The year is coming to a close, and lacrosse fans are already looking ahead to the 2024 spring. Whether in high school or prep school, some of the best lacrosse in the country is annually played in Connecticut. Before closing the book on 2023, we take a look back at some of the players, teams and … [Read more...]
Fall ball: Can people actually be underestimating loaded Yale?
The 2023 season was something of an up-and-down one for Yale. After a 3-1 start, it lost three straight Ivy League games. It followed that up with a run of six straight wins to get into the Ivy League tournament and. ultimately, the NCAAs. In the NCAAs, the Bulldogs fell in a shootout against … [Read more...]
Why there’s no place like home for Cheshire (Conn.) star Matt Jeffery
On June 11, the clock hit zeros in the Connecticut Class M championship game at Sacred Heart University. It was a rout. Cheshire High School defeated Daniel Hand, 18-3, the culmination of a season of dominance for the Rams, particularly for their star junior midfielder, Matt Jeffery. Jeffery scored … [Read more...]
Fall ball: Fairfield embracing a new look and a new offense
There are some big changes for Fairfield this year, starting with the sideline. Joining the program are two new assistant coaches. Connor McMahon joins the staff as an assistant coach following the end of his playing career a season ago. Adrian Torok-Orban comes to Fairfield from Robert Morris, and … [Read more...]
Recruiting: Family, versatility guided Luke Shannehan to BU
Fairfield Prep (Conn.) is one of the strongest high school lacrosse programs in New England, even in the nation. The Jesuits will enter this spring having graduated a massive senior class. All told, 17 seniors graduated from the 2023 team, including talent that is already on the field at the … [Read more...]
Fall ball: How momentum and consistency are fueling Sacred Heart
Sacred Heart finished 2023 by winning four of five games in MAAC play, and it will look to carry that momentum into 2024 following a strong fall season. With a bevy of returning top scorers on offense, and strong experience and leadership on defense, the expectations will be high. And, this year, … [Read more...]