NCAA Stories of 2013
By Brendan Staudt, Contributer
Syracuse Loses Galasso to Foot Injury – Whatever plans the Orange had in their pockets with UNC transfer, Nicky Galasso, it will have to wait another season. The attackman has decided to get surgery on his foot after an injury he suffered last year at North Carolina that limited him to man up situations only. Now, Coach Desko and his coaching staff are in a tough position and have a big question to answer, what do they do with Jojo Morasco? Invert? Attack only? Midfield only? The Orange have had their share of troubles, Galloway getting sick right before the Maryland playoff game in 2009 is one example. Al Cavalieri stepped up big time and helped the Orange to championship weekend and another ring. However, that was only one game; this particular situation is for an entire season. I’m sure what Coach Desko comes up with, it will take lots of planning and careful consideration.
Loyola Greyhounds, Can They Reiterate? – With the loss of Eric Lusby, who set the all time scoring record in the NCAA Men’s Lacrosse tournament, can Loyola get back to Championship Weekend? During their game against the USA Men’s National team, they showed that they can hang with professional players. Mike Sawyer got knocked around like a rag doll, but shook it off. Jack Runkel made some great saves during his time in net, but at times did show weakness and seemed to slump at times, he will have to wake up and get into tournament mode early if the Greyhounds want to make a statement and another run.