Dyson Williams, who is trying to lead Duke men’s lacrosse to a national championship, could be a big part of the Albany FireWolves’ future.
He’ll visit the city that could be his professional home when the top-seeded Blue Devils take on Michigan at 2:30 p.m. Saturday in an NCAA Tournament quarterfinal at the University at Albany’s Casey Stadium.
It’s the second game of a doubleheader that begins with No. 2 Virginia facing No. 7 Georgetown at noon. Both matches are on ESPNU.
The FireWolves, who had the National Lacrosse League’s worst record at 3-15, own the first overall pick in the NLL draft. The top eligible player is Williams, a senior attack who has 54 goals this season. The NLL draft date hasn’t been set.
When: Saturday, noon (Virginia vs. Georgetown), 2:30 p.m. (Duke vs. Michigan)
Where: Casey Stadium, Albany
TV: ESPNU
FireWolves coach and general manager Glenn Clark said last month he didn’t envision trading the pick. If the FireWolves keep it, they’re extremely likely to take Williams. He’s a 6-foot-2, 210-pound native of Oshawa, Ontario, with a powerful lefty shot and a strong indoor background from playing box lacrosse in Canada.
The only caveat is the FireWolves would have to wait another year for Williams to suit up for them. He is returning to Duke next season for the fifth year of NCAA eligibility allowed due to the pandemic. He wouldn’t play for Albany until the 2024-25 season.
“Honestly, right now, I’m just focused on finishing up my senior year here and then coming back to Duke next year,” Williams said. “Obviously, it’s been a dream of mine to be in the NLL and I’m looking forward to hopefully making that jump, but haven’t thought too much about where. Just kind of playing in the moment here at Duke.”
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