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Tuesday, May 13, 2008

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Bandits

Steenhuis named NLL Transition Player of Year
By Tom Borrelli -- News Sports Reporter
Updated: 05/12/08 4:18 PM

The Buffalo Bandits' Mark Steenhuis, who tied the franchise record with seven goals in last Saturday's East Division final, was named the National Lacrosse League's Transition Player of the Year on Monday.
Bandits one step from title
By Tom Borrelli -- News Sports Reporter
Updated: 05/12/08 9:34 AM

Mark Steenhuis and John Tavares provided a titanic 1-2 punch that floored even the Titans.
Bandits headed to Champion's Cup
By Tom Borrelli - News Sports Reporter
Updated: 05/10/08 10:01 PM

Only one obstacle stands between the Buffalo Bandits and the end of their 12-year championship drought.
Bandits battle with surging Titans tonight for place in finals
By Tom Borrelli NEWS SPORTS REPORTER
Updated: 05/10/08 10:08 AM

There’s more to this battle of titans than just the visiting team’s nickname. Only one of the two hottest teams in the National Lacrosse League will advance to the Champion’s Cup — the survivor of tonight’s East Division final between the New York Titans and Buffalo Bandits at HSBC Arena (7:30 p.m., Radio 550 AM).
Bandits vs. Titans

Updated: 05/09/08 2:52 PM

The Buffalo Bandits and New York Titans meet in a second-round NLL playoff game tonight at 7:30 in HSBC Arena. Here is a tale of the tape for this matchup of the two hottest teams in the National Lacrosse League. The number in parentheses indicates league rank out of 12.
Bandits trainer cops award

Updated: 05/09/08 6:33 AM

Getzville resident Dr. Sherri La Shomb, who works with the Buffalo Bandits, has been named the National Lacrosse League’s athletic trainer of the year for the second time in three seasons.
Vyse getting a grip on the pro game
By Tom Borrelli
Updated: 05/08/08 7:01 AM

At this time last season, Roger Vyse was living in lacrosse purgatory.
Buffalo Bandits survive sloppy start, defeat Philadelphia Wings 14-12
By Tom Borrelli NEWS SPORTS REPORTER
Updated: 05/03/08 9:50 AM

Two bad quarters nearly led to one giant disappointment. Instead, the Buffalo Bandits relied on their survival skills to advance in the National Lacrosse League playoffs Friday night.
Aubrey’s double makes it a wash
By Mike Harrington NEWS SPORTS REPORTER
Updated: 05/03/08 6:41 AM

Manager Torey Lovullo had to send yet another ugly report to Cleveland early this morning after the Buffalo Bisons’ rain-delayed, 10-3 loss to the Charlotte Knights in Dunn Tire Park. But at least the folks in Progressive Field will be happy to read one section of it.
Bandits have the urge to cook Wings
By Tom Borrelli - News Sports Reporter
Updated: 05/02/08 9:40 AM

You could almost see this one coming.
Bandits vs. Wings

Updated: 05/01/08 4:19 PM

The Buffalo Bandits and Philadelphia Wings meet in a first-round NLL playoff game tonight at 7:30 in HSBC Arena. Here is a tale of the tape for this heavyweight matchup of longtime rivals. The number in parentheses indicates league rank out of 12
Bomberry provides shot in the arm
By Tom Borrelli -- News Sports Reporter
Updated: 05/01/08 9:16 AM

Being Cory Bomberry’s teammate has benefits, especially if you’re a goaltender.
Bandits’ reward: home for playoffs
By Tom Borrelli NEWS SPORTS REPORTER
Updated: 04/27/08 7:27 AM

Taking care of business on the home turf will allow the Buffalo Bandits to stay right there for the duration of their playoff involvement.
A win plus help would keep Bandits at home
By Tom Borrelli NEWS SPORTS REPORTER
Updated: 04/26/08 6:54 AM

Just making the playoffs isn’t enough for the Buffalo Bandits.
Steenhuis bags fourth award

Updated: 04/24/08 6:37 AM

The Buffalo Bandits’ Mark Steenhuis has been named the National Lacrosse League’s Transition Player of the Week for the fourth time this season. He had four goals, an assist and scooped seven loose balls in last Saturday’s 13-9 victory over the Chicago Shamrox that clinched a playoff berth.


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