July 24, 2007

Michigan to Host Hopkins and Army

Ann Arbor, Mich. - The University of Michigan Men's Lacrosse team will take on nine-time NCAA National Champion and 2007's title-winner, Johns Hopkins University along with perennial top-25 Army on Friday, October 12^th in Ann Arbor, Michigan at Elbel Field at 6:00 pm in an evening of scrimmages.

Michigan has taken on Division I opponents in scrimmage formats before, but the Hopkins and Army should test the Wolverines' mettle like never before.  This also marks the first time that Michigan will compete against such high caliber teams in Ann Arbor.

Said Michigan head coach John Paul, "We are honored that coach Pietramala and coach Alberici are willing to bring their teams here to Ann Arbor and to play us.  It's a tremendous opportunity for our program and for lacrosse in the state of Michigan.  It's a unique chance to see the best in the game playing close to home, and I know the lacrosse community will come out in full force to support this great event."

Last season, the Wolverines finished 13-5 (7-0 Central Collegiate Lacrosse Association) in the Men's Collegiate Lacrosse Association, the governing body for the nation's top collegiate club teams.  The MCLA provides a governing structure much like the NCAA with nine MCLA conferences spread across the country. 

$5 general admission tickets will be available at the gate on game-day with no plans for advanced ticket sales.  Each team will play each other for three total games over the course of the evening.  For more information, and all of your Michigan Men's Lacrosse needs, please visit MGoBlue.com. 

Contact: Joe Hennessy (jjhennes@umich.edu) - 734-276-8493