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As the 2025 lacrosse season approaches, teams in Beaver Valley are gearing up with high hopes. Boys and girls teams are focusing on improving their skills and performances. The Moon Area boys aim for a better record, Quaker Valley holds a young and promising roster, while Sewickley Academy strives for a comeback. In girls lacrosse, Moon Area looks forward to new leadership, and other teams like Ambridge and Blackhawk seek to improve from last season. Fans can expect thrilling matchups and fierce competition in the upcoming season.

Beaver Valley High School Lacrosse Teams Gear Up for 2025 Season

The excitement is palpable in Beaver Valley as the high school lacrosse season quickly approaches! Teams from the region are busy sharpening their skills and strategies, all while getting ready to make a splash in the 2025 season. Let’s dive into how each of the boys and girls programs are gearing up, their past performances, and what fans can expect this year!

Moon Area Boys Lacrosse: Aiming High

With a 2024 record of 7-10 and a competitive finish of 5-5 in Class 2A Section II, the Moon Area boys lacrosse team is keen to up their game this season. While it’s always a bit of a blow to lose a leading scorer, the team has retained a strong core of offensive talent. Returning player Cole Seymour is ready to light up the field again, having netted a whopping 31 goals last year. The squad also benefits from the skills of senior attackers Alec Batchelor and Ben Witenski, who scored 29 and 26 goals respectively. Plus, junior Brody Eckert added another 23 goals to last season’s tally. The team is determined to return to the postseason after a decent qualification last year!

Quaker Valley Boys Lacrosse: Youthful Contenders

Looking towards the future, Quaker Valley boys lacrosse, with a 2024 record of 7-7, brings a young yet experienced roster to the game. Despite a sixth-place finish in Section II and an early exit in the WPIAL Class 2A playoffs, the team has the pieces in place to make significant improvements this coming season.

Sewickley Academy Boys Lacrosse: Rebuilding for Success

After finishing with a 2024 record of just 2-9, Sewickley Academy’s boys lacrosse team has its sights set on bouncing back. With only two seniors graduating, this young team has potential for growth and is eager to leave behind their second-to-last finish in Section II Class 2A.

Moon Area Girls Lacrosse: New Beginnings

The girls at Moon Area are stepping into a new chapter under the fresh leadership of coach Mackenzie Bell. With a commendable 2024 record of 12-6, the team is on the move up to Class 3A. Key returning players include foundational juniors Reese Keslar, Marleigh Therrien, and senior Avery Machusko, who are ready to face the challenges head-on!

Ambridge Girls Lacrosse: Determined to Overcome

Facing a tough season with a 2024 record of 0-15, the Ambridge girls lacrosse team knows it has its work cut out for them. Senior Mara Ilko returns to take the reins as the leading scorer, having netted 16 goals last season. With substantial competition from teams, including the defending champions Mars, it’s time for Ambridge to rise to the occasion!

Blackhawk Girls Lacrosse: A New Era

Last season, the Blackhawk girls lacrosse team boasted an impressive 2024 record of 15-3 and is now undergoing a transformation with Mark Kinger stepping in as the new coach. Though they lost star player Mia Piocquidio, who scored a remarkable 100 goals last year, they do have rising talents such as Mia Sheesley and Andrea Kinger ready to shine in the spotlight.

Sewickley Academy Girls Lacrosse: Aiming for Improvement

With a 2024 record of 7-6, the Sewickley Academy girls lacrosse squad is in rebuild mode after losing star player Libby Eannarino. The team does have several returning athletes like senior Lauren Retzlaff, sophomore Emma Eannarino, and midfielder Grace Jardini, while hopes are high for sophomore goalkeeper Sophia DiCicco to make a strong impact this season.

Duquesne University Lacrosse: Fresh Faces Join the Team

As if high school lacrosse isn’t exciting enough, Duquesne University has announced an energetic new recruiting class for the 2025 season. This year’s additions include ten newcomers — nine bright-eyed freshmen and one seasoned transfer. With young talents spread across several positions, including four midfielders, three defenders, two attackers, and a goalkeeper, the squad is laying down the groundwork for an exciting future. Players are coming in from all over, including Pennsylvania, Virginia, Ohio, Florida, New Jersey, and Maryland, with multiple all-state selections among them. Coach Tracy Coyne has his eyes set on the A-10 Championship, and it’s shaping up to be an incredible season ahead!

So, as the high school lacrosse teams in Beaver Valley prepare for the 2025 season, fans can look forward to thrilling matches, fierce rivalries, and the promising potential from their favorite players. Let the games begin!

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