The U.S. women's national lacrosse team has announced its 22-player roster for the inaugural training camp in preparation for the upcoming Pan-American Sixes Lacrosse Championships. This selection notably includes two standout athletes from the University of Maryland's women's lacrosse program. The training camp represents a crucial step for these players to secure a coveted spot on the final national squad, as they aim to represent their country on the international stage.
Among the chosen players are Kori Edmondson and JJ Suriano. Edmondson, already a participant in the World Lacrosse Championships, albeit with limited playing time during the U.S. team's gold medal triumph, demonstrated her scoring prowess in her rookie season with the New York Charging, netting four goals in three appearances. Suriano, recognized as the National Goaltender of the Year, had an exceptional 2026 season, ranking third nationally with an impressive .510 save percentage and an average of only 10 goals conceded per game. She is one of eight roster members who still retain college eligibility, highlighting her promising future in the sport.
With the championships still over a month away, both Edmondson and Suriano will be working diligently to impress the coaching staff during the five-day training camp. Their performance here will be pivotal in determining their inclusion in the final roster that will compete for national honors. The inclusion of these two Maryland stars underscores the strong talent pipeline from the university's lacrosse program to the national level.
In additional sports news from the University of Maryland, Daniel Wingate from the football team has been nominated for the Butkus Award, an accolade recognizing the top linebacker in the country. On the basketball front, freshman Baba Oladotun is projected by Bleacher Report to be a top 10 pick in the 2027 NBA Draft, indicating a bright professional future. Furthermore, Megan Whittle, a distinguished former attacker for the Maryland women's lacrosse team, has announced her retirement from the sport. Lastly, Elijah Saunders, a former forward for the Maryland men's basketball team, is pursuing a fifth year of eligibility, potentially extending his collegiate career.
