Tampa, FL – – The high school boys lacrosse world will soon take an interest in the long-standing debate over which region has the best lacrosse talent in the country. A marquee matchup between Long Island NY and Maryland will spotlight college-bound athletes as both regional teams compete for “bragging rights” at the Brine National Lacrosse Classic championship. The Brine National Lacrosse Classic championship game between Long Island NY and Maryland, postponed this past July due to inclement weather will now take place on January 2, 2015 at the University of Tampa stadium. Over the past 8 years, the Brine National Lacrosse Classic has been part of the popularity and growth of the sport in traditional and non-traditional hotbeds throughout the country. Having qualified for selection to represent their State at the Brine National Lacrosse Classic, players compete with hometown pride and spirit, igniting enthusiasm for national rivalry. The winner of the Brine National Lacrosse Classic championship game will face Canada for game one of International Field Lacrosse competition. The Brogden Cup will feature round-robin play between Canada, Long Island and Maryland this coming weekend at the University of Tampa. The Brogden Cup, named for H. McCullough Brogden, is an historical and meaningful lacrosse event promoting International Fellowship between the United States and Canada. Brogden was a member of the 1932 and 1933 Johns Hopkins University teams and the 1932 Olympic team. More details about the Brogden Cup can be found at: http://www.nationallacrosseclassic.com/brogden-cup-2015/ The weekend lacrosse event will feature the top college bound high school lacrosse players in the North America. The University of Tampa Men’s Lacrosse program is proud to host the event which is open to the public and media. Where: University of Tampa – Stadium Free Admission and Parking When: Friday, January 2 12:00 PM, Game One, Brine NLC Championship, Long Island NY vs. Maryland 6:00 PM, Brogden Cup, Canada vs. Winner of Game One Saturday, January 3 9:30 AM, Brogden Cup, Canada vs. Finalist of Game One 1:45 PM, Brogden Cup, Maryland vs. Long Island NY 6:45 PM, Brogden Cup, Canada vs. Maryland or Long Island NY