2004: Started in 10 of 12 games played last season...recorded 27 groundballs and scored one goal...led the team in penalties and penalty minutes (12-10:30).

2003: Appeared in all 14 games, ranking second on the team in groundballs with a career-high 45.

2002: Played in all 15 games as a freshman...collected 39 groundballs and two shots...also played linebacker on the Holy Cross football team.

Before Holy Cross: Played one season at Northfield Mount Herman...in addition to lacrosse, played football...three-year member of the lacrosse team at the Pomfret School...named All-New England his senior season...also played basketball for four seasons and football for three...two-time recipient of the Coaches Award.

Personal: Richard Espinal was born on May 8, 1982 to Roberto and Damaris Espinal...has two sisters.