The college recruiting window is in full swing.
Boys lacrosse players in the class of 2028 became eligible to commit to Division 1 schools on Sept. 9, and we've already seen some of New England's top prospects make their decisions.
There are an abundance of factors that go into these commitments. On-field talent is obviously paramount in where players land. Academics have always been important, and will perhaps be more pivotal in an evolving landscape that could shrink recruiting classes. Other components like character, expected playing time and overall fit play a role, too.
But before any prospect even begins thinking about playing in college, there is always one choice at the forefront of their future: Where should they play high school lacrosse?
Because this is where the skills necessary to compete at the next level are molded. There are a plethora of options, from public high schools to prep and various private schools.
So while the top '28s continue to make their college plans, I explored this question: Where did players on New England-based Division 1 college programs go to high school?
I analyzed the 2026 rosters of all 15 schools from the region. This is the most recent concrete sample size of what the landscape looked like, as not all 2027 rosters are finalized.
There is a lot of data. And a lot to be learned. Let's dive in.
