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By K.I. Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 3/14/15

Battlefield High School (VA) 2016 defender Shea Swingle has made a verbal commitment to play Division I lacrosse at Radford University.

Shea Swingle ledger:

High School: Battlefield High School, VA

Graduation Year: 2016

Position: Defense

College Choice: Radford University

Club Affiliation: Supernova Select

What will you major in/study? Undecided/Nursing or Business & Marketing

Why did you choose Radford? “I chose Radford because I saw it as a great opportunity. Not only will I be able to help build a brand new D1 program with some great coaches and players, but Radford and their competition are all close enough in distance to where I live that my family will be able to see me play.”

Outlook for your High School season? “I think Battlefield will be very competitive this season. We have a lot of chemistry on and off the field that I think could really work in our favor. I’m very excited to see what this season has in store for us.”

Thank You: “Being from a sports family, we have spent endless hours on the road and at tournaments so I’d like to thank my whole family for always supporting me and making sports such a fun and memorable experience.

“I’ve also been very fortunate to have played and continue to play with such great coaches and teammates, many of whom I’ve been playing with since I was 9 years old.”

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By Chris Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 3/16/15

The Hill Academy (Ontario) takes on three of the top five teams in this week’s Epoch Lacrosse North America Boys’ Rankings, playing at No. 4 Gonzaga on Wednesday and No. 5 Calvert Hall on Thursday before traveling to No. 2 Haverford School on Saturday.

This week’s Epoch Lacrosse North America Rankings

1. Culver Military Academy (IN) 2-0 Last week: No. 1
The Eagles play five games in six days in Philly, DC and Maryland beginning Saturday night at Episcopal Academy (PA).

2. Haverford School (PA) 0-0 Last week: No. 3
The Fords host No. 10 Hill Academy on Saturday morning.

3. Chaminade (NY) 0-0 Last week: No. 2
The Flyers open March 21 at Ward Melville.

4. Gonzaga (DC) 3-0 Last week: No. 5
The Purple Eagles host No. 10 Hill Academy on Wednesday.

5. Calvert Hall (MD) 3-0 Last week: NR
The Cardinals rallied for an impressive 11-10 overtime win over Malvern Prep.

6. Landon School (MD) 2-0 last week: No. 13
The Bears host Paul VI on Tuesday.

7. St Anthony’s (NY) 0-0 last week: No. 7
The Friars host Holy Trinity (N.Y.) on March 31.

8. McDonogh School (MD) 1-1 Last week: No. 6
The Eagles host No. 4 Gonzaga on Friday.

9. Massapequa (N.Y.) 0-0 Last week: No. 9
The Chiefs open Tuesday vs. Carey (N.Y.).

10. Hill Academy (ONT, Canada) 1-0 Last week: No. 10
Hill plays at No. 4 Gonzaga (Wednesday), No. 5 Calvert Hall (Thursday) and No. 2 Haverford (Saturday) in a killer stretch of four days.

11. St Paul’s (MD) 1-1 Last week: No. 4
The Crusaders play today at Highland Park and continue their Texas trip Wednesday at Coppell.

12. Darien (CT) 0-0 last week: No. 12
The Blue Wave open April 8 vs. Westhill (CT).

13. Boys’ Latin (MD) 2-1 Last week: No. 8
The Lakers continue a Spring Break trip to Georgia Wednesday at Lovett. They defeated Westminster, 11-9, on Saturday.

14. Deerfield Academy (MA) 0-0 Last week: No. 14
The Big Green open March 28 at No. 19 Brunswick School.

15. Delbarton (N.J.) 0-0 last week: No. 15
The Green Wave host Summit (N.J.) March 25 in their opener.

16. Georgetown Prep (MD) 1-0 last week: No. 17
The Little Hoyas opened with a 17-3 win over Rockhurst Jesuit (KS).

17. Malvern Prep (PA) 0-1 last week: No. 11
The Friars look to bounce back from an overtime loss to Calvert Hall Tuesday at St. Mary’s Annapolis.

18. Bergen Catholic (NJ) 0-0 last week: No. 18
The Crusaders open March 25 vs.Glen Ridge (N.J.).

19. Brunswick School (CT) 0-0 last week: No. 19
The Bruins open March 24 at Oregon power West Linn.

20 Yorktown (NY) 0-0 last week: No. 20
The Cornhuskers open March 26 at Brewster.

Under consideration: Avon Old Farms (CT) 0-0; Bronxville (NY) 0-0; Brother Rice (MI) 0-0; Cazenovia Central (N.Y.) 0-0; Foothill Santa-Ana (CA) 5-0; Garden City (N.Y.) 0-0; Gilman School (MD) 0-0; Greenwich (CT) 0-0; Governor’s Academy (MA) 0-0; Jamesville-DeWitt (N.Y.) 0-0; Kent Island (MD) 0-0; Lynbrook (NY) 0-0; Niskayuna (N.Y.) 0-0; Paul VI (VA) 2-1; Pittsford (N.Y.) 0-0; Ridgefield (CT) 0-0; Smithtown East (N.Y.) 0-0; Smithtown West (N.Y.) 0-0; St. Ignatius Prep (CA) 5-0; St. Mary’s Annapolis (MD) 0-2; Summit (NJ) 0-0; Upper Arlington (OH) 0-0.

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By Chris Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 3/17/15

The first games involving ranked teams will be held today as No. 4 Bishop Ireton travels to No. 19 Georgetown Visitation in a battle of D.C. powers and No. 14 Archbishop Spalding travels to No. 16 Roland Park in the Interscholastic Athletic Association of Maryland.

STEPS Lacrosse North America Girls’ Rankings

1. McDonogh School (MD) 0-0
The Eagles open Thursday in Georgia at Walton (state runner-up last year) and play Friday at No. 12 Milton (9-time state champion).

2. Moorestown (N.J.) 0-0
The Quakers open their regular season March 25 vs. Bishop Eustace (N.J.).

3. Manhasset (N.Y.) 0-0
The Indians open March 26 vs. Syosset.

4. Bishop Ireton (VA) 0-0
The Cardinals open today at No. 19 Georgetown Visitation.

5. St. Anthony’s (N.Y.) 0-0
The Friars open Saturday at Ward Melville (N.Y.).

6. St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes (VA) 0-0
The Saints open Wednesday at home vs. Academy of the Holy Cross (MD).

7. Suffern (N.Y.) 0-0
The Mounties open March 27 vs. No. 12 Milton.

8. Severn School (MD) 0-0
The Admirals open IAAM play today vs. Notre Dame Prep.

9. Vero Beach (FL) 9-0
The Fighting Indians play Saturday at No. 12 Milton.

10. Darien (CT) 0-0
The Blue Wave open March 26 at Rye (N.Y.)

11. Mt. Sinai (N.Y.) 0-0
The Mustangs open March 25 at Babyon (N.Y.).

12. Milton (GA) 3-0
The Eagles host

13. Garden City (N.Y.) 0-0
The Trojans open Thursday vs. North Shore (N.Y.).

14. Archbishop Spalding (MD) 1-0
The Cavaliers play today at No. 16 Roland Park.

15. Summit (N.J.) 0-0
The Hilltoppers open March 26 vs. West Morris Central.

16. Roland Park (MD) 0-0
The Reds open today by hosting No. 14 Archbishop Spalding.

17. West Genesee (N.Y.) 0-0
The Wildcats open April 1 vs. Baldwinsville (N.Y.).

18. Skaneateles (N.Y.) 0-0
The Lakers are the defending Class C state champs.

19. Georgetown Visitation (DC) 0-0
The Tigers host No. 4 Bishop Ireton today.

20. (tie) West Islip (N.Y.) 0-0
The Lions open March 26 at Patchogue-Medford (N.Y).

20. Good Counsel (MD) 1-0
The Falcons opened Monday with a 16-7 win over St. Mary’s (MD).

Under consideration: Brighton (N.Y) 0-0; Century (MD) 0-0; Christian Brothers (NY) 0-0; Eastport-South Manor (NY) 0-0; Garnet Valley (PA) 0-0; Glastonbury (CT) 0-0; Hill Academy (Ontario, Canada) 2-0; Hutchison (TN) 2-0; John Carroll (MD) 0-0; Manchester Valley (MD) 0-0; Marriotts Ridge (MD) 0-0; Mountain Lakes (N.J.) 0-0; Mt. Hebron (MD) 0-0; Northport (N.Y.) 0-0; Notre Dame Academy (MA) 0-0; Notre Dame Prep (MD) 0-0; Penfield (N.Y.) 0-0; Sacred Heart (N.Y.) 0-0; Sayville (N.Y.) 0-0; Severna Park (MD) 0-0; Sycamore (OH) 0-0; Victor (NY) 0-0; Westwood (MA) 0-0.

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TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 3/17/15
Staff Report

The girls’ lacrosse season saw its first games between ranked teams today.

In Washington D.C., Bishop Ireton (VA), the No. 4 team in the STEPS Lacrosse North America Rankings, toppled Georgetown Visitation, 11-9.

Meanwhile, Francesca Whitehurst (Georgetown) had five goals, an assist and six draw controls to lead No. 16 Roland Park past No. 14 Archbishop Spalding, 16-10, in a Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association battle. (A full article is coming on this game Wednesday.)

The Bishop Ireton Cardinals broke a 9-9 tie late in the game on a goal by defensive middie Kaitlin Luzik (Virginia) and then stalled much of the rest of the clock away. Kelly Larkin, a 2016 committed to Navy, led the team with three goals and two assists and Kelly Mathews (Boston University) had three goals. while Kayla Duperrouzel had a pair of goals and four draw controls.

Bishop Ireton led, 6-1, after 10 minutes in the first half, but saw Visitation pull within 7-6 before the half and later tie the game, 8-8, and 9-9.

“They did a nice job of fighting back and getting the momentum in the second half,” said Bishop Ireton coach Rick Sofield. “In crunch time we made the plays. We stalled the last few minutes and retained possession. We got the ball checked out of our stick with 30 seconds left, but we got it right back. It was our first game, and I was telling the girls we didn’t play our best, but we still found a way to beat a good team.”

Maggie Jackson (Virginia) led the Tigers (1-1) with three goals and Kirsten Swanson (Cal) added two goals and two assists.

Charlotte Sofield (UNC) added a goal and an assist and Luzik also had an assist while freshman Lexi Ledoyen scored once.

No. 8 Severn School 17, Notre Dame Prep 11

Caroline Steele (Maryland) poured in 10 goals to lead the Admirals to a win in their IAAM opener.

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By K.I. Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 3/18/15

St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes School (VA) 2016 defender Jasmine Walker has made a verbal commitment to play Division I lacrosse at George Washington University.

Jasmine Walker ledger:

Jasmine Walker

High School: St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes School, VA

Graduation Year: 2016

Position: Defense

College Choice: George Washington University

Club Affiliation: Capital 2016 Orange

Lacrosse Honors: Max Exposure All-Star 2014

What will you major in/study? Biology

Why did you choose GW? “I chose GW because of its coaches, academics, and location. I love the location and the academic resources they provide. I am thankful to Coach (Tracy) Coyne for providing me with this opportunity.”

Outlook for your High School season? “Our outlook is to stay competitive and to strive to win ISL’s and State’s this year.”

Thank You: “First, I would like to thank my father. He had me try the sport when I had no idea what it was and I have loved it ever since. I would also like to give a special thanks to coach Kathy Jenkins for seeing potential in me and encouraging me to continue to play. I would also like to acknowledge Coach Walsh, Coach Rogers, Coach Norton, Coach Schermerhorn, and Coach Urick for giving me a chance to play the sport.”

Other schools considered: Brown, Stanford

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By Renee Olivett
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 3/19/15

This week’s TopLaxRecruits.com Southern Rankings:

Girls

1. Bishop Ireton (VA) 1-0: The Cards opened with a big 11-9 win against a strong Georgetown Visitation team. They host Hill Academy (Ontario) on Friday.
2. Vero Beach (FL) 9-0: The Fighting Indians added wins against St. Thomas Aquinas 13-4 and Charlotte CDS 14-2. The Indians play Saturday at No. 4 Milton.
3. St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes (VA) 1-0: The Saints edged Holy Cross (MD), 11-10, in a tough opener Wednesday and now head West for a Spring Break trip and games with Torrey Pines, Carondelet, St. Ignatius and Marin Catholic as well as Episcopal Academy (PA).
4. Milton (GA) 4-0: The Eagles downed Cherokee 20-0. They will host the top team in the STEPS Lacrosse Rankings, McDonogh School, on Friday, and then Vero Beach on Saturday.
5. St. Anne’s-Belfield (VA) 4-0: The Saints had a big win over Charlotte Catholic 12-8. They also defeated Durham Academy 15-8 and Coppell 13-9.
6. Collegiate School (VA) 0-0: The Cougars play Friday at D.C. power Georgetown Visitation.
7. Walton (GA) 6-1: The Raiders defeated CY-Fair (TX) 18-4 and Woodstock 21-3. They host the nation’s No. 1 team, McDonogh School (MD), tonight.
8. Hutchison School (TN) 3-0: The Sting defeated Briarcrest 21-11.
9. Oviedo (FL) 11-0: The Lions added wins against Orangewood CS 20-0 and Timber Creek 13-12.
10. Barron Collier (FL) 8-1: The Cougars were Vero Beach’s closest matchup all year, losing 14-9. This last week they defeated Gulf Coast 16-0, Naples 17-6 and Charlotte CDS 9-6.

Under consideration: Apex (NC) 2-0, Cardinal Gibbons (NC) 4-0, Charlotte Catholic (NC) 2-2, Coppell (TX) 6-2, Flint Hill (VA) 2-0, Kell (GA) 3-1. Lake Highland Prep (FL) 11-1, Lake Norman (NC) 4-0, Oakton (VA) 0-0, Ponte Vedra (FL) 9-1, Robinson (VA) 1-0, St. John’s (TX) 6-0, Westfield (VA) 1-0, Woodgrove (VA) 0-0, Martin County (FL) 12-1, Olympia (FL) 12-2, Lassiter (GA) 5-0

Boys

1. St. Thomas Aquinas (FL) 10-0: The Raiders added wins against Barron Collier 16-5 and South Plantation 17-1.
2. Lambert (GA) 6-0: The Longhorns added a win against Northview 14-5.
3. IMG Academy (FL) 15-1: The Ascenders added wins against American Heritage 19-2, Saint Andrew’s 17-8 and Lake Brantley 21-11 to finish their FHSAA schedule.
4. Episcopal School of Dallas (TX) 6-1: The Eagles went 2-1 on their trip to California- losing 10-8 at San Ramon Valley before winning 10-9 at Bellarmine Prep and 15-6 at the Menlo School. Back in Texas, they added a 13-5 win against Greenhill.
5. St. Anne’s-Belfield (VA) 5-0: The Saints defeated St. Mary’s Ryken 7-3 and the Benjamin School (FL) 12-4.
6. Cardinal Gibbons (NC) 2-2: The Crusaders fell in a tough loss against Maryland’s McDonogh School 15-7 before beating East Chapel Hill 12-4.
7. Lake Highland Prep (FL) 9-2: The Highlanders added a win against Winter Park 19-6.
8. St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes (VA) 3-0: The Saints began their season with wins against Norfolk Academy 11-3, Mount St. Joseph 11-9 and John Carroll 15-4.
9. Paul VI (VA) 3-2: The Panthers fell to nationally-ranked St. Paul’s of Maryland in a close 14-11 matchup before defeating Flint Hill 15-3 and John Paul the Great 17-3. They fell to Landon 13-7, another ranked Maryland team.
10. Charlotte Latin (NC) 4-1: After a tough 8-4 loss to St. Anne’s Belfield (VA), the Hawks added wins against Cuthbertson 15-5, Lake Norman Charter 17-10 and Montgomery Bell Academy 17-12.

Under Consideration: Albemarle (VA) 1-0, Charlotte Catholic (N.C.) 6-1, Collegiate School (VA) 2-0, Coppell (TX) 4-2, Dallas Jesuit (TX) 3-2, Highland Park (TX) 2-2, Jupiter (FL) 11-2, Loudoun County (VA) 1-0, Lovett (GA) 3-2, McCallie School (TN) 2-0, Memphis University School (TN) 4-2, Norfolk Academy (VA) 2-2, Northview (GA) 5-1, Ponte Vedra (FL) 12-2, Pope 9GA) 7-1, Robinson (VA) 1-0, Roswell (GA) 5-1, South County (VA) 0-0, St. Mark’s (TX) 3-0, Westminster (GA) 8-1, Woodberry Forest (VA) 1-0, Johns Creek (GA) 6-2, Coppell (TX) 4-2

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TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 3/19/15

Caroline Wiseman scored the game-winner with 7:25 to play to give host St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes (VA) a tough 11-10 win over Holy Cross (MD) in a non-league girls’ lacrosse opener Wednesday.

Sophomore Zoe Belodeau (Penn) led the Saints – ranked 6th in the STEPS Lacrosse Girls’ Rankings – with two goals and two assists and two key draw controls down the stretch. Senior Ellie Majure (Duke) added two goals and an assist while junior Eloise Carson (Dartmouth) was a force as the Saints overcame a two-goal deficit.

St. Stephen’s is playing its 40th season under legendary coach Kathy Jenkins, whose team was missing five starters due to injuries. Jenkins’ Saints head to California to play six games – including an incredible three in own day on Saturday at La Costa Canyon, north of San Diego.

The three-game marathon begins at 11:30 a.m. when the Saints face PA’s Episcopal Academy (1-0). At 2:30 SSSA meets La Costa Canyon (3-0) and then nearby rival Torrey Pines (3-0) at 5:30 p.m.

Normally, the Saints have large numbers, although few teams have ever played three times in one day. But Jenkins not only had five starters out Wednesday, but many others are injured and her numbers for varsity and JV have dwindled to just 30. She estimated that she has been without as many as 10 players due to injury in the past week.

“We had to bring up five 8th graders for the game Wednesday,” she said. “It’s been a little bit of a nightmare. Numbers have been a problem. First we had the snow and now all the girls getting hurt. I never had a year like this.”

After the three games Saturday, the Saints go north to San Francisco to play Carondelet on Tuesday, St. Ignatius Prep on Wednesday and Marin Catholic next Thursday.

“Hopefully, California will prepare us,” Jenkins said. “Right now we want to get everyone healthy and back on track. We have some nice young players and I think they will surprise some people.

“It’s hard when people are not 100 percent. We want to build that chemistry on the trip. Hopefully it will be good to be together.”

Episcopal Academy (PA) 7, Hill Academy (Ontario) 6, OT

Julia Hondros scored the game-winner in overtime as host Episcopal Academy opened its season with a win over Hill Academy (2-1).

Hondros led a balanced attack with two goals and an assist while Corinne Zanolli added two goals. Jane Crager contributed a goal, an assist and five draw controls as well as a groundball and a caused turnover and goalie Sydney Gagnon had five saves and two interceptions.

St. Paul’s (MD) 10, Coppell (TX) 3

Despite a brilliant 21-save effort by Jeremy Lim, the Crusaders (No. 11 inthe Epoch Lacrosse Rankings) improved to 2-1 with the win at Coppell (4-2).

Eli Ayer won 13 of 18 face-offs for St. Paul’s and AJ Barretto posted eight saves. Tyler Rockhill led a balanced attack with two goals and Connor Flaig added a goal and an assist.

Arapahoe (CO) 16, Grandview (CO) 9

Brian Wilson collected four goals and two assists and Austin Shindoll added four goals and an assist for the Warriors (3-0).

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TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 3/20/15
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McDonogh School (MD) dominated from the start and coasted to an 18-5 victory tonight over host Milton (GA) in a much-anticipated game between two of the nation’s top-ranked teams.

McDonogh, the consensus No. 1 team for the past five years and the top team in the STEPS Lacrosse Girls’ Rankings, improved to 2-0 and won its 114th straight game. Milton, No. 12 and the five-time big-school state champion, fell to 4-1.

The Eagles, who have not lost since April 11 of 2009, broke open a 1-1 game with seven of the next eight goals and led, 10-3, at halftime.

Julia Hoffman and Catie May each had three goals to lead the attack, while Olivia Jenner, Brindi Griffin and Andie Aldave each scored two. Kelsey Cummings, Caroline Lewis, Andie Aldave and Sydni Thacker, Elizabeth George and Maddie Jenner each scored once.

McDonogh had defeated another top Georgia team, Walton, 15-2, in its opener on Thursday. The Eagles play Saturday night at Chattahoochee (5-2).

Bishop Ireton (VA) 9, Hill Academy (Ontario, Canada) 8

Sophomore Kayla Duperrouzel (two goals, one assist) scored the game-winner with :09 to play as the Cardinals improved to 2-0. Hill is 3-2.

Kelly Mathews had three goals and an assist and Char Sofield had two goals and two assists.

Coppell (TX) 15, Hockaday School (TX) 5

Mia Harp had five goals and Morgan Widner won 13 of her 17 draws and collected 18 overall as the Cowgirls improved to 8-2 and remained undefeated vs. Texas foes. Charlotte Hayden added three goals and four assists.

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TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 3/22/15

After falling, 18-5, to mighty McDonogh School on Friday, Milton’s girls’ lacrosse team rebounded with an impressive victory Saturday night.

Hannah Davis collected three goals, nine draw controls and three groundballs to spark the Eagles – ranked 13th in the STEPS Lacrosse North America Rankings – to a 13-10 win over No. 9 Vero Beach (FL).

“We had a tough game against McDonogh,” said Milton coach Tim Godby of his five-time defending state champion Eagles. “They were just simply way better than us in all phases. To stay with McDonogh, you have to take advantage of opportunities when you have them and limit mistakes.

“They make you pay for mistakes. Playing a team like this helps us learn what we need to improve on.”

Improve the Eagles did as they handed the Fighting Indians (11-1) their first loss. Milton flashed balance vs. Vero as Emily Velez (2 goals, 1 assist), Taylor Catts (2 goals, 3 GB’s, 2 FTO’s), Claire Smith (1 goal, 1 assist, 9 draws), Jessie Masinko (2 goals, 1 assist, 4 GB’s), Morgan Franklin (4 GB’s, 3 FTO’s), and Lindsey Burton (3 GB’s, 2 draws, 2 FTO’s) led the way and
Shahpar Mirza had 12 saves.

“I’m very proud of our girls for bouncing back from a tough loss against McDonogh to beat a good team like Vero,” said Godby. “We have a lot of respect for their program and what they’ve accomplished and they bring out the best in us.

“We started the game hot by going up 4-0. Our girls were very scrappy on the draws and did a great job getting possession on the 50/50 balls. Vero started scoring some goals but didn’t get closer than three the entire game. The halftime score was 8-4. We extended the lead in the second half to 13-7 and were able to control possession and burn some time off the clock to keep the ball out of Vero’s possession.”

Vero made a late rally, scoring three consecutive goals to cut the lead to 13-10, but Mirza had two big saves to preserve the win.

Cold Spring Harbor (NY) 11, Notre Dame Prep (MD) 9

The Seahawks opened their season in style by downing NDP at the One Love Springfest at St. Paul’s School (MD). The game was one of six played to benefit the One Love Foundation.

The Cold Spring Harbor scoring was led by Ashley Lynch (5g, 2a), Sam Debellis (3g, 2a), Tara Atkinson (2g), Kate Kotowski (4a), Holly Logan (1g, 1a) and Lindsey Willcocks (1a).

Haley Crosson posted 11 saves.

“The day was amazing and for such a great cause,” said CSH coach Danielle Castellane. “We were very happy to be a part of it.”

St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes (VA) wins 3 games

The No. 6 Saints (4-0) defeated Episcopal Academy (PA), 8-7, in overtime to spark a 3-0 day at La Costa Canyon (CA).

Eloise Carson (three goals) had the tying goal and then the winning goal with less than a minute left in OT in the victory over Episcopal (3-1). The Saints also toppled La Costa Canyon (17-9) and Torrey Pines (14-4). Zoe Belodeau also had three goals in the win over EA.

Episcopal Academy (3-1) also defeated La Costa Canyon (7-4) and Torrey Pines (score unavailable).

Bishop Ireton (VA) 13, Severn School (MD) 11, OT

The No. 4 Cardinals (3-0) won their third tight game as Charlotte Sofield (4g, 2a), Larkin (4g, 1a), Mathews (3g, 2a) led the attack and Kayla Duperrouzel had five draw controls while Kaitlin Luzik led the defense with 4DC’s, 4GB’s and 3CTO’s.

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By K.I. Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 3/23/15

Battlefield High School (VA) 2015 goalie Arion Pierre has made a verbal commitment to play Division II lacrosse at Wingate University.

Arion Pierre ledger:

Arion Pierre

High School: Battlefield High School, VA

Graduation Year: 2015

Position: Goalie

College Choice: Wingate University

Club Affiliation: BattleLax

Lacrosse Honors: 2nd Team All-District, 1st Team All-District, 1st Team All Conference-Region, Brine Showcase

What will you major in/study? Criminal Justice/Forensic Science

Why did you choose Wingate? “I’m not promised 4 years of lacrosse and if I were to get hurt, I would be 100% okay with that. I loved the atmosphere at Wingate, they have an active Fellowship of Christian Athletes program, I spent some time with the team, I loved them and the campus was beautiful. I just knew Wingate is where God wanted me to be.”

Outlook for your High School season? “We have speed, a high lacrosse IQ, powerful stick skills and I’m excited to see where this season takes us. I think we’re so use to being big fish in a little pond, dominating our district schedule most of the time. I want to prove that we can be a threat to teams outside our District. It’s like we’re premeditated to get knocked out of the State tournament and I’m looking to change that.”

Thank You: “Thank you, Brian Newell, my first coach, he recruited me to play lacrosse when I was younger, after seeing me play in a basketball game against his daughter and niece. He opened this doorway and if it wasn’t for him this wouldn’t have been possible.

“My team, friends and family are so supportive. Goalie, is a mental position, and it’s good to have them help me keep a clear head during the good and bad games I experience on the field.”

Other schools considered: Radford University, Gardner Webb University, Davis & Elkins College, University of Charleston, Wilkes University, CNU, Campbell University, Slippery Rock University, Tennessee Wesleyan College, Shorter University and Randolph College

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By Chris Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 3/23/15

The Epoch Lacrosse North America Boys’ Rankings got jumbled this week after a number of head-to-head matches and a shocker when Episcopal Academy (PA) knocked off No. 1 Culver Military Academy. Haverford School, a league foe of Episcopal Academy in Philly’s Inter-Ac League, took over the top spot.

This week’s Epoch Lacrosse North America Rankings

1. Haverford School (PA) 2-0 Last week: No. 2
The Fords take over the top spot and get another test as they host No. 18 Loyola Blakefield (MD) on Tuesday.

2. Landon School (MD) 5-0 last week: No. 6
The Bears host Upstate NY power Timon St. Jude on Thursday.

3. Chaminade (NY) 0-0 Last week: No. 3
The Flyers host No. 7 Massapequa on Wednesday.

4. McDonogh School (MD) 1-1 Last week: No. 8
The Eagles could not have impressed more than in a 13-11 win over Gonzaga on Sunday. They host No. 10 Culver Military Academy on Thursday.

5. Episcopal Academy
The Churchmen stunned everyone with an 8-7 win over Culver, utilizing a stifling zone defense and great face-off work. They play McDonogh Saturday night at Loyola University at the PNC Invitational.

6. Gonzaga (DC) 5-1 Last week: No. 4
The Purple Eagles look to rebound from the loss to McDonogh Tuesday vs. Culver.

7. Massapequa (N.Y.) 1-0 Last week: No. 9
The Chiefs play Wednesday at No. 2 Chaminade.

8. Hill Academy (ONT, Canada) 4-1 Last week: No. 10
Hill’s game with Haverford School Saturday was postponed and will hopefully be played in late April when the team returns to the Philly region. Hill is off until traveling to Brother Rice April 18; it plays Culver at Brother Rice on April 19.

9. St Anthony’s (NY) 0-0 last week: No. 7
The Friars host Holy Trinity (N.Y.) on March 31.

10. Culver Military Academy (IN) 3-1 Last week: No. 1
The Eagles play Gonzaga Tuesday, St. Mary’s Wednesday and McDonogh on Thursday – wow!

11. Calvert Hall (MD) 4-1 Last week: No. 5
The Cardinals play Tuesday at Calverton (MD).

12. Darien (CT) 0-0 last week: No. 12
The Blue Wave open April 8 vs. Westhill (CT).

13. Boys’ Latin (MD) 4-1 Last week: No. 13
The Lakers play at 4-0 Bullis School (MD) on Tuesday.

14. Deerfield Academy (MA) 0-0 Last week: No. 14
The Big Green open Saturday at No. 19 Brunswick School.

15. Delbarton (N.J.) 0-0 last week: No. 15
The Green Wave host Summit (N.J.) Wednesday in their opener.

16. Georgetown Prep (MD) 3-0 last week: No. 16
The Little Hoyas play at Gilman School on Tuesday.

17. Syosset (NY) 2-0 last week: NR
The Braves earned a key 9-7 win over Garden City.

18. Loyola Blakefield (MD) 1-0 last week: NR
The Dons play at No. 1 Haverford School on Tuesday

19. Bergen Catholic (NJ) 0-0 last week: No. 18
The Crusaders open Wednesday vs. Glen Ridge (N.J.).

20. Brunswick School (CT) 0-0 last week: No. 19
The Bruins open Tuesday at Oregon power West Linn.

Under consideration: Arapahoe (CO) 4-0; Avon Old Farms (CT) 0-0; Bronxville (NY) 0-0; Brother Rice (MI) 0-0; Cazenovia Central (N.Y.) 0-0; Foothill Santa-Ana (CA) 7-0; Garden City (N.Y.) 1-1; Gilman School (MD) 1-0; Greenwich (CT) 0-0; Governor’s Academy (MA) 0-0; Jamesville-DeWitt (N.Y.) 0-0; Kent Island (MD) 0-0; Lynbrook (NY) 1-0; Niskayuna (N.Y.) 0-0; Pittsford (N.Y.) 0-0; Ridgefield (CT) 0-0; Smithtown East (N.Y.) 0-0; Smithtown West (N.Y.) 0-0; St. Thomas Aquinas (FL) 11-0; St. Ignatius Prep (CA) 6-0; St. Mary’s Annapolis (MD) 0-2; St. Paul’s (MD) 3-2; Summit (NJ) 0-0; Upper Arlington (OH) 0-0; Yorktown (NY) 0-0.

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By Chris Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 3/24/15

Top-ranked McDonogh School (MD) opened its season with three impressive wins in Georgia, the biggest being an 18-5 victory over No. 10 Milton. The Eagles open their Interscholastic Athletic Association of Maryland play today at Bryn Mawr.

STEPS Lacrosse North America Girls’ Rankings

1. McDonogh School (MD) 3-0 Prev: No. 1
The Eagles won their three games in Georgia by a combined score of 56-12. They play today at Bryn Mawr, Thursday at Roland Park and Saturday vs. Archbishop Spalding as they begin the quest for a seventh straight IAAM crown.

2. Moorestown (N.J.) 0-0 Prev: No. 2
The Quakers open their regular season Wednesday vs. Bishop Eustace (N.J.).

3. Manhasset (N.Y.) 1-0 Prev: No. 3
The Indians downed Bryn Mawr (MD) 7-6 and host Syosset (NY) on Thursday.

4. Bishop Ireton (VA) 3-0 Prev: No. 4
The Cardinals have won three games by a combined five goals over top teams. They open DC WCAC play today at Bishop McNamara.

5. St. Anthony’s (N.Y.) 0-0 Prev: No. 5
The Friars open Wednesday when they host Holy Trinity (N.Y.).

6. St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes (VA) 4-0 Prev: No. 6
The Saints play at Carondelet (CA) today as they continue a six-game California swing.

7. Suffern (N.Y.) 0-0 Prev: No. 7
The Mounties open Friday vs. No. 12 Milton.

8. Mount de Sales (MD) 1-0 Prev: NR
The Sailors opened IAAM play with a stunning 12-9 win over Severn School. They host John Carroll today.

9. Garden City (N.Y.) 1-0 Prev: No. 13
The Trojans opened by defeating St. Paul’s School for Girls (MD), 14-11, at the Springfest One Love benefit tourney.

10. Darien (CT) 0-0< Prev: No. 10/strong>
The Blue Wave open Thursday at Rye (N.Y.)

11. Mt. Sinai (N.Y.) 0-0 Prev: No. 11
The Mustangs open Wednesday at Babylon (N.Y.).

12. Milton (GA) 3-0 Prev: No. 12
The Eagles claimed a key 13-10 win over Vero Beach (FL). They play Suffern in a major test Friday.

13. Severn School (MD) 1-1 Prev: No. 8
The Admirals look to bounce back from an IAAM loss to Mont de Sales today when they play at Maryvale Prep.

14. Roland Park (MD) 3-1 Prev: No. 16
The Reds suffered a tough 13-11 OT loss to No. 4 Bishop Ireton. They host St. Paul’s School for Girls today.

15. Summit (N.J.) 0-0 Prev: No. 15
The Hilltoppers open Thursday vs. West Morris Central.

16. Good Counsel (MD) 4-0 Prev: No. 20
The Falcons host Holy Cross (MD) Friday in a DC WCAC contest.

17. Vero Beach (FL) 12-1 Prev: No. 9
The Fighting Indians play PA power Agnes Irwin on Thursday.

18. West Genesee (N.Y.) 0-0 Prev: No. 17
The Wildcats open April 1 vs. Baldwinsville (N.Y.).

19. Skaneateles (N.Y.) 0-0 Prev: No. 18
The Lakers are the defending Class C state champs.

20. Hauppauge (NY) 1-0 Prev: NR
The Eagles earned a 12-5 win over West Islip.

Under consideration: Archbishop Spalding (MD) 1-1; Brighton (N.Y) 0-0; Century (MD) 1-0; Christian Brothers (NY) 0-0; Cold Spring Harbor (NY) 1-0; Eastport-South Manor (NY) 0-0; Garnet Valley (PA) 0-0; Georgetown Visitation (DC) 2-2; Glastonbury (CT) 0-0; Hill Academy (Ontario, Canada) 3-2; Hutchison (TN) 4-0; John Carroll (MD) 1-0; Loyola Academy (IL) 1-0; Manchester Valley (MD) 1-0; Marriotts Ridge (MD) 0-0; Mountain Lakes (N.J.) 0-0; Mt. Hebron (MD) 0-0; Northport (N.Y.) 0-0; Notre Dame Academy (MA) 0-0; Penfield (N.Y.) 0-0; Sayville (N.Y.) 1-0; Severna Park (MD) 0-0; Sycamore (OH) 0-0; Victor (NY) 0-0; Wantagh (NY) 3-0; West Islip (N.Y.) 1-1; Westwood (MA) 0-0.

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By Renee Olivett
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 3/26/15

The Milton girls and Roswell boys moved up in this week’s TopLaxRecruits.com Southern Rankings:

Girls

1. Bishop Ireton (VA) 4-0: The Cardinals pulled away from Roland Park Country in a 13-11 overtime win to remain undefeated. This week they will face St. Mary’s Ryken (MD), Notre Dame Prep (MD) and Hinsdale Central (IL).

2. Milton (GA) 5-1: Despite a tough 18-5 loss to powerhouse McDonogh, the Eagles rebounded to defeat Vero Beach 13-10. This weekend they will face Suffern (NY) and Radnor (PA) for two competitive out-of-state matches.

3. St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes (VA) 5-0: The Saints remain undefeated after defeating Episcopal Academy (PA) in a double overtime 8-7 win. They will play St. Ignatius Prep and Marin Catholic to continue their spring break trip in California.

4. Vero Beach (FL) 12-1: The Fighting Indians suffered first loss, falling to Milton (GA) 13-10. They added wins against Lake Highland Prep (FL) 11-8, Myers Park 19-6 and Martin County 16-4. Today they face the competitive Agnes Irwin (PA).

5. St. Anne’s-Belfield (VA) 7-0: The Saints claimed three easy wins the past week

6. Walton (GA) 6-2: The Raiders fell to McDonogh 15-2. They will return Saturday vs. Upper Arlington of Ohio after a long break.

7. Hutchison School (TN) 5-0: The Sting added wins against St. Agnes Academy 19-0 and White Station 24-0. Next week they travel to the Maryland area to face top teams, including Sts. Stephen’s & St. Agnes.

8. Oviedo (FL) 12-0: The Lions remain undefeated after defeating Springside School 13-10. This Saturday they face Barron Collier in a tough Florida matchup.

9. Barron Collier (FL) 12-1: The Cougars added wins against Jensen Beach 12-8, Springside School 15-5, Flint Hill School 12-11 and Lely 18-0.

10. Flint Hill School (VA) 2-1: The Huskies lost a tight match to Barron Collier 12-11. They will play St. Mark’s (MA), Collegiate School (VA), and Georgetown Visitation (DC) for a competitive week.

Under consideration: Apex (NC) 3-0, Cardinal Gibbons (NC) 5-0, Charlotte Catholic (NC) 3-2, Coppell (TX) 9-2, Flint Hill (VA) 2-1, Kell (GA) 4-2. Lake Highland Prep (FL) 12-2, Lake Norman (NC) 8-0, Oakton (VA) 1-0, Ponte Vedra (FL) 10-1, Robinson (VA) 2-0, St. John’s (TX) 6-0, Woodgrove (VA) 2-0, Martin County (FL) 13-2, Olympia (FL) 12-2, Lassiter (GA) 6-0, Collegiate School (VA) 2-2

Boys:

1. St. Thomas Aquinas (FL) 11-0: The Raiders added a win against Lake Mary 12-6. Aquinas has one week left in their regular season with games against Lake Forest of Illinois and the competitive Jupiter team.

2. IMG Academy (FL) 16-1: The Ascenders defeated Columbine (CO), 11-7 on Wednesday.

3. Episcopal School of Dallas (TX) 9-1: The Eagles added three wins, defeating St. Mark’s 19-9, Plano 17-2, and Fort Worth Country Day 19-1. They will face a strong Coppell team next Tuesday.

4. St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes (VA) 6-0: The Saints remain undefeated after defeating Springside Chestnut Hill 8-3, Cardinal Gibbons 8-6 and St. Christopher’s 14-8. This week they will face MICDS from Missouri and Coronado from California.

5. Roswell (GA) 8-1: The Hornets enter the rankings after a key 12-11 win over Lambert, the team it defeated in last year’s big school state finals.

6. Lambert (GA) 8-1: The Longhorns fell to Roswell, 12-11, in a rematch of last year’s state finals loss.

7. Westminster (GA) 9-1: The Wildcats’ only loss came in a close 11-9 matchup against national powerhouse Boys’ Latin. They will face top Georgia teams Johns Creek, Lovett and Roswell in the coming weeks.

8. Paul VI (VA) 5-2: The Panthers added win over Bishop O’Connell 11-6 and Episcopal and face DeMatha Fridayk.

9. Douglas Freeman (VA) 3-0: The Rebels took down former No. 6 St. Anne’s-Belfield 10-8 as well as Hermitage 17-0 and James River 11-8.

10. Charlotte Latin (NC) 4-1: The Hawks will play Durham Academy today after a long break.

Under Consideration: Albemarle (VA) 2-1; Cardinal Gibbons (NC) 3-4, Charlotte Catholic (N.C.) 6-2, Collegiate School (VA) 4-0, Coppell (TX) 5-2, Highland Park (TX) 3-2, Jupiter (FL) 12-2, Loudoun County (VA) 2-0, Centennial (GA) 7-1, Johns Creek (GA) 7-2, McCallie School (TN) 4-0, Memphis University School (TN) 5-3, Norfolk Academy (VA) 3-2, Northview (GA) 7-1, Ponte Vedra (FL) 12-2, Pope (GA) 7-2, Robinson (VA) 3-0, South County (VA) 1-0, St. Anne’s-Belfield (VA) 6-1; St. Mark’s (TX) 4-1, Woodberry Forest (VA) 2-1

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By Chris Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 3/30/15

This week’s STEPS Lacrosse North America Girls’ Rankings

1. McDonogh School (MD) 6-0 Prev: No. 1
The Eagles, who had four-goal wins over Bryn Mawr and Roland Park and a 14-8 triumph over Archbishop Spalding on Saturday, host Maryvale Prep on Tuesday.

2. Moorestown (N.J.) 2-0 Prev: No. 2
The Quakers claimed a hard-fought 5-3 victory over Mountain Lakes (N.J.)

3. Manhasset (N.Y.) 2-0 Prev: No. 3
The Indians play Tuesday at South Side.

4. Bishop Ireton (VA) 7-0 Prev: No. 4
The Cardinals host Holy Cross Tuesday in a DC WCAC gamea.

5. St. Anthony’s (N.Y.) 1-0 Prev: No. 5
The Friars host St. John the Baptist today.

6. St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes (VA) 7-0 Prev: No. 6
The Saints went 6-0 on their long California swing and host three games this week, including a date with Tennessee power Hutchison on Friday.

7. Garden City (N.Y.) 3-0 Prev: No. 9
The Trojans host 3-0 Cold Spring Harbor on Tuesday.

8. Mt. Sinai (N.Y.) 2-0 Prev: No. 11
The Mustangs had a 14-7 victory over Bayport-Blue Point, the team that ended their 37-game win streak in last year’s Suffolk County finals.

9. Mt. Hebron (MD) 3-0 Prev: NR
The Vikings earned a 7-6 win over Mount de Sales.

10. Radnor (PA) 3-0 Prev: NR
The Raiders downed Garnet Valley (PA), Milton (GA) and Suffern (N.Y.) in a very strong start to their season.

11. Darien (CT) 1-0 Prev: No. 10
The Blue Wave open Thursday at Rye (N.Y.)

12. Summit (N.J.) 2-0 Prev: No. 15
The Hilltoppers play Thursday at Oak Knoll, which dealt them their only regular-season loss last year

13. Agnes Irwin (PA) 6-0 Prev: NR
The Owls defeated Vero Beach (FL) 8-7.

14. Roland Park (MD) 4-2 Prev: No. 14
The Reds play Tuesday at Bryn Mawr.

15. Good Counsel (MD) 5-0 Prev: No. 16
The Falcons host Hinsdale Central (IL) today.

16. Milton (GA) 7-2 Prev: No. 12
The Eagles – after a one-goal win over Suffern and an overtime loss to Radnor Sunday – get back to their Georgia schedule Thursday vs. Roswell.

17. Marriotts Ridge (MD) 3-0 Prev: NR
The Mustangs edged Severn School (13-12 in OT) and Catonsville (9-8) on Saturday.

18. West Genesee (N.Y.) 0-0 Prev: No. 18
The Wildcats open Wednesday vs. Baldwinsville (N.Y.).

19. Skaneateles (N.Y.) 0-0 Prev: No. 19
The Lakers travel to Long Island to play at Manhasset (Aopril 6) and at Garden City (April 7).

20. Cold Spring Harbor (NY) 3-0 Prev: NR
The Seahawks play at Garden City Tuesday.

Under consideration: Archbishop Spalding (MD) 1-1; Brighton (N.Y) 1-0; Century (MD) 3-1; Christian Brothers (NY) 0-0; Cold Spring Harbor (NY) 3-0; Eastport-South Manor (NY) 2-0; Garnet Valley (PA) 2-1; Georgetown Visitation (DC) 4-2; Glastonbury (CT) 0-0; Hauppauge (NY) 2-1; Hill Academy (Ontario, Canada) 6-2; Hutchison (TN) 4-0; John Carroll (MD) 1-0; Lenape (NJ) 2-0; Loyola Academy (IL) 5-0; Manchester Valley (MD) 3-0; Middle Country (NY) 1-0; Mount de Sales (MD) 2-2; Northport (N.Y.) 1-0; Notre Dame Academy (MA) 1-0; Penfield (N.Y.) 1-0; Sayville (N.Y.) 2-0; Severn School (MD) 4-2; Suffern (NY) 0-2; Sycamore (OH) 0-0; Victor (NY) 0-0; Wantagh (NY) 4-0; West Islip (N.Y.) 2-1; Vero Beach (FL) 13-2; Westwood (MA) 0-0.

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By K.I. Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 4/1/15

West Potomac High School (VA) 2015 attackman Blane Crouse has made a commitment to play Division II lacrosse at Belmont Abbey College.

Blane Crouse ledger:

Blane Crouse

High School: West Potomac High School, VA

Graduation Year: 2015

Position: Attack

College Choice: Belmont Abbey College

Club Affiliation: Alexandria Travel

Lacrosse Honors: Madlax East Coast Lacrosse Showcase, Three Lacrosse Varsity Letters

Academic Honors: National Honor Society Member, Best Buddies Member, Aldersgate Church Guatemala Mission Trip, Fort Hunt Basketball/Lacrosse Coach

What will you major in/study? Business

Why did you choose BA? “I chose Belmont Abbey because it is a great mix of excellent academics and excellent athletics. Also, they have a great coaching staff and lacrosse facility.”

Outlook for HS season? “We lost 19 seniors from last year so many players will have to step into new roles, but I think we can compete for a district championship.”

Thank You: “I would like to thank Bill Russ, Truett Valentine, and my parents, I never would’ve gotten to this point without them. I would also like to thank the West Potomac Lacrosse Coaching Staff.”

Other schools considered: Saint Leo University, Chestnut Hill College, Hood College

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By Renee Olivett
TopLaxRecruits,com, Posted 4/2/15

The TopLaxRecruits Southern Rankings:

Boys:

1. St. Thomas Aquinas (FL) 14-0: The Raiders remain undefeated after beating Lake Forest 17-12 and American Heritage 19-6. They face Jupiter today and Western Davie next week to finish off their regular season.

2. IMG Academy (FL) 16-1: The Ascenders finished off their regular season last week with an 11-7 win over Columbine.

3. Episcopal School of Dallas (TX) 11-1: The Eagles added wins against Allen 15-9 and Coppell 7-2 and play today at No. 10 Highland Park in a battle of two teams unbeaten in state play.

4. St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes (VA) 8-0: The Saints remain undefeated after defeating MICDS 7-3 and Coronado 11-8.

5. Roswell (GA) 10-1: The Hornets dominated this week with a 21-4 win over Milton and a 13-0 win over North Cobb.

6. Centennial (GA) 9-1: The Knights defeated Lambert (GA) 13-10. They will face two Florida teams this weekend.

7. Westminster (GA) 11-1: The Wildcats’ added wins against Walton 11-6 and Sequoyah 18-1. They face 5th ranked Roswell today.

8. Paul VI (VA) 7-2: The Panthers added wins against DeMatha 9-8 and Our-Lady Good Counsel 10-5. They face the competitive Georgetown Prep today.

9. Douglas Freeman (VA) 5-0: The Rebels remain undefeated, adding a 15-12 win against Western Albemarle and a 13-5 win against Hanover.

10. Highland Park (TX) 6-2: The Fighting Scots host Episcopal School of Dallas today in a Texas showdown of teams undefeated in state play.

Under Consideration: Albemarle (VA) 3-1, Cardinal Gibbons (NC) 6-4, Charlotte Latin (NC) 6-2, Cardinal Gibbons (NC) 6-4, Charlotte Catholic (N.C.) 10-2, Collegiate School (VA) 7-0, Coppell (TX) 6-3, Johns Creek (GA) 9-2, Jupiter (FL) 15-2, Lambert (GA) 8-2, Loudoun County (VA) 2-1, McCallie School (TN) 5-1, Memphis University School (TN) 7-3, Norfolk Academy (VA) 5-2, Northview (GA) 8-3, Ponte Vedra (FL) 15-2, Pope (GA) 8-2, Robinson (VA) 5-1, St. Anne’s-Belfield (VA) 7-3, St. Mark’s (TX) 6-1, Westfield (VA) 5-1, Woodberry Forest (VA) 4-1, Woodgrove (VA) 4-1

Girls:

1. Bishop Ireton (VA) 7-0: The Cardinals had a dominating week with a 16-1 win against St. Mary’s Ryken, a 17-5 win against Notre Dame Prep and an 18-5 win against Hinsdale Central. They return on April 10th against the competitive Collegiate School before facing off against the McDonogh School.

2. St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes (VA) 8-0: The Saints remain undefeated after their trip to California, adding wins against St. Ignatius Prep 18-9 and Marin Catholic 17-5. They face the competitive Hutchison (TN) on Friday.

3. Milton (GA) 7-2: The Eagles beat Suffern (MD) in a close 11-10 matchup before falling to Radnor (PA) in a heartbreaking 9-8 loss. They face Roswell (GA) today.

4. St. Anne’s-Belfield (VA) 9-0: The Saints powered through with an 18-2 win against New Hope-Solebury and a 19-3 win against Virginia Episcopal. They face Collegiate School for a tough matchup tomorrow.

5. Vero Beach (FL) 14-3: The Fighting Indians finished off their regular season adding wins against West Springfield (VA) 13-3 and Canandaigua Academy (PA) 15-11. They fell to Agnes Irwin (PA) in a close 8-7 matchup and Conestoga (PA) 10-7.

6. Walton (GA) 7-2: Walton added a 16-12 win against Upper Arlington (OH). They play Germantown Academy and Archbishop Carroll this weekend against two tough Pennsylvania teams.

7. Hutchison School (TN) 8-0: The Sting added wins against Westminster School (GA) 11-8, Oak Mountain Blue 15-2 and Maine South 13-2. Today they face St. Paul’s School for Girls (MD) and on Friday they face St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes (VA) in what should be a major set of tests.

8. Barron Collier (FL) 15-1: The Cougars defeated a competitive Oviedo team 10-8 in overtime, while also adding wins against Lake Brantley 13-3 and American Heritage 19-10. The Cougars have two games left in their regular season, including a matchup against Walton (GA).

9. Ponte Vedra (FL) 12-2: The Sharks defeated Oviedo in a close 15-14 matchup after falling to Agnes Irwin (PA) 15-10.

10. Cardinal Gibbons (NC) 8-0: The Crusaders are undefeated after dominating in the North Carolina region.

Under consideration: Apex (NC) 4-1, Bartram Trail (FL) 12-5, Cardinal Gibbons (NC) 8-0, Charlotte Catholic (NC) 6-2, Collegiate School (VA) 6-2, Coppell (TX) 11-2, Flint Hill (VA) 3-2, Lassiter (GA) 9-0, Lake Highland Prep (FL) 14-3, Lake Norman (NC) 10-0, Martin County (FL) 13-4, Oakton (VA) 2-0, Olympia (FL) 13-2, Oviedo (FL) 14-2, Robinson (VA) 7-1, St. John’s (TX) 9-0, Woodgrove (VA) 2-0.

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By Chris Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 4/6/15

This week’s STEPS Lacrosse North America Girls’ Rankings

1. McDonogh School (MD) 8-0 Prev: No. 1
The Eagles play two IAAM games on the road – Tuesday at John Carroll and Thursday at St. Paul’s School for Girls – and then host No. 4 Bishop Ireton on Saturday.

2. Moorestown (N.J.) 2-0 Prev: No. 2
The Quakers host Montclair (NJ) today.

3. Manhasset (N.Y.) 4-0 Prev: No. 3
The Indians host No. 20 Skaneateles today.

4. Bishop Ireton (VA) 7-0 Prev: No. 4
The Cardinals have the ultimate test Saturday when they play at No. 1 McDonogh School.

5. St. Anthony’s (N.Y.) 2-0 Prev: No. 5
The Friars play Good Counsel Saturday at the SSSA Spring Fling.

6. St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes (VA) 10-0 Prev: No. 6
The Saints host Good Counsel and Cold Spring Harbor Saturday at the annual SSSA Spring Fling.

7. Garden City (N.Y.) 4-0 Prev: No. 7
The Trojans host Skaneateles on Tuesday.

8. Mt. Sinai (N.Y.) 3-0 Prev: No. 8
The Mustangs have two big Suffolk County games this week, at Eastport-South Manor on Wednesday and at Shorehamd-Wading River on Friday before playing Sunday at home vs. Section 3 power Christian Brothers.

9. Mt. Hebron (MD) 3-0 Prev: No. 9
The Vikings play Thursday at No. 17 Marriotts Ridge.

10. Radnor (PA) 3-0 Prev: No. 10
The Raiders have a key Central League game Thursday at Conestoga.

11. Darien (CT) 0-0 Prev: No. 11
The Blue Wave open Wednesday at Fairfield Ludlowe.

12. Bryn Mawr (MD) 4-2 Prev: NR
The Mawrtians defeated Mount de Sales and Roland Park to take over second place in the IAAM.

13. Agnes Irwin (PA) 7-0 Prev: No. 13
The Owls host Episcopal Academy today in a key Inter-Ac League game.

14. Oak Knoll (N.J.) 4-0 Prev: NR
The Royals knocked off Summit, 14-10, and host undefeated Ridgewood on Saturday.

15. Good Counsel (MD) 7-0 Prev: No. 15
The Falcons have a monster week, hosting No. 3 Manhasset on Tuesday and then playing St. Anthony’s and host St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes at the Spring Fling on Saturday.

16. Milton (GA) 7-2 Prev: No. 16
The Eagles play Georgetown Visitation (DC) and Archbishop Carroll (PA) Saturday at the Spring Fling.

17. Marriotts Ridge (MD) 3-0 Prev: No. 17
The Mustangs host Mt. Hebron on Thursday.

18. West Genesee (N.Y.) 2-0 Prev: No. 18
The Wildcats host Section 5 power Victor Tuesday in a key inter-sectional game.

19. Roland Park (MD) 6-3 Prev: No. 14
The Reds play Tuesday at Maryvale Prep

20. Skaneateles (N.Y.) 0-0 Prev: No. 19
The Lakers travel to Long Island to play at Manhasset today and at Garden City Tuesday.

Under consideration: Brighton (N.Y) 1-0; Century (MD) 4-1; Christian Brothers (NY) 1-0; Cold Spring Harbor (NY) 4-1; Eastport-South Manor (NY) 4-0; Garnet Valley (PA) 2-1; Georgetown Visitation (DC) 5-2; Glastonbury (CT) 0-0; Hauppauge (NY) 3-1; Hill Academy (Ontario, Canada) 6-2; John Carroll (MD) 3-1; Lenape (NJ) 5-0; Loyola Academy (IL) 5-0; Manchester Valley (MD) 6-0; Middle Country (NY) 4-0; Northport (N.Y.) 2-0; Notre Dame Academy (MA) 2-0; Penfield (N.Y.) 1-1; Sayville (N.Y.) 2-0; Severn School (MD) 5-4; Suffern (NY) 0-2; Summit (N.J.) 3-1; Sycamore (OH) 0-0; Victor (NY) 0-0; Wantagh (NY) 5-0; West Islip (N.Y.) 4-1; Vero Beach (FL) 15-3; Westwood (MA) 2-0.

STEPS Lacrosse offers elite training and travel teams for girls and boys, as well as summer camps, team training and elite tournaments. For more information on all STEPS programs, click here: http://www.stepslacrosse.net/nj/

The rankings are compiled by members of the TopLaxRecruits.com staff. STEPS Lacrosse is only the sponsor.

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TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 4/6/15

Once again many of the nation’s top girls’ lacrosse teams will compete Saturday at St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes in the 24th annual Spring Fling.

SSSAS Fathers’ Club sponsors the Spring Fling. Games are played on all three of the Upper School athletic fields, and the Fathers’ Club sells food and drinks to enjoy during the event. The Spring Fling draws highly competitive teams from our region and across the country, and this year one is traveling from England.

Team competing
Archbishop John Carroll High School (Pennsylvania)
Collegiate School (VA)
Cold Harbor Spring (New York) – Under consideration in STEPS Lacrosse North America Rankings
England U-19
Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School (DC)- Under consideration in STEPS Lacrosse North America Rankings
Loyola Academy (Illinois) – Under consideration in STEPS Lacrosse North America Rankings
Milton High School (Georgia) – No. 16 in STEPS Lacrosse North America Rankings
Our Lady of Good Counsel High School (MD) – No. 15 in STEPS Lacrosse North America Rankings
St. Anne’s-Belfield School (VA)
St. Anthony’s High School (New York) -No. 5 in STEPS Lacrosse North America Rankings
St. Ignatius (California)
St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes School -No. 6 in STEPS Lacrosse North America Rankings
The Academy of the Holy Cross (MD)

Schedule

Field 1 Grass
Loyola vs St. Anne’s Belfield, 9:30
St. Ignatius vs St. Anne’s Belfield, 11:30
Collegiate vs Loyola, 1:30
Good Counsel vs SSSAS, 3:00

Field 2 Upper Turf
Georgetown Visitation vs Milton, 9:30
Cold Spring Harbor vs SSSAS, 11:30
England U-19 vs Holy Cross, 1:30
Holy Cross vs St. Ignatius, 3:00

Field 3 Lower Turf
Collegiate vs England U-19, 9:30
Good Counsel vs St. Anthony’s, 11:30
Archbishop Carroll vs Georgetown Visitation, 1:30
Archbishop Carroll vs Milton, 3:00

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By Derek Toney
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 4/11/15

OWINGS MILLS, Md. – Yet another challenger went down today to the McDonogh School Eagles.

McDonogh’s Savannah Buchanan (left), Elizabeth George

In a matchup of the No. 1 and No. 4 teams in the STEPS Lacrosse Girls’ Rankings, the No. 1 Eagles routed visiting Bishop Ireton (VA), 14-4.

Senior midfielder Elizabeth George scored four goals for McDonogh (11-0 overall), and Savannah Buchanan and Andi Aldave each recorded hat tricks. Junior attack and Naval Academy commit Kelly Larkin scored twice for Bishop Ireton (8-1).

The defending national champ Eagles went on an 8-1 first half run to grab command, extending their national-record winning streak to 123 games. McDonogh’s latest triumph comes on the six-year anniversary of its last loss – a 12-10 decision at home to New York’s Canandaigua Academy.

The Eagles marked it with their best performance of the season. They did it without their top player in Duke recruit Olivia Jenner, who suffered a high ankle sprain in McDonogh’s victory over St. Paul’s School for Girls (MD).

“We rose to the occasion. Losing Liv gave other kids a chance to step up,” said McDonogh coach Chris Robinson. “For whatever reason, we were mentally here today. It’s been such a long grind, everybody’s been taking their best shot at us.”

Added George:”We came in knowing we had to get off to a quick start. We’ve had a lot of competitive games.”

The Eagles began turning the game into a rout over the final 12 minutes of the opening half as George, who will attend Princeton, scored off a free position. Aldave, freshman Julia Hoffman, junior Brindi Griffin and Catie May followed with scores, sending McDonogh into halftime with a 9-2 lead.

With an extra-man advantage to start the second half, the Eagles tacked on a free position strike from Kelsey Cummings and a George finish off a quick flip scoop pass from May, expanding the lead to 11-2 with 23:25 remaining. The final eight minutes was running time after an unassisted tally from Buchanan.

May, a sophomore attack committed to Maryland, finished with a goal and a pair of assists for McDonogh. Brittany Dolan and North Carolina recruit Charlotte Sofield, who the Eagles focused on defensively, each tallied for Ireton.

“Early in the game we weren’t winning draws and they got up on us,” said Bishop Ireton coach Rick Sofield. “We had some good looks.

“The plays we ran were working, we just weren’t finishing. If we finish in those situations we get a little momentum and maybe it’s a different game.”

McDonogh School (Md.) 14, Bishop Ireton (Va.) 4

McDonogh School 9 5 – 14
Bishop Ireton 2 2 – 4

Goals: Bishop Ireton – Kelly Larkin 2, Brittany Dolan, Charlotte Sofield; McDonogh – Elizabeth George 4, Andi Aldave 3, Savannah Buchanan 2, Kelsey Cummings, Brindi Griffin, Julia Hoffman, Maddie Jenner, Catie May

Assists: Bishop Ireton – Kayla Duprrouzel; McDonogh – May 2, George

Saves: Bishop Ireton – Amelia Cole 6; McDonogh – Gabby Cadoux 6

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TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 4/12/15

Below are the scores from Saturday’s St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes 24th annual Spring Fling.

St. Anne’s Belfield (VA) 9, Loyola Academy (IL) 8
St. Ignatius Prep (CA) 9, St. Anne’s Belfield (VA) 8
Loyola Academy (IL) 18, Collegiate School (VA) 8
Good Counsel (MD) 15, Georgetown Visitation (DC) 13
St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes (VA) 13, Milton (GA) 12, OT
Milton (GA) 14, Georgetown Visitation (DC) 12, OT
St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes (VA) 13, Cold Spring Harbor (NY) 8
England U-19 11, Holy Cross (MD) 8
Holy Cross (MD) 9, St. Ignatius Prep (CA) 8, OT
England U-19 11, Collegiate (VA) 9
Good Counsel (MD) 11, St. Anthony’s (NY) 10

Teams competing
Collegiate School (VA)
Cold Harbor Spring (New York) – Under consideration in STEPS Lacrosse North America Rankings
England U-19
Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School (DC)- Under consideration in STEPS Lacrosse North America Rankings
Loyola Academy (Illinois) – Under consideration in STEPS Lacrosse North America Rankings
Milton High School (Georgia) – No. 16 in STEPS Lacrosse North America Rankings
Our Lady of Good Counsel High School (MD) – No. 15 in STEPS Lacrosse North America Rankings
St. Anne’s-Belfield School (VA)
St. Anthony’s High School (New York) -No. 5 in STEPS Lacrosse North America Rankings
St. Ignatius (California)
St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes School -No. 6 in STEPS Lacrosse North America Rankings
The Academy of the Holy Cross (MD)

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