In 2005 the owner of Western RV Country purchased an NLL (National Lacrosse League) team for Edmonton! Western RV Country President Bruce Urban serves as Owner and Governor of Edmonton's Professional Lacrosse Team. "Lacrosse is now the sport of the century with a cool factor. It is unlike any sport in the world and I am excited to be a part of it", said Urban.
The Edmonton Rush introduced Edmonton to its first OCC Chopper, mascot 'Slush', the Edmonton's Crush Dance Team and loads of world renowned entertainers.
A new-look Edmonton RUSH roster will be on display when the team enters it's sixth National League season. This year's line up, put together by returning GM/Head Coach Derek Keenan, is one of significant change but also one of scoring prowess, dynamic performers, and young rising stars. The RUSH have designs on not only getting back into the post-season but also progressing right through to their first appearance in the NLL final.
"With nine teams and the most competitive balance this league has ever had, there are no easy games," said Keenan. "Our fans will get a real good dose of West Division rivals along with a look at Toronto and Buffalo from the East". "In comparison to last season, this schedule has better balance. Even with four in a row on the road after our home opener it's a lot better than starting with three on the road in the East like we did last year. A pair of back-to-back game weekends is palatable as well. It's a tough schedule but every team in the NLL will have a tough schedule."
Together, we will cheer on the Edmonton Rush to a victorious 2012 season!
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