The sun was shining as kid�s arrived at the field as much as an hour early in anticipation of meeting and learning from two Lacrosse greats. Casey Powell and Todd Eichelberger must have brought both the sun and their Lacrosse enthusiasm with such uncharacteristic warmth on the Mercer Island turf.

Casey Powell and Todd Eichelberger were in town to show their support for Washington Lacrosse by holding a benefit clinic in support of the upcoming State Championships being held at the Seahawks Stadium May 17^th. All net proceeds from this clinic are being donated to this championship event. . What they may not have planned on giving was inspiration to over 60 kids. Casey and Todd brought intensity and excitement to warm-ups and line drills lasting all day long.

After some good line drills, station work ensued teaching the but-down/butt-down ground balls and all the dodges in the book. Watching these two guys demonstrate fine aspects of basic skills was parable to running a finely-tuned machine. Captivated by great split dodges and form shooting clinics, everyone came away more capable of handling the ball, executing a move, protecting their stick, or shooting off-stick side with power.

After two hours of very close attention, shooting, 1-on-1�s and trick shots, kids over 16 got an opportunity to play with the pros!! Eichs and Casey graciously agreed to play and enjoyed a game with much of Seattle�s young talent. Two Lakeside attackmen came away with Kevlar sticks courtesy of Warrior as did Goalie Nick Crowsen after taking a shot in the leg from Eichs. Casey demonstrated his magic stick tricks, making more than one goalie completely lose the ball, much to the adulation of the campers.

Both guys took the time to talk about what it�s like being a professional LAX player and how to accomplish those dreams of one day playing professional Lacrosse. Casey and Todd agreed Seattle has talented Lacrosse players with a welcome positive attitude uninhibited by the egos frequently seen on the other coast. Walax.com thanks Warrior, Casey and Todd for sharing their lacrosse spirit with Seattle and their commitment to improving the game through benefits like supporting the Washington State Lacrosse Championships. All net proceeds from the clinic will be donated to the Washington State Championships.

Which one of you will be the next Casey Powell?