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Posted on September 2, 2010 by Buffalo Bandits Press Release
 Buffalo Bandits Director of Lacrosse Operations Scott Loffler today announced the team’s 2011 National Lacrosse League schedule. Buffalo’s 16-game schedule features eight home games and eight on the road. Seven of the eight games will be played on Saturdays, with the other taking place on Friday February 4. All home games will start at 7:30 p.m.
Buffalo opens the 2011 season out west on Saturday, January 8 when they visit the Pengrowth Saddledome to face the Calgary Roughnecks in a 9:30 p.m. start. After another road game in Philadelphia on January 15, the Bandits will play their home opener against the Toronto Rock on Saturday, January 22 at 7:30 p.m. in a rematch of the 2010 East Division Semifinal.
The Bandits will face 2010 NLL scoring leader Josh Sanderson and the Boston Blazers in consecutive games on Sunday, March 6 in Boston and Saturday, March 12 at home. The defending NLL Champion Washington Stealth will be in town on Saturday, April 2, when they visit HSBC Arena. The Bandits will then travel to Toronto and Rochester for back-to-back games on April 8 and 9 to close out their road schedule. Buffalo’s regular season wraps up on Saturday, April 23 at home against the Rochester Knighthawks.
Bandits Announce 2011 Schedule – continue reading…
Posted on August 30, 2010 by Kevin Snow / Buffalo Bandits
 Buffalo Bandits Director of Lacrosse Operations Scott Loffler today announced that former captain Rich Kilgour has been named as an assistant coach.
“I watched last season from the stands and it was difficult. It’ll be good to be back inside the glass. And I think I know the head coach pretty well, so the transition from the floor to the bench shouldn’t be that difficult,” said Kilgour. “We have a great group of guys and an awesome fan base so I am extremely excited to be back in the fold.”
Bandits Name Rich Kilgour Assistant Coach – continue reading…
Posted on August 12, 2010 by Buffalo Bandits Press Release
 The National Lacrosse League has announced that the 2010 NLL Entry Draft, presented by Marc Mesh, will take place on Wednesday, September 8th in Toronto. The Entry Draft will take place at the Westin Harbour Castle, and will begin at 6pm Eastern. A live online broadcast of the draft is scheduled to air on The NLL Network at NLL.com. The 2010 Entry Draft is presented by Marc Mesh, the Official Mesh of the National Lacrosse League.
More than 60 players will be selected in the six-round Entry Draft, which features the best young talent from NCAA lacrosse programs at US colleges and universities as well as Canada’s junior lacrosse system. The Rochester Knighthawks currently hold the first overall selection.
The league’s ten member clubs will be drafting players who will look to make an impact during the 2011 season, which begins in January. The 2011 season will marks the 25th anniversary season of professional indoor lacrosse.
2010 NLL Entry Draft to be held on September 8 in Toronto – continue reading…
 Buffalo Bandits Director of Lacrosse Operations Scott Loffler announced the team has re-signed forward Jon Harasym to a two-year contract and defenseman Darryl Gibson to a one-year deal (pending league approval).
Harasym, hailing from Edmonton, Alberta, returned to the Bandits for a second stint (2005-07) last season, posting 14 points (4+10) in 14 games. He established a new career-high, collecting 66 loose balls during the 2010 season; while appearing in his first career NLL playoff game at Toronto on May 1, adding an assist.
Gibson, a 10-year veteran returns to Buffalo after posting eight points (0+8) in 11 regular season games with the Bandits last season. Gibson was originally drafted by Albany in 2000.
 Buffalo Bandits Director of Lacrosse Operations Scott Loffler today announced the team has signed Head Coach and General Manager Darris Kilgour to a three-year contract extension. The new deal will keep Kilgour in Buffalo through the 2013 NLL season.
Since being named the sixth head coach in franchise history on July 18, 2002, Kilgour has led the Bandits to eight consecutive playoff appearances – including an NLL Championship in 2008. Kilgour has compiled a regular season record of 80-48 in Buffalo, along with a 10-7 record in the postseason. Kilgour’s 12-win season in 2003 is the most in franchise history, and the feat earned him 2003 NLL Coach of the Year honors.
Bandits Sign Head Coach Darris Kilgour to Extension – continue reading…
 The National Lacrosse League today announced Buffalo Bandits defenseman Chris Corbeil has been named to the 2010 NLL All-Rookie Team.
Corbeil (6’3”, London, ON), was selected in the second-round (15th overall) and played in 12 regular season games this season, and one playoff contest. He posted nine points (3+6) in his debut season with Buffalo. The left-handed defenseman was one of only four NLL rookies to register a short-handed goal.
“I am extremely honored,” said an elated Corbeil. The ultra-competitive defenseman collected 81 loose balls this season, which was good for 3rd most among all rookies.
Bandits: Corbeil named to NLL All-Rookie Team – continue reading…
Posted on May 12, 2010 by Tim Bulmer
 The Buffalo Bandits today announced the Summer Lacrosse Experience for 2010. Two camps will be held during the month of July at Nichols School in Buffalo, and at Niagara County Community College in Sanborn, NY.
The first camp will take place on Tuesday, July 6 through Thursday, July 8 running from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day at Nichols School. This camp is open for boys ages 7-18 and girls 10-13. Each participant will be instructed on both the indoor and outdoor lacrosse game with lessons taking place on two state-of-the-art turf fields and an indoor facility. Players are expected to provide their own equipment including stick(s), gloves, helmet, shoulder pads, mouthpiece and footwear (cleats and sneakers). The cost for the camp will be $250 per participant. A $75 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of registration.
The Buffalo Bandits Summer Lacrosse Experience – continue reading…
 Despite jumping out to a 6-0 lead, the Buffalo Bandits found themselves on the losing side of a 13-11 contest against the Toronto Rock on Saturday night at the Air Canada Center.
Mike Accursi finished the night with six goals and nine points, while the Bandits peppered the Rock with 37 shots on goal – but it wasn’t enough as Toronto staged a late comeback to advance to the Eastern Division Finals.
The Bandits drew first blood after Roger Vyse accepted a pass from Accursi in the slot and slammed it through traffic to beat Bob Watson. Brett Bucktooth extended the lead late in the quarter after digging down the middle and firing a laser past the netminder to make it 2-0.
Bandits blow lead, season in playoff loss at Toronto – continue reading…
Posted on April 25, 2010 by Kevin Snow/Buffalo Bandits
 The Buffalo Bandits advanced to the 2010 Playoffs after defeating the Boston Blazers 13-10 at the HSBC Arena.
After a rocky 2-6 start to the season, the Buffalo Bandits had to find a way to climb back into the standings. They found that after winning four straight.
However, the standings stayed tight and to make the playoffs, the Bandits game-plan tonight was simple, win.
Bandits clinch playoff birth – continue reading…
Posted on April 23, 2010 by Tim Bulmer/Buffalo Bandits
 The Buffalo Bandits today announced the playoff scenario for the 2010 National Lacrosse League playoffs before heading into this Saturday’s contest against the Boston Blazers at 7:30 p.m.
With a win this Saturday against Boston, Buffalo will be the #3 seed in the East Division playing at Toronto on Saturday, May 1. With a loss, Buffalo is eliminated from playoff contention.
Buffalo Bandits Associate General Manager Derek Graham, summarized the situation, “The playoffs start a week early for us. It’s do or die. There is going to be a playoff style atmosphere at the arena Saturday night with 18,000 of the greatest fans in lacrosse behind us. Hopefully we will be able to give them something to cheer about.”
Bandits face do or die in season finale – continue reading…
Posted on April 17, 2010 by Tim Bulmer/Buffalo Bandits
 The Buffalo Bandits fell to the Orlando Titans in a devastatig 9-7 loss at the Amway Arena.
All-Star forward Mark Steenhuis opened the scoring on the power play to earn his 500th career point. Assisted by John Tavares and Mike Accursi, the goal marked just one of many power play goals that would follow.
Exactly four minutes later, Darryl Gibson found Kevin Dostie who added another tally to extend the Bandits lead to 2-1 at the end of the first quarter.
Bandits blow opportunity in Orlando – continue reading…
Posted on April 14, 2010 by Tim Bulmer/Buffalo Bandits
 The National Lacrosse League today announced Buffalo Bandits rookie defenseman Chris Corbeil has been named Rookie of the Week for Week 14 of the regular season.
Corbeil returned to action against Toronto on Saturday after missing three games with a knee injury. He posted two points (1+1) and collected 10 loose balls in Buffalo’s 13-10 win against Toronto. Through 10 games this season, Corbeil has recorded eight points (3+5) and grabbed 67 loose balls for the Bandits.
Corbeil and the rest of the Buffalo Bandits travel to the Sunshine State to face off against the Orlando Titans on Friday night. Ball drop from Amway Arena is slated for 7:35 p.m. ET. Fans can listen to the game live on KB 1520 radio or watch the action on nll.com
Bandits’ Corbeil named NLL Rookie of Week – continue reading…
 With the NHL Stanley Cup Playoff banner displayed overhead, the Buffalo Bandits kept their own playoff hopes alive with a 13-10 victory over the Toronto Rock.
The Bandits opened the scoring on a shot from Mark Steenhuis just 1:07 into the game. Assisted by Sean Greenhalgh and John Tavares, the goal would set-off a flurry of Bandits tallies to follow.
Mike Accursi found the net twice and Mark Steenhuis netted another from the ground to gain a Bandits lead of 4-1 lead at the end of the first quarter.
The offensive blast would continue in the second quarter when John Tavares netted his first goal of the game on a pass from Sean Greenhalgh and Frank Resetarits. In just 21 minutes of play, Tavares had tallied five points (1+4).
Bandits keep playoff hopes alive with win – continue reading…
 The Bandits fell to the Colorado Mammoth 12-11 in a fight to the finish in overtime.
The Mammoth came out hungry with three goals in the first quarter from Jamie Shewchuk and two from Alex Gajic to take a 3-1 lead. The lone Bandits goal came from Mike Accursi at the 5:22 mark.
The second quarter would prove much of the same as the Mammoth would come out with three more goals. Gajic would get his third just before Mike Thompson was replaced by Angus Goodleaf.
Bandits lose to Colorado in overtime – continue reading…
Posted on April 2, 2010 by Tim Bulmer/Buffalo Bandits
 The National Lacrosse League today announced Buffalo Bandits forward John Tavares has been named Player of the Month for March.
Tavares playing in his first full month of the season, recorded 18 pts (8G, 10A) over four games as the Bandits went 4-0 in the month of March; with wins against East Division rivals Orlando, Toronto, Boston and Rochester. Tavares scored the game-winning overtime goal in back-to-back games March 12 at Toronto and March 13 at Boston. With the help of Tavares in the lineup, the Bandits concluded the month of March going 4-0. They moved from 2-6 to 6-6 for the season, and are now tied for 2nd place in the Eastern Division.
Tavares named Player of the Month – continue reading…
Posted on April 1, 2010 by Tim Bulmer/Buffalo Bandits
 Buffalo Bandits Director of Lacrosse Operations Scott Loffler today announced goaltender Ken Montour was placed on Injured Reserve retroactive to March 18. Steve Priolo will take Montour’s active roster spot. (pending league approval)
Priolo, Buffalo’s second-round pick in the 2009 NLL Entry Draft has posted seven points (0+7) in nine games; while collecting 22 loose balls.
Montour, the 2009 NLL Goaltender of the Year, appeared in seven games this season posting a 2-4 record. He stopped a season-high 46 shots against Rochester on January 9 before suffering a concussion at home against the Toronto Rock on February 6.
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Posted on April 1, 2010 by Tim Bulmer/Buffalo Bandits
 The Buffalo Bandits and the National Lacrosse League are proud to announce “Black Out Breast Cancer” this Saturday, April 3 when the Bandits square off against the Colorado Mammoth at 7:30 p.m.
“The National Lacrosse League is proud to join the fight against breast cancer,” said NLL Commissioner George Daniel. “Our fans are very passionate about lacrosse, and we know they will rally behind this cause as well.”
The Bandits will wear pink helmets in honor of “Black Out Breast Cancer.” Each helmet will be signed by the player and then auctioned off next Saturday, April 10th vs. Toronto. All proceeds from the auction will benefit the Western New York affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation.
Bandits Going Pink On Saturday For Cancer – continue reading…
 The Buffalo Bandits made it four in a row tonight as they topped the Rochester Knighthawks 14-7.
The Bandits would come out strong after a week off and gain a 2-0 lead early on at the Blue Cross Arena after Mark Steenhuis and Tom Montour lit the lamp.
The team would also add three more on the board to gain a 5-2 lead at the end of the first quarter. Mike Accursi netted two of those goals while the other came from Brett Bucktooth.
Bandits back in playoff chase after fourth straight win – continue reading…
 The National Lacrosse League announced today that Buffalo Bandits forward John Tavares was named Offensive Player of the Week as well as Overall Player of the Week, for Week #10 of the 2010 NLL Season. The Week #10 NLL schedule consisted of games played on the weekend of March 12th -14th.
Tavares scored the Bandits game-winning overtime goal in both weekend games against Toronto and Boston; posting 11 points tallying 7 goals, 4 assists and 15 loose balls. On Friday he recorded six points (3+3) and picked up 9 loose balls in an 11-10 (OT) road win against the Rock. The following night he scored five points (4+1), while collecting six loose balls in a 9-8 (OT) road win at Boston. Tavares registered four power play points (2+2) over the weekend. Since his return on Feb. 13 @ Philadelphia, Tavares has 12 points (4+8) on the man advantage, rejuvenating the Bandits power play that went 8 for 28 in the first six weeks of the season.
Tavares named NLL Player of the Week – continue reading…
Posted on March 14, 2010 by Kevin Snow/Buffalo Bandits
 The Buffalo Bandits are keeping their playoff hopes alive and thrilling fans after defeating the Boston Blazers 9-8 in overtime.
The Bandits would strike first on a goal by Mark Steenhuis. Assisted by John Tavares and Kevin Dostie, the goal marked Steenhuis’ 24th of the season. John Harasym would also net a goal on a breakaway pass from Clay Hill to put the Bandits up 2-1 after the first quarter.
The game would remain tight in the second after the Blazers’ Brenden Thenhaus would tie the game with just 4:30 left. However, John Tavares would respond to regain the lead just 1:47 later to put the Bandits up 4-3 at the half.
Bandits keep playoff hopes alive with OT win – continue reading…
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…
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