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WILC 2015

Gallery: Iroquois-US

The U.S.'s Marcus Holman dives into the crease as he throws the ball in for a goal.
The U.S.'s Marcus Holman dives into the crease as he throws the ball in for a goal. Logan Reidsma | Photo Editor
The Iroquois' Adam Bomberry defends an American player who is observing the rest of the field.
The Iroquois' Adam Bomberry defends an American player who is observing the rest of the field. Logan Reidsma | Photo Editor
The Iroquois' Lyle Thompson shoots on net. He had three timely goals in the 13-9 win.
The Iroquois' Lyle Thompson shoots on net. He had three timely goals in the 13-9 win. Logan Reidsma | Photo Editor
Lyle Thompson carries his stick in his left hand as he dashes toward the net. After the game, he said one of the halftime adjustments was for him to use his speed more.
Lyle Thompson carries his stick in his left hand as he dashes toward the net. After the game, he said one of the halftime adjustments was for him to use his speed more. Logan Reidsma | Photo Editor
Lyle Thompson goes after a loose ball soaring overhead.
Lyle Thompson goes after a loose ball soaring overhead. Logan Reidsma | Photo Editor
American Garrett Thul destroys an Iroquois player. It was one of many displays of physicality on Friday night.
American Garrett Thul destroys an Iroquois player. It was one of many displays of physicality on Friday night. Logan Reidsma | Photo Editor
Jeff Shattler blows past an American defender. Shattler had three goals for the Iroquois.
Jeff Shattler blows past an American defender. Shattler had three goals for the Iroquois. Logan Reidsma | Photo Editor
The Americans' CJ Costabile unloads a shot from a few yards beyond the crease. He had multiple open opportunities throughout the game.
The Americans' CJ Costabile unloads a shot from a few yards beyond the crease. He had multiple open opportunities throughout the game. Logan Reidsma | Photo Editor
The Iroquois flag waves over the field. The Iroquois Nation is the host country for the event.
The Iroquois flag waves over the field. The Iroquois Nation is the host country for the event. Logan Reidsma | Photo Editor
Miles Thompson, Lyle's brother, shoots from just outside the crease while absorbing pressure from Joel White.
Miles Thompson, Lyle's brother, shoots from just outside the crease while absorbing pressure from Joel White. Logan Reidsma | Photo Editor
Former Syracuse attack Randy Staats (83) goes after the ball for the Iroquois. He contributed throughout the game with several behind-the-back passes.
Former Syracuse attack Randy Staats (83) goes after the ball for the Iroquois. He contributed throughout the game with several behind-the-back passes. Logan Reidsma | Photo Editor
The Americans gather around their own goal to prep for the game.
The Americans gather around their own goal to prep for the game. Logan Reidsma | Photo Editor
The opening ceremony featured Iroquois natives performing traditional dance steps.
The opening ceremony featured Iroquois natives performing traditional dance steps. Logan Reidsma | Photo Editor
Lyle Thompson looks on during the opening ceremony.
Lyle Thompson looks on during the opening ceremony. Logan Reidsma | Photo Editor
American players and coaches watch the action. After the game, they both said losing to the Iroquois provided an opportunity to learn and improve.
American players and coaches watch the action. After the game, they both said losing to the Iroquois provided an opportunity to learn and improve. Logan Reidsma | Photo Editor
Teams representing 13 countries marched out during the opening ceremony.
Teams representing 13 countries marched out during the opening ceremony. Logan Reidsma | Photo Editor
Four people in traditional dresses walked out with the German team during the festivities.
Four people in traditional dresses walked out with the German team during the festivities. Logan Reidsma | Photo Editor
The opening ceremony featured a storytelling segment on what the game of lacrosse means to the Iroquois people.
The opening ceremony featured a storytelling segment on what the game of lacrosse means to the Iroquois people. Logan Reidsma | Photo Editor
During the opening ceremony, the voice over the loudspeaker explained that lacrosse was originally played as a way to make peace.
During the opening ceremony, the voice over the loudspeaker explained that lacrosse was originally played as a way to make peace. Logan Reidsma | Photo Editor
(From left) Oren Lyons, Chancellor Kent Syverud and Jim Brown pose for photos before the opening ceremony. Lyons, the namesake of Lyons Hall and Brown, a legendary former SU football and lacrosse player were teammates on Syracuse's 1957 lacrosse team.
(From left) Oren Lyons, Chancellor Kent Syverud and Jim Brown pose for photos before the opening ceremony. Lyons, the namesake of Lyons Hall and Brown, a legendary former SU football and lacrosse player were teammates on Syracuse's 1957 lacrosse team. Logan Reidsma | Photo Editor
Lyle Thompson speaks with reporters after the game.
Lyle Thompson speaks with reporters after the game. Logan Reidsma | Photo Editor

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By Logan Reidsma
Published on September 19, 2015 at 8:18 am

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