NEW YORK — January 27, 2012 -- Maverik Lacrosse is proud to announce that two of its athletes and one of its sponsored schools will be participating in this weekends’ US Lacrosse Champion Challenge taking place at the Disney Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, FL. Maverik endorsed athletes Drew Adams, (2011 MLL Goalie of the Year) and Peet Poillon (2010 MLL Leading Scorer) will be suiting up with Team USA, while Notre Dame, a Maverik sponsored program, will be taking the field for their first scrimmage this spring wearing new custom Maverik Rome Gloves. Connect with Maverik Lacrosse on Facebook and Twitter for all the latest news, gear and updates from this weekend’s event.
"It’s an honor to play with Team USA and compete alongside some of the best talent in the country," said Poillon.
Champion Challenge schedule
Friday, Jan. 27
7 pm — US Women's Team vs. England Women's Team
7:30 pm — Jacksonville vs. Notre Dame (scrimmage)
Saturday, Jan. 28
11:30 am — England Women's Team vs Syracuse University
1 pm — National Team Coaching Clinic
3 pm — England Women's Team vs. Northwestern Univsersity
4:30 pm — US Men's Team/University of Notre Dame combined practice
5 pm — US Women's Team vs. University of Maryland
7 pm — US Women's Team vs. University of Maryland
Sunday, Jan. 29
11 am — US Women's Team vs. Northwestern University (ESPN3)
11 am — England Women's Team vs. University of Maryland
1:30 pm — US Men's Team vs. Denver University (ESPN3)
1:30 pm — US Women's Team vs. Northwestern University
“It’s exciting to get back on the field and play in a Division I style game again. The competition is going to be top notch.” said Adams. “Having played a role in the creation of Notre Dames custom Rome gear, it will be very rewarding to see them in action.”
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