How well do you know lacrosse legend Casey Powell?
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What is Casey Powell's claim to fame in NCAA Division I lacrosse history?

  • He is the only player to earn first-team All-American honors at more than one position. (correct)
  • He helped Syracuse win the 1995 NCAA National Championship.
  • He won the NCAA Division I Most Outstanding Player award twice
  • He was the captain of the U.S. Men's National Team in the 2006 World Lacrosse Championship.
  • In which year did Casey Powell graduate from Syracuse University?

  • 1998 (correct)
  • 1995
  • 2001
  • 1997
  • What is the World Lacrosse Foundation?

  • A professional lacrosse league
  • A lacrosse training camp
  • A lacrosse equipment manufacturer
  • A non-profit organization for the advancement of lacrosse (correct)
  • What is Speed Lacrosse?

    <p>A modified version of lacrosse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Casey Powell's ranking on the MLL career totals list as of 2017?

    <p>Sixth in goals, second in assists, third in points</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many younger brothers does Casey Powell have who were also lacrosse stars at Syracuse?

    <p>Two</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What awards did Casey Powell win in the MLL?

    <p>Offensive Player of the Year and MVP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Professional Lacrosse Hall of Fame?

    <p>A hall of fame for professional lacrosse players only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the U.S. Men's Indoor National Team?

    <p>A team that plays lacrosse indoors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What medal did the U.S. Men's National Team win in the 2006 World Lacrosse Championship?

    <p>Silver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many times was Casey Powell named a first-team All-American in college lacrosse?

    <p>Three</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • Casey Powell is a former American college and professional lacrosse player.
    • He graduated from Syracuse University in 1998, where he was a four-time USILA All-American and the NCAA Division I Most Outstanding Player in 1997 and 1998.
    • Powell played in Major League Lacrosse (MLL) from its first year in 2001 through 2016, ranking sixth in goals, second in assists, and third in points on the MLL career totals list as of 2017.
    • He won the MLL Offensive Player of the Year award in 2005 and 2014, and the MVP award in 2014.
    • Powell started the World Lacrosse Foundation, a non-profit organization for the advancement of lacrosse in 2015, and is a founder of Speed Lacrosse, a modified version of the sport.
    • His two younger brothers, Ryan and Mikey, were also lacrosse stars at Syracuse, where they all wore jersey number 22.
    • Powell was a three-time first-team All-American attackman and midfielder, and helped Syracuse win the 1995 NCAA National Championship.
    • Powell is the only player in NCAA Division I lacrosse history to earn first-team All-American honors at more than one position.
    • Powell was inducted into the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame in 2017 and the Professional Lacrosse Hall of Fame in 2022.
    • Powell captained the U.S. Men's National Team in the 2006 World Lacrosse Championship, winning the silver medal, and was the captain of the U.S. Men's Indoor National Team in 2011, where he was named the tournament MVP.

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    Test your knowledge about one of the greatest lacrosse players of all time - Casey Powell! From his impressive college career at Syracuse University to his professional success in Major League Lacrosse, this quiz will challenge you on all things Casey Powell. Learn about his awards, accomplishments, and even his contributions to the sport through the World Lacrosse Foundation and Speed Lacrosse. Lacrosse enthusiasts and sports fans alike, don't miss out on this chance to show off your knowledge on the legendary Casey Powell.

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