Posted on March 10, 2010 by Tim Bulmer/Buffalo Bandits
The National Lacrosse League announced today that Buffalo Bandits transition player Mark Steenhuis was named Offensive Player of the Week as well as Overall Player of the Week, while rookie forward Kyle Clancy was selected as the league’s Rookie of the Week, for Week #9 of the 2010 NLL Season. The Week #9 NLL schedule consisted of games played on the weekend of March 5th -7th.
Steenhuis, the Bandits leading scorer scorched the Titans with 10 points (6+4) in a 12-10 upset win against Orlando on Saturday. Steenhuis paced the Bandits emotional win with a natural hat-trick to start the Buffalo scoring. Two of his six goals came on the power play while recording a season-high 17 shots on Titans goaltender Matt Vinc. The win was crucial for the Bandits, who entered the contest with a 2-6 record and needed to start the second half of their season on a strong note.
Steenhuis & Clancy receive weekly NLL honors – continue reading…
It was a clash of the titans at the HSBC Arena tonight as the Buffalo Bandits defeated the Orlando Titans 12-10.
The Bandits would come out strong in the first quarter to take a 4-0 lead. A natural hat trick by Mark Steenhuis and a goal by Jon Harasym provided a huge spark to a struggling offense.
Sparks also flew between both teams three times during the game when scrums and fights would show that there is still bad blood between the two teams from last year’s eastern conference semifinal.
Bandits get win over Titans at Arena – continue reading…
Posted on February 28, 2010 by Buffalo Bandits press release
It was a fight to the finish as the Buffalo Bandits lost to the Philadelphia Wings 15-11 tonight at the HSBC Arena.
The Wings came out strong early in the game with goals from Drew Westervelt, Josh Sims, Kyle Wailes and David Mitchell.
However the Bandits would work to close that gap late into the second quarter with strong showings from John Tavares and Billy Dee Smith to bring the game within two.
Bandits fall to 2-6 with loss to Wings – continue reading…
Posted on February 18, 2010 by Buffalo Bandits Press Report
Calgary Roughnecks goaltender Mike Poulin was named the National Lacrosse Leagues Overall Player of the Week for Week #6 of the 2010 NLL Season.The Week #6 NLL schedule consisted of games played on the weekend of February 12-14.
With his club hosting the Eastern Division leading Toronto Rock and trailing 5-1 in the second quarter, Poulin entered the game in place of starter Matt King. Poulin stopped 28 of the 31 shots he faced, holding the Rock to three goals in the games final 42 minutes of play. The Roughnecks rallied to defeat Toronto 10-8 on Sunday.
Bandits’ Tavares, Goodleaf earn NLL honors – continue reading…
Posted on February 14, 2010 by Buffalo Bandits press release
Can you call it the Tavares effect?
In his first game after missing six straight with a calve injury, John Tavares would lead the Buffalo Bandits to their second victory of their season, defeating the Philadelphia Wings 13-11.
In what could have been a repeat performance, the Bandits fell into a 5-0 hole halfway through the first period and had some battling back to do.
Tavares’ return sparks Bandits to win – continue reading…
Posted on February 12, 2010 by Bandits Press Release
National Lacrosse League today announced that recently retired Buffalo Bandits defenseman Rich Kilgour is among six candidates for the 2010 NLL Hall of Fame. Voting by the member clubs, media and current Hall of Fame members will take place over the next ten days, with a planned announcement of the Class of 2010 on Monday, February 22nd.
Kilgour had an 18-year playing career (1992-2009), all with the Buffalo Bandits. At the time of his retirement, he had played in 18 of the league’s 23 seasons of history. His team’s made the playoffs 13 times and won four championships (1992, ‘93, ‘96 & 2008). The 1993 champion Bandits were the only team to go undefeated through the regular season and playoffs (10-0) in league history. Kilgour played in 200 career regular season games as a forward and faceoff man for the the Bandits, scoring 317 career points (94 goals, 223 assists). Kilgour was a leader, as he served as Bandits captain for twelve seasons from 1998 to 2009.
Former Bandit Kilgour nominated for Hall of Fame – continue reading…
Posted on January 31, 2010 by Bandits Press Report
The Buffalo Bandits can exhale now after earning their first win of the season tonight against the Minnesota Swarm 11-7.
The Bandits record coming into tonight’s game was less than exhilarating as the team’s desperation was beginning to show after losing four straight games. Coach Kilgour emphasized the need for teamwork and elevated play from all his players, and tonight they responded.
Mark Steenhuis would play his best game of the season, registering eight points on the night (1+7). With pressure mounting from the Swarm defense, Steenhuis was forced to make some tough plays during the game.
Bandits pick up first win – continue reading…
Posted on January 24, 2010 by Bandits Press Report
The Buffalo Bandits are in unprecedented territory. After losing 11-7 to the Edmonton Rush Saturday night the Bandits are off to a 0-4 start, something hasn’t happened since their debut season in 1992.
Noticeably absent from tonight’s contest were veterans John Tavares and Roger Vyse. Tavares is currently day-to-day with a lower body injury and looks to get back in action soon.
“I’m hoping to play next weekend” Tavares told Bandits.com last night. “I have skipped the warm up this week and am feeling good.”
The Bandits are back in action this Saturday, January 30 at the HSBC Arena against the Minnesota Swarm at 7:30 p.m.
Source: Buffalo Bandits.com
Posted on January 17, 2010 by Bandits Press Release
The Buffalo Bandits lost their second straight game to the Rochester Knighthawks in a 13-11 loss during the home opener at HSBC Arena.
Buffalo opened the game with a much stronger offense than in last week’s 10-5 loss in Rochester. Three quick goals from Mike Accursi, Sean Greenhalgh, and Mark Steenhuis put them up early on the power play.
However, after a major scrum broke out after the Steenhuis’ goal, Rochester retaliated on the power play with a pair of goals from Shawn Williams to bring the Knighthawks within one.
Bandits lose second straight to Rochester – continue reading…
Posted on December 11, 2009 by Buffalo Bandits Press Release
The Buffalo Bandits, in conjunction with Upstate New York Transplant Services, today announced the team will hold a Blood Drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at HSBC Arena on Saturday, December 12. Fans are encouraged to stop by the East Wing of the 100 Level Concourse to donate.
Doors will open at 10 a.m. for Bandits Open Practice on Saturday, with the team taking the field around 11 a.m. Practice will run to 1 p.m., and will include two performances by the Bandettes. Following practice, the Bandits will take part in a team autograph session. Additional open practice events include the Select-A-Seat season ticket program and a Chinese/Silent auction presented by the Buffalo Bandits Brigade.
Buffalo Bandits To Hold Blood Drive Saturday – continue reading…
Posted on November 21, 2009 by BSD Staff Reports
The Buffalo Bandits announced today that individual game tickets for the 2010 regular season will go on sale Monday, November 30 at 9 a.m.
The Bandits open their home slate of the 2010 NLL season Saturday, January 16 against their I-90 rival the Rochester Knighthawks. This season all eight 2010 Bandits home games will be played on Saturday night. The Orlando Titans (formerly New York) will make their first ever appearance at HSBC Arena as the Orlando franchise on March 6 at 7:30 p.m. Season tickets are on sale now, contact account services at 1-888-467-2273.
Bandits: Individual Tickets On Sale Nov. 30 – continue reading…
