Alice Walker

The lacrosse team came into this season with little in the way of expectations and even less in continuity. The team lost 16 players from the 2009 squad to graduation and 2010 seemed destined to be a rebuilding season.

However, early on, McGill looked primed for another year of contention as the team got off to a strong 5-2 start before losing three in a row and falling to Carleton in the quarter-final of the Canadian University Field Lacrosse Association playoffs.

Despite losing in the quarters, the team was competitive thanks to contributions throughout the lineup. Talented veteran Noah Miller from the University of Vermont led the team in goals with 25 and had 27 points for a share of the team lead. There were in-house improvements from Ryan Besse (who also scored 27 points), Guy Fox and Jishan Sharples. The rookies also chipped in, with strong performances from Ross Burst and Nolan Prinzen.

Since it was supposed to be a rebuilding season, we can’t hold this year’s team to the same standards as last year. Still, the players showed too much talent and heart early in the season to be satisfied with a .500 season and an early playoff exit. The lacrosse team will lose only four players to graduation this year and should be at the top of the CUFLA East standings next fall.

MVP: Guy Fox

Player to Watch:  Jishan Sharples