Some news and notes in advance of this evening’s Inter-Ac Championship game as the Haverford School Fords battle the Malvern Prep Friars at Cabrini College.

THE TEAMS HAVE MET TWICE THIS SEASON

These two teams meet twice annually in the regular seasons, with a third meeting occurring more often than not over the last couple of seasons in the Inter-Ac tournament.

This year, the Friars have a 2-0 record against the Fords – winning 13-7 on April 19 and then 13-10 on May 7. Last season, it was Haverford with the upper hand, taking both regular season matchups as well as the Inter-Ac semi-final.

Jackson Mandli (Jupiter, Florida/Salisbury School) has committed to play lacrosse at Elmhurst College.

Located in Illinois, Emhurst College is coming off its first year as a Varsity program in 2013. It debuted this Spring as the school’s 19th Varsity athletic team.

Led by head coach Mark Morrell, the Blue Jays compete at the DIII level in the Midwest Lacrosse Conference. They finished their inaugural season with a 4-10 record.

A midfielder, Mandli is a big player who utilizes his size very well. At 6’1,” he has great range and uses his reach well, especially in the defensive zone. He also displays a good ability to get the ball up-and-out, often clearing the ball himself in between the boxes. Offensively, Mandli is a smart dodger and has good vision, initiating with his head up to locate teammates and get them the ball.

Here are Wednesday’s links.

Today, the USILA announced the individual award winners for DIII men, and there is plenty of NCAA coverage for both men’s and women’s DI Semi-Final action this weekend.

Read on!