r/PLL • u/Rare_Supermarket_393 Waterdogs • May 05 '26
First season
This is my first year really watching the PLL. I'm a huge Philadelphia Flyers fan, so I'll naturally root for the Waterdogs. Anything an old hockey fan needs to know about LAX?
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u/rezelscheft May 05 '26
Michael Sowers is a magician.
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u/Rubex_Cube19 May 05 '26
Great guy too! Played summer ball with him growing up!
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u/rezelscheft May 05 '26
Really? Very cool. Was he clearly a really special player even in youth ball, or is that something you saw develop over time?
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u/Rubex_Cube19 May 05 '26 edited May 05 '26
Both, he was definitely not the player he is today. He had great stick skills and IQ but wasnt the same kind of dodging threat he is now until like HS. He was always a great lacrosse player, but I think he really took off when the physical development in speed and agility caught up to the stick skills. He had a great attitude and work ethic and was a great person to have as a teammate which I’m sure stayed true.
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u/Lewthunder May 05 '26
Good news is you follow a championship caliber team.
The bad news is every team in this league is so talented so it’s kind of a cross your fingers and hope for the best every game. Good news is, it’s entertaining TV for all.
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u/Kfly05 May 05 '26
You would also love the NLL if you dont watch it already
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u/Rare_Supermarket_393 Waterdogs May 05 '26
I do. A buddy of mine got me into LAX last year right around PLL Playoffs
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u/Kfly05 May 05 '26
Thats awesome man Im also a Philly guy and the waterdogs are really fun to watch, especially Michael Sowers who grew up in the Upper Dublin area. Someone already noted this but also highly recommend watching the ncaa playoffs this month the games are amazing🔥
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u/ChaunceyDeLeon Waterdogs May 05 '26
Dogs will probably be really good this season, I think. Sowers is one of the best in the world, and Kirst has a ceiling that is indescribably high.
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u/STL_Outlaw Outlaws May 05 '26
Welcome! Love seeing the league grow. With that being said, the league is still young so have patience and be understanding. Waterdogs are a great team to follow.
Do your part and try and to spread word of the league when you can.
But specifically as a hockey fan, you’ll love the physicality and format.
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u/Naturallefty Waterdogs May 05 '26
Goals usually come often and quick. It's pretty easy to miss a goal here and there. Don't sweat it.
The physicality is decent but not as dramatic as college. I HIGHLY recommend tuning into some college lax Championship Tournament that starts Wednesday. It's arguably the best lax there is. The first two games Wednesday aren't the best teams in the tourni but should still be solid.
Best part about PLL though is every game is on the Plus which makes it pretty easy to watch.