LACROSSEMAGAZINENATIONAL SCHOOLS EDITION

Player Focus: Amelia Ruiz

2013 Champions: Godolphin

PlusWelcome to SurreyWe take a look at this year’s venueSurrey Sport Park

Champions StoryInterview with last year’s U19Awinners The Godolphin School

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IN THIS EDITION

PLAYER FOCUS: AMELIA RUIZ 14

INFORMATION

4. Welcome Message

8. Surrey Sports Park Info.

10. Important Information

FEATURES

6. Welcome to Surrey

12. 2013 Champions Interview

14. Player Focus: Amelia Ruiz

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ADULT ENTRY TICKET: £5 JUNIOR (U16) TICKET: FREE

PRICES STATED FOR ENTRY & CAR-PARK TICKETS ARE VAILD FOR ONE DAY ONLY.

A WELCOME MESSAGEWelcome to the Rathbones National Schools Lacrosse Champi-onships 2014 Spectators Brochure. English Lacrosse is delighted to announce that Rathbones have continued their sponsorship of the event for a second year running, as part of their continued support of the sport and nationwide youth development initiatives.

Rathbones’ investment in the sport has allowed us to increase new members by over 2000 players and to recruit a new UDO and LDO (University Development O�cer) (Local Development O�cer) at the University of Surrey and Newcastle Lacrosse Club.

Aside from Rathbones’ significant partnership programme with lacrosse, they also support educa-tional events and festivals and deliver a comprehensive financial awareness initiative to schools around the UK. To find out more please visit: www.rathbones.com/young-peopleor watch our video about the partnership here: http://tinyurl.com/laclcxw

We are moving to a new home. Rathbones National Schools Championships will be hosted by Surrey Sports Park in 2014.

Surrey Sports Park o�ers more space and facilities than our old venue. Due to both the additional resource and new venue NSLC 2014 has grown. We have introduced a new age category, U13 and increased the number of schools registered in existing competitions. Lacrosse is the newest sporting partner to join Surrey Sports Park, joining Harlequins (rugby), Surrey Storm (netball), Surrey United (basketball) and the Fulham Football Foundation.

Surrey has become the home of Women’s lacrosse, playing host to the Elite squads and ultimately

hosting the 2017 Women’s Lacrosse World Cup.

This Spectator brochure will provide all the information you will need to enjoy the Rathbones National Schools Lacrosse Championships 2014, we have also included some lacrosse features to illustrate the growth of the sport and English Lacrosse Association.

Abigail MerrillEnglish Lacrosse, Event Organiser

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A WELCOME MESSAGEWelcome to the Rathbones National Schools Lacrosse Champi-onships 2014 Spectators Brochure. English Lacrosse is delighted to announce that Rathbones have continued their sponsorship of the event for a second year running, as part of their continued support of the sport and nationwide youth development initiatives.

Rathbones’ investment in the sport has allowed us to increase new members by over 2000 players and to recruit a new UDO and LDO (University Development O�cer) (Local Development O�cer) at the University of Surrey and Newcastle Lacrosse Club.

Aside from Rathbones’ significant partnership programme with lacrosse, they also support educa-tional events and festivals and deliver a comprehensive financial awareness initiative to schools around the UK. To find out more please visit: www.rathbones.com/young-peopleor watch our video about the partnership here: http://tinyurl.com/laclcxw

We are moving to a new home. Rathbones National Schools Championships will be hosted by Surrey Sports Park in 2014.

Surrey Sports Park o�ers more space and facilities than our old venue. Due to both the additional resource and new venue NSLC 2014 has grown. We have introduced a new age category, U13 and increased the number of schools registered in existing competitions. Lacrosse is the newest sporting partner to join Surrey Sports Park, joining Harlequins (rugby), Surrey Storm (netball), Surrey United (basketball) and the Fulham Football Foundation.

Surrey has become the home of Women’s lacrosse, playing host to the Elite squads and ultimately

hosting the 2017 Women’s Lacrosse World Cup.

This Spectator brochure will provide all the information you will need to enjoy the Rathbones National Schools Lacrosse Championships 2014, we have also included some lacrosse features to illustrate the growth of the sport and English Lacrosse Association.

Abigail MerrillEnglish Lacrosse, Event Organiser

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WELCOME TO SURREYEnglish Lacrosse would like to introduce you to our new venue and partner Surrey Sports Park. (SSP)

Built in 2007 as part of a multi-million pound re-development of the University of Surrey. The facility has become one of the UK’s premier sporting venues with an exceptional track record of hosting high profile events.

English Lacrosse are extremely excited to bring the 2014 Rathbones National Schools to Surrey Sports Park for the first time. The new venue will allow us to enhance the spectator experience

making the most of world-class on site facilities and excellent trans-port connections.

As part of Surrey Sports Park’s event strategy they are committed to bringing world-class athletes to Guildford by hosting international and national events.

English Lacrosse have been working closely with SSP on a range of events including Rathbones FIL Women’s World Cup which will be the largest International Women’s lacrosse event in history and will be coming to SSP in 2017.

Surrey has previously played an important role during the 2012 Olympic games by hosting 16 Olym-pic and Paralympic teams for pre-games training including GB Basketball, Singapore, US Triathlon and the Chinese Synchronised Swimming team.

English Lacrosse recently announced that Surrey is to become one of the host venues for the new flagship women’s lacrosse Super league. Surrey Jets, one of the newly launched teams of the Women’s Super League will be based at SSP.

This will add to Surrey’s already impressive line-up of elite perfor-mance teams, which boasts Aviva Premiership Rugby side Harlequins; Superleague netball team Surrey Storm, and more recently a profes-sional British Basketball League Club, Surrey Heat.

FIND OUT MOREwww.surreysportspark.co.uk

@surreysportpark

/surreysportpark

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WELCOME TO SURREYEnglish Lacrosse would like to introduce you to our new venue and partner Surrey Sports Park. (SSP)

Built in 2007 as part of a multi-million pound re-development of the University of Surrey. The facility has become one of the UK’s premier sporting venues with an exceptional track record of hosting high profile events.

English Lacrosse are extremely excited to bring the 2014 Rathbones National Schools to Surrey Sports Park for the first time. The new venue will allow us to enhance the spectator experience

making the most of world-class on site facilities and excellent trans-port connections.

As part of Surrey Sports Park’s event strategy they are committed to bringing world-class athletes to Guildford by hosting international and national events.

English Lacrosse have been working closely with SSP on a range of events including Rathbones FIL Women’s World Cup which will be the largest International Women’s lacrosse event in history and will be coming to SSP in 2017.

Surrey has previously played an important role during the 2012 Olympic games by hosting 16 Olym-pic and Paralympic teams for pre-games training including GB Basketball, Singapore, US Triathlon and the Chinese Synchronised Swimming team.

English Lacrosse recently announced that Surrey is to become one of the host venues for the new flagship women’s lacrosse Super league. Surrey Jets, one of the newly launched teams of the Women’s Super League will be based at SSP.

This will add to Surrey’s already impressive line-up of elite perfor-mance teams, which boasts Aviva Premiership Rugby side Harlequins; Superleague netball team Surrey Storm, and more recently a profes-sional British Basketball League Club, Surrey Heat.

FIND OUT MOREwww.surreysportspark.co.uk

@surreysportpark

/surreysportpark

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SURREY SPORTS PARK | SITE MAPGetting Here By Car

Guildford is 30 miles south-west of London, on the A3 London-Portsmouth road. If approaching from London or the M25 (Junction 10), remain on the bypass (A3) until you reach the exit signed to the Cathedral and University. At the roundabout take the third exit signposted Royal Surrey County Hospital and University, Manor Park. Simply follow the signs to the Royal Surrey County Hospital for approximately a mile, and approach Surrey Sports Park on the left. Turn left at the tra�c lights onto Richard Meyjes Road, which leads to the entrance of Surrey Sports Park.

If approaching on the A322 or A323 from Bagshot or Aldershot, at the A3 roundabout take the exit signed to Portsmouth, and then turn o� the A3 at the first exit (signed to the Cathedral and University). At the roundabout take the third exit signposted Royal Surrey County Hospital and University, Manor Park. Simply follow the signs to the Royal Surrey County Hospital for approximately a mile, and approach Surrey Sports Park on the left. Turn left at the tra�c lights onto Richard Meyjes Road, which leads to the entrance of Surrey Sports Park.

If entering Guildford from Horsham (A281) or Godalming (A3100), leave the central gyratory system at the exit signed for Farnham (A31). After approximately 200 yards, at the mini-roundabout, take the first turning right into Guildford Park Road, and continue along Madrid Road and The Chase for a mile. At the next roundabout, take the first exit and follow the signs to the Royal Surrey County Hospital for approximately a mile. Turn left at the tra�c lights onto Richard Meyjes Road, which leads to the entrance of Surrey Sports Park.

SAT NAV POST CODE: GU2 7XX

Getting Here By Train

Guildford is on the main line between London Waterloo and Portsmouth. Half-hourly train services run from Guildford to Waterloo, with journey times of 40 minutes. For further information, call National Rail Enquiries on 08457 484950.From the railway station

Taxi: From main (eastern) exit.

Car Parking

There are three large and secure car parks avail-able at Surrey Sports Park. Marshals will be on hand to assist you when you arrive but please be aware that there will be a small parking charge of £2 for the whole day.

Please Note: Parking on Saturday 2nd March will be at an alternate site based on the main University of Surrey site. You can locate the car-park by using the following postcode: GU2 7JP and is a 15min walk to the main Site.

Address

Surrey Sports Park LtdUniversity of SurreyRichard Meyjes RoadGuildfordSurreyGU2 7AD

Steps Event Control

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SURREY SPORTS PARK | SITE MAPGetting Here By Car

Guildford is 30 miles south-west of London, on the A3 London-Portsmouth road. If approaching from London or the M25 (Junction 10), remain on the bypass (A3) until you reach the exit signed to the Cathedral and University. At the roundabout take the third exit signposted Royal Surrey County Hospital and University, Manor Park. Simply follow the signs to the Royal Surrey County Hospital for approximately a mile, and approach Surrey Sports Park on the left. Turn left at the tra�c lights onto Richard Meyjes Road, which leads to the entrance of Surrey Sports Park.

If approaching on the A322 or A323 from Bagshot or Aldershot, at the A3 roundabout take the exit signed to Portsmouth, and then turn o� the A3 at the first exit (signed to the Cathedral and University). At the roundabout take the third exit signposted Royal Surrey County Hospital and University, Manor Park. Simply follow the signs to the Royal Surrey County Hospital for approximately a mile, and approach Surrey Sports Park on the left. Turn left at the tra�c lights onto Richard Meyjes Road, which leads to the entrance of Surrey Sports Park.

If entering Guildford from Horsham (A281) or Godalming (A3100), leave the central gyratory system at the exit signed for Farnham (A31). After approximately 200 yards, at the mini-roundabout, take the first turning right into Guildford Park Road, and continue along Madrid Road and The Chase for a mile. At the next roundabout, take the first exit and follow the signs to the Royal Surrey County Hospital for approximately a mile. Turn left at the tra�c lights onto Richard Meyjes Road, which leads to the entrance of Surrey Sports Park.

SAT NAV POST CODE: GU2 7XX

Getting Here By Train

Guildford is on the main line between London Waterloo and Portsmouth. Half-hourly train services run from Guildford to Waterloo, with journey times of 40 minutes. For further information, call National Rail Enquiries on 08457 484950.From the railway station

Taxi: From main (eastern) exit.

Car Parking

There are three large and secure car parks avail-able at Surrey Sports Park. Marshals will be on hand to assist you when you arrive but please be aware that there will be a small parking charge of £2 for the whole day.

Please Note: Parking on Saturday 2nd March will be at an alternate site based on the main University of Surrey site. You can locate the car-park by using the following postcode: GU2 7JP and is a 15min walk to the main Site.

Address

Surrey Sports Park LtdUniversity of SurreyRichard Meyjes RoadGuildfordSurreyGU2 7AD

Steps Event Control

Vendor Village

Hospitality

First Aid Room

Male Toilets

Female Toilets

Disabled Toilets

SITE MAP KEY

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Due to the expected high volume of tra�c and other users of Surrey Sports Park on Saturday 2nd March, we have been instructed to inform you that an alternative car park will be used. This will be situated at the University of Surrey’s city campus which is a 15 minute walk from the main site. A series of directions and map have been provided below to help you to find the car-park.

Getting here by car

Guildford is 30 miles south-west of London, on the A3 London-Portsmouth road. If approaching from London or the M25 (Junction 10), remain on the bypass (A3) until you reach the exit signed to the Cathedral and University. The campus is very close to this junction. Simply follow the signs to the University, being careful not to follow signs to the Town Centre.

If approaching on the A322 or A323 from Bagshot or Aldershot, at the A3 rounda-bout take the exit signed to Portsmouth, and then turn o� the A3 at the first exit (signed to the Cathedral and University).

If entering Guildford from Horsham (A281) or Godalming (A3100), leave the central gyratory system at the exit signed for Farnham (A31). After approximately 200 yards, at the mini-roundabout, take the first turning right into Guildford Park Road, and continue along Madrid Road and The Chase for a mile. At the next roundabout, take the third exit for the University entrance.

If you are using a sat nav please enter the postcode: GU2 7JP

THE SURREYRESEARCH PARK

MAP OF SURREY

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

What does the camp offer?

Triple Arrow Camps are the the only authentic English Lacrosse Association delivered camp available in the lacrosse market.

Triple Arrow sets itself apart from the competition and forms part of the Talent Pathway for girls in which aspire to play for England.

The coaching curriculum is developed for players aged between 10 -18 years old and takes into account each players individual stage of development, whilst being in a fun and friendly environment.

Dates: 5th -8th AugustCosts: Day £285 | Residential £360

Dates: 19th -22nd AugustCosts: Day £285 Residential £360

Dates: 22nd-25th JulyCosts: Day £285 | Residential £360

Dates: 5th -8th AugustCosts: Day £285 | Residential £380

Camp 1 Camp 2

Camp 4Camp 3

Camp 5 Camp 6

@ St Georges

@ St Mary’s Calne

@ Sherborne School

@ Charterhouse (W1)

Dates: 12th-15th August 2014Costs: Day £285 | Residential £380

@ Charterhouse (W2)

Dates: 29th July - 1st AugustCosts: Day £285 | Residential £360

@ Queen Anne’s (Cav.)

2014 TRIPLE ARROW CAMPS

Coaches play a major role in National schools, they may be on the sidelines but they put everything into every game as if they were on the pitch making every pass, catch and check. Last year Storm Trentham won her 4th title in her final year with Godolphin.

LT: What does national schools mean to you?

ST: National Schools is always a fan-tastic tournament that shows the end results of teams, coaches and individu-als who have put in months of hard work for 2 days of fast and furious lacrosse games.

LT: Having won the competition more than once, what has been your highlight year?

ST: I definitely think winning last year was the most enjoyable out of the 4 times. I guess with it being my last Nationals helped but also I was so

relieved that the team got the result they had trained so hard for as I cannot fault the hours of training that they put in over the season.

I can't wait to support Godolphin from the supporter’s sideline this year, so I can actually relax and enjoy it!

LT: What advice would I give to the participating teams?

ST: I think it's key to remember games are so short and regardless if you think the opposition is stronger, remember anything can happen so do not give up until you hear that final whistle.

Good luck to all those involved this year and well done Rathbones and the organisers for making this tournament increasingly more professional.

Storm Trentham Godolphin Coach 2007-2013. 3 time U19 and 1 time U15 National Champions.

One of the stars of last years Nation-al schools final, was their captain Iona Dryden we caught up with her to talk about her experience last year and what she is looking forward to at this years championships.

LT: What's the best thing about Na-tional schools ?

ID: It is so unpredictable! The tourna-ment is so di�erent every year. You have no idea what is ahead of you so anything could happen and the only thing that you can control is your per-formance.

LT: Godolphin had won the tourna-ment twice in recent years; did that put pressure on the team to do well?

ID: No, not at all. Obviously we wanted to do well, like every team does and we had worked hard all season to make sure we were as strong as possible but we weren't under any pressure. We didn't think about the final until we were in it.

LT: How influential were your coach-es in the build up to nationals and during the tournament?

ID: Being Storm's final national schools it was important to make sure it was a good one.

We put in the hours of training in the build up to Nationals and it was down to Storm's drive and determination that our team achieved what we did.

By making sure our fitness and stick work were of a good standard at the start of the season meant we were then able to focus on a more creative style of play and get lots of match practice. This really helped bring our team together.

Storm was really relaxed throughout the tournament and made sure we focussed on our next job ahead rather than looking back on any mistakes.

She was key in identifying everyone's individual strengths; bringing them together to make sure we worked as one unit whilst also motivating us as a team to reach our full potential.

LT: The final was very close with 1 goal in it, what won it for Godolphin?

ID: It was a tough game. LEH came out really fast and strong from the first whistle but we kept our composure.

We knew that when we had the ball in attack we could execute the goals so we remained calm throughout and just played it minute by minute focussing on our next job without thinking about the final outcome.

LT: What advice would you give to all players at national schools?

ID: Don't get ahead of yourselves or look too far ahead, just take each match as it comes and have fun. Make the most of every minute, make a di�erence on the pitch and even if you think you can't run anymore you will always have a little bit more to give.

LT: And who do you think will win this year?

ID: I really couldn't say! You can never tell- it's a totally di�erent style of game playing in the tournament than it is to the regular matches that happen every Saturday.

I guess it will go to the team that really performs on the day and believes they are able to win.

ROAD TO THE CHAMPIONSHIP:GODOLPHIN

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Coaches play a major role in National schools, they may be on the sidelines but they put everything into every game as if they were on the pitch making every pass, catch and check. Last year Storm Trentham won her 4th title in her final year with Godolphin.

LT: What does national schools mean to you?

ST: National Schools is always a fan-tastic tournament that shows the end results of teams, coaches and individu-als who have put in months of hard work for 2 days of fast and furious lacrosse games.

LT: Having won the competition more than once, what has been your highlight year?

ST: I definitely think winning last year was the most enjoyable out of the 4 times. I guess with it being my last Nationals helped but also I was so

relieved that the team got the result they had trained so hard for as I cannot fault the hours of training that they put in over the season.

I can't wait to support Godolphin from the supporter’s sideline this year, so I can actually relax and enjoy it!

LT: What advice would I give to the participating teams?

ST: I think it's key to remember games are so short and regardless if you think the opposition is stronger, remember anything can happen so do not give up until you hear that final whistle.

Good luck to all those involved this year and well done Rathbones and the organisers for making this tournament increasingly more professional.

Storm Trentham Godolphin Coach 2007-2013. 3 time U19 and 1 time U15 National Champions.

One of the stars of last years Nation-al schools final, was their captain Iona Dryden we caught up with her to talk about her experience last year and what she is looking forward to at this years championships.

LT: What's the best thing about Na-tional schools ?

ID: It is so unpredictable! The tourna-ment is so di�erent every year. You have no idea what is ahead of you so anything could happen and the only thing that you can control is your per-formance.

LT: Godolphin had won the tourna-ment twice in recent years; did that put pressure on the team to do well?

ID: No, not at all. Obviously we wanted to do well, like every team does and we had worked hard all season to make sure we were as strong as possible but we weren't under any pressure. We didn't think about the final until we were in it.

LT: How influential were your coach-es in the build up to nationals and during the tournament?

ID: Being Storm's final national schools it was important to make sure it was a good one.

We put in the hours of training in the build up to Nationals and it was down to Storm's drive and determination that our team achieved what we did.

By making sure our fitness and stick work were of a good standard at the start of the season meant we were then able to focus on a more creative style of play and get lots of match practice. This really helped bring our team together.

Storm was really relaxed throughout the tournament and made sure we focussed on our next job ahead rather than looking back on any mistakes.

She was key in identifying everyone's individual strengths; bringing them together to make sure we worked as one unit whilst also motivating us as a team to reach our full potential.

LT: The final was very close with 1 goal in it, what won it for Godolphin?

ID: It was a tough game. LEH came out really fast and strong from the first whistle but we kept our composure.

We knew that when we had the ball in attack we could execute the goals so we remained calm throughout and just played it minute by minute focussing on our next job without thinking about the final outcome.

LT: What advice would you give to all players at national schools?

ID: Don't get ahead of yourselves or look too far ahead, just take each match as it comes and have fun. Make the most of every minute, make a di�erence on the pitch and even if you think you can't run anymore you will always have a little bit more to give.

LT: And who do you think will win this year?

ID: I really couldn't say! You can never tell- it's a totally di�erent style of game playing in the tournament than it is to the regular matches that happen every Saturday.

I guess it will go to the team that really performs on the day and believes they are able to win.

ROAD TO THE CHAMPIONSHIP:GODOLPHIN

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PLAYER FOCUS: AMELIA RUIZ

LT: What made you want to become a goalie? What do you enjoy most about playing in goal?

AR: I started playing in goal in year 8 at LEH lacrosse camp. I was terrible on field and so someone suggested trying goalie, and ever since then i’ve played in goal.

I had a lot of support from my coaches, especially Tim Brewster who encouraged me to take lacrosse seriously.

LT: What’s your best moment so far in Lacrosse?

AR: Although we lost last year in the final, playing at nationals and exceeding all of our expectations was my best moment in lacrosse so far.

Playing in Canada with the England U19 team was also an amazing experience and so was being able to watch the senior team play while we were out there.

LT: Who is your favorite Lacrosse player?

AR: Alice Goodinge and Katharine Bailey captained the LEH team last year and also the England U19 A team on tour in Canada. They are my favourite players because they worked so well together and were inspirational to the whole team.

LT: What’s the best piece of lacrosse advice you have been given?

AR: Last year my school team motto was 'stay in the moment' and it has stuck with me since. I have it written in marker pen on my stick as a reminder when I play.

LT: Do you have any supersti-tions or pre-game rituals?

AR: I have red and white ribbons on my helmet which my coach gets us before nationals each year, and for important matches I always wear a plait.

LT: If you didn’t play lacrosse what other sport would you play?

AR: I used to ski race and play hockey before I played lacrosse and hope to pick them up again when I get to university.

LT: Do you listen to music before games, if so what?

AR: I don't listen to music before matches because I find that it distracts me, and I like to talk to my team.

LT: How do you relax when you are not playing Lacrosse?

AR: I'm addicted to The Vampire Diaries TV series so I spend a lot/too much time watching that.

LT: Apart from Lacrosse what’s your favorite sport to watch?

AR: I watch a bit of Tennis and Formula One.

LT: What are your future aspirations in Lacrosse?

AR: I am hoping to play in the U19 World Cup and carry on playing at University.

acrosse Talk catch up with last years U19A Tournament

MVP and current Team England’s U19 Goalie, Amelia Ruiz (Lady Eleanor Holles) and find out a little more about one of the best up and coming women’s goalies in the game...

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PLAYER FOCUS: AMELIA RUIZ

LT: What made you want to become a goalie? What do you enjoy most about playing in goal?

AR: I started playing in goal in year 8 at LEH lacrosse camp. I was terrible on field and so someone suggested trying goalie, and ever since then i’ve played in goal.

I had a lot of support from my coaches, especially Tim Brewster who encouraged me to take lacrosse seriously.

LT: What’s your best moment so far in Lacrosse?

AR: Although we lost last year in the final, playing at nationals and exceeding all of our expectations was my best moment in lacrosse so far.

Playing in Canada with the England U19 team was also an amazing experience and so was being able to watch the senior team play while we were out there.

LT: Who is your favorite Lacrosse player?

AR: Alice Goodinge and Katharine Bailey captained the LEH team last year and also the England U19 A team on tour in Canada. They are my favourite players because they worked so well together and were inspirational to the whole team.

LT: What’s the best piece of lacrosse advice you have been given?

AR: Last year my school team motto was 'stay in the moment' and it has stuck with me since. I have it written in marker pen on my stick as a reminder when I play.

LT: Do you have any supersti-tions or pre-game rituals?

AR: I have red and white ribbons on my helmet which my coach gets us before nationals each year, and for important matches I always wear a plait.

LT: If you didn’t play lacrosse what other sport would you play?

AR: I used to ski race and play hockey before I played lacrosse and hope to pick them up again when I get to university.

LT: Do you listen to music before games, if so what?

AR: I don't listen to music before matches because I find that it distracts me, and I like to talk to my team.

LT: How do you relax when you are not playing Lacrosse?

AR: I'm addicted to The Vampire Diaries TV series so I spend a lot/too much time watching that.

LT: Apart from Lacrosse what’s your favorite sport to watch?

AR: I watch a bit of Tennis and Formula One.

LT: What are your future aspirations in Lacrosse?

AR: I am hoping to play in the U19 World Cup and carry on playing at University.

acrosse Talk catch up with last years U19A Tournament

MVP and current Team England’s U19 Goalie, Amelia Ruiz (Lady Eleanor Holles) and find out a little more about one of the best up and coming women’s goalies in the game...

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