Seven Western Massachusetts boys lacrosse players selected to inaugural BostonLax.net All-American Game
Jason Remillard, The Republican, June 17, 2013 3:53 p.m.
At the same time, they helped two worthy charitable causes.
Amherst midfielder Kieran Presley, Westfield midfielder Matt Lacroix and Minnechaug goalie Sam Wheaton suited up for Team Boston Strong in the BostonLax.net All-American Game at Harvard University in Cambridge.
They were opposed by Team Wounded Warrior, which had midfielders Drew Kelleher and Keegan Dudeck and defenseman Reid Leveillee – all of Division II state champion Longmeadow – and South Hadley attackman Evan Marcus.
The game is a fundraiser for the One Fund Boston, which benefits those affected by the April 15 Boston Marathon bombings, and the Wounded Warrior Project.
All but Dudeck and Kelleher were named All-Americans by U.S. Lacrosse, the sport’s governing body. Every All-American from Massachusetts, including Independent School League (preps), received an invitation, while other standouts such as Dudeck and Kelleher were added to fill out the rosters.