PLL Week 2: Players to Watch

by Topher AdamsJune 9, 20234 min readAdd comment

Whipsnakes LC vs. Atlas LC

Whipsnakes: Connor Kirst (M)

The Redwoods attacked Atlas in transition in week one, especially through Nakeie Montgomery. Can Connor Kirst have a similar impact for the Whipsnakes in week two?

Kirst is a converted offensive midfielder who’s yet to really break out in the PLL. If he gets opportunity to run against a shaky Atlas transition defense, this could be a standout week for Kirst.

Atlas: Tucker Durkin (D)

Ryder Garnsey scored six goals in week one, and a lot of that damage came against veteran stalwart Tucker Durkin. The former Team USA star is the vocal leader of Atlas’s defense and responsible for a lot of the off-ball defense.

After a difficult week one, the Bulls need a bounce back performance from Durkin.

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Topher Adams

Topher Adams is a Central Florida native and editorial contributor at Pro Lacrosse Talk. He’s a journalism student at the University of Florida. He’s spent time covering the Gators varsity women’s program and club men’s team, as well as the PLL. Outside of lacrosse, he covers and follows the Gators football team and Orlando City of Major League Soccer.

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