Lake Placid Lax

WELCOME TO THE 19TH ANNUAL LAKE PLACID SUMMIT LACROSSE TOURNAMENT, AUGUST 6-10, 2008! 

MAKE YOUR PLANS FOR OUR 20TH ANNIVERSARY EVENT, AUGUST 3-9, 2009!

The 2009 Summit will mark the 20th anniversary of the tournament and we are planning a big celebration. The event will kick off on Monday August 3, 2009 with the introduction of the Scholastic Division for boys and girls who still have remaining high school eligibility. Pre-registration information for the inaugural scholastic division will be published in September. The balance of the tournament will kick off on Wednesday, August 5, 2009 with the Super Grand Masters Division taking the fields. Grand Masters and Masters Division play will commence on Thursday, August 6 and the Open Divisions will begin play on Friday, August 7, 2009.   

2008 TOURNAMENT PHOTOS NOW AVAILABLE AT www.laxpix.com

More than 550 images from all divisions of the 2008 tournament are now available for purchase at www.laxpix.com, the official photographer of the 2008 Summit. Just navigate to the "find your photos" link and view all of the 2008 photos.  

2008 AWARD WINNERS NAMED 

For the past several years, the tournament has honored the passing of three individuals who had made a significant impact on the tournament since its inception in 1990. The Dan Spillett Award is given annually to a Grand Masters Player who exemplifies Dan's tenacity, determination, perseverance and positive attitude both on and off the playing field. The 2008 recipient of the Spillett Award is Bob DiPuppo, the long time organizer and goalie of the Philadelphia Masters team, the Eagles Grand Masters team and the Gray Eagles Super Grand Masters team. The Jim Muhlfelder Award is presented annually to a women's division participant who displays Jim's qualities of honesty, integrity and loyalty. The 2008 recipient of the Muhlfelder Award is Andi O'Connor, who has played in the women's division since its inception in 1998. The Larry Piatelli Award is presented annually to the men's official whose work ethic, dedication, enthusiasm, sportsmanship, competitive spirit and friendliness resemble the qualities of Larry Piatelli. The 2008 recipient of the Piatelli Award is Clark Mercer, the venerable Central New York official who has officiated at the tournament since its inception in 1990. Congratulations to all the 2008 award winners!

AUGUST 11 REPORT: SUMMARY OF CHAMPIONSHIPS DECIDED ON AUGUST 10

In a very deep Women’s Open Division, Laxified repeated as Summit champion by defeating the Legends 13-7. Laxified’s Jen Adams was named game MVP and the Legend’s Katlyn McCormack received the sportsmanship award. Mass Elite defeated Granite St. Elite 12-6 to take third place.

Men’s Open Division II featured two first time finalists as Team Bass Mass-ter defeated the Roadhawks 8-6 to take the title. Bass Mass-ter’s Gerhard Buehning was named MVP and Jay Strombusky of the Roadhawks received the sportsmanship award. The third place game between Buffalo Soldiers and Sothoron homes was postponed due to inclement weather.

The Men’s Grand Masters Division I title game featured defending champion Sloe Moes and first time finalist Essian. Sloe Moes defended their title with an 8-5 win and Chris Guttilla was named MVP. Essian’s Richard Shassian received the sportsmanship award. Sloe Moes run to the title featured multiple overtime games including a six overtime semi-final win over Greene Turtle who took third place with an 11-3 win over the Geezers.

In the Men’s Open Division I, Forsyth & Forsyth and Raymour & Flanigan were named co-champions when adverse weather conditions forced the postponement of the championship game.  The Masters Division II final featuring a re-match of 2007 finalists Team Long Island and the Rhode Warriors, received a similar fate and the teams were named co-champions. This was the first time in the nineteen year history of the tournament that a tournament championship game could not be played because of inclement weather.  

AUGUST 10 REPORT: TOURNAMENT ENDS WITH A STORM OF ACTIVITY!

Championship Sunday got off to a beautiful start and champions were crowned in Grand Masters I, Masters I, Women's Open before a violent mountain thunderstorm prematurely ended the tournament before all games could be played. The results of all divisions have been uploaded and more information will follow in the days ahead. Thanks to all who participated in the 2008 Summit, safe travels, and we'll see you August 5-9, 2009 for the 20th anniversary tournament! 

AUGUST 9 REPORT: WELLINGTON STEELE TAKES GRAND MASTERS II: FINALISTS SET IN ALL DIVISIONS

Wellington Steele defeated Canistigionne Crabmen 16-5 to win the Grand Masters II championship. Wellington midfielder Chip Vaughn was named MVP. Finalists have been set for tomorrow's championship games in all remaining divisions. The day's semi-final games featured many close contests including a six overtime game in Grand Masters I between Sloe Moes (the eventual winner) and Greene Turtle. Championship games will be played from 10 AM until 3 PM at the North Elba Athletic Fields as the tournament winds towards its conclusion tomorrow.  

AUGUST 8 REPORT: CLOUD SPLITTER WINS 3RD STRAIGHT SUPER GM TITLE! ALL DIVISIONS OPEN PLAY

Behind the MVP performance of Lee Murphy, Cloud Splitter defeated Ultra Legends for the third consecutive year in the Super Grand Masters final, this time by a score of 9-6. SGM play concluded today and the final results can be viewed on the results page.

The Men's and Women's Open Divisions began play today as part of an abbreviated schedule caused by inclement weather. While all scheduled games were played, game durations were shortened due to playing conditions. The days results have been uploaded to the results page.

Tomorrow's action will feature semi-final games in seven divisions. The most up to date men's schedule has been uploaded to the schedule page and the specific remaining schedule for each division can be viewed by opening its results page. Look for continued updates for the reminder of the weekend.   

AUGUST 7 REPORT: GRAND MASTERS AND MASTERS PLAY OPENS UP; SUPER GRAND MASTERS FINAL SET

Twenty five masters teams (age 33 and over) and twenty three grand masters teams (age 45 and over) opened up play today under variable skies that at times were beautifully blue and at other times fierce with summer showers. All games were completed except for the Grand Masters I game between top seed Sloe Moes and Checkmate, which was suspended with 15 seconds remaining in the game with the score tied at 5. The game will be concluded at 8:00 AM tomorrow morning. The Super Grand Masters Division (age 52 and over) will see a repeat of last year's final between defending champ Cloud Splitter and the Ultra Legends. The championship game is slated for 4:00 PM at the North Elba Athletic Fields.  Play opens tomorrow in the men's and women's open divisions.

AUGUST 6 REPORT: TOURNAMENT UNDERWAY; DAILY RESULTS TO BE POSTED 

The 2008 Summit opened up today under partly sunny skies as the 52 and over Super Grand Masters Division opened with two rounds of play. The day's results have been uploaded to the results page and daily results will be uploaded. Tomorrow, play begins in the Grand Masters and Masters divisions. Although they have been the subject of much rain in recent weeks, the new Town of North Elba Athletic fields received rave reviews from the participants.  

PAST MASTERS GAME SCHEDULED!

We are pleased to announce the second annual "Past Masters" game featuring lacrosse players who will be 60 years old by the end of 2008. The game will be played on Saturday, August 9 at 11:30 AM on field NEAF-5. The rules will be identical to the Super Grand Masters Division. Mike Fisher is organizing the event and can be contacted by interested players at mfquaere@aol.com. There will be limited opportunities for slightly younger players to participate.

YOUTH TOURNAMENT POSSIBLE IN 2009!

We are considering starting a youth tournament in 2009 either in conjunction with the adult tournament or on the weekend before. The tournament would be designed for elite boys and girls developmental teams at the U-18 and U-15 levels. Let us know what kind of interest might be out there as we begin our planning.

PLAYERS LOOKING FOR A TEAM?

With a 95 team field, we cannot actively help individual players find teams to connect with. However, the list of team contacts can be viewed on our forms page and players looking can send out inquiries on their own.     

INTERESTED IN BEING PLACED ON THE TOURNAMENT WAIT LIST?

Most divisions in the tournament have a short wait list. There is very little attrition from year to year but several teams do get invited off the wait list every year. In addition, there will be some modest growth in a couple of divisions this year so there are immediate opportunities for wait listed teams. To add your team to the wait list, send an e-mail to info@lakeplacilax.com and be sure to specify which division of play you are interested in.