Sometimes, as is the case with the ESPNU crew, they come bearing gifts to enhance the fan experience.
The 24-hour college sports network is covering 40 regular-season lacrosse games and every first-round and quarterfinal matchup of the men’s NCAA Tournament, which means they're spending a lot of quality time in Maryland this spring.
What makes it even better for us is ESPNU also brings the 2010 ESPNU Lacrosse Tour, ESPNU Monument and “Game of L-A-X” mini-tournament to some of the events they cover.
I had the opportunity to see their activities at the Face-Off Classic last month, and it was a lot of fun for youngsters and their families. I was delighted to learn they'll be back on Saturday for the "Day of Rivals."
2010 ESPNU Lacrosse Tour is a mini-lacrosse fan fest, with a mini-lacrosse field set outside the stadium. In addition to the mini-field, there are two LED TV’s playing ESPNU lacrosse highlights, and bleachers to encourage viewing and fan participation. The ESPNU monument (a 24-foot tall, interactive monument designed in the likeness of the ESPNU logo) is also on display.
The highlight of each ESPNU Lacrosse Tour event is the “Game of L-A-X,” hosted by Mike Powell, two-time national champion at Syracuse. The “Game of L-A-X” is played similar to the basketball game of H-O-R-S-E. One contestant must complete a trick and his opponent has the opportunity to match the trick or receive a letter. The first person to force his opponent to obtain all three letters wins the game. ESPNU has a prize package for the winner.
The ESPNU Lacrosse Tour is free to attend and fans of all ages are welcome to participate. You can find them just outside the stadium near Unitas Plaza.
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