Roy Simmons Jr. coached the Orange from 1971 to 1998.
Simmons Jr. To Be Recognized
4/28/2009 7:46:08 AM | Men's Lacrosse
BALTIMORE, Md. – The Tewaaraton Award Foundation will confer a special honor, the “Spirit of Tewaaraton Award,” upon former Syracuse lacrosse coach Roy Simmons Jr. at the Tewaaraton Awards banquet on Thursday, May 28, 2009 in Washington D.C. Simmons Jr. will be the fourth recipient of the award, joining A.B. “Buzzy” Krongard, Diane Geppi-Aikens and Sid Jamieson.
The award is presented to an individual involved in the sport of lacrosse, who nobly reflects the finest virtues exemplified in the game, and who, over the course of their life, has made a significant contribution to society and to the lives of others.
Simmons Jr., known affectionately as “Slugger,” took over the Orange lacrosse program from his father in 1971. He guided SU for 28 seasons, retiring after the 1998 campaign with an overall record of 290-96 (.751). During his tenure as head coach, Simmons led the Orange to 19 NCAA playoff appearances, 16 straight Final Fours, and NCAA national championships in 1983, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1993, and 1995.
In addition, he has served as an ambassador for the sport. Following the Pan Am 103 disaster in December 1989, Simmons Jr. took his team to Lockerbie, Scotland to help heal the community through lacrosse. The Orange held clinics and scrimmages at Lockerbie Academy in an effort to teach the game. He's also touched the lives of hundreds of his players by sharing his love of history and fine art.
Tickets for the 2009 Tewaaraton Awards banquet are on sale now. Fans interested in attending may purchase discounted tickets for $75 at www.tewaaraton.com/discount
The cost of a regular adult ticket to the banquet is $125.
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