It was a landmark night for Syracuse lacrosse as five Orange stars heard their names called in the Premier Lacrosse League College Draft, headlined by the face of the program, Joey Spallina.

Spallina, the electric attackman and Tewaaraton Award finalist, was selected second overall by the New York Atlas, ensuring the Long Island native will begin his professional career close to home. His combination of elite vision, pinpoint passing, and clutch scoring made him one of the most coveted prospects in the draft.

He wasn't alone in making the leap to the pros. The Orange senior class showcased the program's enduring talent pipeline, with midfielder Sam English (18th overall, Utah Archers), defenseman Billy Dwan (22nd overall, New York Atlas), face-off specialist Mason Kohn (29th overall, Philadelphia Waterdogs), and defenseman Riley Figueiras (36th overall, California Redwoods) all securing their PLL futures.

This draft haul reinforces Syracuse's status as a premier developer of professional talent. For fans and aspiring players alike, it's a powerful reminder of the legacy worn on every jersey—a legacy of excellence now continuing at the highest level of the sport.