News Summary

The landscape of high school girls’ lacrosse is shifting with the introduction of four new teams into the USA Lacrosse High School Girls’ National Top 25. Westhampton and Smithtown West from New York, Milton from Georgia, and St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes from Virginia are making headlines with their impressive records and performances. As the competition heats up, existing top teams face challenges, while new contenders are shaping the future of the sport. This week’s rankings reflect the evolving talent and excitement within high school girls’ lacrosse.

Excitement Brewing in High School Girls’ Lacrosse as New Teams Join National Spotlight!

Here in the vibrant world of high school girls’ lacrosse, last week was nothing short of volatile and unpredictable. Just when fans thought they had the rankings figured out, groups revved up the action, shifting positions and bringing thrilling surprises into the mix.

Fresh Faces Make Their Mark in the Top 25

To add a sprinkle of excitement to the ongoing season, we’ve welcomed four newcomers into the USA Lacrosse High School Girls’ National Top 25 rankings: Westhampton from New York, Smithtown West also from New York, Milton from Georgia, and St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes from Virginia. Each of these promising teams jumped into the rankings amid impressive performances, and fans couldn’t be happier!

Westhampton and Smithtown West Shine Bright

Westhampton and Smithtown West both strutted in with sparkling 4-0 records. Westhampton made headlines by narrowly defeating the former No. 3 ranked New Canaan in a heart-stopping overtime clash. Meanwhile, Smithtown West took down the previous No. 8, Sayville, soaring above competition and capturing attention.

IAAM Conference Faces Setbacks

The action hasn’t fallen short of surprises as well! The IAAM conference saw three of its top teams facing unexpected upsets. St. Paul’s, Archbishop Spalding, and Maryvale all suffered losses, shaking the standings and leaving fans in awe. Archbishop Spalding faced not only one defeat but two, compounded by an injury to one of their key players. It seems like things are heating up in that conference!

Milton and St. Stephen’s Keep Their Heads Held High

On the other hand, Milton from Georgia boasts a single loss to Good Counsel but remains a firm contender in the national landscape. They bounced back with a solid victory over Potomac, while also previously defeating Maryvale from Maryland. Diversifying their gameplay, Milton only fell once to Cambridge, a testament to their tenacity.

St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes is also in fine form after bouncing back from a loss on the West Coast, sealing a win against Potomac. Having lost just once in nine games, the Saints are positioned to face some tough competition in the Mid-Atlantic region. Fans are definitely on the edge of their seats for their next encounters!

Top Teams Continue to Make Waves

In the midst of the excitement, Sacred Heart Greenwich showcased a spectacular performance against an out-of-region team, stepping up to the No. 6 spot in the rankings and improving their record to 6-0. Their unbeaten streak is certainly something to celebrate! Also impressive this week is Stone Ridge, holding steady at No. 9 after achieving their 10th victory of the season.

The Rankings in Spotlight

Let’s dive into how the USA Lacrosse High School Girls’ National Top 25 looks this week:

  1. St. Anthony’s (N.Y.), 4-0 (previously ranked 1)
  2. Episcopal (Pa.), 9-0 (2)
  3. McDonogh (Md.), 7-1 (5)
  4. Darien (Conn.), 1-0 (7)
  5. Sacred Heart Greenwich (Conn.), 6-0 (9)
  6. St. Paul’s (Md.), 6-2 (6)
  7. Victor (N.Y.), 1-0 (10)
  8. Bayport-Blue Point (N.Y.), 3-0 (11)
  9. Stone Ridge (Md.), 10-3 (12)
  10. Archbishop Spalding (Md.), 4-2 (4)
  11. Westhampton (N.Y.), 4-0 (NR)
  12. New Canaan (Conn.), 0-1 (3)
  13. American Heritage-Delray (Fla.), 12-2 (14)
  14. Agnes Irwin (Pa.), 6-1 (16)
  15. Maryvale (Md.), 6-2 (18)
  16. Smithtown West (N.Y.), 4-0 (NR)
  17. Good Counsel (Md.), 7-3 (23)
  18. Garden City (N.Y.), 2-1 (13)
  19. Manchester Valley (Md.), 4-0 (20)
  20. Sayville (N.Y.), 2-1 (8)
  21. Cambridge (Ga.), 11-2 (24)
  22. Milton (Ga.), 12-2 (NR)
  23. St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes (Va.), 8-1 (NR)
  24. IMG Academy (Fla.), 9-3 (17)
  25. Potomac (Va.), 5-3 (19)

With rankings fluctuating so much, it’s clear that the season is heating up, and the players are ready to lace up their cleats and head into battle! Keep your eyes peeled as these talented teams continue to clash in the weeks ahead!

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