(TORONTO, ONTARIO) The Federation of International Lacrosse has granted full membership privileges to the Turkey Lacrosse Association (TLA). The TLA was founded to educate, develop and disseminate information about the sport of lacrosse in the Republic of Turkey.
“We’re honored to announce that the Turkey Lacrosse Association has become a full member of the Federation of International Lacrosse.”
—Steve Stenersen, FIL Vice President
“We’re honored to announce that the Turkey Lacrosse Association has become a full member of the Federation of International Lacrosse,” said FIL Vice President Steve Stenersen. “The development of lacrosse in Turkey has been a wonderful example of the sport’s growing international appeal, and we are thankful for the passion of Turkish Lacrosse Association founder Patrick Dougherty and so many others who were part of making this milestone possible.”
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (Tuesday, September 22, 2015) — Patrick Dougherty (#2 above), Executive Director and Founder of the Turkey Lacrosse Association, played defense for Turkey at the 2015 World Indoor Lacrosse Championship. Dougherty celebrates with teammates Dave Deriso #8, Tyler Harryman #17, and Joseph Rainoldi #44, during Turkey’s 16-12 loss to Serbia in bracket play. Turkey won the rematch with Serbia 25-18 on Friday, 25-Sept-2015, and finished the indoor worlds in tenth place. See results at WILC 2015 Results. Watch Turkey in action at the 2015 FIL World Indoor Lacrosse Championship here. Photo: Coyote Magic Action Images
The TLA promotes lacrosse throughout Turkey through informational promotions and events. Turkey first competed in world championship play at the 2014 FIL Men’s World Championship in Denver and finished 22nd of 38 participating nations. Turkey recently competed in the 2015 FIL World Indoor Lacrosse Championship in Syracuse and finished in tenth place.
Patrick Dougherty, Executive Director and Founder of the Turkey Lacrosse Association.
“Becoming a full member is a giant leap forward for our organization”, said TLA Founder and Executive Director Patrick Dougherty. “This is a great honor and achievement as we lead the way for countries of our kind in the FIL and world. We bring a different perspective to the FIL full members associated with our area and kind of country.”
For more information about Turkey Lacrosse:
Visit the website at www.turkeylacrosse.com
Visit the TLA blog at Official TLA Blog
Follow TLA on Facebook at TLA on Facebook
Follow TLA on Twitter at TLA on Twitter
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About Turkey Lacrosse
The Turkey Lacrosse Association (TLA) is founded to educate, develop and disseminate information about the sport of lacrosse in the Republic of Turkey; to promote Turkey Lacrosse to the world and Turkey throughout the Turkish general population through informational promotions and games. Furthermore, the Turkey Lacrosse Association will provide financial support for participation in world championships for men and women of Turkish descent from around the world and in Turkey. The TLA is responsible for all leagues and teams playing lacrosse within Turkey while maintaining the purity of the game as was intended by the originators of the sport, the North American Indians.
The TLA is sustained by the efforts of volunteers who display an extraordinary amount of commitment and hard work, ensuring that lacrosse is a growing and thriving sport for all to enjoy. TLA strives to provide a service to the community by providing a healthy outlet for children and opportunities for the community to unite.
Please feel free to email us: admin@turkeylacrosse.com or leave us a message in our Guestbook.
About the FIL
The Federation of International Lacrosse (FIL) is the international governing body for men’s and women’s lacrosse. The FIL currently has 52 member nations and holds five World Championships (women’s and men’s field, women’s and men’s U19 field and men’s indoor.) The FIL is responsible for the governance and integrity of all forms of lacrosse and provides responsive and effective leadership to support the sports’ development throughout the world.
