Syracuse lacrosse defensive mid-fielder John Carrozza has been denied by the NCAA in his bid to secure a fifth year of eligibility. Carrozza played in three games last season before being injured and then leaving school after some legal troubles. Because of the amount of games played in that season before his injury, he had the ability to petition the NCAA for a medical hardship waiver. Instead of running the risk of confusing myself with the language used, I'll let this quote by the Syracuse Sports Information Director explain the situation."After the 2007 season we filed a medical hardship waiver on his behalf. It was declined. He has the option to appeal that decision but hasn't yet. It doesn't mean he can't/won't appeal in the coming months."
So despite the denial, the Orange still have the possibility of returning a big part of their championship team this year. I, for one, wouldn't mind the big-hitting Carrozza returning. With guys like him and Sid Smith on the field, there is not only a physically intimidating presence on the field, but a mental one as well. It can't hurt having the oppositions attack worried about where certain guys are on the field. Besides, I can always appreciate a well placed elbow to Hopkins...
(The hit you're looking for is at the 1:00 mark.)
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