Category: Nanticoke

By any chance have you ever heard somebody claim that the PLL does not have enough teams to accommodate the amount of talent in the lacrosse world? If so you can be entitled to financial compensation. Only kidding, don’t reach out looking for money, instead see below the prestigious article of PLL’s ninth expansion team, Free Agents LC. A few players on this list may be picked up by the time the article releases, please do not show up outside of my house with pitchforks and torches if this is the case.

Out of curiosity, what would you name your PLL expansion team?

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Tehoka Nanticoke, Randy Staats, Andrew Kew, and Mark Cockerton

For Nanticoke and Staats, they have not had their fair chance at making a push for a roster spot in the PLL. Neither have been active for a game despite having decorated college careers and being world class indoor players. Staats can do a little bit of everything and Tehoka has some of the silkiest mitts in the world, they’re both highlight reel players who bring juice to any offense. Staats would be the quarterback of this offense, 4 years ago he had a 50 point season on 17 goals and 33 assists. Kew is a head scratcher on how he is still unclaimed, the big lefty has proven he can be productive in this league totaling 13 points in 2021 with the Cannons. I remember watching him net 4 goals in one of the Cannons first games in the PLL, two years later he hasn’t cracked a roster since. Cockerton brings a veteran presence to this PLL expansion team, as he is someone who has produced in the professional game for a longtime.

Offensive Midfield

Bryan Cole, Tanner Cook, Jack Jasinski, Sergio Salcido, Christian…

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BUFFALO, N. Y. — The Buffalo Bandits quest for their first league title since 2008 continued on Saturday, in Buffalo’s Keybank Centre, where they secured the final 13-4 over the Colorado Mammoth. With Tehoka Nanticoke and Adam Bomberry of Six Nations included, the franchise earned its first final in 15 years. Photo courtesy of the NLL Facebook page.

By TRT Staff with notes from NLL.com

BUFFALO, N. Y. — The Bandits quest for their first league title since 2008 continued on Saturday, June 3 at 7:30 p.m., in Buffalo’s Keybank Centre.

One year ago, nearly the same NLL Final scenario played out at the KeyBank Center in Buffalo, with the outcome of 2022’s 15-14 Bandits Game 1 triumph looking mighty similar to this year’s 2023 finals opening act.

Colorado took care of business on their home floor for Game 2 in 2022 as well, winning 11-8 before heading back to Banditland for the Game 3 series clincher. This year, the Mammoth took nearly the same win, 16-10 in their home arena.

But on Saturday night, after 15 long years, Buffalo secured their spot as 2023 NLL Final champions after a strong win of 13-4 over Colorado.

“Six Nations of the Grand River (SNGR) would like to congratulate Tehoka Nanticoke, Adam Bomberry and the Buffalo Bandits on capturing the National Lacrosse League (NLL) championship,” wrote the SNGR Facebook page.

Nanticoke broke game scoring with the first goal from Josh Bryne, then proceeded to earn multiple assists throughout the remaining game time.

“Congratulations to Tehoka, Adam and the Buffalo Bandits,” Chief Mark B. Hill said. “Adam and Tehoka are tremendous individuals, and I couldn’t be happier for them. What they do on and off the floor is amazing…

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Buffalo Bandits (Wikimedia Commons)

The Buffalo Bandits won the 2023 National Lacrosse League Cup on Saturday. In a best of three final, the Bandits defeated the Colorado Mammoth two games to one. In the third game of the series on Saturday, the Bandits beat the Mammoth 13-4.

The 19 Canadians on the Bandits are forwards Tehoka Nanticoke of Six Nations, Ontario, Dhane Smith and Chris Cloutier of Kitchener, Ontario, Brad McCulley of Victoria, British Columbia, Sam La Roue of South Surrey, British Columbia, Josh Byrne of New Westminster, British Columbia, Kyle Buchanan of Nepean, Ontario, and Chase Fraser of Vancouver, British Columbia, transition players Ian MacKay of Port Elgin, Ontario, Nick Weiss of Port Hope, Ontario, defensemen Adam Bomberry of Six Nations, Justin Martin of Oakville, Ontario, Steve Priolo of St. Catharines, Ontario, Matt Spanger of Toronto, Ontario, Ethan O’Connor of Milton, Ontario, Justin Robinson of Pickering, Ontario, and Bryce Sweeting of Peterborough, Ontario, and goaltenders Devlin Shanahan of Mississauga, Ontario, and Matt Vinc of St. Catharines.

Byrne led the Bandits in the regular season with 43 goals. Smith led the Bandits in the regular season with 96 assists and 132 points. In the playoffs, Smith, Byrne and Nanticoke led the Bandits with 15 goals. Smith led the Bandits in the postseason with 34 assists and 49 points. In game three of the NLL Cup on Sunday, Byrne led the Bandits with four goals, while Smith led the Bandits with seven assists and nine points.

The 2022-23 NLL Awards have also been announced. Calgary Roughnecks goaltender Christian Del Bianco of Port Coquitlam, British Columbia was named the most valuable player and goaltender of the year, Toronto Rock defenseman Latrell Harris of St. Catharines was named the defensive player of the year, Calgary Roughnecks transition player…

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Buffalo’s Ian MacKay, left, Josh Byrne, center, and Dhane Smith pose for a photo with the NLL Championship. P-J photo by Christian Storms Buffalo’s Josh Byrne rolls around in the confetti after helping the Bandits win the NLL Championship on Saturday night at KeyBank Center. P-J photo by Christian Storms Buffalo’s Tehoka Nanticoke holds the NLL Championship trophy. P-J photo by Christian Storms
The 2023 NLL Champion Buffalo Bandits. P-J photo by Christian Storms

Buffalo’s Josh Byrne rolls around in the confetti after helping the Bandits win the NLL Championship on Saturday night at KeyBank Center. P-J photo by Christian Storms

BUFFALO — Since 2008 the Buffalo Bandits have experienced the pains of just missing out on winning the National Lacrosse League Championship. In fact, the Bandits had lost the finals in back-to-back seasons and after a 16-10 loss on Memorial Day in Game 2 against the Colorado Mammoth, it looked like Buffalo might lose three finals in a row.

That’s how it looked when the frustrations brewed at the end of Game 2, but that’s not the mindset Buffalo came back home with for the decisive Game 3 of the National Lacrosse League Championship at KeyBank Center on Saturday.

The Bandits completely flipped the script in Game 3, reversing the lopsided loss in Game 2, into a dominant 13-4 victory to secure the team’s fifth championship and first since 2008.

“I’m super proud of our group, it’s been a long time coming,” Buffalo’s Josh Byrne said after winning the NLL Championship. “The last two years we lose…

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Buffalo’s Josh Byrne rolls around in the confetti after helping the Bandits win the NLL Championship on Saturday night at KeyBank Center. OBSERVER Photo by Christian Storms Buffalo’s Tehoka Nanticoke holds the NLL Championship trophy. OBSERVER Photo by Christian Storms Buffalo’s Ian MacKay, left, Josh Byrne, center, and Dhane Smith pose for a photo with the NLL Championship. OBSERVER Photo by Christian Storms

Buffalo’s Josh Byrne rolls around in the confetti after helping the Bandits win the NLL Championship on Saturday night at KeyBank Center. OBSERVER Photo by Christian Storms

BUFFALO — Since 2008 the Buffalo Bandits have experienced the pains of just missing out on winning the National Lacrosse League Championship. In fact, the Bandits had lost the finals in back-to-back seasons and after a 16-10 loss on Memorial Day in Game 2 against the Colorado Mammoth, it looked like Buffalo might lose three finals in a row.

That’s how it looked when the frustrations brewed at the end of Game 2, but that’s not the mindset Buffalo came back home with for the decisive Game 3 of the National Lacrosse League Championship at KeyBank Center on Saturday.

The Bandits completely flipped the script in Game 3, reversing the lopsided loss in Game 2, into a dominant 13-4 victory to secure the team’s fifth championship and first since 2008.

“I’m super proud of our group, it’s been a long time coming,” Buffalo’s Josh Byrne said after winning the NLL Championship. “The last two years we lose two championships, one to Calgary, one to this same team. And for this series to go the same way it…

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Gail “Tòkèkkëmpàhko (Gentle Leaves)” Gould, born to the late Frank Fisher & Jeannette Carpenter-Fisher-Pierce in Bridgeton NJ on January 22, 1960. She began her journey to the creator on May 31, 2023, surrounded by the love of her family in her home in Quinton Township, NJ.

Gail had many titles; among the most important of those are ‘Mom’, ’Grammy’, and wife.

Gail attended Bridgeton Highschool, graduating in 1978. At the conclusion of her time in high school, she worked for many different institutions and establishments. This includes Atlantic City casinos, Inscon Cable, Leones Industries, Wheaton Industries, Farm Rite, Owen’s Supply, etc. However, she took most pride in her involvement in the various jobs and committees within the jurisdiction of her people; The Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape Tribal Nation of New Jersey. She was heavily involved in many aspects of supporting her tribal family, both as an employee and a volunteer for majority of her life. This included coordinating the annual Pow-Wow, assisting with elders and elder luncheons, high involvement with Cultural Retention and various youth camps, and so much more. Additionally, Gail spearheaded and laid the ground work for the museum and performing arts center that will come to be known as Achimwit of the Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape. But, most importantly to her, she played a crucial role in supporting tribal youth, both through action AND example.

Even in her 50s, Gail continued to inspire by pursuing additional degrees in business, successfully obtaining her Associate’s Degree from Rowan, previously known as Cumberland County College, and continued on to obtain her Bachelor’s Degree from Wilmington University. She proved that you are never too old to chase a dream.

Gail is survived by her husband: Chief Mark “Quiet Hawk” Gould, her siblings: Cheri Pierce, Deborah Pierce, Michael Pierce, and Christopher Fisher, her daughter: Lia “Watching…

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Police investigate in the 200 block of West Church Street in Nanticoke on Saturday. The Luzerne County Coroner’s Office ruled Sunday that the death of a woman at 203 West Church St. was a homicide.

Roger DuPuis | Times Leader

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The Luzerne County Coroner’s Office has determined that the death of a woman found in a West Church Street residence in Nanticoke on Saturday was a homicide.

Lastarr Williams, 27, died from multiple traumatic injuries due to physical assault, according to a release from Luzerne County Coroner Jill Matthews issued on Sunday afternoon.

Investigators from Nanticoke, Newport Township and the Pennsylvania State Police responded to the area of 203 W. Church St. on Saturday after it was reported that a deceased female was at the location.

Williams was pronounced dead at the scene on Saturday. An autopsy was performed by Dr. Gary Ross, who came to the conclusion that Williams’ death was to be ruled a homicide.

There was no word Sunday as to whether or not anyone had been taken into custody regarding this incident. The coroner’s report notes that any further information will be released from the Nanticoke City Police Department, the Pennsylvania State Police or the Luzerne County District Attorney’s Office.

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A church in Lackawanna County held a special service Sunday as a marine sergeant shared his story.

CLARKS GREEN, Pa. — While it may have looked like a typical service at the Servant Church of the Abingtons in Clarks Green, many veterans and military families filled the pews for a special sermon ahead of Memorial Day.

Including Gina and Jay Jayne, who met during their time in Germany while in the Army.

“The service is for all veterans, first responders, and it just gives them a feeling of hope,” said Gina Jayne from Newton Township.

The Jaynes planned this church service and invited Sergeant Carlos Evans to give service men and women that feeling of hope.

Sergeant Evans came home from his deployment in Afghanistan without his legs and his left hand after stepping on an IED.

Today, the Marine Corps Chaplin shared what Memorial Day means to him. 

“So it’s very important to bring awareness, especially to the young generation, that the freedom we are enjoying today has a price,”  explained Sergeant Carlos Evans, U.S. Marine Corps.

One of the goals of his sermon was to make sure service men and women feel seen.

“40% are veterans in the community. And they’re amazing because they not only serve their community, but their church and their families, they are so involved,” Gina Jayne added.

Sergeant Evans hopes sharing his near-death experience will encourage other veterans to open up about their stories too.

“There’s purpose in our scars. That we’re not victims of our tears. That we have a purpose, we have opportunity, to look at yourself the way God sees you,” he mentioned.

And help others who may not know someone in the armed forces understands the sacrifices military personnel make.

“Today, I’m touching more people with only one hand…

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