Men’s lacrosse coach Rocky Delfino has announced the 2012 schedule
Roberts Wesleyan College men’s lacrosse schedule is comprised of 13 games in the inaugural season. The schedule consists of a mix of NCAA Division II and III teams. The Raiders will host all of the Division III teams and travel to play the Division II opponents.
“This year’s schedule is a mix of Division II and III teams allowing us to fill out a full schedule of teams that will test our character, toughness, and team development,” said Men’s Lacrosse Coach Rocky Delfino. “In men’s lacrosse, it doesn’t matter what the level is, all of the teams will be highly competitive.”
Of the Division II sides, the Raiders are scheduled to face three future East Coast Conference rivals, Molloy College, Seton Hill University, and Dominican College on March 17, 24 and April 11, respectively.
The Raiders will also play Franklin Pierce University, St. Anselm College, and The College of St. Rose from the Northeast-10 Conference. Like the Raiders, The College of St. Rose is a new program that is in its first year.
Another new program the Raiders will face is Coker College (N.C.) on March 10 at a neutral site in Philadelphia.
The Raiders will host six Division III teams, including the home opener against Alfred University on February 25 at 1 p.m.
Other home games include Hilbert College, Cazenovia College, Medaille College, SUNY Canton, and SUNYIT.
The Raiders are not eligible for any post-season opportunities as the NAIA and NCCAA does not sponsor men’s lacrosse.
All games will be played on the main practice field next to the Roberts Wesleyan Soccer Stadium. This practice field has an artificial field turf surface and has a 90’ Hummel lighting system.
Delfino said he is looking forward to the small, but capable group of student-athletes that will compete for the first-year program. “I give this year’s team a lot of credit, because they are laying the foundation of our program,” said Delfino. “They are few in numbers but focus on the goal of developing the program. They have also helped in developing a talented class for next year, which help continue to develop team depth, talent, and competiveness.”
