen found that they were not prepared to face experienced competition. The alumni eked out a one-goal win, 4-3.

Intercollegiate foes proved to be even tougher. Stevens Institute, University of Pennsylvania, Lehigh and Towson State all fielded tough squads, and the Dragons seemed unable to reach their form of previous years. Staying with their opponents throughout the first quarter, the Dragons soon tired. 1966 Season Record: 1-8 The team, however, looks forward to the contests with Franklin and Marshall, C.C.N.Y. and Lafayette. Stevens ...... L . . . .6-11 Victories in these contests will salvage some glory for Pennsylvania ...... L . . . .1-14 the warriors. Lehigh ...... L . . . . .3-7 Towson ...... L . . . .3-11 Outstanding players for the year were goalie Jim Deckman, defensemen Nowak and Meyers, mid- Franklin & Marshall .W . . . . . 8-4 fielder Walters and attackman Meyers. Swarthmore ...... L . . . . .0-9 C.C.N.Y ...... L . . . .5-10 Delaware ...... L . . . . . 3-8 Lafayette ...... L . . . . .6-9 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 70

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First Person: The 1960s Memories from Nick Falcone, ‘62

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Coach Epstein said that any athletic team should have an opponent on its schedule that represented a formidable challenge.

I really think what Eppy really meant was that every team should have a better team on its schedule to keep its players humble, no matter how good they thought they were or how good they actually were. Maybe to him it was a matter of maintaining perspective.

Whatever it was, that annual formidable opponent for the lacrosse program at that time was Washington College. Sure, it was a smaller college and wasn't "up there" with the likes of Hopkins and Maryland. It was located in the reaches of the Eastern Shore, not even close to Baltimore, the then-epicenter of lacrosse. But it was in Maryland, which counted as much to us. Washington College always seemed to have some players that did very well, or at least got a lot of attention, like the midfielders extraordinarie Seivold brothers. In 1960, the renowned midfielder was (Jim) Allen, the left-handed standout.

Drexel had not beaten Washington College in some 13 years. That qualified Washington College as Drexel's lacrosse perennial humility pill. Needless to say, that nemesis was hardly near and dear to the hearts of Drexel players. In 1960, we played them at home close to the end of the season.

The 46th Street field was our home then. The golden dome of the neo-classic Provident Mutual Life building overlooked the field and gave it a touch of class, almost campus-like. But the field was soggy that Saturday morning at game time. The grassless areas in front of the cages were muddy. It was the kind of day that you wore the screw-on football-type cleats.

Game No. 14 in the series got underway under dark skies. All of a sudden in the first quarter the ref called an injury timeout. Dave Van Dyke, our standout shooter and team leader, was on the ground holding his calf. He was helped up and off the field. There was a large L-shaped gash in his calf.

The cleat used then was a hard rubber cone of varying sizes to accommodate field conditions: longer cleats for mud, for example. The cleat screwed onto a post that was mounted to the sole of the shoe. It had a nut-like base that allowed the cleat to be tightened down with a wrench, much like a nut and bolt arrangement. It was pretty hard for tightened-down cleats to come off. Now, no one could prove that the offending defenseman deliberately let a 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 71

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cleat or two off his shoes, exposing posts that could puncture. But we were convinced that is was no accident. The hated Washington College mokes had gone too far this time.

The final score of that game was Drexel 9, Washington College 4. It was a worse beating than the score indicates. Mr. Allen and his teammates were overwhelmed. We played like a team on fire. Indignation and anger fueled the performance--indignation for the years of defeat and anger at taking Dave out. In a word, we stuck it to them in what I remember as one of the pinnacle games I ever had the privilege of playing in.

We had to get our humble pills elsewhere that year.

ARTISTRY IN MUD

Some of my best memories of the Drexel lacrosse experience involved wet field conditions. I'm not sure why. Back then, wet conditions weren't something one wanted. The old stick's gut shrunk and made the pocket more like a tennis racket than a lacrosse head. Afterwards, it lost its elasticity and had to be loosened up with various concoctions. The leather gloves had a habit of stiffening up on the palms and fingers due the combination of wetness dried by sweaty body heat. The stick itself got more cumbersome to wield, as the footing in mud demanded more of one's attention. And the shoes had cleats that carried as much heavy mud as they discarded. Mostly though, it was difficult enough to achieve the demands of playing lacrosse at a skill level in dry playing conditions, let alone when the weather and/or the field worked against you.

One of my more lasting memories was in bad weather at Lafayette. We got off the bus and the first thing the coaches decided was whether the game should be played. The downpour that had slowed our bus trip to Easton had stopped. But the field…well, the field was a mess. There was grass only around the mid line and perimeter of the field. The rest was a mud bed with consistency ranging from muck to real muck. The lines were almost invisible, save the signs of traffic patterns. It was especially bad around the goals.

Well, the coaches decided to proceed. Lafayette's program was young, and we had handed it to them in previous years, notably the last game in 1959. I guess the coach wanted the experience while the players undoubtedly wanted another shot at us. No doubt they were angered by the thrashings. Who wouldn't be?

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though any chance we had, that goalie would pick up the ball with some mud and fling it over Garf, leaving some mud on Garf in the process.

Frank was exactly the wrong guy to get worked up. Usually calm and reasonable, he had distinguished himself on the football field with toughness. He had no trouble looking down at most defensemen and all goalies from his perch on the crease. He could jump high and, in combination with his height and stick length, hitting his stick when he was open was not too hard. We shared some philosophy: Rule 1 - lay out your defenseman whenever possible but certainly always go for the stinger on the arm pad or glove; Rule 2 - get the goalie legally, but get him; Rule 3 - after you score, just stare at the goalie like he's an idiot.

The conditions were even worse than expected and the "game" slid along, as did the players. It was the fourth quarter as I recall, and Garf's anger was building up with each incident of flying mud and mouthing off by the goalie. Well, a deflected ball fluttered behind the crease. The goalie twirled to the back edge as the ball continued to move outside the line-however slowly through the deep mud. Garf reached for the ball and the goalie gave him a real whack with his wooden club. I guess that did it. Garf scooped up the ball with a brimming load of mud. Not even feigning legality, he let the load go directly at the goalie's head and upper body as if he was shooting. It was a very forceful fling.

So forceful in fact that I then saw something extraordinary happen from my vantage point out front just beyond the plane of the goal. When Garf let go his gigantic load, the goalie had his back to me. I saw all the mud flying around the goalie's body but not through it of course. The effect was a kind of cutout profile of the goalie's head and body. It was magnificent. In fact, it was artistry in mud.

The goalie was a wreck, absolutely covered in mud from the waist up. Garf was quietly elated with this righteous vindication. I could hardly stop laughing. The officials weren't pleased, but who cares. Frank had added insult to injury so artistically that day in the mud.

"I AM THE DEITY"

Drexel's four-quarter system and limited facilities severely challenged getting ready for the lacrosse season back then. We started up part-time in February with nothing but mechanics in the old gym buried deep in the bowels of the main building. It was a basketball court tightly confined by walls and bleachers; purely old school and quaint. Coach Epstein loved it because he could drill us and drill us and drill us. Players hated it because it was so confined. We couldn't scrimmage, or couldn't really shoot. And one-on-ones weren't the 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 73

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same, what with the hard wooden floor, squeaking sneakers and all.

So, we had to squeeze our preparation into one concentrated week between terms. That meant a full week of two-sessions each day, opening up and closing with sprints and the notorious "hills." Well, at least we got to scrimmage. One of those spring practice days sticks in my mind.

It was a rainy, chilly Friday in early April of 1960. It was Good Friday. We had been at it all week, of course, as our sore muscles kept reminding us. Eppy moved the afternoon session to 3:00, after the three holy hours for the Catholic boys. The black clouds that unleashed the showers in the morning were starting to break up when we were assembled in half field array. Eppy, wearing his trademark gray flannel sweat suit, was standing about 10 yards in from the midfield line facing the goal, grimacing at us and biting his tongue for emphasis. I guess we must have seemed somewhat lethargic to him, never mind the fatigue and it being the end of a trying week. Maybe it seemed to him that we weren't paying keen enough attention to the instruction at hand. So, he stopped talking.

The silence certainly got our attention. We knew it was a signal. All eyes were on him, waiting to see what was going to happen. It came quickly thereafter. "You Catholic boys", he said slowly, "when you're in church, God is the deity. But, all you boys, when you're on the field, I am the deity." (Emphasis on the I.)

When he delivered these words, standing there with craggy face and bushy white hair, he moved his arms down and away from his body, looking all the religious icon. At the same instant, the clouds above opened up and a beam of sunlight shot down. But not onto the entire field. Just behind and around Eppy as he was standing there, illuminating him in a beam of seemingly holy light. It looked like the consummate religious painting.

It was downright scary. I am not making this up. I still wonder how those facets could possible have come together at the same instant, and also wonder at the mind that came up with such an offbeat orchestration to further imprint our psyches.

"SHOOT, JOHNNY, SHOOT!!"

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Playing at CCNY in itself was memorable. Their field was in a low Coliseum- type arrangement but we shouldn't' really call it a field. Grass was hard to find there. Gravel, broken glass, soda cans and other trash are not kind to grass. And there were some unique field rules. For example, if you were to trip over the baseball pitcher's mound and lose the ball, you were to be re- awarded possession.

Consequently, we were in relatively lush conditions at 46th Street that Saturday in 1961 when the CCNY boys streamed off the bus. A few comments were exchanged during the warm-ups, not for publication of course. They had a sense of humor that matched their foul mouths.

The game was a typical game for that era. Closely fought, with CCNY complaining about the "homer" officiating. They always complained, even at home in New York.

The game had ended in a tie the year before. This game was also tied with the ball in our end when the timer came on the field to stand next to the near side ref and count down aloud the seconds remaining. "15", "14", "13", the cadence continued. I figured it was all or nothing now, so I rolled around the cage to the front and out, looking either to shoot or pass close in. Neither option was there as their D started to slide over to double the ball. The middies were not moving, understandably worn down by the fast back and forth pace of the game. Frank Garofolo was covered like a glove on the crease. But attackman Johnny Daskalakis was lurking out front to the right of the goalie, and he seemed to be open as his man started to slide in.

I throw the ball to Johnny. He catches the ball and faces the goal. "8", "7", "6", the timer intones. Johnny starts moving towards the goal. No, No, I thought. Don't move in, just shoot. I heard myself shout "Shoot, Johnny, shoot" and it seemed that it became a chant. "5", "4", "3". My God! He's not going to get the shot off in time! But he does and the ball is at the plane of goal as the horn sounds. We hold our breaths, and there's dead silence on the field. Referee Bill Huster raises his arms……GOAL! We win!!

CCNY is quiet for only a moment as the realization of what just happened rockets them out of their paralysis. The shouting CCNY players on the field make a beeline for Bill. The Chief is in Bill's face. Their players in the bench area charge onto the field and ring the official as his partner tires to fend them off. It's pandemonium out there.

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In later years as an officiating colleague of Bill Huster, I asked him on any number of occasions whether that was a goal or an officiating slip. Bill was unhesitant and consistent in his reply. The ball crossed the plane of the goal as the horn sounded, so it was a goal, however close. It didn't have to be in the goal to count. Eppy was right. That's the call. Now get off the field.

Memories from Fred Reever, ‘66

My "History of Drexel Lacrosse" started on one fall day in 1961 during my first Phys Ed class…yes; Phys Ed was required back then! Our class of new freshmen ventured out of the old field house, and I use the term field house very loosely, to find a bunch of funny looking "sticks" lying on the ground. We weren't quite sure what to do with them until a voice boomed out, "Boys, we're gonna learn about lacrosse. Pick up a stick and get out on the field." Well I must have picked up the stick in the correct way because when I did that same voice said, "Boy, you come over here with me, I wanted to show you how to use that stick." So, I did go over there with Eppy, and another influential person and role model entered my life.

The next five years, four as a player and one coaching the freshman team, generated many great times and great memories. Eppy was the source of so many "sayings" and "quotes" that it is tough to pick out the best. Here are some that stuck with me and with my brother-in-law, Skip Keever, as well. Skip was two years ahead of me and in addition to introducing me to his sis- ter, who has put up with me for these many years, teamed up with me to score a lot of goals as the "Keever-Reever" vaudeville team according to one Baltimore paper following the Towson game. We still share a good laugh over these "Eppy-isms".

• There was the Good Friday when Eppy told the "Catholic boys" on the team to tell their priest that they played for a CYO lacrosse team so they might get out of church early to practice.

• Then there was the time that I dodged from behind the goal against Penn and scored with a behind-the-back shot…never could go lefty with those old sticks. The referee announced the goal by saying, "Number 24…unassist- ed with an Epstein Cross-Over". To which Eppy replied, "**XXXX**", I never taught the boy to shoot like that." And then promptly yanked me from the game and told me to sit on the end of the bench!

• I also remember moving into the "new" field house and how happy our trainers were. I can't remember their names, but I do remember that they were sure happy to have some "real" therapy equipment to use. I remember that Thursdays were always great. Thursday was drill day for ROTC (yes, required then as well) and the lacrosse and baseball players didn't' have to 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 76

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haul our rifles back to the armory. We just handed them to the "regular army" sergeants who took them back for us…I always thought the army guys resent- ed that, but maybe I'm mistaken!

My Drexel lacrosse history goes beyond my days at Drexel. I helped to start high school lacrosse in Delaware in the early-mid 80's…making use of my own version of "Eppy-isms" I might add. One of my early players, John Wood, showed a lot of promise…"the boy could play lacrosse." And eventually connected with Randy Voigt and ended up playing defense for Drexel. I told John that if he made the team, I would come up to one of the Alumni games to play against him. Well, John called my bluff and I did go to play in the Alumni game of 84 or 85…memory failing a bit these days. I remember the boys on my Brandywine High School team asking Bonnie if she would need any help to "bring the body home". To which I said, "Not to worry, I'll make sure I play against John, and I know he'll take it easy on me."

Well it turned out that John wasn't in the game when I got a chance to take the field. I ended up playing against someone else, someone who seemed intent on winning and could have cared less about hitting an old alum. The biggest blow, however, wasn't physical. During a stoppage of play we introduced ourselves and when I said, class of '66…he replied, "Gee, I wasn't even born then!" I did drive home, however.

So as you see, Drexel lacrosse had had a significant impact on me and my life, as I am sure it has and will have on all of you. It continues to this day as I watch my three grandsons getting into the game and I find myself sharing the fundamental that I started learning that fall day many years ago. And by the way Coach Bates, my oldest grandson, Tucker, might be a good prospect in a couple of years…"I think the boy can play."

Memories from Bill Stevens, ‘64

From Eppy: (Coach Epstein) Running up to you, head shaking, eyes glistening and froth coming from his mouth "son you don't squeeze the stick."

From Eppy: To a rather slow player-"son you are like a pimple on the asshole of progress, squeeze you and pop you right out!"

Those Thursday night scrimmages with the Philadelphia Lacrosse Club and all those guys who taught us and helped us so much particularly George Corrigan who was adept and shooing backward over the shoulder. And who could forget Stu Smith from Canada who could whistle the ball from center midfield at 100 miles an hour. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 77

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From Eppy: On Easter week, spring twice per day practices-particularly Good Friday when a bunch of the guys needed to go to church at noon and at 12:05 when he let us walk off the field "tell the priest you play for a Catholic ball club and maybe he'll let you out a few minutes earlier."

Thursday night dinners when Assistant Coach Joe Del Vecchio attended: Joe was with the CIA and would bring reports from Vietnam to those dinners. In the early 60s the report was well we lost one advisor this week and as we got into the 62, 63, 64 era it would be 2 or 3 advisors. Of course then we know it resulted in a full scale commitment to Vietnam.

From Eppy: Disgustingly on a bad day of practice, "I don't have a ball player on this team."

About Eppy: Notice how his demeanor changed when Miss Mary was around.

About Eppy: In 1963, I was selected as a defenseman to the South Squad for the North- South game. After our season ended we had two weeks before the North- South game. He wanted to work with me every night to make sure I stayed in shape and to polish my skill. Just he and I at the field. He with the short stick and me with the long pole and not wanting to hurt him. On a given afternoon as he was dodging, I put a mild check on him. Of course that was- n't good enough. We then exchanged sticks. I dodged. He hit me and checked harder than I had been hit in four years.

From Eppy: "That's the way to do it." He was 62 years old at the time.

Upon returning from the North-South game in Lake Placid, he had gone over to Princeton with the group to work with the team during practice. Miss Mary and I drove over on Saturday for the game. Here was this once vibrant man sitting on the end of the bench during the entire game, the sickness overtaking his body. Toward the end of the third quarter, Miss Mary said to me that Eppy is very sick and I want to take him home. Weak but still talking lacrosse he laid on the back seat of the car all the way home. Months later, we mourned his death. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 78

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sse F ro ac ac t L In 1967, Coach Bilderback’s Naval Academy won their eighth consecutive US Intercollegiate Lacrosse Title.

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John Buckley Ronald Leopold James Budinetz Ronald Meany Gary Callihan George Myers Michael Cook Mich Quinn (Capt.) Lawrence Cozzens William Reed Richard DeFrank Robert Reuss Gerald Fadden Daniel Romanchuk Larry Hackman Richard Schuster Larry Halvorsen Robert Wall John Hawk (Capt.) Charles Walter Paul Heckendorf Paul Williams Frederick Henklein Irwin Jacobs Raymond Henry, Jr. Robert Killen Head Coach Herman Epstein 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 79

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1967 Season Record: 3-6

C.C.N.Y ...... L . . 5-10 Towson ...... L . . .7-9 Pennsylvania ...... L . .1-11 Lehigh ...... L . . . 6-7 Franklin & Marshall . . . .W . . . 4-3 Swarthmore ...... L . . . .3-6 Stevens ...... W . . .8-6 Delaware ...... L . . .4-6 Lafayette ...... W . . .9-7

The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1967 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

Poor Eppy! He went into the lacrosse season with a reputation as one of the best coaches in the game and came out with an unbecoming 3-6 record.

There were a few bright spots in the season. Midfielder Ron Leopold was chosen to play in the 26th Annual North-South Game at the University of Massachusetts. Two other individual bright spots were goalie John Buckley and defenseman Mike Quinn, both of whom won second-team MAC All-Star honors.

The stickmen lost their first four games…a 10-5 drubbing by CCNY, a hard-fought 9-7 loss to Towson State, an 11-1 humiliation to Penn and a 7-6 heartbreaker to Lehigh.

Drexel finally hit paydirt in a come-from-behind 4-3 victory over Franklin and Marshall, but the victory halo didn't last. Swarthmore ground out a methodical 6-3 win, and the Drexel players took revenge on Stevens Tech, 8-6. After a 6-4 beating by Delaware, the Epmen eked out a 9-7 win over Lafayette to end the year. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 80

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1968 Season Record: 1-8

C.C.N.Y ...... L . . 4-13 Towson State ...... L . .6-10 Pennsylvania ...... L . .3-16 Lehigh ...... L . .7-14 Franklin & Marshall . .L . . .5-6 Swarthmore ...... L . . .6-8 Stevens Institute . . . .L . .3-11 Delaware ...... L . . .4-8 Lafayette ...... W . . .9-7

1968 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

John Buckley George Myers, Jr. (Capt.) James Budinetz James Reed Gary Callihan William Reed Lawrence Cozzens Daniel Romanchuk Richard DeFrank Peter Ruzycki Karl Goldstrohm Richard Schuster James Hall Robert Wall Larry Halvorsen Paul Williams Rodney Hilbert Fred Wilson Irvin Jacobs Lawrence Winegrad Barry Keyes Robert Killen Head Coach Herman Epstein Gerald Maden 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 81

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1968 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

It wasn't a great lacrosse season. It wasn't even a good lacrosse season. A victory over Lafayette in the final game of the season was the only thing that kept the stickmen from a total victory shutout, as they compiled an unbecoming 1-8 record.

Perhaps the saddest part of the season was that it turned out to be the last Herman (Eppy) Epstein, the veteran lacrosse coach. He died suddenly in the off-season, leaving a gaping hole in the Drexel coaching staff, both in savvy and pure character.

Attackman Ed Myers was the brightest part of a decidedly dim season as the Dragons' most consistent scorer. Middies Dick Shuster and Barry Keyes also got in on a substantial part of the scoring action. Goalie John Buckley and defenseman Paul Williams tried, but they couldn't stem the tide of opposition goals.

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1969 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

Drexel lacrosse has a long way to go for a winning season. The team, familiar with defeat, was not very successful in overcoming many disad- vantages. The new coach, Thomas Hayes, is an All-American from Penn State. He has made great strides in his attempt to bring Drexel lacrosse out of the cellar. There has been some improvement. The previous year's 1-8 record was not repeated, but neither was it replaced with an exemplary achievement. There have been some bright spots in the lacrosse season. John Buckley, Lynn Ferguson and Don Gay won Honorable Mention All MAC. Lynn Ferguson was also selected for the First Team Penn Del. It is hoped that with a little more time our new coach can whip Drexel's team into shape for a winning season next year. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 83

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1969 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

John Buckley Gerald Maden James Budinetz William Messner Douglas Burns Peter Nelson Gary Callihan (Capt.) James Reed Lawrence Cozzens (Capt.) Daniel Romanchuk John Darrow Joeseph Sclafani Richard DeFrank Robert Wall Lynn Ferguson William Waltham Charles Frederick Wayne Wassum Donald Gay Stephen Bacino (Mgr.) Karl Goldstrohm Irwin Jacobs (Mgr.) Rodney Hilbert Frederick Wilson (Mgr.) Barry Keyes Vinton Lee Head Coach Thomas Hayes Edward Lutz, Jr.

1969 Season Record: 2-8

Pennsylvania ...... L . . . . . 0-25 C.C.N.Y ...... L . . . . . 4-10 Towson ...... L ...... 1-7 Lehigh ...... L . . . . .2-12 Gettysburg ...... W . . . . .4-3 Franklin & Marshall . . .W . . . . . 6-5 Swarthmore ...... L ...... 4-5 Stevens ...... L . . . .10-12 Delaware ...... L ...... 4-8 Lafayette ...... L ...... 3-4 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 84

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First Person: The 1960s Memories from Ward Keever, ‘64

Clearly, the opportunity to play lacrosse (60-63) and then coach the freshman team (64) was on of the best experiences and memories of my five years at Drexel. As a freshman, it was difficult to balance class work, pledge a fraternity (TKE) and play lacrosse. Something had to give. Fortunately, or unfortunately-depending on your perspective-it was my class work first. And while I flunked freshman accounting, I clearly enjoyed lacrosse and fraternity life.

Although there are several faces and names that come to mind when I think about Drexel lacrosse, I must begin and end with "Eppy". Off the field, he was a man you would love to have as an uncle or neighbor. He was genteel, calm, kind, and softhearted. The influence of his wife, Mary, was always present. But on the field, he was that special character we all loved, even when he was yelling at us. He has left a significant and positive impression on me, (as I'm sure is true for many of those who contribute to this collection).

My first memories of him begin at the old field house that was so old, dirty and run down. It was so cold that many times we would not want to shower there after practice. I also remember it was near a hill that Eppy would have us run up and down several times after practice.

I was never really fast, but got my share of "garbage goals" just hanging around the crease. One day we were playing CCNY in New York. This game was tied in the closing seconds and we had just recovered the ball. Eppy called time out and called a play. I think it was "Rosie". (He had great names for our set plays). Fred Reever (now my brother-in-law) took the ball to the back of the net, dodged his man and came around front. My defenseman went to cover him, I stepped out and Fred game me a perfect feed which I quick sticked for a goal. In the process, I was knocked soundly on my butt by another defenseman. Needless to say, I was pretty proud of the goal. As we were coming off the field, I was hoping for a few nice words from Eppy, but instead, he expressed how wise he was to have called that play. I simply agreed.

On another occasion, we were playing the Philadelphia lacrosse club as a season warm up game. The person playing defense against me was clearing the ball down the sideline like he was carrying a spoon. I put my head down and tried to push him a foot to get him out of bounds. He kept on running and I simply bounced off. Later in the game, I learned he was Tom Scott, the middle linebacker for the New York Giants, and did not feel as embarrassed as I initially did. (But I still think I should have been able to move him one lousy foot!) 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 85

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Eppy was very focused. Nothing else mattered except for his wife and lacrosse. He did not understand why we had to go to ROTC training on Thursdays-even if we got out early to come to the last half of practice. His technique for catching a ball thrown to your left (that we first learned in gym class) is still something I can do quite well after almost forty years. I remember playing in that lousy stadium in NYC when we played CCNY. There was no grass, only bottle caps and glass. I remember a person playing midfield (who shall remain nameless, but owned a green Plymouth called the Mayflower) clearing the ball and tripping over the pitcher's mound. Eppy was not happy with him. He and Eppy had a special love-hate relationship that made us all laugh.

The TKE fraternity was well represented on the lacrosse team. I fondly remember Bill Stevens, Dave Eberhart, Jim Deckman, my brother-in-law, Fred Reever, and so many others. I also remember Frank Garafolo, Nick Falcone, and so many other faces-great memories! I remember my dad coming to the games as well my fraternity sweetheart, now my wife.

Several years later, my son attended Delaware, and we went to a lacrosse game between Delaware and Navy. He had never seen lacrosse before and could not quite reconcile the father he knew growing up with what he was watching take place on the field. Now, he, I and my grandsons watch the Philadelphia box lacrosse games, and I still remember those great times at Drexel. Thanks for the opportunity to remember and contribute. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 86

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Walter Bajkowski Barry Keyes Kenneth Benjes John Kohli Robert Brown Gerald Maden Stephen Bove Gregg McClure Michael Chain William Messner Brian Cullinan Daniel Miller Richard DeFrank Fred Miller Lynn Ferguson (Capt.) Paul Rahn Charles Frederick James Reed (Capt.) Anthony Frost Daniel Romanchuk Donald Gay, Jr. Fred Wilson Richard Guertin Kevin Young Rodney Hilbert George Hrebien Head Coach Thomas Hayes Michael Johnson 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 87

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1970 Season Record: 4-7

Pennsylvania ...... L . . . . . 4-15 C.C.N.Y ...... W . . . . .7-6 P.M.C...... W . . . . 18-0 Towson ...... L . . . . . 5-14 Lehigh ...... L .7-10, OT Gettysburg ...... W . . . . . 3-2 Franklin & Marshall . . .L ...... 2-8 Swarthmore ...... L . . . . .1-12 Stevens ...... L ...... 5-6 Delaware ...... L ...... 5-6 Lafayette ...... W . . . .10-3 18436_01_text.qxp 10/25/2004 11:26 AM Page 88

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1971 Season Record: 7-3

Dickinson ...... W . . . . 13-5 Stevens ...... L . . . . .6-7 P.M.C...... W . . . . 13-6 Lehigh ...... W . . . . . 6-4 Towson ...... L . . . .7-15 Franklin & Marshall . .W . . . . .7-2 Swarthmore ...... W . . . . 10-4 Gettysburg ...... W . . . . .7-2 Delaware ...... L . . . . 0-13 Lafayette ...... W . . . .12-4

1971 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Walter Bajkowski John Kohli Kenneth Benjes Stephen Leibert Robert Brown Gregg McClure James Bond James Maley David Callahan Thomas Matthews Michael Chain Stephen Marengo Brian Cullinan William Messner William DiMichele Fred Miller Brian Easterday Robert Montgomery Lynn Ferguson (Capt.) John Petersen Charles Frederick (Capt.) Niles Parker Thomas Frost Paul Rahn Donald Gay Edward Shubert H. Gulbrandsen William Slater Richard Guertin Lee Stevens James Hart, Jr. Frederick Wilson Robert Hill Kevin Young George Hrebien Walter Howley Head Coach Thomas Hayes Carl Hertrich Larry Johnson 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 90

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1972 Season Record: 11-3

Morgan St...... W ...... 14-6 Dickinson ...... W . . . . . 12-1 Stevens ...... W . . . . .10-2 P.M.C ...... W . . . . . 13-3 Towson ...... L ...... 7-17 Lehigh ...... W ...... 6-5 West Chester ...... W . . . . . 12-6 Franklin & Marshall .L ...... 4-8 Swarthmore ...... W . . . . .14-2 Gettysburg ...... W . . . . . 18-5 Delaware ...... W . . . . .13-7 Lafayette ...... W . . . . . 18-3 Randolph-Macon . . . .W . . . . . 14-8 Towson ...... L ...... 6-17 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 91

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1972 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Robert Ambler Stephen Leibert Walter Bajkowski (Capt.) James Maley, III Gary Bangor Stephen Maloney Harry Bowers Thomas Matthews Robert Brown Gregg McClure Timothy Campbell Charles Messmer James Convey Robert Montgomery Brian Cullinan (Capt.) Paul Mulholland James Cummings Niles Parker William DiMichele George Pellak Thomas Frost John Petersen Richard Guertin Leonard Pojunas Henry Gulbrandsen Thomas Polk James Hart, Jr. Paul Rahn Robert Hill William Rhine George Hrebien Ronald Schmidt Eric Iffrig Edward Shubert Jeffrey Jerome Lee Stevens Stephen Johnson Kevin Young Charles Klink Cheryl Stagon (Mgr.) John Kohli Mark Kritz Head Coach Thomas Hayes Joseph Lalli 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 92

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1973 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Robert Ambler Stephen Maloney Kenneth Benjes Michael Martino James Bickley Charles Messmer Robert Brown Fred Miller David Callahan Robert Montgomery Michael Capp Niles Parker Gary Dolbashian Ira Peezick John Erickson George Pellack Thomas Frost John Peterson Henry Gulbrandsen Kevin Young James Hart, Jr. Paul Buzas (Mgr.) Robert Hill (Capt.) Stuart Synder (Mgr.) George Hrebien Eric Iffrig Jeffrey Jerome Stephen Johnson Head Coach Thomas Hayes Charles Klink Stephen Leibert

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1973 Season Record: 9-4

Dickinson ...... W . . . 22-1 Stevens ...... W . . . 17-5 Penn State ...... L . . . . 6-9 West Chesterr ...... W . . . 20-2 Haverford ...... W . . .19-4 Lehigh ...... L . . . .5-9 Widener ...... W . . .19-4 Franklin & Marshalll . . . .L . . . 8-10 Swarthmore ...... W . . . 12-6 Gettysburg ...... W . . . .8-5 Delaware ...... W . . .17-5 Lafayette ...... W . . .19-7

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1974 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

Once again, the Dragon stickmen were a high scoring unit led by juniors Ira Peezick and Bob Ambler. Even though Drexel upped its schedule slightly, trying to meet a better brand of competition, the Blue and Gold scored 155 goals in a 12-game season. In Coach Tom Hayes' last season at Drexel University, spent on crutches and in a golf cart due to a serious auto accident, Drexel won 8, lost 4 and finished 7-2 in MAC play.

Ambler topped all NCAA University Division players in assists (40) and finished fourth in the country in total points (29 goals, 40 assists, 69 points). Peezick ended third in assists (35) and sixth in points (62). Freshman Jeff Miller ended an excellent rookie year in tenth place on the goals scoring list with 33.

Senior captains Jamie Hart (midfield) and Bob Montgomery (defense) were named, along with Ambler, to the Middle Atlantic Conference All- Star team. Peezick was a second team selection while the team's other captain, and the Coaches' Award winner, goalie Hank Gulbrandsen, was an honorable mention selectee.

Of the team's four losses, two were in overtime to nationally ranked Duke and F& M.

1974 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Robert Ambler Michael Martino James Bickley Jeffrey Miller Michael Burns Robert Montgomery (Capt.) Kevin Chain Geoffrey O'Donnell William DiMichele Niles Parker Gary Dolbashian Ira Peezick John Erickson George Pellak Henry Gulbrandsen (Capt.) John Peterson James Hart, Jr. (Capt.) Stephen Ranft Garth Heald Mark Scali Richard Holmes John Ververelli Stephen Johnson (Drew) Paul Buzas (Mgr.) David Klein Stuart Snyder (Mgr.) Stephen Leibert Stephen Maloney Head Coach Thomas Hayes 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 95

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1974 Season Record: 8-4

Duke ...... L . . .14-18, OT West Chesterr ...... W ...... 15-2 Penn State ...... L ...... 6-9 Bucknell ...... L ...... 5-9 Lehigh ...... W ...... 19-6 Widener ...... W ...... 13-1 Franklin & Marshall . . . . .L . . . .9-11, OT Swarthmore ...... W ...... 20-3 Gettysburg ...... W ...... 12-5 Stevens ...... W ...... 19-1 Delaware ...... W ...... 7-3 Lafayette ...... W ...... 16-2 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 96

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First Person: The 1970s Memories from Rich Guertin, ‘72

Coach Hayes used football practice and gym class as recruiting opportunities. He constantly was telling a number of us how great lacrosse was and challenging us to play a real sport. We would eventually find out he needed athletes to fill out the roster. Dave Callahan, Tom Frost and I agreed to join together and joined the team. We went out to the tennis courts where he was holding practice. He was surprised and excited that we were going to join. He took us to see Turk, the equipment manager, to get equipment. Turk asked us what kind of stick we wanted, and we all looked at each other because we didn't know what he was talking about. Turk sent us back to the coach, laughing as we went. Once we got that straightened out and got our sticks we found out for the first few months all you used them for was to pick up the balls and for the passes you didn't catch. Joining the lacrosse program was one of the best decisions we made. It was a great experience and made our time at Drexel that much more memorable. I have thanked Coach Hayes for encouraging us to learn how to play this great game.

Memories from Dan Romanchuk, ‘70

It was 1968 and I was defenseman in a practice scrimmage. I had the ball and was running up the sidelines. Out of nowhere came a middle by the name of Hackman (can't recall his first name). He decked me; man stick, helmet, and gloves went flying everywhere, and I laid face down on the ground. Eppy, in what I was told was a rare moment of concern, took a step towards me from the other side of the field. When he saw that I moved my hand, he stopped, turned around and said, "There's that G-D dumb Danny again. He's got the size, the speed, and the agility, he just doesn't think out there." I never forgot that and often tell it to others when I watch their performance in the world of business!

In 1969, Coach Hayes arrived. He moved me from defense to attack. Since I really couldn't catch or throw well, my only function was to screen the goalie. At 6'3" and 180 pounds, it was a function I could perform without messing up too badly. Coach Hayes never told me that teammates would be shooting at my body and I would have to move at the last second. It was those "in between the leg" shots that made me feel less than comfortable at my new position. During practice, Coach Hayes yelled, "This one's coming between your legs." He sprinted across with a side arm shot, Coach Hayes hit me squarely in the cup. Needless to say, it was a breathless moment. Hayes laughed and told the other middies and attackmen to practice that shot. He walked over to me and said, "Don't worry, you'll be okay. No one else on the team can shoot that hard!" He was right. I managed to have two children! 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 97

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P.S. Since I'm typing this, I'm going to add something that I hope some others have included: some of the mini reunions that took place at Coach Hayes' Rutgers lax camps in the 90's (in our case) and meeting up with former Drexel players and teammates who also had their kids at Tom's camps. Also another big highlight for Dan was when our son played against Tom's Rutgers team in the later 90's for the first time. Last, I haven't heard of Mrs. Epstein in several years except that she had moved to VA to live with her daughter but if she is still living, she just might enjoy a copy. As one of her students, I would see the very soft, gentlemanly side of Eppy when he would show up in one of her classes to make sure she had lunch or just to visit. ~Frieda Romanchuk

Memories from Lynn Ferguson, ‘72

Drexel vs. F&M, 1969 at F&M On a bright sunny day in April, Drexel traveled to Lancaster, Pa. to play Franklin & Marshall. This was Tom Hayes's fourth or fifth game as head coach and the team had one win at this time. We had little information about F&M's players, so they were unknown to us. However, a few of us had played football as freshmen against F&M, so there was a feeling that we had a good chance to win if we played a hard, physical game. This we did. We were not deep in players, so Pat Frederick and I were switching off on defense. I ran with the second midfield, and when they went off the field, I went to defense. When they came back, Pat came into on defense, and I went to mid-field. We were guarding the same attackman, and Pat was really working him over. I will never forget him complaining to the referee about the hard checks he was taking. It was a great day for Drexel as we won 6 to 5. Coach Hayes celebrated by buying, at a gift store outside of Lancaster, the biggest cigar I have ever seen. As the season rolled on, F&M built an impressive record and ended up winning our league. Looking back at that game after our season ended, I came to know how good F&M's team was. I realized that F&M should have won that game, but nobody ever told the Drexel players! It was reminiscent of many Drexel wins, where the opponent had superi- or talent, but Drexel had the better work ethic and spirit.

Drexel vs. Towson State, 1969 at Towson State Drexel traveled down to Baltimore to play Towson State. It was a great day for lacrosse, with not a cloud in the sky. Pat Frederick and I were still switching off on defense, and now Pat was also running occasionally on midfield. Many times during this game, we would simply exchange sticks as midfield lines changed. We were guarding the same attackman, a sophomore named Tim Mahoney. We totally frustrated him the whole game, and we ended up shutting him out-no goals and no assists. (Two years later, I got to play for the South in the North-South All-Star game, and Tim Mahoney was one of the South team attackman. He remembered that game because it was the only 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 98

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time in his career-grade school, high school, college and summer league-he was shutout.) Although Drexel lost this game 7-0, we left an impression on Carl Runk and his team. I remember Carl Runk pointed to Pat and warning his players, "Watch out, that guy is really mean."

Drexel vs. Lehigh, 1971 at Lehigh Lehigh was a nemesis for Drexel. Both schools were excellent engineering schools, and there was a strong spirit of competition between the schools. In many ways, I always felt that Lehigh looked down on Drexel because we were a city school and that our facilities were generally not as nice as theirs. Although this is a lacrosse history, it must be mentioned that Drexel played Lehigh in many sports, and the games were always hard fought. As a sophomore, Lehigh had beaten us in football 59 to 28 in the season opener for both schools. I can still hear the people packed in Lehigh's stands chanting "We want 60!" As a senior, we beat them 6-0 in our Homecoming game played as the second of a double header at Franklin Field. In lacrosse, we had not beaten Lehigh in recent history, and Coach Hayes' teams had lost to them in my sophomore and junior seasons. In addition, I knew quite a few of Lehigh's lacrosse players from high school and summer league. This sort of sets the stage for this rather sibling-like rivalry.

We played at Lehigh's field out in the Saucon Valley. Overall, Lehigh's players were bigger than Drexel's players, and as a team they had more experienced players. However, just as in the past fall's football game, Drexel's lacrosse team had something to prove to Lehigh. We wanted to show them that we could out-hustle them, out-play them, and beat them. The game ended up 4-2, in Drexel's favor, and I do not feel that the score is indicative of the game. I wish that I had ground ball stats, because I am sure that we dominated them in ground balls. In this game, Drexel had shown Lehigh that we could play lacrosse!

Drexel vs. CCNY, 1969 at CCNY This game was Tom Hayes's second game as Drexel's coach. We had been beaten badly by Penn in our first game, and we traveled to New York City to play CCNY. Several things stand out in my mind about this game. Like Drexel, CCNY was a city school, and their athletic field was something else. At one time, it must have been spectacular, but in 1969 it was something of a mausoleum. It had to outer structure of a coliseum, but the playing field had not one blade of grass on it, let alone the fact that several drainage grates were spaced along one side of the field. The gray sky and rain did not bright- en the picture.

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and had a clear field in front of me, so I ran down the field on a fast break. To my surprise, nobody ever came out to pick me up-probably because I was a defenseman. Once I got inside the restraining line, I had a clear shot on goal, so I bounced a shot and it went in! This was our first goal of the season, and it felt like it was a long time coming. On the bus ride home, Coach Hayes asked me how it felt about running on a midfield unit, and on Monday I had a middie stick to go with my defense stick.

Drexel vs. Penn State, 1970 scrimmage at PSU Penn State was not on our schedule in the early 70's. Coach Hayes had come to Drexel from Penn State, and he was able to schedule preseason scrimmages with them in 1969, '70 and '71. In 1970, we traveled to PSU in mid-March for this scrimmage. The weather typically is pretty crummy in central Pennsylvania at that time of year, so this was not a trip that anyone would take normally for spring break. However, we were excited to be going to State College to play such a well-known school. In our 1969 season was less than memorable, but we had a good group of players returning, and we had a real good group of sophomores who had great success as freshman under the freshman team coach, Randy Voigt. We were looking forward to a new season and great improvement.

While a scrimmage is a scrimmage, the score at the end showed Drexel ahead of Penn State! I truly do not remember much about the play on the field. What I did remember is the feeling at the end of the scrimmage, with Drexel outscoring the Nittany Lions! Coach Hayes was ecstatic, as we all were.

Athletes aren't superstitious-right? Well, before the scrimmage Pat Frederick and I had gone to Long's Dairy in State College for half-gallon milk shakes. After that, a bunch of us got ice ream at a little shop on 43rd Street before every home game, just for good luck!

These stories are not about lacrosse, but they are about lacrosse players and who the type of people that are attracted to Drexel and go on to reflect a positive light on themselves and on Drexel. ROTC used to be mandatory at Drexel, and many students went on to active service duty after graduations. Two stories involve heroic military service. The other two stories are about everyday life heroes.

Jerry Maden, '71: Jerry Maden was a football player turned lacrosse player, and I had the good fortune of running on a midfield with him and Jim Reed my junior year. While there are many lacrosse stories and other infamous stories that could be told about Jerry, there is one story worth reporting because it says a lot about Jerry and about the character of people associated with Drexel. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 100

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Jerry was ready to graduate, but he knew he was going into the military after Drexel. He knew he wanted to be a pilot, and he knew he needed some surgery to qualify. He had the surgery, and ended up flying helicopters in the Marines. Anyone who has seen the movie, "The Deer Hunter", has seen Jerry flying his helicopter as Saigon City was being evacuated. After ferrying many people from the US Embassy, Jerry's copter was the last one out of the com- pound on his last run. This was an in famous moment in the US military history, and despite bad national memories about Vietnam, many brave people fought there. Jerry Maden was one of them.

Tom Matthews, '72: Tom Matthews was an excellent pass receiver for Drexel's football team, and a team captain his senior year. He decided to try his hand at lacrosse his last two years of school and he became a fundamen- tally sound, hard working midfielder-the type of player any coach would wish to have on his team. With a low draft lottery number, Tom had stayed in ROTC at Drexel, and he went into the Army upon graduation. He made a career of it, working his way to a rank of Lt. Colonel upon retirement, and he has continued to work in the Department of Defense as a civilian. Much of his military career was spent at Fort Campbell, Kentucky, the home of the Special Operations Aviation Regiment, where he was one of "Night Stalkers". His most visible moment came in 1993, in Mogadishu, Somalia. The event was documented by Mark Bowden in a Pulitzer Prize winning series of articles in The Philadelphia Inquirer, later compiled into a best selling book Black Hawk Down: A Story of Modern War, and later made into a movie of the same title. Lt. Col. Matthews was the air support coordinator for this dangerous and ill-fated mission. Many times in sports, we hear phrases such as 'battle-tested' or 'stays cool under fire', and so forth. In a very trying, dangerous and seemingly overwhelming situation, Tom was tested in every possible way- physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. He was deservedly recognized for duty to his country in this combat. As to the Battle of the Black Sea, author Mark Bowen stated, this event "begged the central issue: As the world's only military superpower, should we stand by and let terrible human tragedies unfold?" This question is still with us.

Brian Cullinan, '72: Brian graduated with a Civil Engineering degree after being a standout defensive tackle in football and a defenseman in lacrosse. He was also a quiet, polite gentleman. After working in Philadelphia for several years, working in England on an engineering exchange program (where he played rugby), Brian returned to his hometown of Portland, Maine, to work in the family construction business with his father and twin brothers. Tragically, he was electrocuted while preparing a roofing bundle to be hoisted by crane to a building top. He had noticed the crane boom was close to an overhead high-tension line, and one of the twins was beginning to prepare the bundle for hoisting. After conferring with the crane operator and being assured that the condition was safe, he ordered his brother away from the 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 101

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load. Just in case the situation was dangerous, he assumed his brother's duties. As Brian feared, the situation was unsafe, as he became the link to ground as the high-tension line arced to the crane boom. He died instantly, but his father remarked, "Brian would rather it be him than his brother".

Tom Frost, '73: Frostie came to Drexel to play football, and ended up being a dependable, scrappy, hard-working middie. After graduation, he went on to get a PhD in Marine Biology. Later, he took a faculty position at the University of Wisconsin where he became a recognized specialist in water quality in the Great Lakes. One of his projects involved testing Lake Superior water at a rather northern location, where he had a laboratory facility built. His department came to use the location for vacations and special occasions, as well. In 1999, Tom and his family were at the center for work and for a little vacation over the Labor Day weekend. Lake Superior was high and cold as usual, with treacherous current. Tom's son ventured into the lake, got caught in the current and was in a dangerous situation. Tom went into the lake, saved his son, but in the process put himself in an unrecoverable position that cost him his life. A fine person as lost that day.

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1975 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

The Drexel lacrosse squad fared better than any other Dragon team during the 1974-75 season., Randy Voigt in his first year as head coach, assisted by Jeff Crowley, ended with an impressive 8-3 season record. Although an underclassmen-oriented team (16 freshmen and sophomores), senior co-captains Ira Peezick and Bob Ambler led the stickmen in victories over tough Duke, Franklin and Marshall and Gettysburg teams. Other Dragon wins came in games with Villanova, Lehigh, Widener, Swarthmore and Lafayette. Seniors Drew Johnson, Steve Maloney and George Peelak lent themselves well in the team's effort. The team's success was reached with outstanding performances by sophomore middle Jeff Miller, goalie Kevin Chain and freshman middle Jim Dunmire.

In the honor's category, Jeff O'Donnell was the recipient of the Major General Douglass T. Greene Award and sophomore Steve Ranft was chosen all-ECC midfield. By far, Bob Ambler brought home the most awards for the Blue and Gold. At season's end, he was the second top scorer in the conference, named to the All-ECC squad. He also received both the Epstein Memorial Award and the Lieutenant Thomas P. Greene Memorial Award

The Dragons won over the alumni 10-7 in their final game, ending the season in style.

1975 Season Record: 8-3

Duke ...... W . . . 13-9 Villanova ...... W . . . 13-3 Penn State ...... L . . . . 6-15 Bucknell ...... L . . . . 5-10 Lehigh ...... W . . . .8-7 Widener ...... W . . . 16-4 Franklin & Marshall . . .W . . .13-8 Swarthmore ...... W . . .24-9 Gettysburg ...... W . . . 15-6 Delaware ...... L . . . .9-15 Lafayette ...... W . . . 20-3 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:16 PM Page 103

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Robert Ambler (Capt.) Geoffrey O'Donnell James Bickley Ira Peezick (Capt.) George Carbonell George Pellak Kevin Chain Stephen Quigley John Cowley Stephen Ranft Daniel DiTomasso David Rega Vincent DiValerio James Ronon James Dunmire Mark Scali Garth Heald Dan Tourgee Stephen Johnson John Ververlli Paul Lamparski Stephen Maloney Head Coach Randy Voigt Jeffrey Miller 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 104

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1976 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

The Lacrosse team finished its season with a 10-5 win over Lafayette, bringing its season record to 5-6. Jeff Miller and Dennis Fink teamed for six assists.

1976 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

James Bickley William Lampe George Carbonell Joseph McKernan Kevin Chain Stephen Maloney John Cowley Jeffrey Miller Daniel DiTomasso Dennis Murray Vincent DiValerio Stephen Quigley Gary Dolbashian David Rega James Dunmire James Ronon Dennis Fink Jay Spahr William Fink Paul Lamparski Head Coach Randy Voigt 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 105

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1976 Season Record: 5-6

Amherst ...... W . . . 15-4 Villanova ...... W . . . 12-6 Penn State ...... L . . . 3-16 Bucknell ...... L . . . 6-14 Lehigh ...... L . . . . 6-9 Gettysburg ...... L . . . .4-6 Franklin & Marshall . .L . . .5-12 Swarthmore ...... W . . . .9-5 New York Inst ...... W . . . . 7-5 Delaware ...... L . . .9-13 Lafayette ...... W . . .10-5 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 106

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1977 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Robert Brown Josephy Mailey George Carbonell Joseph McKernan Anthony Coppa Jeffrey Miller John Cowley Dennis Murray Vincent DiValerio Peter Nowlan Dennis Fink Robert Paradis William Fink Stephen Quigley Ronald Forster David Rega Mark Hamilton Jeffrey Risenfeld William Houghton James Ronon David Klein Jay Spahr Paul Lamparski William Lampe Head Coach Randy Voigt

The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1977 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

The Lacrosse team posted a successful 8-4 season in 1977. Their biggest win was over 11th ranked Penn State on the Nittany Lions’ own field. Dennis Fink, Bob Paradis and Bill Houghton all earned All-ECC recognition. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 107

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1977 Season Record: 8-4

Amherst ...... W ...... 12-8 Lehigh ...... W ...... 14-9 Villanova ...... W ...... 17-5 Penn State ...... W ...... 9-7 Bucknell ...... L ...... 12-14 Dickinson ...... L . . . 13-14, OT Franklin & Marshalll . . . .L ...... 9-15 Swarthmore ...... W ...... 22-4 Delaware ...... L ...... 8-21 Lafayette ...... W ...... 20-7 Mt. St. Mary's ...... W ...... 16-10 Gettysburg ...... W ...... 16-11 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 108

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First Person: The 1970s Memory from Jay Spahr, ‘80

We were losing to Lehigh at half-time and Coach Randy Voigt was trying to motivate us with a passionate, challenging speech which ended with the line, "and how can you let a bunch of guys in brown uniforms take it to you?"

After witnessing one of our preseason scrimmages and feeling discouraged at the moment, he gave us his famous line, "you just can't shine s---." We went on to lose only two games that year, and had one of the best Drexel lacrosse seasons ever with Dennis Fink gaining All-American status.

Memory from Dennis Murray, ‘79

1st victory over Penn State-year 1977-at Penn State-This game is scheduled for Saturday night in April. We arrive by bus on Saturday afternoon and check in the hotel as the game will be completed too late to return the same day. When we arrive, the rain is coming down in buckets so the game gets postponed until Sunday morning.

Well as it turns out the Penn State boys were out partying on Saturday, and we fortunately were under close watch. Sunday morning turns out to be this clear crisp sunny day. We show-up as big underdogs, and the game begins with both teams trading goals until the beginning of the 4th quarter. Penn State has a man-up, and they move the ball around and find an open shooter. The player shoots high and I make the save, with that Dave Rega breaks- out for the clear, and I hit him in full stride. He proceeds to go down for a fast break and makes a few passes, and we score. That took the wind out of their sails, and we went on to win the game. The details are a little vague, but it was a great win especially since the Coach Voigt was a Penn State alum.

Memories from James Reed, '71

CCNY, 1969 We lost to Penn 25-0 in the opening game of the '69 season (Coach Hayes' first game as head coach). Rocky Wilson was injured prior to the game, so his participation was limed to timekeeper for the day, and we all gave him a hard time, insisted that the last quarter was 45 minutes long. At the CCNY game on the following Saturday, my recollection of Ferg's goal was that we had just broken their clear on a pass deflection as they crossed the midfield line, and we both started for the loose ball. I dropped off to grease the opponent at center midfield. Ferg, picked up the ball, and recognizing that their goalie was far outside the crease, he let loose with a 45 yard twine tickler from our defensive end of the field. After the "high-fives" were over, I remained at 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 109

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center for the next face-off. Prior to calling me down the ref asked, "How do you guys feel about your first goal of the year being scored by a defenseman?" I responded "He's the best player on the team. That won't be his last score." The ref agreed, and we continued the game. Personally, I had a terrible game, and in fact, the only thing I got right that day, with the exception of a few face-offs, was my assessment of Lynn Ferguson. My other memory of that game is the field-not a blade of grass. I'm sure that mud-covered con- crete would be another way of putting it.

Drexel vs. Lehigh I remember years of bad blood between the two teams. I remember separat- ing my shoulder in the last couple minutes of the 1970 game. We were down by three goals in the third quarter, and then rattled off three consecutive face- off fast break goals in less than a minute, but in the end we lost a heart breaker, 8-7. I recall working for Coach Hayes as a grad assistant in my senior year of 1971. One of my pre-game duties was to warm-up the goalie, Greg McClure, and during that year our playing relationship was close. As a youngster growing up 40 miles west of New York City, I remember Don Larsen pitching a perfect game in the 1956 World Series. To this day a news clip is shown occasionally on a TV sports show, with the catcher Yogi Berra charging the mound after the final pitch and jumping onto Don Larsen in celebration. At the final whistle of the '71 Lehigh game, I recall sprinting from the box toward Greg to congratulate him for his rock-solid performance and the victory. To us, that day, beating Lehigh was a big thrill as we had experienced in lacrosse, and I'm sure Greg and I momentarily mirrored the footage of the Larson-Berra film clip. Every time I see the clip on TV, I think of Drexel vs. Lehigh, 1971, and Greg's repetitive words in celebration, "We beat Lehigh", as the thrill of victory was setting in.

Towson State, 1968 I believe Coach Runk was in his rookie season (or at least one of the early seasons) as the Towson head coach in 1968, when he brought his team to Drexel. Coach Runk made a prolonged argument with the ref about a call, and Eppy was nodding at the ref's every word. Finally Runk said "OK, look it up. It's in the rule book", to which Eppy responded "Damn-it son, I wrote the rulebook." Play resumed immediately. After graduation, I did not see Coach Runk again until the NCAA championship weekend of 1991, and subsequent- ly spoke with him on numerous occasions at the annual Lacrosse Coaches and Officials conventions during the 90's. Carl assumed a leading role at the conventions, and was at the speaker's platform several times daily throughout these events. He is an excellent speaker and storyteller. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 110

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Alumni I remember the camaraderie of the Epmen alumni as well as their respect and admiration for Eppy, as they returned to the annual early-spring alumni game. Certainly they all wanted to take a few more runs on the field for old-times' sake, and they all looked forward to getting a post-graduate dose of criticism from the mentor, such as "He never did understand footwork" or "Pure athletic ability, no fundamentals!" However, they also participated in the annual pil- grimage to enjoy the post-game festivities. In spring training of my sophomore year (1968), Eppy noted my endurance and moved me from defense to midfield. To told me "Don't try to shoot, just face-off, pick up ground balls, and check sticks and bodies like Garfalo and Nowak taught you last year, but now you can do it on the whole field instead of just one end." I therefore understood that Eppy expected my participation to be somewhat physical, and I fulfilled that expectation in the '68 alumni game when I planted one of the alumni in the mud. The injured alumnus returned from the hospital with is arm strapped to his chest and insisted to Eppy that it was time to move the game to Cavanaugh's, and with that Eppy called the game, the varsity depart- ed to the locker room and fraternity houses, and the alumni reminisced at the pub with their mentor until who knows when.

Lafayette, '70 Following the Kent State deaths in the spring of 1970, campuses across the nation demonstrated, rebelled, and rioted over Vietnam and the military establishment in general. Fraternities, clubs, and teams were polarized over the issue, and our team was no exception. Several of us were participants in advanced Army ROTC or had made commitments for OCS in another branch after graduation, with the intention of serving in the military and perhaps Vietnam. Others, who had all experienced mandatory ROTC as freshmen, were known about campus for their anti-war sentiments. The unfortunate Kent State incident escalated our ideological differences to a feverish debate of right or wrong. Throughout the country, college sporting events were cancelled. In many cases, significant portions of entire teams quit for the season in protest. At least three solid-performing sophomores on our team openly expressed that they were considering the same type of protest action. As a team, both collectively and in small groups, we wrestled with our mutual feel- ings on the matter. However, for the last game of the season, the entire team made the trip to Lafayette, the last college lacrosse game for some of us. It was not a fair game. Numerous of the Lafayette team had carried out their protest action and refused to play, including their goalie. As team co-captain, I remember personally thanking three of our guys for sticking with the team in the face of the emotion of those difficult days in the spring of 1970. Early during the return bus trip, we convinced Coach Hayes to stop to find another big cigar. In that process, a few of us managed to smuggle a couple cases of pop into the rear of the bus, and we soon learned that one of our teammates couldn't handle his pop. I remember the victory on that day, but not the 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 111

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score, and very few game details. I remember that with the exception of the team member who took ill, the return ride to Philly was enjoyable, but I don't remember details. Of that day, I remember foremost the three men who placed commitment to their team ahead of their individual ideological passion: Sonny Bajowski, Kenny Benjes, and Chris Rahn. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 112

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1978 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

The 1978 lacrosse team ended their season with an impressive 10-2 record. Not only were they tri-champions of the East Coast Conference, but three of their team members were on the national honor roll - Dennis Fink, Ron Forster and Dennis Murray. The lacrosse team was also featured in the final 1978 statistics released by the United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association.

1978 Season Record: 10-2

Amherst ...... W ...... 16-8 Penn State ...... L ...... 8-12 Villanova ...... W ...... 14-3 Lehigh ...... W ...... 13-9 Dickinson ...... W ...... 19-7 Franklin & Marshall . . . .W ...... 17-8 Swarthmore ...... W ...... 16-3 Bucknell ...... L ...... 11-13 Delaware ...... W ...... 15-11 Lafayette ...... W ...... 13-8 Mt. St. Mary's ...... W ...... 29-7 Gettysburg ...... W ...... 17-12 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 113

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1979 Season Record: 8-4

Franklin & Marshall . . . .W ...... 11-5 West Chester ...... W ...... 27-2 Villanova ...... W ...... 16-5 Lehigh ...... W ...... 10-3 Dickinson ...... W . . . . 10-9, OT Penn State ...... L . . .10-11, OT Swarthmore ...... W ...... 17-2 Bucknell ...... L ...... 6-15 Delaware ...... L ...... 16-19 Lafayette ...... W ...... 15-6 Duke ...... L ...... 6-9 Gettysburg ...... W ...... 10-9

1979 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Hugo Del Villar Andrew Milstein Bruce Dillard Mark Moschella John Fechter Dennis Murray William Fink Robert Paradis Ronald Forster Patrick Pasquariello Richard Franke David Schofield Paul Garrity Peter Shoudy Robert Hoover Jay Spahr William Houghton Steven Kranzley Head Coach Randy Voigt Joseph Mailey 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 115

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1979 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

Randy Voigt, in his fifth year as head coach, directed his 1979 lacrosse team to an 8-4 record while raising his Drexel coaching mark to 39-19.

Junior Dragon stickman Ron Forster, midfielder Joe Mailey and swing- man Bob Paradis, Drexel's All-ECC picks, led this year's squad despite a serious late-season manpower shortage. Forster led the attack with 32 goals and 38 assists. Paradis was next with 27 goals, 21 assists and Bob Hoover contributed 31 goals with 15 assists.

At midfield, Mailey and Jerry Fechter combined for 52 points and some excellent defense as well.

In goal, MVP Dennis Murray finished with an unbelievavle 68.3% save average in 11 games, saving 185 shots. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 116

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1980 Season Record: 4-6

Villanova ...... W ...... 15-5 Dickinson ...... W ...... 14-9 Franklin & Marshall . . . .W ...... 14-10 Penn State ...... L ...... 8-14 Bucknell ...... L ...... 8-10 Delaware ...... L ...... 8-12 Lafayette ...... L ...... 11-13 Lehigh ...... W ...... 18-17 Towson ...... L ...... 6-19 Duke ...... L ...... 10-12 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 117

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First Person: The 1980s Memories from Bob Hoover ‘80

The first time I saw Drexel play lacrosse was my senior year in high school (WC Henderson 1977). Drexel was playing Gettysburg during the 1977 season at the Powelton Avenue field. I had already made my decision to go to Drexel partly because of the co-op program and the fact that some of the best lacrosse players ever at my high school went there; Garth Heald, Jeff Miller, and Danny DiTomasso.

During the Gettysburg game I saw Jeff Miller take a feed from Dennis Fink and shoot it behind his back for a goal. I had never seen that in a game. Jeff Miller was the best crease attack man I ever saw. After the game we went to the May 10 party and saw the Drexel team hanging out. I was so excited that I was going to Drexel the next year.

During my recruiting trip, Randy Voigt was taking me to the field for the first time. I remember him driving down Market Street and pointing out the State Store at 40th on Market saying that I would need to know where that was.

The fall of my freshman year I commuted from my parents’ home in West Chester. We had a large incoming freshman class with kids predominately from the Philadelphia area. They were great lacrosse players and some really quality individuals including Pat Pasquariello, Bruce Dillard, Drew Millstien, Mark Mocschella, Jerry Fecther and Hugo Del Villar. We followed perhaps Randy's best recruiting class which included: Joe Mailey, Ron Forster, Mark Hamilton and Bobby Paradis.

Memories of the 1978 Season: The 1978 season ended with Drexel at 10-2 and tied with Delaware and Bucknell for the ECC title.

My very first practice in the spring of my freshman year, we were in the park- ing lot at 43rd and Powelton. The one thing I remember about that practice was the intensity of Dennis Fink. He was full speed every moment of every practice and every game!

Also, Tony Coppa singing "Under the Boardwalk" in the locker room of the Armory; Doing steps from the basement to the top of the recreation center. Running skipping hopping; Randy's green van; Tony Coppa doing a head- stand in a puddle during the game against Swarthmore; Jimmy Ronon calling everyone "Dad"; Dennis Fink dueling Peter von Hoffman of Bucknell; Bobby Paradis and Jay Sphar (both of Springfield) yelling at the top of their lungs before each game. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 119

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A cold day against ranked (11th) Delaware, playing on the football field at Powelton Avenue. Dennis Fink with fire in his eyes raising the intensity of everyone on the Drexel team. Dennis getting a fight with the face-off man for Delaware. Mike Congliano (a freshman) coming off the bench to help Dennis. Dennis and the Delaware player getting thrown out in the 3rd quarter with Drexel leading. Everyone on the Drexel team maintaining the level of intensity that Dennis Fink set and beating Delaware 15-10 for our first win against Delaware.

The bus ride home from Gettysburg at the completion of the season and Dennis Fink's career. The genuine feeling for that team and that moment is something that I will never forget.

Dennis Fink making the prestigious North-South All Star game and being highlighted in Sports Illustrated Faces in the Crowd.

Memories of the 1979 Season: Another great recruiting class by Randy Voigt adding Louis Hamiliton, Bruce Oswald, Bobby Erwine, Steve Nickerson and Dave Scofield.

Rooming with the captain Dennis Murray: a great goalie. We had an apartment on 44th street near the Penn campus and around the corner from Koch's delicatessen. Still the best sandwiches I have ever had.

Playing against West Chester University and a defenseman (someone I played with in High School) asking me if the buildings next to the field (projects) were our dormitories.

Leading Penn State in a night game at Jeffries Field in State College late in the game. The fans on the sidelines and stands were all yelling at us and Bobby Paradis looking at me and saying "doesn't this feel great!"

Losing the Penn State game in overtime and everything unraveling after that.

Will Fink with a black eye and his shoulder separated and in a sling. He looked like a warrior.

Memories from the 1980 Season: Randy Voigt introducing fitness drills utilized by the Nebraska Football team.

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Memories of the 1981 Season: Playing another year with Mark Hamilton an unbelievable athlete and great competitor.

Our starting attack unit including Bruce Oswald. Benson Goldberger and myself all being less than 5'10". OK, Benson was maybe 5'10" and Ozzie and I were at best 5'8".

Beating Bucknell in Lewisburg under the lights for our first ever victory against Bucknell.

Getting stomped by Towson in Baltimore and Scott Caruthers telling me he was sorry this had to happen my senior year.

Memories of Ed Guarino, '84 My favorite memories included:

Playing Penn State and being 4 or 5 men down due to a brawl and still being able to score on them.

Coach Voigt keeping records of dips, chin-ups, roman chairs and body fat.

Taking the "EL" to practice and finding out the hard way that the "B" train doesn't stop at 46th street.

Memories of Linda Harper Easton, '89

One of my fondest memories of Drexel lacrosse was the Penn State game in 1985 (I was team manager/stat keeper). The game was tied and went into OT. Towards the end of the 2nd OT, freshman Craig Forsyth (DU '89) scored the winning goal and jubilation erupted. It was quite a victory for the team and Coach Randy Voigt (to beat his Alma matter).

We never beat them again in my time there and that victory was very sweet.

Memories of Dan Pechin, ‘91

Having come to Drexel in the fall of 1986 from Penncrest High school in suburban Philadelphia with lacrosse as only a club sport, as you can imagine, the level of play and types of players at Drexel were quite different from what I was used to. My first practice with the squad, I remember looking around the room and being thoroughly intimidated by the physical size of many of the players, Randy Cramp was our captain at 6'6" and probably 240 lbs. Not an ounce of fat. Steve Rubin, a Long Island kid that transferred to Drexel from the University of Miami, quickly made himself known with his rough and tum- 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 121

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ble style of play, his beard and his mustache. Later, he earned (in every sense of the word) the nickname "dirtball" for a number of reasons. He later became my roommate for the 4 of my 5 years at Drexel and is a good friend.

My first year, 1987, quite frankly, I got aroused, and despite my lack of talent Randy Voigt and Mark Moschella kept me around and let me become a long stick middie. There was an entire cast of characters that made their marks on me (literally and figuratively). Upperclassmen like Tom Charno, Dave Frank, Jim Rodgers, Kevin Blake (Beach), Pete Alvanos, and Alvin Bowman, to name just a few, showed me just what Division I lacrosse was all about. Rough, tough, lightening fast, and a ton of fun, win or lose. We had a great time, and a good team, though our record showed otherwise.

I have vivid memories of Jim Rodgers dating our manager, Lynn (whose last name escapes me). Pete Alvanos, Pidge, Dave Pruitt, and Tom Charno used to lead the entire team in rousing renditions of "Is she really going out with Jim" to the tune of Joe Jackson's "Is she really going out with him" from the back of our bus on away games in an effort to thoroughly embarrass Jim and Lynn. It worked.

In the summer of 1987, a fellow freshman by the name of Brian Gerber was tragically killed in a car accident. Though most of us only knew him for a year or so, we all grew to like him a lot. He was a funny, talented, hard-nosed kid from Abington that you couldn't help but like. I don't know who organized the trip, but when we got news of the tragedy about twenty players and Randy Voigt got together and went to Gerber's parents house to pay our respects to the family. Brian's roommate, Andrew Geissler, and Coach Voigt went to the front door to let him know we were there. When Mrs. Berber saw Drew, and Randy walked through the door, the pain and anguish that emanated from her was heard by us all the way out at the street. Mr. And Mrs. Gerber and their family came out to thank us all for coming. They were touched by the fact that we were there. I guess it was then that I realized just how much of a family the Drexel Lacrosse program was.

On to a brighter topic…the "old timers" gave way to new names and talents in 1988 that also left their marks on me (stitches and scars include, from inci- dents both on and off the field). Terry McGurk, Steve Rubin, and Mike Tordone and I shared a house at 38th and Pearl Street for one year that was home to many post-game "celebrations". We later shared a place on 36th and Lancaster Avenue that was also a common gathering spot. Mike Twohig, Joe (Slack) Brothers, Andy Levin, John Coastalas, Keith Mecca (Bubba), Walt Hopkin, Drew Fader, Jeff Giza, each made lasting impressions (so to speak) in their own ways.

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hardest shots (and he packed some heat) directly; not a bounce, not a deflection, but square and hard to the "family jewels", and no, he was not wearing a cup. Sarge's knees hit his chest before his butt hit the ground. There was a line of people waiting to see Bud at the equipment counter within minutes of the incident. Luckily, I understand, Sarge recovered quite well. I haven't heard if he had any kids yet, but did have a hell of a tryout with the choir that year.

I recall watching Mr. Twohig, a giant of a man; almost single-handedly break up a bench-clearing brawl between Drexel and, either Lafayette or Lehigh, at Drexel field. He stood in the middle of the field, and with a couple of booming commands, parted the two teams like Moses parting the Red Sea. It was amazing.

I had the privilege and honor to be named captain of our team in 1990 and though the season is a blur in my mind, I can recall stellar efforts by many of the people mentioned above, again, despite our less-than stellar record. It was a humbling experience to be given the opportunity to lead a team of players, most of whom had far more lacrosse knowledge, experience, and talent that I, but who still treated me with respect.

I was further given the privilege of being an "assistant coach" my senior year, 1991, and watched as John Colt became the second leading point scorer in Drexel History with over 200 points. John Colt and Derek Gibbons were both all-conference selections for the ECC that year as seniors. The two of them were what seemed to be a "package deal" from Fallston, Maryland and had some of the best on-field chemistry together that I have ever seen. Derek had one of the hardest shots I have ever seen.

Above all though, through the highs and lows, the wins and the many losses, the good times and the bad, both on and off the field, lasting friendships and many memories remain to this day. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 123

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124 1981 Season

1981 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Scott Carruthers Michael McDevitt Hugh Del Villar Andrew Milstein John Desmond. Mark Moschella Bruce Dillard William Myers Robert Erwine Steven Nickerson John Fechter Bruce Oswald Benson Goldberger Patrick Pasquariello James Grimes David Rodgers Mark Grochmal David Schofield Edward Guarino Daniel Souder Mark Hamilton Daniel Yentz Mark Hammer Mark Batty (Mgr.) Robert Hoover Martin Kosiak Head Coach Randy Voigt Matthew Kosiak 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 125

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1981 Season Record: 4-7

Kutztown ...... W 11-10, OT Villanova ...... W . . . . 16-5 Dickinson ...... L . . . . 6-15 Penn State ...... L . . . .5-16 Lehigh ...... W . . .17-15 Franklin & Marshall . . .L . . . . .8-9 Bucknell ...... W . . . .11-9 Delaware ...... L . . . .7-14 Lafayette ...... L . . 8-9, OT Air Force ...... L . . . .9-11 Towson ...... L . . . . 9-17

The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1981 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

Randy Voigt, Drexel's lacrosse coach, would certainly agree with the old adage that "close only counts in horsehoes." His team's final 4-7 record shows three games that were lost by a total of four goals.

Despite these disappointing close calls, Drexel University's lacrosse team did experience a number of bright moments. For example, senior attackman Bob Hoover went over 100 career goals and finished as the squad's leading scorer with 22 goals and 18 assists. Hoover's four-year total of 120 goals places him third on the all-time Drexel scoring list. Another bright spot came with the 11-9 victory over conference powerhouse Bucknell, a team that Drexel has never defeated before. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 126

126 1982 Season

1982 Season Record: 6-7

Kutztown ...... W . . . . 12-6 Villanova ...... W . . . . 12-5 Duke ...... L . . . .9-16 Dickinson ...... W . . . . 17-6 Swarthmore ...... W . . . . 12-7 Lehigh ...... W . . . . 14-5 Gettysburg ...... W . . . . 15-5 Penn State ...... L . . . 12-19 Bucknell ...... L . . . 11-12 Delaware ...... L . . . . .8-13 Lafayette ...... L . . . .9-11 Loyola ...... L . . .11-19 Rutgers ...... L . . . .5-19

1982 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Thomas Berk, III Mark Hammer Scott Carruthers Daniel Hobson, Jr. David Castle Martin Kosiak Kevin Charno Matthew Kosiak Nathaniel Cohen Thomas Lang Francis Donnelly Charles Magness, Jr. Timothy Dowling Michael McDevitt Timothy Ellis Stephen Nickerson Robert Erwine Bruce Oswald John Fechter David Rodgers Paul Garrity Daniel Shouder Edward Guarino Steve Tatios C. Alan Geiger Daniel Yentz Benson Goldberger James Grimes Head Coach Randy Voigt Andrew Hammer 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 127

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1982 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

Drexel University’s lacrosse team entered the 1982 season as a squad with a bit to prove. After their loss to NCAA Tournament-bound Rutgers in the season finale, the Dragons closed out the season having proved a few things - but not as much as they had hoped.

The Dragons’ 6-7 record represented a good deal of improvement on last year’s 4-7 mark, but not as much as Head Coach Randy Voigt would have liked. After jumping off to a 5-1 start, the Dragons slipped to 5-5, losing games to conference foes Bucknell, Delaware and Lafayette.

The season did prove, however, that Drexel could score points. Featuring their most high-powered offense in years, the Dragons had the East Coast Conference’s leading scorer in goals, assists and overall points. Tops in goals was Scott Carruthers who total 36 over the 13- game season. He also had 21 assists to give him the ECC title in points.

Dave Castle broke the record for points scored as a freshman, totaling 52 and finished in the nation’s top ten in assists with 37. Bruce Oswald, the team’s other attackman, had 32 goals and was among the league leaders in that category.

Going back to midfield, Mark Hammer managed to score 13 goals and one assist despite being hampered by an injured thigh for most of the season. With most of the players returning, the outlook for the 1983 season is promising. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 128

128 1983 Season

1983 Season Record: 4-8

Kutztown ...... L . . . 10-11 Villanova ...... W . . . . 12-5 Penn State ...... L . . . . 8-14 Dickinson ...... W . . . . .19-6 Swarthmore ...... L . 9-10, OT Lehigh ...... W . . . .17-7 Towson ...... L . . . . 7-17 Bucknell ...... L 11-12, OT Lafayette ...... W . . .12-10 Loyola ...... L . . .11-16 Gettysburg ...... L . . . .9-10 Delaware ...... L . . . 11-14 18436_01_text.qxp 10/25/2004 11:28 AM Page 129

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1983 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Matthew Bonner Charles Johnston Scott Carruthers Martin Kosiak J.R. Castle Matthew Kosiak Thomas Charno Charles Magness, Jr. Nathaniel Cohen Stephen Nickerson Robert Corner Bruce Oswald Francis Donnelly David Rodgers Timothy Dowling Daniel Souder Peter Duffy Steve Tatios Richard Franke David Ulmer Paul Garrity Alan Winig Benson Goldberger Daniel Yentz James Grimes Head Coach Randy Voigt Mark Hammer Head Coach Randy Voigt 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 130

130 1984 Season

1984 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Thomas Berk, III Matthew Kosiak Matthew Bonner Charles Magness Eric Brakman Christopher Maits Kevin Charno Jeffrey Mansfield Thomas Charno Thomas Purvenas Robert Corner David Rodgers Randall Cramp Daniel Souder Francis Donnelly Matthew Wells Timothy Dowling William Wentworth David Fass David Williamson David Fredericksen Daniel Yentz David Henry Charles Johnston Head Coach Randy Voigt Martin Kosiak 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 131

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1984 Season Record: 5-10

Kutztown ...... W 12-11, OT Villanova ...... L . . . . . 4-7 Penn State ...... L . . . .6-13 Dickinson ...... W . . . 17-14 Swarthmore ...... L . . . . 5-12 Lehigh ...... W . . . . . 8-7 Georgetown ...... W . . .12-11 Rutgers ...... L . . . .4-17 Bucknell ...... L . . . .3-17 Towson ...... L . . . 10-21 Lafayette ...... L . . .15-17 Loyola ...... L . . . .3-20 Air Force ...... L . . . . 6-13 Gettysburg ...... W . . . .16-7 Delaware ...... L . . . .5-23 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 132

132 1985 Season

1985 Season Record: 6-7

Kutztown ...... L ...... 12-14 Villanova ...... W ...... 10-6 Penn State ...... W . . . 14-13, OT Dickinson ...... L ...... 7-14 Swarthmore . . . . .W ...... 11-10 Georgetown . . . . .W ...... 14-5 Rutgers ...... L ...... 3-25 Bucknell ...... L ...... 10-15 Towson ...... L ...... 8-20 Lafayette ...... W ...... 11-9 Lehigh ...... W ...... 17-11 Gettysburg ...... L ...... 13-15 Delaware ...... L ...... 5-13 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 133

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1985 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

The 1985 men’s varsity lacrosse team finished its season in fourth place with a 6-7-0 record. The younger members of the team attained the necessary playing experience to help provide for future teams.

Head Coach Randy Voigt had a strong attack force on his team with juniors David Fass, Rob Corner and Tom Charno. The Drexel goalkeeper was senior Charlie Magness.

The team made it to the ECC Championships and finished with a 2-3 league record. Rob Corner led the ECC series in assists with 25. David Fass had 16 assists for fifth place. Corner finished fourth in scoring with 43 points and a 3.31 average. Charles Magness was the third-leading goalkeeper with a .581 percentage, Fass and Tom Charno finished in fifth and sixth place in the goals column with 1.85 and 1.77 averages, respectively.

1985 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Thomas Berk, III Charles Magness Matthew Bonner Christopher Maits Alvin Bowman Norman Ozazewski Kevin Charno James Rodgers Thomas Charno Thomas Rzeczycki Robert Corner Matthew Wells Randall Cramp Daniel Yentz Francis Donnelly Lisa Blanco (Mgr.) Timothy Dowling Linda Harper (Mgr.) David Fass John Forsythe Head Coach Randy Voigt 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 134

134 1986 Season

1986 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Peter Alvanos Christopher Maits Russell Anderman Kevin Messerle Kevin Blake Norman Ozazewski Matthew Bonner (Capt.) Andrew Pennoni Alvin Bowman James Rodgers Thomas Charno Thomas Rzeczycki Robert Corner (Capt.) Steven Schaefer Randall Cramp Anthony Sutton Christopher DeBernardi John Tichi Patrick Dennin Mitchell Weiman John Ford John Wood John Forsythe Linda Harper (Mgr.) David Frank Keith Fry Head Coach Randy Voigt Henry Kacala 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 135

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1986 Season Record: 5-8

Gettysburg ...... W ...... 23-12 Dickinson ...... W ...... 13-9 Penn State ...... L ...... 10-15 Villanova ...... W ...... 9-8 Georgetown . . . . .W ...... 11-9 Bucknell ...... W ...... 18-14 Towson ...... L ...... 5-15 Lafayette ...... L ...... 13-15 Kutztown ...... L ...... 15-17 Rutgers ...... L ...... 8-15 Lehigh ...... L ...... 7-14 Hofstra ...... L ...... 13-23 Delaware ...... L ...... 9-24 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 136

136 1987 Season

The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1987 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

The men’s lacrosse team, coached by Head Coach Randy Voigt (12th season) and assistant coaches Mark Moschella, Rob Corner and Bob Cohen, achieved a 4-9 season record this year. The overall record for the team is 77-81.

Highlights of the season include the win over Lafayette,an ECC opponent, and Georgetown University.

Several honors were awarded to the team players this season. Tom Charno received two awards, the Herman Epstein Memorial and the Team Most Valuable Player. He finished tied for 8th on the All-Time scoring list (99G, 56A, 155 PTS). Charno also finished tied for fourth in career goals (99). Other awards included Kevin Masselle for the Most Improved Player. Alvin Bowman received the Ground Ball Award (120), and Kevin Blake obtained Outstanding PLayer Award for the season.

Next year is speculated to be even more promising with many of the top players returning.

1987 Season Record: 4-9

Pennsylvania . . . .L ...... 6-23 Michigan St...... L . . 0-1 (Forfeit) Gettysburg ...... L . . 0-1 (Forfeit) Kutztown ...... W ...... 18-4 Penn State ...... L ...... 13-20 Villanova ...... W ...... 16-9 Georgetown . . . . .W ...... 10-7 Bucknell ...... L ...... 9-16 Towson ...... L ...... 6-23 Lafayette ...... W ...... 10-6 Lehigh ...... L ...... 7-12 Hofstra ...... L ...... 9-14 Delaware ...... L ...... 7-15

sse F ro ac ac t L Professional Indoor Lacrosse was revived in 1987 with teams in Baltimore, New York, Philadelphia and Washington. There are now 13 teams in this league representing cities in the U.S. and Canada. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 137

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1987 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Pete Alvanos (Capt.) Brian Gerber Russ Anderman Matthew Hammer Jim Bean Mark Laur Kevin Blake John McGlade Alvin Bowman Kevin Messerle Ted Cam Norm Ozazewski Tom Charno (Capt.) Paul Palidino Randy Cramp Dan Pechin (Capt.) Andrew Pennoni Chirs DeBernardi David Pruitt Anthony DiIenno Jim Rodgers Rolly D'Ortone Steve Rubin John Ford Steve Schaefer Craig Forsythe Rick Smith Brendan Fox Tony Sutton Dave Frank Mitch Weiman Keith Fry Andy Geisler Head Coach Randy Voigt 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 138

138 1988 Season

1988 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Kevin Blake Michael McCabe Alvin Bowman (Capt.) Terry McGurk Christopher Bryan Kevin Messerle John Colt Norm Ozazewski (Capt.) Brendan Fox Jim Patton Dave Frank Dan Pechin Keith Fry Andrew Pennoni Andy Geisler Jim Rodgers (Capt.) Brian Gerber Steve Rubin Derek Gibbons Steve Schaefer Matt Hammer Rick Smith Keith Hollingshead Matt Warne Joel Huston John Wood Andrew Levin Joe Luthe Head Coach Randy Voigt 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 139

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1988 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

The men’s lacrosse team was coached by Randy Voigt. Captains Alvin Bowman, Norm Ozazewski and Jim Rodgers received the Ground Ball Award and Game Ball Awards, respectively. Game Ball Awards were also given to John Colt, Kevin Blake and Kevin Messerle, and Outstanding Defensive Award to Keith Fry. John Colt received Drexel’s Co-Outstanding Freshman Athlete Award.

1988 Season Record: 4-8

Western Maryland . .L . . . . .10-11 Gettysburg ...... W ...... 12-5 Penn State ...... L ...... 7-16 Villanova ...... W ...... 7-6 Georgetown ...... L ...... 7-10 Bucknell ...... L . .11-12, OT Towson ...... L ...... 9-21 Lafayette ...... L ...... 8-14 Kutztown ...... W ...... 14-4 Lehigh ...... W ...... 12-7 Hofstra ...... L ...... 6-20 Delaware ...... L . . . . .12-17 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 140

140 1989 Season

1989 Season Record: 3-10

Whittier ...... L . . . . . 11-18 Vermont ...... L ...... 6-9 Western Maryland .W ...... 15-8 Penn State ...... L ...... 6-13 Villanova ...... L ...... 3-8 Georgetown ...... W ...... 11-8 Bucknell ...... L ...... 7-10 Towson ...... L ...... 3-20 Lafayette ...... L ...... 4-10 Kutztown ...... W ...... 18-4 Lehigh ...... L . . . . .12-13 Hofstra ...... L ...... 7-17 Delaware ...... L ...... 6-22 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 141

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1989 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Kevin Barrett Kevin Messerle Kevin Blake John Nederfield Bill Brandreth Joe Nocella Theodore Cam Jeff Papa John Colt Dan Pechin Mike Ewing Andrew Pennoni Andrew Fader Paul Ptaszek Craig Forsythe Steven Schaefer Keith Fry Rick Smith Derek Gibbons Mike Tordone Jeffrey Giza Mike Twohig Mike Hoffer Matthew Warne Walter Hopkin John Wood Joel Huston Andrew Levin Head Coach Randy Voigt Terry McGurk

The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1989 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

The 1989 Dragons finished the season 0-6 in the ECC and 3-10 overall. With their only victories coming against Western Maryland, Georgetown and Kutztown, the Dragons didn’t have much to cheer about this season. Offensively, Drexel tallies were scored by the foursome of John Colt, Kevin Barrett, Jeff Giza and Derek Gibbons, who wound up with 19, 23, 15 and 13 goals, respectively. While the Dragons scored 109 goals on 344 shots collectively, the goaltending duo of Kevin Messerle and Joel Huston allowed 160 goals on 365 shots to average 12.31 goals-against, putting the Dragons on the short end of the losing stick. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 142

142 1990 Season

1990 Season Record: 2-11

Vermont ...... L . . . . . 10-14 Western Maryland . .L . . . . .10-15 Penn State ...... L ...... 9-16 Villanova ...... L . . . . . 10-20 Georgetown ...... L ...... 7-15 Bucknell ...... L . . . . . 10-16 Towson ...... L ...... 2-22 Lafayette ...... L . . . . . 12-20 Lehigh ...... L ...... 7-11 Hofstra ...... L ...... 4-22 Delaware ...... L ...... 9-18 Scranton ...... W ...... 18-7 Kutztown ...... W . . . . .15-10

The Lacrosse Rules specify that a solid rubber ball will rebound 43-51 sse F ro ac ac t inches when dropped on to a firm L floor from a height of 72 inches. The diameter must be 2.54 inches. The velocity of hard shot approaches 100 miles per hour.

1990 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Kevin Barrett Kyle Johnson Bill Brandeth Andrew Levin Dan Carl Terry McGurk Jeff Cave Keith Mecca Joe Christie Jeff Papa Brent Ciliano James Patton John Colt Dan Pechin Mike Ewing Mike Rama Andrew Fader Mike Romeo Derek Gibbons Greg Slack Jeffrey Giza Jeff Slack Dan Gray Mike Tordone Mike Hoffer Mike Twohig Walter Hopkin Matthew Warne Edward Ibe Head Coach Randy Voigt 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 143

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144 1991 Season

1991 Season Record: 4-9

West Chester . . . . .W . . . . .12-10 Vermont ...... L ...... 5-19 Penn State ...... L ...... 8-16 Western Maryland .W . . . . . 12-11 Mt. St. Mary's ...... Postponed Villanova ...... L ...... 9-20 Georgetown ...... L ...... 8-15 UMBC ...... L ...... 9-15 Towson ...... L ...... 9-19 Lafayette ...... L . . . . . 10-17 Hofstra ...... L . . . . . 11-21 Lehigh ...... W ...... 15-9 Scranton ...... W ...... 17-5 Delaware ...... L ...... 9-18 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 145

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1991 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

The Drexel Lacrosse team worked and played hard this past season, and those recognized for their performances were John Colt, attackman, and Derek Gibbons, midfielder. Both were named as All-Conference selections for the East Coast Conference. John Colt also became the second-leading point scorer in Drexel history with 217 points and is only the third player to score over 200 career points. Upon completion of the season, the team held an instructional clinic with the Abington Lacrosse Club in early May. The clinic was held to help promote the game as well as to give something back to the community. The clinic allowed the Drexel players to work with younger kids and help them to better develop their skills as future lacrosse players.

1991 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Andrew Beaman Andrew Levin Dan Carl Garth Little Jason Cava Terry McGurk Joe Christie Keith Mecca Brent Ciliano Mike Romeo John Colt Jed Salter John Costalas Kurt Shenk Mike Ewing Mike Tordone Andrew Fader Mike Twohig (Capt.) Derek Gibbons Matthew Warne Jeff Giza (Capt.) Mike Wiley Dan Gray Walter Hopkin (Capt.) Head Coach Randy Voigt Kyle Johnson 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 146

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1992 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

With five victories this year, the men’s lacrosse team enjoyed its most successful season since registering five victories during the 1986 campaign.

While most of the University prepared for Spring Break on a sun- drenched beach, the lacrosse team was already into the fourth game of the season. It was not until the fourth game against visiting Swarthmore that the Dragons would record their first win. Coach Randy Voigt noted at the time, “It is our first year in the North Atlantic Conference- the competition is very tough.”

Offensively, the fivesome of Matt Klank, Jeff Giza, Garth Little, Tony Souza and Mike Ewing led the scoring with 25, 12, 15,15 and 15 goals, respectively.

While the Dragons scored 117 goals on 378 shots, the goaltending of Jed Salter allowed 143 goals on 332 shots to average 11 goals-against, putting the team with a 5-8 record.

Coach Voigt remarked, “This season we lost to six schools that were nationally ranked in the top 20. After played in this conference (NAC) for a year, we now know what we have to do to compete with the big guys. Right now, I believe our team is at the middle level of Division 1. With the help of experienced coaches Chris Colbeck (former All- American at Loyola) and Major John Wallace (former player at West Point), and more experienced teammates, our team is certain to be a contender next year.” 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 147

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1992 Season Record: 5-8

Pennsylvania ...... L ...... 8-13 Penn State ...... L ...... 3-14 Vermont ...... L ...... 9-12 Swarthmore ...... W ...... 11-8 Villanova ...... L ...... 7-16 Hartford ...... W . . . . . 15-10 UMBC ...... L ...... 2-20 Lafayette ...... W ...... 6-4 Holy Cross ...... W ...... 14-3 New Hampshire . . .L ...... 9-16 Lehigh ...... L . . . . .12-15 Scranton ...... W ...... 11-8 Delaware ...... L . . . . . 10-15

1992 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Brandon Bates Kyle Johnson Andrew Beaman Matt Klank Bill Brandreth Mike Lauletta Dan Carl Garth Little Jason Cava Chris Plocinik Joe Christie Matt Ramalay Brent Ciliano Mike Romeo John Costalas Jed Salter Mike Ewing Kurt Shenk Andrew Fader Tony Souza Jeff Giza Mike Twohig Dan Gray Mike Wiley Rich Heckner Toebe Hinckle Head Coach Randy Voigt Walter Hopkin 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 148

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1993 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Brandon Bates Matt Klank Bill Brandreth Todd Kramer Jason Cava Mike Mandarino Joe Christie Mike Romeo Brent Ciliano Jed Salter Matt Cleary Kurt Shenk Sean Connor Tony Souza John Costalas Mike Twohig Brian Diener Brian Fitzgerald (Mgr.) Erik Fink Diana Smith (Mgr.) Dan Gray Rich Heckner Head Coach Randy Voigt Toebe Hinckle

1993 Season Record: 6-7

Delaware ...... L . . . . . 11-23 Penn State ...... L ...... 7-14 Villanova ...... L ...... 7-9 Hartford ...... L . . . 9-10, OT St. Joseph's ...... W ...... 23-0 UMBC ...... L ...... 8-12 Pennsylvania . . . . .W . . . . .11-10 Lafayette ...... W ...... 10-9 Swarthmore ...... W ...... 13-6 Fairfield ...... W ...... 16-4 Lehigh ...... W ...... 9-8 New Hampshire . . .L ...... 7-13 Vermont ...... L ...... 8-14 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 149

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1993 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

Although the men’s lacrosse team finished last in the North Atlantic Conference, there were many positives that give hope for better success next season. The Dragons got off to a bad start due to many obstacles including injuries, weather which did not allow them adequate practice, and having nine players living in the Pi Kap house that burned down on February 17th. These problems caused Drexel to start off on a four- game losing streak. However after overcoming these difficulties, they got back on track by winning six of their last nine games.

The comeback started with a crushing win over St. Joseph’s, 23-0, After losing the next game to the University of Maryland-Baltimore County, they went on a five-game winning streak sparked by a big 11- 10 win over the University of Pennsylvania. During that streak, they also beat Lafayette. Swarthmore, Fairfield and Lehigh.

The offense scored 139 goals, the most since 140 in 1987. Erik Fink was named player-of-the-week twice and also tied the Drexel record for most goals in a season with 45. Goalie Jed Salter surpassed 200 saves in a season for the third time and also set a Drexel record for most career saves with 624.

With the Dragons back on their winning ways, next season should be an exciting one. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 150

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1994 Season Record: 4-10

New Hampshire . . .L ...... 9-11 Air Force ...... L ...... 7-11 Delaware ...... L ...... 4-20 Penn State ...... L . . . . . 10-13 Villanova ...... L ...... 8-16 Hartford ...... W ...... 12-7 St. Joseph's ...... W ...... 13-5 UMBC ...... L . . . . .10-18 Lafayette ...... W ...... 11-8 Fairfield ...... W ...... 11-9 Lehigh ...... L ...... 6-13 Rutgers ...... L . . . . . 11-15 Pennsylvania ...... L . . . . .10-26 Vermont ...... L ...... 5-13

The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1994 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

1993 saw the Drexel men’s lacrosse team say goodbye to a senior class that attributed to great success over the past four years. Head Coach Randy Voigt saw his excellent defensive unit fall to the rules of eligibility as well as losing several key offensive players as well. So when the 1994 season rolled around, Voigt had his work cut out for him by trying to build a defense almost entirely from scratch.

Salter led the North Atlantic Conference in a number of categories by season’s end. He tallied a .612% save percentage and 288 saves. Salter finished his career with 911 saves, a school record, and was nom- inated for the North-South All-Star game held in July. Along with Salter was returning senior attackman Eric Fink. Fink who won NAC Player of the Week honors on several occasions in 1993 was a solid force on offense. Fink, along with sophomore transfer Eric Pokorny, and Brian Diener led the Dragon’s offensive surge in 1994.

The Dragons started their season by participating in a fall ball tournament at Princeton University. They finished 2 and 2 on the day and looked promising heading into their season opener with NAC rival University of New Hampshire. The Dragons had a hard time getting things rolling during the beginning of their season by dropping their first five games of the season before capturing a win against St. Joseph’s University. The Lax men showed promise by nearly defeating nationally ranked Rutgers University and also the University of Vermont.

The Lax men finished the season with a record of four wins and ten losses. Even though the Dragons struggled through the 1994 season, they graduated only two seniors which leaves Coach Voigt with a slew of young talent to come back with in 1995. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:48 PM Page 151

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1994 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Brandon Bates Todd Kramer Jake Bunting Mike Lehr Mike Carfang Matt Loftus Jason Cava (Capt.) Keith Mecca Wayne Clarke Eric Pokorny Dave Coldwell Jed Salter (Capt.) Lou Cugno Don Seel Brian Diener Mark Walano Erik Fink (Capt.) Matt Walsh Rich Heckner Troy Wilford Bryan Heigh Justin Zochowski Jim Higgins Brian Fitzgerald (Mgr.) Toebe Hinkle A.J. Kloet Head Coach Randy Voigt 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 152

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First Person: The 1990s Memories from John Sola, ‘99

I have one memory that sticks out above all others.

When we beat Towson in '98. Before the game as we were stretching, Towson came out of the locker room and walked right between us while we were on the ground. I remember them saying things like "I can't believe we drove all the way up there to play these guys, let's just hurry up and beat them so we can go home."

We came out on fire and started beating them right away. They came back in the end, but we came out on top. I remember some of them were actually crying after the game. They couldn't believe that we had just beaten them. It was the best feeling of my lacrosse career.

Memories from Jason Keyser, '98

The time I spent with the Drexel Lacrosse team was brief, but I enjoyed every moment. For a short time during the 1998 season, I served as announcer for the team's home games. For me, it was the next best thing to playing the game.

I played lacrosse all four years in high school, started two, and was co-captain my senior year. As much as I enjoyed the game, neither my team nor myself ever made many headlines, at least not positive ones. I didn't have much successful experience coming into college, and eventually decided against playing with the college big men. I met Chris Bates and then-head coach Randy Voigt, two great guys who helped me decide to still be involved in some way with the team.

Coach Bates suggested I help announce some games, and I gladly accepted. My favorite memory is my very first announcing spot for Drexel's home opener against Yale at Franklin Field. Drexel came into the game as the underdog. Although, Drexel won the game 9-8 (I'm pretty sure that was the correct final score), and the team erupted in celebration.

For most of the game, I had no clue what I was doing, but it was an awesome time. Between speaking at a normal pace to avoid hearing feedback on the PA system, the nervousness of mispronouncing players' names, and overall trying not to sound like a moron, I think I did all right. As I became a bit more comfortable in the later periods, I gave a "shout out" to some of the guys from TKE who were in the crowd. This got a cheap pop from the crowd and some of the players, as well as a negative comment from one of the assis- 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 153

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tant coaches. Oh well, the price of appeasing the fans.

As I mentioned before, the Drexel win was amazing and I made sure to use a booming voice to announce the final score. I felt so privileged to be a part of that day. I even got a few compliments from the players at a party that night. Pretty humbling since I thought I sounded like a stuttering fool for the half the game. My spot as an announcer only lasted a few more games, but I enjoyed every minute of it as I got to be involved with the team. I wish Drexel Lacrosse all the luck and success today and in the future.

Memories from Joe Christie, '93

In my senior year, 1993, we played the University of Pennsylvania at home. Our team was riddled with injuries and, to top it off, our back-up goalie broke his nose during warm-ups. Penn must have had 45 players dressed-it was a David versus Goliath scenario.

But our team pulled it together with outstanding goaltending by Jed Salter; incredible individual effort by attackman Eric Fink; and solid defense the entire game. Drexel beat Penn in a game that will go down as the biggest win of my collegiate lacrosse career.

Memories from Mike Durso, '02

Hopefully at some point in every person's life they are proud to have been associated with a group; and hopefully that experience has lead them to some form of success. For many, it's a company they work for, or club they belong to. The members of the 1997 Drexel University Men's Lacrosse Team were fortunate, and good enough, to be associated with a group that experienced both success and an extreme sense of pride. There are numerous memories to be told, stories of amazing upsets, much hard work, and A LOT of fun. What I remember most was the unity the team had on and off the field. A respect for a common goal and disapproval for anything, or anyone, that tried to detract us from that goal. The 1997 Dragons had an understanding and a belief that as a group we could accomplish anything, and beat anyone. The combination of personalities, players, coaches and the will to compete no matter what, made our team very special to anyone who was a member of it, and anyone who watched us play. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 154

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1995 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Steve Barrett Matt Loftus Brandon Bates Coley Murphy Jake Bunting Miguel Nobles Craig Caputo Chris Pauxtis Steve Chen Mario Reyes Wayne Clarke Brock Riffel Matt Cleary Don Seel Dave Coldwell Todd Snellenburg Lou Cugno Josh Trombley Jim DiBattista Matt Walsh Brian Diener Mike Mullahey Rich Heckner Phil VanRiper Bryan Heigh Troy Wilford Jim Higgins Mike Lehr Head Coach Randy Voigt

1995 Season Record: 7-8

Delaware ...... L ...... 6-19 Widener ...... W ...... 23-3 New Hampshire . . .L ...... 8-9 Penn State ...... L . . . . .13-18 Villanova ...... L . . . . . 11-14 Hartford ...... L . . . . . 12-13 St. Joseph's ...... W ...... 17-8 UMBC ...... W . . . . . 12-11 Swarthmore ...... W ...... 16-11 Lafayette ...... W ...... 15-4 Fairfield ...... W ...... 13-4 Bucknell ...... L ...... 8-14 Marist ...... W ...... 14-8 Hofstra ...... L ...... 5-16 Vermont ...... L ...... 9-15 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 155

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1995 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

Despite their bleak 1-5 start, the Drexel men’s lacrosse team was able to come back strong and end their season with a final record of 7-8. This year’s team showed great improvement from last year, when the Dragons ended their season 4-10. This improvement can be attributed to the experience gained from returning players as well as the abilities of freshmen newcomers.

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1996 Season Record: 3-10

Swarthmore ...... W ...... 17-4 Vermont ...... L . . . . . 10-15 Penn State ...... L ...... 6-14 Villanova ...... L ...... 6-11 Air Force ...... L ...... 5-9 New Hampshire . . .L ...... 5-11 St. Andrews ...... W . . 15-14, OT Lafayette ...... L ...... 6-7 Towson ...... L ...... 8-18 Hartford ...... L . . 10-11, OT Hofstra ...... L ...... 7-10 Delaware ...... L ...... 6-14 St. Joseph's ...... W ...... 21-4 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:17 PM Page 157

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Jake Bunting (Capt.) Miguel Nobles Steve Chen Ryan Pancake Matt Cleary Chris Pauxtis Dave Coldwell Brock Riffel Craig Cuputo Don Seel Brian Diener (Capt.) Todd Snellenburg Brian Harding Josh Trombley Jim Higgins Matt Walsh Dan Hurley Alex Welcome Jeff Iannarino Matt Winkler Stas Kotula Mike Mullahey Head Coach Randy Voigt 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 158

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1997 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Craig Caputo Matt Loftus (Capt.) Stephen Chen Mark McAlonan Matt Cleary (Capt.) Mike Mullahey Dave Coldwell (Capt.) Ross Neisler Lou Cugno Miguel Nobles Rick Darnley Ryan Pancake Jim DiBattista Nick Sannelli Nate Eichholzer Don Seel (Capt.) Randy Hope Todd Snellenburg Dan Hurley (Capt.) Josh Trombley Jeff Iannarino Matt Walsh (Capt.) Ben Keiser Matt Winkler Ralph Kohl Mike Koons Head Coach Randy Voigt Stas Kotula

The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1997 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

The Drexel men’s lacrosse team finished its 1997 season with an 8-6 overall record. Under Head Coach Randy Voigt, the men completed their first winning season since 1979. Voigt was assisted by Chris Bates, Mark Dardaris and Kennon Dick.

Among the eight victories, one included a first-ever league win for Drexel over the University of New Hampshire. Individually, junior Todd Snellenburg contributed a team-best 45 points, finishing eighth among America East leaders. Senior Don Seel was named Second Team All- Conference and awarded the Semanik Award for outstanding senior athletics and academics.

The team will miss graduating senior Matt Cleary, but Coach Voigt commented, “I am confident that with a strong returning class next spring and the ongoing support of the university administration our program will continue to move in the right direction.” 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 159

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1997 Season Record: 8-6

Delaware ...... L ...... 5-14 Siena ...... W ...... 10-6 Swarthmore ...... W ...... 13-0 Villanova ...... L ...... 7-13 Radford ...... W ...... 14-7 New Hampshire . . .W ...... 11-7 St. Joseph's ...... W . .14-13, OT Lafayette ...... W ...... 9-7 Mt. St. Mary's . . . . .W ...... 9-8 Mercychurst ...... W ...... 19-7 Hartford ...... L ...... 4-13 Hofstra ...... L ...... 4-16 Towson ...... L ...... 5-23 Vermont ...... L ...... 8-11 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 160

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1998 Season Record: 12-2

Yale ...... W ...... 8-7 Mt. St. Mary's . . . . .W . . . . .14-11 Mercyhurst ...... W ...... 12-9 Villanova ...... W ...... 13-6 Vermont ...... W ...... 12-5 Virginia Military In .W ...... 13-7 Swarthmore ...... W ...... 11-2 Siena ...... W ...... 16-8 Towson ...... W . . . . . 14-10 Lafayette ...... W ...... 17-8 Hartford ...... W . . . . . 16-15 Hofstra ...... L ...... 5-13 St. Joseph's ...... W . . . . . 21-11 Delaware ...... L . . . . .11-19 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 161

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1998 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

This year the men’s lacrosse team had the best season ever in the history of the sport at Drexel. They finished the year with an overall record of 12-2 and an America East league record of 3-2. This league record earned them second place in the America East Conference. The team opened the season by winning 11 straight games. They defeated teams such as Yale (8-7), Vermont (12-5) and Villanova (13-6). The team also recorded their first win over Towson since 1964 by a score of 14-10. At the time, Towson was ranked 17th in the nation.

The team had many individual accomplishments as well. Freshman Jeff Spano was named Rookie of the Week (ending April 1). Freshman Ed Boron was named Rookie of the Week (ending April 5). Junior Matt Enoch was named Player of the Week (ending April 12). At the end of the season, Coach Randy Voigt was named Coach of the Year by the America East Conference. Junior Stas Kotula was named first team All- Conference. Drexel had four Second Team All-Conference selections: Senior Captain Jake Bunting, Sophomore Craig Caputo and Freshmen Matt Enoch and Ed Boron.

Coach Voigt summed up the season by saying, “to be ranked among the national leaders was a great honor for our program. That level of respect is something that we have worked to gain for this program for a very long time. I think this season, and the talent, confidence and momentum that are by-products of it, will propel us to new heights next year.”

1998 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Ed Boron Mike Mullahey Mark Brundage Ryan Pancake Jake Bunting (Capt.) Brock Riffel Craig Caputo Mike Sander Keith Cooke Nick Sannelli Mike Durso Todd Snellenburg Matt Enoch John Sola Tucker Fisher Jeff Spano Dave Gallucci Josh Trombley Steve Goble Adam Welz Jeff Iannarino Adam Welcome Mike Koons Matt Winkler Stas Kotula Dan Woods Mark McAlonan Tucker Meneely Head Coach Randy Voigt Dave Metz 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 162

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1999 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Mike Beaver Jordie Olivella Ed Boron Ryan Pancake Mark Brundage Justin Primus Keith Cooke Keith Reidinger Mike Durso Geoff Sage Nate Eichholzer Mike Sander Matt Enoch Nick Sannelli Dave Gallucci Eric Sinar Steve Goble Jim Smith Mark Guilford John Sola Mike Hagan Jeff Spano Jeff Iannarino (Capt.) Joe Touhey Joe Iannarino Paul Touhey Rob Jablonski Mike Varipatis Jason Kilpatrick Alex Welcome Mike Koons Adam Welz Stas Kotula Dan Williams Mark McAlonan Matt Winkler Dave Metz Dan Woods Tom Naples Billy O'Brien Head Coach Randy Voigt

The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 1999 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

This men’s lacrosse team posted a 1-4 record in the America East and a 6-7 overall record under Head Coach Randy Voigt this season. After last season’s national ranking, a 12-2 record and a second-place finish in the America East, the season was not their best, especially after two close matches to Lafayette and Vermont.

The team went on to defeat schools such as Hartford (17-7), West Chester (9-8) and St. Joseph’s (10-7). Captain Jeff Iannarino and Assistant Captains Stas Kotula, Ryan Pancake, Jeff Spano and Alex Welcome led the team. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 163

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1999 Season Record: 6-7

Yale ...... L ...... 8-13 West Chester . . . . .W ...... 9-8 St. Joseph's ...... W ...... 10-7 Vigrinia Miliitary . . .W ...... 16-6 Villanova ...... L ...... 8-9 Providence ...... W . . . . .14-10 Lafayette ...... L . .10-11, OT Towson ...... L ...... 6-18 Hartford ...... W ...... 17-7 Hofstra ...... L ...... 7-18 Delaware ...... L ...... 4-13 Siena ...... W . . . . . 15-10 Vermont ...... L . . . . .10-11 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 164

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First Person: The 1990s Memories from Mark Brundage, ‘01

As a freshman you start to understand right away how a college team is formed from year to year, starting with the first meeting in the fall. In 1997, the first meeting was scheduled early in the fall for the team which was to compete in the spring of 1998. After an extremely successful fall, it was easy to see the team was gaining momentum on and off the field, (which is important for a college team to be successful) as it moved into the beginning of the new year and the real start to the season.

As offense and defense was implemented and stick skills were improved, one goal was constantly brought to the surfaced of attention……..Beat Yale! As the game inched closer, the feeling that the game needed to be won grew into something bigger than just the first game of the 1998 season. We need to win this game, for us, the school, the program, for everyone that has put on a Drexel Lacrosse jersey……….we needed to win this game.

The day before the game the leaders of the team, players and coaches alike, gave passionate speeches which filled everyone with tremendous emotion. When game day finally came, the players on the field that day used that emotion to come storming back after a 2-7 halftime deficit to win 8-7. Every groundball was won, clears were contested and Drexel took the play straight to Yale on route to an unbelievable victory. That emotion never left the team as we went on to have an absolute unbelievable season of success winning games when it seemed a win was impossible. The focus on that Yale game was the catalyst for the lacrosse season of 1998. We wanted it, and we got it. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/25/2004 11:30 AM Page 165

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2000 Season Record: 2-10

Yale ...... L ...... 5-7 Brown ...... L ...... 5-18 Villanova ...... L ...... 7-13 West Chester . . . . .W ...... 8-3 St. Joseph's ...... L ...... 9-10 George Mason . . . .W ...... 4-1 Hartford ...... L . . . . . 10-16 Vermont ...... L . . . . 7-8, OT Towson ...... L ...... 3-18 Delaware ...... L ...... 5-12 Hofstra ...... L ...... 6-13 Lafayette ...... L ...... 3-7 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:51 PM Page 167

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Ed Boron Billy O'Brien Mark Brundage Jordie Olivella Bob Calamita David Pike Keith Cooke Justin Primus Adam Decker Geoff Sage Nate Eichholzer Nick Sannelli Justin Fishman Todd Smith Pat Friel Jeff Spano Justan Goldstein Joe Touhey Mark Guilford Paul Touhey Mike Hagan Adam Welz Joe Iannarino Pat Walls Jason Kilpatrick Dan Woods Mark McAlonan Tom Young Sean Metz Matt Morettini Head Coach Chris Bates Tom Naples 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 168

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2001 Season Record: 5-8

Duke ...... L ...... 5-10 Yale ...... W ...... 10-8 Villanova ...... W ...... 8-7 Ohio State ...... L ...... 7-8 St. Joseph's ...... W . . . . . 12-11 West Chester . . . . .W ...... 11-8 Radford ...... W ...... 16-4 Hofstra ...... L ...... 7-18 Lafayette ...... L ...... 6-8 Delaware ...... L . . . .8-9, OT Hartford ...... L ...... 9-10 Towson ...... L ...... 8-18 Vermont ...... L ...... 7-10

2001 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Damon Blizzard Andrew Natoli Ed Boron Tom Naples Mark Brundage Billy O'Brien Bob Calamita Jordie Olivella Dennis Cantwell Kevin Paustian Vince Chioda Justin Primus Keith Cooke Geoff Sage Tim Cusick Nick Sannelli Greg Dalgarno Joe Sheehan Steve DiMarco Pat Simpson Justin Fishman Jeff Spano (Capt.) Pat Friel Scott Stewart Mike Hagan Adam Swyers Billy Hunter Joe Touhey Joe Iannarino Paul Touhey Rob Jorgenson Pat Walls Danny Kennedy Mark Williamson Jason Kilpatrick Brett Wilmer Nathan Krida Kyle Witt Matt Maloney Tom Young Sean Metz Vince Molnar Head Coach Chris Bates Matt Morettini 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 170

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sse F ro ac ac t L According to Tommy Ventre of the Baltimore Sun, the fastest shot ever recorded in lacrosse was launched by David Evans in 2002 and was clocked at 108 miles per hour. He repeated the feat in 2003.

2002 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Damon Blizzard Tom Naples Ed Boron (Capt.) Billy O'Brien Bob Calamita Jordie Olivella Yoni Cohen Kevin Paustian Tim Cusick Justin Primus Justin Fishman Bill Quinlan Joe Fiore Devon Regan Pat Friel Geoff Sage Mike Hagan Pat Simpson Dale Jones Matt Slotman Rob Jorgenson Mike Sorge Danny Kennedy Adam Swyers Jason Kilpatrick Andrew Tan Brian Madeira Joe Touhey (Capt.) Will Melton Paul Touhey Sean Metz Mark Williamson Jarett Mizzi Kyle Witt Vince Molnar Sean Moloney Head Coach Chris Bates Matt Morettini 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 171

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2002 Season Record: 9-5

West Chester . . . . .W ...... 19-2 Virginia ...... L ...... 5-20 Yale ...... L ...... 7-16 Villanova ...... W . . . . 9-8, OT Ohio State ...... L ...... 4-8 Binghamton ...... W ...... 19-1 Albany ...... W ...... 10-7 Hofstra ...... L . . . . .10-18 Manhattan ...... W ...... 13-6 St. Joseph's ...... W ...... 11-8 Sacred Heart . . . . .W ...... 14-7 Towson ...... L ...... 8-20 Lafayette ...... W ...... 10-9 Delaware ...... W . . . . . 14-10 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 172

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First Person: The 2000s Memories from Robbie Jorgenson, ‘02

It is nearly impossible for me to pick one particular memory simply because of every minute of my collegiate career at DU was keen. I suppose my favorite Drexel lacrosse memory came during the 2001 spring break trip to Florida. Our trip got off to an incredible start, but due to some mischievous behavior while in Orlando, our retreat in Florida turned into a sea of awkwardness.

The long week of extensive training ended with what would become a great Drexel lacrosse tradition. Just as Coach Bates explained the history of Baggataway, a magnificent glow peeked through the tropical downpour. It immediately lifted the sprits of our extremely tight-nit group. The volatile squad started to have fun again. Far from the harsh morning practices of winter Philadelphia, we played a game using the rules from the way our beloved game originated. Though the game ended quickly, I can still picture myself parlayzed with contentment and pride.

Memories from Matt Morettini, '02

In 2002, as the clock ran out on our first victory over Delaware in 20 something years, Pat Friel was the last one to touch the game ball. At the end of the game, he initially dropped the ball on the turf, but went back and retrieved it. In the locker room, I asked why he why had kept the ball and he said, "This is the direction our program is going." The ball was later presented to Coach Bates by senior Captain Jordie Ollivela.

Memories from Joe Tuohey, '03

One of my favorite memories from Drexel lacrosse is from my senior year when we rallied from behind to beat Delaware 14-10. This was something which Drexel lacrosse had not accomplished in the past 23 seasons. Also, what made this victory so sweet was that is was the last game of my career.

Another one of my favorite memories was during my junior season during our first game in New Haven, Connecticut vs. Yale. We were underdogs, but we played as a team, and we were able to win by a shallow margin of 10-8. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 173

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Memores from Paul Tuohey, '03

I played lacrosse at Drexel from 1999-2002. The most memorable moment I had as a player was when we defeated Delaware 14-10 in the spring of 2002. It sticks out in my mind because it was the first time we beat Delaware in 23 years, and it was my final game as a player for Drexel. The emotion that I felt after that victory was a great way to sum up my experience as a Drexel lacrosse player.

Another thing that I enjoyed was the annual Bagattaway lacrosse game played during our spring break. The team was divided into four different tribes, and the goals were moved to the far comers of the field. There weren't any rules, and the first tribe to score won the game. I thought this was a great way to have fun and be competitive within our own team, as well as to edu- cate us about the history of lacrosse and how it was originally played by the Native Americans.

Memories from Ed Boron, '02

My favorite memory occurred when Drexel played Towson my freshman year at Drexel Field. There was definitely a larger crowd than any typical game. That was no typical game, though. Towson, of course, being favored by a landslide by most, came to our house expecting a cake walk. What they found, though, was a hungry, aggressive team that wasn't about to lie down and let them roll over us. There were certainly individual stories, but what I remember the most was a team that loved playing, and let it show on the field. For as many individual memories I have of that year, the greatest memory was playing with a group of people that respected each other, played hard for each other and had a great time playing together. Thanks for the memories. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 174

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2003 Season Record: 6-8

Virginia ...... L ...... 8-19 St. Joseph's ...... W ...... 11-5 Yale ...... L ...... 7-11 Villanova ...... L ...... 4-10 Ohio State ...... L ...... 5-12 Albany ...... L . . . . .10-11 Hofstra ...... L ...... 8-14 Wagner ...... W ...... 10-3 Binghamton ...... W ...... 10-6 Sacred Heart . . . . .W ...... 9-8 Towson ...... L ...... 9-17 Delaware ...... W ...... 10-7 Lafayette ...... W ...... 8-4 CAA Tournament: Towson ...... L ...... 2-17 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 175

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Greg Avato Brendan Morgan Matt Bancroft Matthew Musci Yoni Cohen Tom Naples Eric DeMunda Jeff Pfeffer Kevin Dougherty Justin Primus Mike Filippone Bill Quinlan Derek Fink Carl Ray Justin Fishman Devon Regan Joe Fiore Ben Roberson Pat Friel (Capt.) Jesse Rumble Ryan Harney Geoff Sage Steve Hill Pat Simpson John Jackowiak Matt Slotman Dale Jones Rob Smith Aron Lipkin Andrew Tan Andrew Lodewick Matthew Taylor Brian Madeira Patrick Walls Will Melton Steven Wax Sean Metz Kyle Witt Jarett Mizzi Sean Moloney Head Coach Chris Bates 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 176

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First Person: The 2000s Memories from Justin Primus, ‘03

I have a ton of memories from my career at Drexel. This particular game stands out from all the rest:

4-11-03 Going into the game we knew as a team that it was a huge game. If we won the game, we would make the playoffs. Knowing that Sacred Heart had beaten Delaware, we figured that with a win over Sacred Heart, we could defeat Delaware as well. In preparation for Sacred Heart, practice went well and focus was high. The ride to Sacred Heart was not very long, but it poured the whole time. We got there, jumped off the bus, and had a quick walk-through in the rain-not exactly the way you want the day before a big game to be. However, we had to deal with the conditions as they were handed to us. We went to the hotel to shower and eat, and afterwards a bunch of us watched the Flyers game and talked about the upcoming game.

4-12-03 Game Day. We woke up to a steady downpour. Not ideal conditions for a lacrosse game. After eating breakfast, we hopped on the bus and went to the stadium. After getting dressed, we walked up to the field for a quick toss before warm-ups began. When we exited the building, it had stopped raining as if the Lacrosse gods were smiling down on us. After warm-ups, the game began, and it was back and forth up until half time. Tied at 4-4 at halftime, we knew we were in a battle. After we resumed play, we continued to battle and execute. It looked like the game would go into overtime tied at 8-8, but the unthinkable happened. With less than a minute left, Patrick Friel was left uncovered 12 yards from the goal, one-on-one with the goalie. Game over. Patrick fired a shot that stuck in the corner and gave us a huge win. Our bench exploded and our fans cheered. It was a great battle and a great game. Afterwards we celebrated and echoed to each other that we had done what we set out to do.

Unfortunately, Coach Bates could not be with us, but he left a great message on Patrick's voicemail. He explained how he was stopped at a light, and his father had just called him to tell him what happened. He said that he exploded with excitement, pumping his fists and honking the horn…and how everyone around him started looking at him like he was crazy.

It was a game that everyone enjoyed, and one that hopefully everyone around our team will remember. It shows the hard work and focus pay off.

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Memories from Mike Gamble, '01

On an undefeated winning streak, the looming pressure of meeting up with longtime rival, the Towson Tigers, unavoidably caught up to the team; but we were ready.

I created and hung posters and flyers all across campus-the dorms, the cafete- ria, the quad, lecture halls; I even jumped in the back of the pickup with a megaphone to spread the word: "The #23 ranked 8-0 undefeated Dragons of Men's Lacrosse square off with #17 ranked TOWSON at Drexel Field this afternoon!!!" The pickup truck quickly turned into a caravan as I shuttled fellow Dragonites from campus to Drexel Field at 43rd & Powelton.

The Tigers drew first blood, but the Dragons fired back leading the game 5-1 after the first quarter. At the half, we were still up 7-4. At 30-minute lightening delay only added to the fire that blazed that day as Jake Bunting, Matt Winkler and Craig Caputo each scored a goal within a three-minute span late in the third. The Tigers tried to muster a rally, but a hat-trick by Craig Caputo and Matt Winkler with a double by Todd Snellenberg and Jake Bunting would deny the Tigers another victory as the game ended Drexel 14, Towson, 10 finishing a +30 year losing streak to the Tigers (the last DU victory over Towson was in 1964) in front of a crowd of 650+.

Memories from Joe Ceglia, Assistant Coach, '01-'02

Though many fond memories and experiences rush to mind, two particular moments stand out.

March 2001 My first season on the Drexel staff. I didn't get off to a wonderful start as I forget the team's meal money on my first road trip to New Haven to play Yale. Coach's first season was not a memorable one as the Dragons went 1-10 with their lone victory over Division II West Chester. The '01 squad was a year older and a year better and played with the Ivy leaguers, Yale, toe-to-toe on a cold and snowy Saturday in March. When all was said and done that afternoon, the Dragons had knocked off a much bigger and more talented Yale team and earned Coach Bates his first Division I victory as head coach. That was a great day to be on staff.

April 2002 The last game of the '02 season was a night game at the University of Delaware. We had not beaten Delaware since 1978. The week of practice leading up to the game was one of the better ones we had had. Everyone played well and contributed to a great win over our rivals. Dan Kennedy surprised everyone with two goals. Yoni managed one. Pat Friel and Sean 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 178

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Moloney played the best I had seen them play, and Joe Tuohey was a ground ball machine as usual. It was great to have the seniors, Coach Bates, and the rest of the team end the '02 season in a different way. Beating Delaware.

Memories from Jordie Olivella, '02

Who can forget Coach Voigt's famous "Lead the Pony" speech. Classic.

Every Spring Break trip…except Senior year. I mean come on Batesy; Columbus, Binghamton & Albany.

All the wins.

All of my dear friends. Including coaches, players, alumni & fans.

I was conservative. There are some good chronicles that are better left unspoken.

Memories from Craig Caputo, '98

I began my lacrosse career with a few close friends in my teens, and we were forever bound together. This friendship sent us through thick and thin, enjoy- ing each other more with each passing experience. In our senior year, we brought our high school to the playoffs, farther than any team had come before. Each of us was awarded All-county honors, and each of us deserved it. Both of my friends were recruited by and wound up at Towson. Though no less of a player, I was not heavily sought after. When Drexel called me I was excited, after meeting Coach Bates, I was sold.

"Drexel!" I heard, "Where's that?" "It's in Philadelphia." I'd say. "Is it near UPENN, because I know where that is." They'd follow up. "What the are you going there for? Go somewhere good!"

Words like that echoed from more lips than could be remembered. I, however, was determined to go and make a difference in a place where I could; to stand out from the rest and shake the foundations of the lacrosse community. As noble as it sounds, shaking the foundation of anything isn't easy. For three long years, every team imaginable beat us. It was as if the lacrosse community had gotten wind of our motives and decided to pay us back for even thinking Drexel could be on the map. Included in those hard years were some personal defeats against Towson. These loses were hardly close, and were the type of humiliating defeats that didn't allow friends to enjoy each others com- 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 179

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pany, even when they haven't seen each other in months.

These games were not easy to take on the field, and I was fortunate to be able to relive them at home. After a few beers, the neighborhood would want to know the outcome of the town battle. These conversations usually ended quickly, thanks to my two friends changing the subject or complimenting my individual play. The home audience no doubt received the point clearly. It was during one of these, in the middle of a rather poignant remark about our 23-7 defeat, that I said rather boldly, "We won't make the game close this year, we're going to beat Towson!" Waking up the next morning with a rather large headache, I couldn't be responsible for knowing that Drexel hadn't beaten Towson State in twenty-three years.

The week was finally here! We had worked so hard to get there, and I could- n't believe what it felt like. We were 10-0, and the only undefeated team left in the NCAA's. The press was amazing. There were feature stories everywhere about our team: Lacrosse Magazine, The Philadelphia Inquirer, USA Today! Finally, we were recruiting the accolades we deserved. We still had the toughest part of our season in front of us, and so many of our opponents were left to ask if we could really hang with the big boys. I was naïve to this and called one of my friends at Towson excited about our upcoming game against them. Gleaming with too much pride, I decided not to bring up our bet, in hopes of focusing the conversation on our team's accomplishments. I was expecting to hear some pride out of his voice, or an acknowledgement of the level of success we had reached. He knew what Drexel had been and he knew what we had become, but still NO RESPECT. Our conversation didn't last long that night, enough for him to avoid talking about the game and ignite a fire inside of me.

I was able to pass that fury onto my teammates the day before the game in a speech that closed practice. In that instant, my spark became our raging infer- no, and the team would not be denied a victory. The next day we marched out onto the Drexel Field and took our rightful place as victors of that contest. We could not be stopped. We outran, out-hustled, and generally outplayed a more talented and skilled team. The team and personal victories that day continue to bring tears to my eyes and chills down my spine. My memories of what was said during my speech in the huddle are cloudy, but the overall message still rings clear in my mind, and so I pass it on to you… "You are a Drexel Dragon. We as a team have earned much respect in the lacrosse community. That respect has been entrusted in you. Ensure that no one ever takes it away." 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 180

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The Lexerd Read: Drexel’s Yearbook, The Lexerd, chronicled the 2004 Drexel Men’s Lacrosse season as follows:

The lacrosse team suffered four tough one-goal losses in the spring and ended the year with a 4-9 record. The highlight of the season came in mid-April when the Dragons upset 17th-ranked Delaware on the road. Matt Musci’s goal in the final minute gave the Dragons the win, their third-straight victory over their biggest rival. As a team, the Dragons finished the regular-season ranked fourth in the nation in man-down Matt Musci defense and ninth in face-off percentage. Sophomore Mike Filippone emerged as one of the top face-off men in the nation. He finished the year ninth in Division I in face-off percentage and 10th in the nation in ground balls per game. Junior Matt Slotman was named Second Team All-CAA, while Sean Moloney and Yoni Cohen tied for the team lead in goals.

2004 DREXEL DRAGON LACROSSE ROSTER

Gareth Allen Bryan Maggio Greg Avato Will Melton Matt Bancroft Jarett Mizzi Kurt Carter L.C. Moerschel Yoni Cohen Sean Moloney Adam Crystal Matt Musci Jonathan Decanio Chris O'Connor Stephen De St. Aubin Jeff Pfeffer Greg Dougherty Bill Quinlan Mike Filippone Carl Ray Joe Fiore Devin Regan Brian Fischer Jesse Rumble Jason Forrester Pat Simpson Ryan Harney Matt Slotman Erik Haugen Andrew Tan John Jackowiak Matt Taylor Dale Jones Kyle Witt George Lamb Andrew Lodewick Head Coach Chris Bates 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 181

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2004 Season Record: 4-9 Matt Virginia ...... L ...... 4-15 Lafayette ...... W ...... 17-7 St. Joseph’s ...... W ...... 12-4 Yale ...... L ...... 8-9 Wagner ...... W ...... 13-5 Ohio State ...... L ...... 4-8 Albany ...... L ...... 8-9 Villanova ...... L ...... 4-8 Sacred Heart ...... L ...... 7-8 Hofstra ...... L ...... 7-8 Delaware ...... W ...... 9-8 Towson ...... L ...... 8-13 Binghamton ...... L ...... 2-8

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There are active Lacrosse programs in countires throughout the world including: Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, Gerrmany, Itlay, Czech Republic, China, Korea, Argentina and others. While lacrosse is not presently recognized as an Olympic Sport, it is likely that recognition will be forthcoming due to a great interest in the sport internationally. 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 182

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Abbott, Jack (1941) Carfang, Mike (1994) Dickinson, William (1946-47) Acerno, Archie (1942, 46) Carl, Dan (1990-92) Diener, Brian (1993-96) Adams, Evans (1951-53) Carruthers, Scott (1980-82) Dietz, Allan (1958, 60-61) Allen, Gareth (2004) Carter, Kurt (2004) DiIenno, Anthony (1986-87) Altman, Sam (1953) Cascarino, Robert (1962) Dillard, Bruce (1978-80) Alvanos, Peter (1985-87) Castle, David (1981-82) DiMichele, William (1971-72, 74) Ambler, Robert (1972-75) Cava, Jason (1991-94) DiTomasso, Daniel (1975-76) Anderman, Russell (1985-87) Cave, Jeff (1990) DiValerio, Vincent (1975-77) Andrews, Clarence (1946-48) Chain, Kevin (1974-76) Dolbashian, Gary (1973-74, 76) Andruscauage, Albert (1942, 46) Chain, Michael (1970-71) Donnelly, Francis (1981-84) Arndt, W. B. (1956) Charno, Kevin (1981-84) Dougherty, Greg (2004) Arnold, Frank (1954, 56-57) Charno, Thomas (1983-87) Dow, Alan (1962) Austin, Marshall (1942) Chen, Steve (1995-97) Dowling, Timothy (1981-84) Avato, Greg (2003-04) Christie, Joe (1990-93) Duffy, Peter (1982) Bajkowski,Walter (1970-72) Ciliano, Brent (1990-93) Dunmire, James (1975-76) Bancroft, Matt (2003-04) Clarke, Wayne (1994-95) Durso, Mike (1998-99) Bangor, Gary (1972) Cleary, Matt (1993, 95-97) Easterday, Brian (1971) Barno, Basil (1951-53) Clenimer, Richard (1941) Eberhart, David (1961, 63-64) Barrett, Kevin (1989-90) Clift, James (1953) Edge, Kenneth (1962-64) Barrett, Steve (1995) Cogliano, Michael (1978) Eichholzer, Nate (1997, 1999-00) Bates, Brandon (1992-95) Cohen, Nathaniel (1981-82) Ellis, Timothy (1981) Beaman, Andrew (1991-92) Cohen, Yoni (2002-04) Enoch, Matt (1998-99) Bob Ambler Bean, James (1986-87) Coldwell, Dave (1994-97) Epstein, Kenneth (1962) Beaver, Mike (1999) Coleman, Randall (1941) Erickson, John (1973-74) Bell, Steven (1958-60) Colt, John (1987, 89-91) Erwine, Robert (1980-81) Benjes, Kenneth (1970-72) Connor, Sean (1993) Evans, Samuel (1946) Berk, Thomas (1981, 83-84) Convey, James (1972) Ewing, Mike (1989-92) Bickley, James (1973-76) Cook, Michael (1964-67) Fadden, Gerald (1967) Blake, Kevin (1985-89) Cooke, Keith (1998-01) Fader, Andrew (1989-92) Blessing, Dick (1949) Coppa, Anthony (1977-78, 80) Falcone, Nicholas (1959-61) Blizzard, Damon (2002) Corbett, Paul (1950) Fass, David (1983-84) Bogdan, Edmund (1965-66) Corner, Robert (1982-85) Feaster, Horace (1965) Bolton, Fred (1941) Costalas, John (1991-93) Fechter, John (1978-81) Bond, James (1970-71) Cowley, John (1975-77) Fenster, Frederick (1964-65) Bonner, Matt (1982-85) Cozzens, Lawrence (1967-69) Ferguson, B. Lynn (1969-71) Boron, Ed (1998-00, 2002) Craig, Bill (1942) Filippone, Mike (2003-04) Bosetti, Max (1958) Craig, Ray (1954-55, 57) Fink, Dennis (1976-78) Bowers, Harry (1972) Cramp, Randall (1983-87) Fink, Erik (1993-94) Bowman, Alvin (1984-88) Criswell, William (1958-59) Fink, William (1976-79) Bowne, Larry (1962-64) Crossman, Walter (1941) Fiore, Joe (2002-04) Ed Boron Brakman, Eric (1983) Crystal, Adam (2004) Fischer, Brian (2004) Brandreth, Bill (1989-93) Cugno, Lou (1994-95, 97) Fisher, Tucker (1998) Brandt, Leroy (1941) Cullinan, Brian (1970-72) Fishman, Justin (2000-03) Braun, Gary (1959) Cummings, James (1972) Fitch, Richard (1957-58) Brewer, Edward (1949, 51) Cusick, Tim (2001) Ford, John (1985-87) Broadbent, Harry (1941-42) D'Ortone, Roland (1986-87) Forrester, Jason (2004) Brown, Robert (1970-73) Daknis, William (1954) Forster, Ron (1977-80) Brown, Robert L. (1977) Darnley, Rick (1997) Forsythe, Craig (1989) Brundage, Mark (1998-01) Darrow, John (1969) Forsythe, John (1984-87) Buckley, John (1966-69) Daskalakis, John (1960-62) Fox, Brendan (1986-87) Budinetz, James (1967-69) Davis, Richard (1955-57) Frank, David (1985-88) Bunting, Jake (1994-96, 98) DeBernardi, Christopher (1985- Franke, Richard (1979-80, 82) Burns, Douglas (1969) 87) Frederick, Charles (1969-71) Burns, Michael (1974) Decanio, Jonathan (2004) Fredericksen, David (1983) Calabrasse,Frank (1953-54) Deckman, James (1963-66) Friel, Pat (2000-03) Calamita, Bob (2000-02) DeFrank, Richard (1967-69) Frink, George (1947) Callahan, David (1970-71, 73) DeGeorge, Lewis (1941) Frost, Thomas (1970-73) Callihan, Gary (1967-69) DeLuca, Russell (1963-65) Fry, Keith (1985-89) Cam, Theodore (1986-87, 89) DelVecchio, Joseph (1955-57) Fugman, Carl (1952-54) Campbell, Timothy (1972) DelVillar, Hugo (1979-80) Gaebel, Ken (1946-47) Cannon, Glenn (1960, 62) DeMunda, Eric (2003) Gallagher, William (1950-52) Cantwell, Dennis (2001) Dennin, Patrick (1985) Gallatig, George (1963) Capp, Michael (1973) De St. Aubin, Stephen (2004) Gallo, Frank (1962) Caputo, Craig (1995-98) DeTemple, Matt (1996) Gallucci, Dave (1998) Carbonell, George (1975-77) DiBattista, Jim (1995-97) Garofolo, Frank (1960-61) 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 183

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Garrity, Paul (1979-82) Hobson, Daniel (1981) Lalli, Joseph (1972) Gay, Donald (1969-71) Hoffer, Mike (1989-90) Lamb, George (2004) Geary, Jack (1958, 60-61) Holmes, Richard (1974) Lamparski, Paul (1975-78) Geiger, C.A. (1978, 81) Hoover, Robert (1978-80) Lampe, William (1976-78) Geisler, Andrew (1986-88) Hope, Randy (1997) Lang, Milton (1956-58) Gerber, Brian (1986-88) Hopkin, Walter (1989-92) Lang, Thomas (1981) Gershen, Wayne (1941) Horn, Bruce (1966) Latham, Frank (1963) Gibbons, Derek (1988-91) Houghton, William (1977-79) Lauletta, Mike (1992) Gildea, Michael (1964-65) Howley, Walter (1971) Laur, MIke (1987) Gilvey, Edward (1948) Hrebien, George (1970-73) Lee, Vinton (1969) Giza, Jeffrey (1989-92) Hurley, Dan (1996-97) Lehr, Mike (1994-95) Goble, Steve (1998-99) Huster, William (1948-50) Leibert, Stephen (1971-74) Goldberger, Benson (1980-82) Huston, Joel (1986-87, 89) Leopold, Ronald (1965, 67) Goldstein, Justan (2000) Iannarino, Jeff (1996-99) Levin, Andrew (1988-91) Goldstrohm, Karl (1968-69) Iannarino, Joe (1999-01) Levin, Morton (1947-48) Grabowski, Henry (1958-60) Iavicola, Mario (1961) Lewis, Ray (1941) Gray, Dan (1990-93) Ibe, Edward (1990) Little, Garth (1991-92) Grebis, Thomas (1953-54) Iffrig, Eric (1972-73) Lodewick, Andrew (2003-04) Greene, Ray (1942) Jackiowiak, John (2003-04) Loftus, Matt (1994-97) Grimes, James (1980-82) Jarvis, Thomas (1947) Logue, Rob (1946) Grochmal, Mark (1980) Jerardi. Thomas (1964) Lott, Paul (1942) Grueb, Matthew (1953) Jerome, Jeffrey (1972-73) Loweree, Walton (1952-53) Dennis Fink Guarino, Edward (1981) Johnson, Kyle (1990-92) Lundquist, David (1958) Guercio, Vincent (1954) Johnson, Larry (1971) Luthe, Joseph (1988) Guertin, Richard (1970-72) Johnson, Michael (1970) Lutz, Jr., Edward (1969) Guilford, Mark (1999-00) Johnson, Rob (1946) Maden, Gerald (1968-70) Gulbrandsen, H. C. (1970-74) Johnson, Stephen (1972-75) Madiera, Brian (2002-03) Guzik, John (1960-62) Johnson, William (1941) Maggio, Bryan (2004) Hackman, Larry (1967) Johnston, Charles (1982-83) Magness, Charles (1981-84) Hagan, Mike (1999-02) Jones, Dale (2002-04) Mailey, Joseph (1977-80) Hague, William (1946) Jones, Charles (1960) Maits, Christopher (1983-85) Hainmerma, William (1948) Jorgenson, Rob (2001-02) Maley III, James J. (1971-72) Hall, James (1968) Kacala, Henry (1985) Maloney, Matt (2001) Hall, Philip (1962) Keever, Ward (1961-63) Maloney, Stephen (1972-76) Hall, William (1963-65) Keiser, Ben (1997) Mandarino, Mike (1993) Halvorsen, Larry (1966-68) Kelva, S.A. (1956-58) Manion, Travis (2000) Hamilton, Louis (1980) Kenkelen, Edward (1965) Mansfield, Jeffrey (1983) Hamilton, Mark (1977-78) Kennedy, Dan (2001-03) Marengo, Stephen (1971) Hammer, Andrew (1981) Keyes, Barry (1968-70) Martino, Michael (1973-74) Hammer, Mark (1980-82) Killen, Robert (1966-68) Mason, Bob (1942) Hammer, Matthew (1986-87) Kilpatrick, Jason (1999, 01-02) Matthews, Thomas (1971-72) Pat Friel Harding, Brian (1996) Klank, Matt (1992-93) McAlonan, Mark (1997-00) Harney, Ryan (2003-04) Klein, David (1974-76, 78) McCall, Joseph (1955) Harrison, Donald (1941) Klink, Charles (1972-73) McClure, Gregg (1970-72) Hart, James (1955) Kloet, A.J. (1994) McDevitt, Michael (1981) Hart, Jr., James C. (1971-74) Knipp, Howard (1941) McDonough, James (1961-62) Harting, Hal (1942) Kockey, Edward (1948-50) McGlade, John (1986-87) Haugen, Erik (2004) Kohl, Ralph (1997) McGurk, Terence (1988-91) Hawk, John (1965-67) Kohli, John (1970-72) McKee, Robert (1954-55) Heald, Garth (1974-75) Kologowski, Thomas (1951) McKernan, Joseph (1976-77, 80) Heckendorf, Paul (1967) Kolongowski, Edwin (1958) McNamee, Bernard (1980) Heckner, Rich (1992-95) Kolscher, Howard (1953) Meany, Ronald (1967) Heigh, Bryan (1994-96) Koons, Mike (1997-99) Mecca, Keith (1990-91, 94) Henklein, Fred (1967) Kosiak, Martin (1981-83) Mehrer, Harry (1942) Henry, David (1983) Kosiak, Matthew (1981-83) Melton, Will (2002-04) Henry, James (1953-55) Kotula, Stas (1996-99) Meneely, Tucker (1998) Henry, Raymond (1967) Kramer, Todd (1993-94) Messerle, Kevin (1985-89) Hensel, Wilfred (1947) Kranzley, Steven (1978-79) Messmer, Charles (1972-73) Hertrich, Carl E. (1971) Krelman, George (1941) Messner, William (1969-71) Higgins, Jim (1994-95) Krida, Nathan (2001) Metz, Dave (1997-98) Hilbert, Rodney (1968-70) Kritz, Mark (1972) Metz, Sean (2000-03) Hill, George B. (1946-47) Krueger, Stephen (1960-62) Michel, Richard (1954-56) Hill, Robert (1971-73) Krumbiegle, Arno (1962-63) Miller, Daniel (1970) Hinkle, Toebe (1992-94) Krumm, George (1942) Miller, Fred (1970-71, 73) Hoak, Eugene (1958, 60) Laguna, Edward (1954-55) Miller, Jeffrey (1974-77) 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 184

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Miller, Rick (1993) Poe, Dale (1951-53) Schuster, Richard (1967-68) Miller, William D. (1957-58) Pojunas, Leonard (1972) Schutte, William (1958) Milligan, Henry (1956-58) Pokorny, Erik (1994) Schutz, Don (1946-47) Milstein, Andrew (1978-80) Polk, Thomas (1972) Schwaab, Theodore (1948-51) Mizzi, Jarett (2002-04) Pratt, John (1941-42, 46) Schwartz, Joseph (1964) Moerschel, L.C. (2004) Price, Thomas (1949-50) Schwefler, Richard (1955) Molnar, Vince (2002) Primus, Justin (1999-00, 2002-03) Sclafani, Joseph (1969) Moloney, Sean (2002-04) Pritts, George (1950-52) Scott, Walter (1946-50) Montgomery, Robert (1971-74) Prophete, Billy (1997) Seel, Don (1994-97) Moore, Edward (1954) Pruitt, David (1986-87) Shaughnessy, William (1952-54) Moore, John (1956-57) Ptaszek, Paul (1989) Shaver, Amos (1941) Morettini, Matt (2000-02) Purvenas, Thomas (1983) Sheehan, Joe (2001) Morey, Walter (1947) Pyper, Jack (1942, 47) Shenk, Kurt (1991-93) Morgan, Brendan (2003) Quester, Fred (1956) Shotwell, Norman (1963-65) Moschella, Mark (1978-80) Quigley, Stephen (1975-77) Shoudy, Peter (1978-79) Mulholland, Paul (1972) Quinlan, Bill (2002-04) Shubert, Edward (1971-72) Mullahey, Mike (1995-98) Quinn, Michael (1965-67) Simpson, Bellard (1941) Murphy, Coley (1995-96) Rahn, Paul C. (1970-72) Simpson, Pat (2001-04) Murray, Dennis (1976-79) Rama, Mike (1990) Sinar, Eric (1999) Musci, Matthew (2003-04) Ramalay, Mike (1992) Sipman, Jason (1996) Todd Musuras, Edward (1951-53) Ranft, Stephen (1974-75) Slack, Greg (1990) Snellenburg Myers, George (1966-68) Ray, Carl (2003-04) Slack, Jeff (1990) Naples, Tom (1999, 01-03) Raynor, Clair H. (1942) Slater, William (1971) Nederfield, John (1989) Reed, James (1968-70) Slotman, Matt (2002-04) Nelson, Peter (1969) Reed, Jr., William (1965-68) Smith, Bellard (1941-42) Neuman, Edwin (1952-54) Reever, Fred (1963-65) Smith, Craig (1942, 47) Nickerson, Steven (1980-82) Reidinger, Keith (1999) Smith, Howard (1950, 52) Nobles, Miguel (1995-97) Rega, David (1975-78) Smith, Jim (1999) Nocella, Joe (1989) Regan, Devin (2002-04) Smith, Rick (1987) Nowak, Henry (1964-66) Rehmann, Christopher (1961) Smith, Rodger (1989) Nowlan, Peter (1977-78) Rell, Charles (1941) Smith, Roger (1986, 88) O'Brien, Billy (1999-02) Reuss, Robert (1965-67) Smith, Todd (2000) O’Connor, Chris (2004) Reyes, Mario (1995-97) Snellenburg, Todd (1995-98) O'Connor, Thomas (1959-61) Reynolds, Robert (1946) Sola, John (1998-99) O'Donnell, Geoffrey (1974-75) Rhine, William (1972) Sonon, Daniel (1959) Olivella, Jordie (1999-02) Riesenfeld, Jeffrey (1977) Sorge, Mike (2002) Olson, Harold (1941) Riffel, Brock (1995-98) Souder, Daniel (1981-83) Oswald, Bruce (1981-82) Ritter, Ronald (1959-60) Souza, Tony (1992-93) Ozazewski, Norman (1984-88) Rockman, Howard (1957, 59) Spadaccini, Anthony (1957-58) Pagano, Stephen (1941) Rodgers, David (1980-83) Spahr, Jay (1976-79) Palidino, Paul (1987) Rodriquez, Steve (1997) Spano, Jeff (1998-01) Palmer, Randolph (1954-56) Rogers, James (1984-88) Spare, William (1941-42) Pancake, Ryan (1996-98) Roman, Stanley (1956) Spruyt, Chad (1996) Jeff Spano Papa, Jeff (1989, 90) Romanchuk, Daniel (1967-70) Stallman, Donald (1964) Paradis, Robert (1977-80) Romeo, Mike (1990-93) Statler, Wayne (1964) Parker, Niles (1971-74) Ronon, James (1975-78) Stevens, Lee D. (1971-72) Pascola, Charles (1948-50) Rosenberg, Murray (1963) Stevens, William (1961-63) Pasquariello, Patrick (1978-80) Rosenstein, Alan (1957-59) Stewart, Dennis (1980) Patterson, Thomas (1963-64) Rowe, William (1956-58) Stewart, Scott (2001) Patterson, Timothy (1962) Rubin, Stephen (1986-88) Stier, Edgar (1947-50) Patton, James (1988, 90) Rubin, Theodore (1954) Sutton, Anthony (1985-87) Paustian, Kevin (2001-02) Rumble, Jesse (2003-04) Swyers, Adam (2001-02) Pauxtis, Chris (1995-96) Rzeczycki, Thomas (1984-85) Tan, Andrew (2002-04) Pechin, Daniel (1986-90) Sage, Geoff (1999-03) Tatios, Steve (1981-82) Peetros, Theodore (1952-53) Salter, Jed (1991-94) Taylor, Matthew (2003-04) Peezick, Ira (1973-75) Sander, Mike (1998-99) Taylor, William (1949) Pellak, George (1972-75) Sannelli, Nick (1997, 1999-01) Thatcher, Richard (1963-65) Pennoni, Andrew (1985-88) Scali, Mark (1974-75) Thayer, William (1956-58) Petersen, John (1971-74) Schaefer, Steven (1985-89) Tice, Alex (1962-63) Pfeffer, Jeff (2003-04) Schmidt, Ronald (1972) Tichi, John (1985) Phillips, Clarence (1961, 63-64) Schneider, Philip (1947) Tordone, Mike (1989-91) Pike, David (2000) Schofield, David (1979-80) Touhey, Joe (1999-02) Piper, George (1954-55,'57) Scholl, Edwin (1956) Touhey, Paul (1999-02) Pitorri, Chris (1991) Schuette, Henry (1955-56) Tourgee, Dan (1975) Plocinik, Chris (1992) Schuette, Robert (1957-60) Townsend, John (1961-64) 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 185

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Trombley, Josh (1995-98) Trotman, Jack (1962) Drexel Lacrosse: All-Time Scoring Leaders Twohig, Mike (1989-93) Ulmer, David (1982) Points 79 Todd Snellenburg (1995-98) Van Dyke, David (1958-60) 231 Bob Ambler (1972-75) 74 Jeff Giza (1989-92) Van Ess, William (1958) 217 John Colt (1988-91) 73 Pete Alvanos (1985-87) Van Riper, Phil (1995) 206 Dennis Fink (1976-78) 73 Erik Fink (1993-94) Van Zanten, Rutger (1952-54, 57) 185 Tom Charno (1983-87) 70 Matt Winkler (1996-99) Varipatis, Mike (1999) 173 Ron Forster (1977-80) 69 Jeff Spano (1998-01) Ververelli, John (1974-75, 78) 171 Ira Peezick (1973-75) 68 Derek Gibbons (1988-91) Vincent, Charles (1956-57) 165 Jeff Miller (1974-77) 64 Jason Kilpatrick (1999-02) Wagner, Ray (1948-50) 155 Rob Corner (1982-85) 61 Alvin Bowman (1985-88) Walano, Mark (1994) 138 Brian Diener (1993-96) 60 Jake Bunting (1994-98) Wall, Robert (1967-69) 137 Todd Snellenburg (1995-98) 60 Sean Maloney (2002-04) Walls, Pat (2001, 2003) 133 Scott Carruthers (1980-82) Wallgren, Barry (1966) 122 Jeff Iannarino (1996-99) Assists Walsh, Matt (1994-97) 120 Bob Hoover (1978-81) 126 Dennis Fink (1976-78) Walters, Charles (1965-67) 118 Craig Caputo (1995-98) 115 John Colt (1988-91) Waltham, William (1969) 115 Jeff Spano (1998-01) 110 Bob Ambler (1972-75) Warne, Matthew (1988-91) 114 Erik Fink (1993-94) 99 Walter Bajkowski (1970-72) Warnecker, Augie (1960) 110 Jeff Giza (1989-92) 99 Rob Corner (1982-85) Wassum, Wayne (1969) 109 Matt Winkler (1996-99) 94 Ira Peezick (1973-75) Webster, Perley (1941, 47) 108 Sean Maloney (2002-04) 63 Tom Charno (1983-87) Weiman, Mitchell (1985-87) 103 Alvin Bowman (1985-88) 58 Todd Snellenburg (1995-98) Welcome, Alex (1996-99) 101 Derek Gibbons (1988-91) 56 Scott Carruthers (1980-82) Wells, Matthew (1983-84) 48 Sean Maloney (2002-04) Welz, Adam (1998-00) 46 Jeff Spano (1998-01) Wentworth, William (1983) Goals 42 Alvin Bowman (1985-88) Westing, John (1948-50) 147 Jeff Miller (1974-77) 42 Mark Williamson (2001-02) White, Robert (1962-65) 122 Tom Charno (1983-87) 41 Erik Fink (1993-94) Wiley, Mike (1991-92) 121 Bob Ambler (1972-75) 39 Patrick Friel (2000-03) Wilford, Troy (1994-95) 120 Bob Hoover (178-81) 39 Matt Winkler (1996-99) Wilkinson, William (1953-54) 102 John Colt (1988-91) 38 Brian Diener (1993-96) Williams, Dan (1999) 100 Brian Diener (1993-96) 37 Sean Moloney (2002-03) Williams, Paul (1966-68) 99 Ron Forster (1977-80) 36 Jeff Giza (1989-92) Williamson, David (1983) 96 Dick Young (1950-53) 36 Jason Kilpatrick (1999-02) Williamson, Mark (2001-02) 92 Craig Caputo (1995-98) 34 Keith Cooke (1998-01) Wilson, Samuel (1959-61) 90 Jeff Iannarino (1996-99) 33 Derek Gibbons (1988-91) Winegrad, Lawrence (1968) 80 Dennis Fink (1976-78) Winig, Alan (1982) Winkler, Matt (1996-99) Wise, Ross (1953-55) Witt, Kyle (2002-04) Wittorff, William (1963-65) Wood, Glenn (1958-59) Wood, John (1984-86, 88-89) Woods, Dan (1997, 1999-00) Wybranski, Stanley (1959) Yahrling, Fred (1949-52) Yeakle, Ronald (1942) Joe Touhey Yentz, Daniel (1981-84) Young, Kevin (1970-73) Young, Richard (1950-53) Young, Thomas (1947-48, 50) Young, Tom (2000-01) Zakarian, Zakar (1948-51) Zimmerman, Kenneth (1958-59) Zochowski, Justin (1994) John Colt 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 186

186 Honors The Drexel Dragon All-Stars

NCAA Hall of Fame Walter Bajkowski 1971 (2nd), 1972 (1st) Lynn Ferguson 1972 Robert Hill 1972 (2nd) Robert Montgomery 1972 (2nd), 1973 (1st) Paul Rahn 1972 (1st) All-Mid Atlantic Conference Bob Ambler 1973 (1st) John Buckley 1967 (2nd) James Hart 1973 (1st) Mike Quinn 1967 (2nd) Ira Peezick 1973 (1st) Ed Myers 1968 (2nd) Paul Williams 1968 (2nd) Pennsylvania/Delaware All-Stars Charles Frederick 1970 (HM) Marshall Austin 1942 (1st) Walter Bajkowski 1971 (HM), 1972 (1st) Jack Pyper 1943 (HM) 1972 Player of the Year Cook 1943 (HM) Lynn Ferguson 1971 (1st) Balford Smith 1942 (HM),1943 (2nd) James Hart 1971, 1972 (HM), 1973 (1st) John Pratt 1942 (HM),1943 (1st) Robert Hill 1971, 1973 (HM), 1972 (1st) Ray Greene 1943 (1st) Robert Montgomery 1971, 1972 (HM) George Hill 1943 (2nd),1947 (2nd) 1973 (2nd) Edgar Stier 1948 (2nd), 1949, 1950 (1st) 1974 (1st) Clarence Andrews 1947 (1st), 1948 (1st) John Kohli 1972 (HM) William Huster 1948 (2nd), 1949, 1950(HM) Gregg McClure 1972 (HM) Walter Scott 1948 (HM), 1949 (HM) Paul Rahn 1972 (1st) John Westing 1948 (HM), 1949 HM) Bob Ambler 1973 (1st), 1974 (1st) Theodore Schwaab 1949 (2nd), 1950),1951 (1st) Ira Peezick 1973 (1st), 1974 (2nd) Charles Pascale 1949 (2nd), 1950 (2nd) Henry Gulbrandsen 1974 (HM) Ray Wagner 1950 (2nd) Howard Smith 1950 (HM) All-East Coast Conference Richard Young 1950, 1951 (2nd), 1952 (1st) Bob Ambler 1975 Fred Yarling 1950,1952 (HM), 1951 (2nd) Stephen Ranft 1975 Zakar Zakarian 1951 (2nd) Dennis Fink 1976, 1977, 1978 Walton Loweree 1952 (HM) Jeff Miller 1976, 1977 Evans Adams 1952 (HM) Stephen Quigley 1976 William Gallaher 1952 (HM) James Ronan 1976 Edward Musaras 1952 (2nd) Bill Houghton 1977 Basil Barno 1952 (HM) Jeff Miller 1977 Dale Poe 1951 (HM), 1952 (1st) Bob Paradis 1977 Carl Fugmann 1954 (1st) Jeff Mailey 1978, 1979 W. Shaughnessey 1954 (2nd) Robert Paradis 1977, 1978, 1979 Edwin Neuman 1954 (2nd) Ron Forster 1979 Ross Wise 1955 (1st) Scott Carruthers 1982, 1983 James Henry 1955 (1st) Jim Grimes 1982, 1983 Richard Michel 1956 (HM) Mark Hammer 1982 Randolph Palmer 1956 (1st) J.R. Castle 1983 William Thayer 1956, 1957, 1958 (1st) John Colt 1991 Rutger Van Zanten 1957 (1st) Derek Gibbons 1991 William Schuette 1956 (HM), 1958 (1st) Frank Arnold 1956 (2nd), 1957 (HM) All-America East Conference Joseph DelVecchio 1957 (HM) Jed Salter 1994 (First Team) Ray Craig 1955 (HM),1957 (2nd) Todd Snellenburg 1995 (Rookie of the Year) John "Ed" Moore 1956 (HM),1957 (2nd) Don Seel 1996 (2nd), 1997 (2nd) Henry Milligan 1958 (2nd) Ed Boron 1998 (2nd) Richard Fitch 1958 (HM) Jake Bunting 1998 (2nd) WilliamVan Ess 1958 (HM) Craig Caputo 1998 (2nd) Alan Rosenstein 1958 (HM), 1959 (2nd) Matt Enoch 1998 (2nd) Alan Dietz 1960 (2nd), 1961 (2nd) Stas Kotula 1998 (1st), 1999 (1st) Nick Falcone 1960 (1st), 1961 (2nd) Jeff Spano 2001 (2nd) Gene Hoak 1960 (1st) Mark Williamson 2001 (Rookie of the Year) Dave Van Dyke 1959 (HM), 1960 (2nd) John Daskalakis 1961 (HM), 1962 (HM) America East Scholar-Athlete of the Thomas O'Connor 1961 (HM) Samuel Wilson 1961 (HM) Year Glenn Cannon 1962 (HM) Jake Bunting 1995, 1998 John Guzik 1962 (2nd) Mike Mullahey 1997 William Stevens 1962 (2nd), 1963 (1st) Murray Rosenburg 1963 (HM) All-Central Atlantic David Eberhart 1963 (HM) Lynn Ferguson 1970 (1st), 1971 (1st) Russell DeLuca 1964 (HM) 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 187

Honors 187 The Drexel Dragon All-Stars

William Hall 1964 (HM), 1965 (2nd) Jed Salter 1994 Frederick Reever 1964 (HM) Jake Bunting 1998 William Wittorff 1964 (2nd) Jeff Spano 2001 Henry Nowak 1965 (HM), 1966 (2nd) Pat Friel 2003 James Deckman 1965 (1st), 1966 (HM) USILA All-America John Buckley 1967 (HM) Clarence Andrews 1947 (HM), 1948 (HM) John Hawk 1967 (HM) Ray Greene 1943 (1st) Ron Leopold 1967 (HM) Edgar Stier 1949 (HM), 1950 (HM) Mike Quinn 1967 (HM) Theodore Schwaab 1951 (HM) Zakar Zakarin 1951 (HM) All-USILA Atlantic "B" Division Basil Barno 1952 (HM) Nick Falcone 1961 Richard Young 1952 (3rd), 1953 (1st) Alan Dietz 1961 Carl Fugmann 1954 (HM) Samuel Wilson 1961 Randolph Palmer 1956 (HM) Jack Geary 1961 Frank Arnold 1956 (HM) Tom O'Connor 1961 William Thayer 1957 (HM), 1958 (HM) William Stevens 1962 William Schuette 1958 (HM) John Daskalakis 1962 Alan Rosenstein 1959 (HM) Tom O'Connor 1961 (HM) USILA North/South All-Stars Jack Geary 1961 (HM) Marshall Austin 1942 Samuel Wilson 1961 (HM) Ray Greene 1943 Alan Dietz 1961 (HM) Clarence Andrews 1947, 1948 Nick Falcone 1960 (HM), 1961 (HM) Edgar Stier 1950 Gene Hoak 1961 (HM) Theodore Schwabb 1951 John Daskalakis 1962 (HM) Richard Young 1953 Lynn Ferguson 1970 (HM), 1971 (3rd) Carl Fugmann 1954 Walter Bajkowski 1972 (HM) James Henry 1955 Dennis Fink 1978 (HM) Ross Wise 1955 John "Ed" Moore 1957 USILA Scholar All-America William Thayer 1958 Jake Bunting 1998 Alan Rosenstein 1959 William Stevens 1963 GTE Academic All-America Ron Leopold 1967 Jake Bunting 1998 (Second Team) Ed Myers 1968 (First Team All-District) Lynn Ferguson 1971 Walter Bajkowski 1972 Paul Rahn 1972 All-Colonial Athletic Association Bob Ambler 1975 Patrick Friel 2003 (1st), 2002 (2nd) Dennis Fink 1978 Justin Fishman 2003 (Second Team) Erik Fink 1994 Sean Moloney 2002 (Rookie of the Year) 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 188

188 Drexel Lacrosse: Junior Varsity Rosters

1949 JV William Dankis Howard Rockman Wayne Ballard Judd Force Al Rosenstein Joseph Bigatel Vincent Gurcio R.W. Schuette Paul Corbett Gordon Mac Shane David Shuey William Gallager Edward Moore Anthony Spaddacini Edward Gilvey David Muir R.H. Snader Thomas Kolongowski J. Pietroliewicz John Stevens Robert Linde George Piper Phil Yarnall Frank Mytinger Howie Salason George Pritts Hank Sweigart 1957 Freshman John Ruth George Yocum Henry Altemus William Simon (Mgr.) Steven Bell 1954 Freshman Robert Blair 1951 JV Robert Bell Max Bosetti Carl Bauer Richard Davis Donald Bulgarelli Frank Calabrese Joseph DelVecchio Michael Dabulewicz Vincent Capozzi John Hudgins Stanley Dederer James Clift Allan Lester Deitz Blain DeHaven Carl Fugmann John Keating George DeMarco William Hauser Stephen Kleva Eric Ellis James Henry Joseph McCall, Jr. Frank Garofolo Howard Kolscher H. William Schuette Jack Geary Edward Laguna Richard Schwefler Les Goldthorp Walter Loweree Gilbert Thomas Henry Grabowski Robert McKee Steward Turner William Mattis George Miller Stanley Weiner Thomas O'Connor Donald Mintiens Thomas Wonderly Robert San Jule Edwin Newman Joseph Lescavage (Mgr.) David Van Dyke Randolph Palmer Glen Wood William Shaughnessy 1955 Freshman Kenneth Zimmerman Bruno Tibolla William Arndt Henry Gambino (Mgr.) Albert Wetzel William Criswell Mervin Wohlman Milton Lang 1958 Freshman Frank Gondorchin (Mgr.) David Lennon Richard Anderson Joseph Miorelli (Mgr.) Henry Milligan Gary Braun Donald Snyder (Mgr.) William Noonberg Joseph Crandall Fred Quester John Daskalaskis 1952 JV Howard Rockman Nicholas Falcone Samuel Altman Stanley Roman Hubert Griffin Frank Calabrese William Rowe Louis Hersh Michael Campbell Edwin Scholll Eugene Hoak James Clift Joseph Schufreider David Lundquist Howard Kolscher William Thayer David Myers Leo O'Connor William Van Ess Felix Paino Walter Reichart Vincent Vidas Howard Schwartz Bruno Tibolla Charles Vincent Martin Sinon Rutger Van Zanten Gordon Nash (Mgr.) Daniel Sonon Anthony Washofsky Samuel Wilson Ross Wise 1956 Freshman Melvin Wohlman Donald Bellew 1959 Freshman Matthew Gruen (Mgr.) Max Bosetti Gene Bishop John DiAngelo David Cadic 1953 Freshman Dick Fitch Glenn Cannon Donald Barr Richard Love Joseph Dickey Russell Boice Dale Miller James Duffy Charles Burke Paul Potts John Guzik Ray Craig Joseph Potz Edward Heckler 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 189

189 Drexel Lacrosse: Junior Varsity Rosters

James Hoover Arno Krumbiegle 1964 Freshman Robert Hoover John McCullough Toby Brown Charles Jones John Parrish Anthony D'Augustine Anthony Kazlouski Timothy Patterson John Davis Stephen Krueger Jeff Perkins Edward Eller Juan Mato George Reif Howard Groverman Robert Stephens Andy Robins John Hawk Steven Solomon Joseph Schwartz Lawrence Henry Lawrence Trautman Jeff Suszkowski Robert Hensil Augie Warnecker Jack Trotman Richard Hildebrand Bruce Zimmerman Robert Whit Richard Hillman John Bogoshefsky (Mgr.) John Kuzan Leonard O'Neill (Mgr.) 1962 Freshman Edward Kenkelen Robert Van Blunk (Mgr.) James Deckman Robert Killen Russell DeLuca James Loughridge 1960 Freshman Arthur Dreager Charles Plaxa Donald Amoss James Duffy Michael Quinn Robert Brooks Frederick Fenster William Reed David Bryden Larry Geiser Robert Reuss Donald Chiariello William Hall Stephen Sakowshi David Eberhart Norman Inazu John Turnbaugh William Ensor Augustine Kelly Barry Wallgren John Gimpel Barry Kline Charles Walters Joseph Gochar Frank Latham Mario Iavicoli Charles McLaughlin 1965 Freshman Robert Katherine James Nichols Stephen Bacino Ward Keever Fred Reever William Bryant Larry Mayfield Norman Shatwell John Buckley James McDonough Michael Smith John Chew Arney Munson Richard Thatcher Laurence Colbert Anthony Phillips William Walters Zachary Comeaux Clarence Phillips William Wittorff Leonard Dillon Chris Rehnan John Everhart Donald Schwergert 1963 Freshman Joseph Gallagher William Stevens Wayne Albright, III James Hall Alexander Tice Edmund Bogdan Larry Halvorsen John Townsend Charles Colver Leslie Hamilton John Webb Michael Cook Thomas Hodgens Steven Winter Thomas DeFiore Bruce Horn Michael Gildea David Keever 1961 Freshman Mitchell Greenspan George Meyers George Betz Walter Hunt Peter Nelson Robert Berry Anthony Hutchinson Ward Reese, Jr. David Bewick Henry Novak C.R. Starbuck Larry Bowne Thomas Jerardi James Verdi William Brundick Robert Knabe William Voss Robert Cascarino Ronald Leopold E.W. Weinbrecht, Jr. James Donohue Gene Pligavko Paul Williams Kenneth Edge Wayne Statler Lawrence Winegrad David Frowert Bryan Stevens George Gallatig Vernon Tabb 1966 Freshman Andrew Green John Tedesco James Budinetz Gordon Greenfield Robert Block (Mgr.) Jurij Burka William Haderer Robert Hepp (Mgr.) Albert Cornell Donald Howe Lawrence Cozzens Ronald Howe Richard DeFrank Harvey Knauer Gerald Fadden 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 190

190 Drexel Lacrosse: Junior Varsity Rosters

Thomas Garing Kenneth Yotz John Kohli Karl Goldstrohm Gregg McClure Larry Hackmann 1968 Freshman Daniel Malcolm Paul Heckendorf Paul Adams Daniel Miller Frederick Henklein Douglas Burns Fred Miller Raymond Henry, Jr. Brian Cullinan Bruce Paige Irwin Jacobs John Darrow Paul Rahn Barry Keyes B. Lynn Ferguson Thomas Razler Thomas Moyer Charles Frederick Paul Robbins Peter Nelson Donald Gay John Rugh Daniel Romanchuk Edward Klaus Richard Schuster Vinton Lee 1970 Freshman Joseph Sclanfani, Jr. Joel Spiegel Peter Adamski Fred Walker Stephen Swytak Bruce Bardwell Robert Wall Kenneth Zawicki Francis Buchy Byron Waltham William DiMichele Bruce Yarock 1969 Freshman Anthony Frost Walter Bajowski Paul Gamaldi 1967 Freshman Kenneth Benjes Henry Gulbrandsen James Aderhold Robert Brown Alfred Hall, III James Cosgrove David Callahan Robert Hill Charles Everett Thomas Frost Stuart Kushner Rodney Hilbert Richard Guertin Stephen Marengo William Huber George Hrebien Kenneth Prager James Lemisch Peter Iannozzi Lee Stevens Gerald Maden Larry Johnson John Teitz William Messner Michael Johnson James Reed Raymond Jones Lacrosse in the Drexel Athletic Hall of Fame

Robert Ambler Herman “Eppy” Lynn Ferguson Epstein • Class of 1975 • Class of 1972 • Class of 1972 • Basketball & Lacrosse • Head Lacrosse Coach • Football & Lacrosse • First Team All-Star 1947-1968 • Three-year letterwinner Central Atlantic, MAC • Overall Record: in both sports and ECC 91-86-2 (.514) • Named to First-Team • North-South All-Star • Coached 24 All-Pennsylvania & participant as top All-Americans Third-Team All-American senior goal scorer in • Assistant Football in football country Coach • Named to First-Team All- • Basketball & Lacrosse Penn-Del, Central Atlantic Team Captain All-MAC & Third-Team All-America in lacrosse • NCAA Hall of Fame Inductee (1972) 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 191

191 Lacrosse in the Drexel Athletic Hall of Fame

Dennis Fink Carl Hertrich Thomas Kolongowski • Class of 1978 • Class of 1971 • Class of 1953 • Lacrosse • Baseball, Football, • Baseball, Football, • Drexel’s first Division I Lacrosse Lacrosse All-American in lacrosse • Won seven varsity • Second-Team All- after leading the nation letters, one in lacrosse Conference in Lacrosse in points (98) and • Awarded the Sigma assists (68) Alpha Mu award as • Three-time All-ECC outstanding junior athlete • Held 11 Drexel record and the Varsity Club & upon his graduation Lt. Thomas P. Greene Memorial Award as outstanding senior athlete

John Kuzan Maury McMains Edgar Stier

• Class of 1968 • Athletic Director, • Class of 1951 • Football & Lacrosse Coach (1935-1968) • Varsity Soccer 4 Years • Named MVP in the • During his Drexel • Varsity Lacrosse 4 Years MAC South and Career he coached • All-American in Soccer First-Team All- baseball, basketball, (1950) Conference as both football, golf, lacrosse • All-American in Lacrosse quarterback & and swimming (1950) defensive back • Was athletic director • Soccer captain in 1949 • Selected to Second from 1943-52 and 1950 Team All-State as • Alumni Varsity Club senior Award • Received the Maxwell • Varsity Club 4 Years Club & West Philadelphia Lions Club Awards as well as the Lt. Thomas P. Greene Memorial Award 18436_01_text.qxp 10/18/2004 5:18 PM Page 192

192 Lacrosse in the Drexel Athletic Hall of Fame

William Thayer Vincent Vidas William Wilkinson • Class of 1959 • Class of 1959 • Class of 1954 • Lacrosse • Basketball, Football • Lacrosse, Soccer • Three-year letterwinner & Lacrosse • Two-year letterwinner & team captain in • Three-year letterwinner in lacrosse and four- senior year in football and lettered year letterwinner in • First Team Penn-Del one year in basketball soccer League (1956, 1957, and lacrosse • Second-Team All- 1958) • Named All-American Region as a • Two-time All-America in football in junior sophomore Honorable Mention and senior years • All-American and First- • Named to North-South Team All-Region as Senior All-Star Team a junior Parting Thoughts: William S. Thayer When the idea of this book began to take shape, the foremost thoughts in my mind related to the grand traditions of lacrosse and the great pride that has characterized Drexel Dragon Lacrosse since its beginning in 1941. Conversations and correspondence with Drexel Lacrosse Alumni throughout the writing have reinforced these two paramount thoughts, and, hopefully, you will find this emphasis meaningful and enjoyable.

The rich traditions of lacrosse began with the Native Americans. From the earliest days, lacrosse has been a rugged, physically demanding sport. Equipment and rule changes have evolved over the years, but the basic stick and ball concept will endure forever. Competitive lacrosse players have always had the high level of Richard Young dedication required to master stick handling, stamina, game sense and physical control. The Drexel Lacrosse teams over the past six decades established their own part of the great lacrosse tradition, • Class of 1954 and I’m confident that the stickmen of the future will continue in • Football, Lacrosse fine style. • Four-year letterwinner in lacrosse and Drexel Dragon Lacrosse has always been about pride in self and in lettered in football the team with the Blue and Gold uniforms. This is born of hard one year • Drexel career record work, dedicated training and the sheer will to be the best. Those holder for goals by who have been fortunate to have played Drexel Lacrosse carry that a midfielder pride for a lifetime. The wonderful memories shared throughout • Named First-Team All- this book bear witness to everlasting pride. Penn-Del in junior & senior years I am especially pleased that we were able to obtain information • Named Third-Team about every Drexel Lacrosse team from 1941 to the present. Many All-American as a junior thanks to the former players who shared their precious memories. • First-Team All-American Happily, we observe that the present Dragon Lacrosse Program is in his senior year strong and competitive as the athletes and coaches continue the wonderful tradition. We wish them all the best! 18436_PB_Cover 10/25/04 10:54 AM Page 2

Lacrosse Lacrosse ...The Only True North American Sport

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