Preseason Previews Return in 2026

After a sucessful run in 2025, BlaxFive.NET is, once again, creating preview articles for each of the teams in Section V. Utilizing extensive databases of statistics and records, along with our proprietary information query program "HAL" and display software "the Oracle," we are employing external AI programs to format the information for presentation. Head coaches have been given the opportunity to review the drafts and add quotes and comments. Coach Wilson has provided images for these stories.

The articles will be released several times each week leading up to the start of the games in mid-March. They will remain on the front page for approximately one week before being moved to the “News Page” and subsequently archived. Additionally, they will be accessible through a list of “published stories” and from the team pages.

We anticipate an exciting year for Section V lacrosse, beginning with these preview articles and culminating in the New York State Lacrosse Championships, which Section V will be hosting at Hobart on June 14th.

You can see the list of published stories here.

2026 Preview: Victor

Victor Sets Sights on Another Strong Run

Roster Outlook

Victor enters the 2026 season following a 14-5 campaign and returns a substantial portion of its production despite graduating one of the largest senior classes in Section V.

The Blue Devils lost 15 seniors, including key contributors at every position such as Dennis Cole, Dante Pezzimenti, JT Ricci, Kyle Saeger, Brody Secker, and both goalies Carter Fries and Landon Tantillo. Several of these graduates earned major postseason honors, leaving meaningful roles to fill across the field.

Even with those departures, Victor retains 61% of its goals and 63% of its assists from last season. The roster includes ten rising seniors, five juniors, and six sophomores, giving the team a balanced mix of experience and youth heading into 2026.

Returning Standouts

Victor brings back one of the deepest returning award-winning groups in Class B.

Will Johnson, a senior attackman, returns after a 36-goal, 12-assist season AND earning All-League Second Team Attack (MC-d2) recognition. Jackson Mead, a junior attackman produced 32 goals and 16 assists and earned All-League Second Team Attack (MC-d2). Matthew Herendeen, a junior attackman, added 17 goals and 25 assists and earned All-League Honorable Mention Attack (MC-d2). Eli Ricci, a sophomore midfielder/faceoff specialist, posted 13 goals, 5 assists, and an impressive 241+/75- at the X, earning 1st All-Section Team, Section 5 Class B All-Tournament Team, and All-League First Team FO Midfield (MC-d2) honors.

Oliver Kowal, a senior defensive midfielder, earned HM All-Section Team and All-League First Team SSDM Midfield (MC-d2). Matt Langan, a senior LSM earned All-League Second Team LSM Midfield (MC-d2). Mason Hawryschuk, a junior defenseman, earned All-League Honorable Mention Defense (MC-d2).

Weston Oyer, a senior defensive midfielder, earned All-League Honorable Mention Midfield (MC-d2). Will Simpson, a junior goalie returns after a 55.7% save rate and All-League Honorable Mention Goalie (MC-d2) recognition. Colin Wheeler, a senior midfielder, added 26 goals and 16 assists and earned All-League Honorable Mention Midfield (MC-d2).

Coaching Information

Victor continues under Head Coach Dan Stone, who enters his sixth season leading the program. Stone holds an impressive 81-15 record at Victor, matching his overall scholastic mark. His leadership has guided the Blue Devils through deep postseason runs, and he returns to a roster with both proven talent and emerging contributors. Coach Stone sees the need for older players to help develop younger ones. "Leadership became a priority and many players stepped up taking roles to guide our work through the off-season. Experienced players and alums have helped accelerate the learning curve for our younger players, who have worked hard to develop their skill and athleticism. Every play, every day is an opportunity to learn and get better."

Statistical Overview

Victor scored 222 goals last season, averaging 11.7 per game, while allowing 152 goals at an average of 8.0. Twelve games were decided by five goals or fewer, including two one-goal wins and two one-goal losses. With more than half of its scoring returning and a strong defensive core back, Victor enters 2026 with a solid statistical foundation.

Games This Year

The 2026 schedule includes several MC2 league matchups. League games are set against Schroeder (04/10), Irondequoit (04/23), Brighton (04/25), and Thomas (05/05). Other contests include non-league meetings with Penfield, West Genesee, St. Thomas Aquinas, St. Andrews (FL), Canandaigua, JD, Spencerport, Niskayuna, Baldwinsville, Fairport, and Hilton.

Looking Ahead 

With a deep group of returning scorers, elite faceoff play, experienced defenders, and a veteran coach entering his sixth season, Victor approaches 2026 with confidence. The combination of returning production, defensive strength, and proven leadership positions the Blue Devils to remain a top contender in Class B.

Preseason stories are based on information from SportsFive.NET databases and coaches.

Stories are planned for each of the teams in Section V and will be released, a few at a time, between now and the start of the playing season. The stories will remain on the front page for about one week and then will be available in the NEWS archive. There will be links for all the published stories HERE and a link will also be available on each TEAM PAGE.

2026 Preview: Geneva

Geneva Looks to Sustain Momentum

Preseason Outlook

Geneva enters the 2026 season following a strong 13–5 campaign that showed both balance and consistency. With seven rising seniors, eight juniors, and two sophomores expected to contribute, the Panthers return a substantial core despite graduating five seniors from last year’s roster. Their 2025 performance included ten wins by at least five goals and six additional games that fell within five goals, demonstrating their ability to compete in a variety of situations. With 65 percent of goal scoring and 62 percent of assists returning, the team carries meaningful offensive experience into the new season.

Returning Players

Several standout players return after earning postseason recognition in the Finger Lakes East. Attackman Ryland Dunham, a Roberts Wesleyan commit, leads all returning scorers after posting 69 goals and 23 assists. His productivity is complemented by fellow attackman Jack Dunham, who delivered 34 goals and 30 assists, and by midfielder Ben Budgar, who added 13 goals and 20 assists while earning second-team All-League honors.

Midfield support continues with junior midfielder Max Delgado, an All-League third-team selection who contributed 14 goals and six assists. The defense returns strong award-winning talent, including senior defender Colby Lahr, senior LSM/defender Nick Trickler (Oswego commit), and senior defender Gianni Velazquez (Cortland commit). Trickler and Velazquez both earned first-team All-League honors last season, providing crucial experience for a defense that must replace All-League goalie Brent Williams.

Also returning with college commitments already announced are Owen Devaney (Keuka), Colin McGhan (Alfred), and the previously mentioned Trickler, Dunham, and Velazquez. Their future plans reflect both experience and leadership heading into the year.

Coaching Information

Head Coach Jeff Dunham enters his eighth season guiding the program. With a 57–35 record at Geneva, Dunham’s leadership continues to provide stability as the team retools after graduating decorated contributors such as Max Heieck, Dominick Vedora, and Brent Williams. He says, "We are bringing back a solid core at both ends of the field and look forward to the challenge of the season. While we graduated some key pieces, we are confident that our returning players and newcomers are up to the challenge."

Games This Year

The 2026 slate includes several Finger Lakes East matchups that will shape the conference picture. Geneva faces Newark on April 23 and Livonia-Avon-Geneseo on April 30, both league contests. Non-league opponents include Greece Storm, Aquinas, Waterloo, and Bloomfield-Honeoye. Last season, Geneva played competitive league games, including a one-goal win over Livonia-Avon-Geneseo and a close loss to Pal-Mac, while their non-league schedule offered a broad mix of challenges. The upcoming schedule again provides a blend of familiar league competition and varied non-league opponents.

Statistical Overview

Geneva scored 239 goals in 2025, averaging 13.3 per game while allowing 121 goals for an average of 6.7. The Panthers’ offense was productive and efficient, and the defensive unit held opponents to single digits in many contests. With a large portion of scoring production returning, the team enters 2026 with a statistical profile that supports both continuity and potential improvement.

Preseason stories are based on information from SportsFive.NET databases and coaches.

Stories are planned for each of the teams in Section V and will be released, a few at a time, between now and the start of the playing season. The stories will remain on the front page for about one week and then will be available in the NEWS archive. There will be links for all the published stories HERE and a link will also be available on each TEAM PAGE.

2026 Preview: McQuaid Jesuit

McQuaid Reloads With Experience

Preseason Outlook

McQuaid Jesuit enters the 2026 season after an 11–7 campaign in 2025 that featured steady scoring, strong performances in close games, and another deep postseason run. The Knights played in eleven games decided within five goals and showed the ability to compete consistently at the Class A level.

With eighteen seniors graduated, McQuaid now turns to a roster anchored by eleven rising seniors, thirteen juniors, and eight sophomores. The team returns 54 percent of its goals and 42 percent of its assists, providing a balanced mix of experience and opportunity as new contributors step into expanded roles.

Returning Players

Several high‑impact players return after earning postseason recognition last year. Leading the offense is 2027 attackman John Burrows, who produced 39 goals and 25 assists and earned a spot on the Section 5 Class A All‑Tournament Team. His production and experience will be central as McQuaid reshapes its attack following significant graduation losses.

In the midfield, Domenic Giangreco, a 2026 Georgetown commit, returns after a standout season that included 23 goals, 9 assists, and 249 faceoff wins. Giangreco earned second‑team All‑Section honors and was also named to the Section 5 Class A All‑Tournament Team, giving McQuaid a proven presence at the faceoff X and in transition.

These returning leaders will be tasked with guiding a younger supporting cast after the graduation of key seniors such as AJ Quagrello and goalie Jack Rawleigh, both of whom earned All‑Tournament recognition in 2025.

Coaching Information

Head Coach Alex Gray enters his third season at McQuaid Jesuit with an impressive 31–9 record. Under his leadership, the Knights have maintained a consistent standard of competitiveness and postseason success, even while navigating roster turnover. With a large group of upper‑class players returning, Gray continues to oversee a program built on depth and adaptability.

Games This Year

McQuaid Jesuit again plays an independent schedule in 2026, with no league‑designated games listed. The schedule includes early non‑league contests against Canisius on March 28 and Brighton on April 2, followed by matchups with St. Francis, Marcellus, Irondequoit, and Thomas in mid‑April. The Knights also face high‑level opponents such as Fayetteville‑Manlius, St. Joseph’s, CBA, Corning, Niskayuna, Orchard Park, Rush‑Henrietta, Hilton, and Pittsford.

Games also includes the April 9 meeting with Aquinas. The schedule mirrors the challenging slate McQuaid faced in 2025, which included multiple close games against Class A contenders.

Statistical Overview

McQuaid Jesuit scored 215 goals in 2025, averaging 11.9 goals per game, while allowing 163 goals for a 9.1 goals‑against average. The Knights recorded five wins by more than five goals and played eleven games decided within five goals, including four one‑goal contests. With 117 returning goals and 55 returning assists, McQuaid enters 2026 with meaningful offensive continuity despite the graduation of a large senior class.

Preseason stories are based on information from SportsFive.NET databases and coaches.

Stories are planned for each of the teams in Section V and will be released, a few at a time, between now and the start of the playing season. The stories will remain on the front page for about one week and then will be available in the NEWS archive. There will be links for all the published stories HERE and a link will also be available on each TEAM PAGE.

2026 Preview: Canandaigua

Canandaigua Aims to Reload 

Preseason Outlook

Canandaigua begins the 2026 season following a highly successful 19–3 campaign in 2025, one defined by strong scoring balance, tight defensive play, and deep postseason success culminating in a state finals appearance.

With thirteen seniors graduated, the Grey Wolves turn to a roster led by ten rising seniors and nine juniors. Despite the graduation of several All-Section standouts, the team brings back 29 percent of its goals and 11 percent of its assists, and the foundation of a traditionally strong defensive identity remains intact.

Returning Players

The Grey Wolves retain several important contributors who earned postseason recognition last year. Leading the defensive unit is Jack Dedrick, who returns after earning first-team All-League honors. He is joined by defenders Marshall Bolster and Max Eckdahl, both named second-team All-League selections, giving Canandaigua an experienced defensive core.

On the offensive side, 2026 attackman Patrick Olvany returns after a highly productive 49-goal season and second-team All-League recognition. Midfielder Cayden Gullace adds further experience after earning honorable-mention honors.

In goal, 2026 goalkeeper Quentin Shedrick brings back postseason experience following a season in which he posted a 47.0 percent save rate and earned Section 5 Class B All-Tournament Team honors. Defender Chase Williamee also returns as an honorable-mention selection.

Although the team loses heavy senior scoring, including major contributors such as Mike Belles, Ryan Bremer, and Drew Williamee, the returning group provides a competitive defensive backbone and experienced finishers capable of guiding the offense.

Coaching Information

Head Coach Deven York enters his tenth season leading the program, carrying an outstanding 112–41 record. A Canandaigua alum himself, York continues to oversee one of the most consistent and disciplined programs in Section V. "It’s always a blessing when you can watch a team grow on the field because of what they do off the field. This team is coming together well. Excited for the challenge of section V lacrosse, It’s a gauntlet."

Games This Year

The 2026 schedule includes several key Monroe County Division III matchups. Canandaigua hosts HFL on April 10 and Gates Chili on April 21 and travels to Brockport on April 29 and Churchville-Chili on May 5. A home meeting against Spencerport on May 13 also falls within the league slate. These games will play an important role in determining the team’s conference position.

The team also faces a demanding non-league schedule, which includes contests against Irondequoit, Jamesville-DeWitt, Pittsford, Victor, Fairport, Hilton, Baldwinsville, Penn Yan, Penfield, Orchard Park, and Corning. This slate mirrors the competitive variety of last season’s schedule, which featured wins over Corning, JD, Orchard Park, and Penn Yan as well as tightly contested losses to Baldwinsville and Pittsford.

Statistical Overview

Canandaigua scored 300 goals in 2025, averaging 13.6 goals per game while allowing 177 goals for an 8.0 goals-against average. Eleven victories came by more than five goals, with ten contests decided within five goals, including three one-goal wins and two one-goal losses. With 86 returning goals and 16 returning assists, the Grey Wolves enter 2026 with a smaller percentage of offensive production returning, but a sturdy defensive core and experienced leadership remain strengths.

Preseason stories are based on information from SportsFive.NET databases and coaches.

Stories are planned for each of the teams in Section V and will be released, a few at a time, between now and the start of the playing season. The stories will remain on the front page for about one week and then will be available in the NEWS archive. There will be links for all the published stories HERE and a link will also be available on each TEAM PAGE.

2026 Preview: Thomas

Thomas Ready for Competitive Season

Roster Outlook

Thomas enters the 2026 season following a 7-10 campaign and returns just over half of its offensive production. The Titans graduated 14 seniors, a large and experienced group that included attackmen TJ Balch, Cam Chase, and Brandon Trottier; midfielders such as Milo Duran, Brett Mersdorf, Alex Mulcahy, Mason Mylott, Jake Polizzi, and Ben Pangallo; defenders Andrew Chambers, Gavin Lawyer, Colin Wilcox, and Pete Stupplebeen; and goalie Brenden Kuhlenbeck. Several of these graduates earned all-league recognition, leaving significant roles to fill across the field.

Despite the departures, Thomas retains 54% of its goals and 55% of its assists from last season. The roster includes 11 rising seniors, four juniors, and five sophomores, giving the team a strong senior presence supported by younger contributors.

Returning Standouts

Thomas brings back several award-winning players who will anchor the 2026 lineup.

Carter Chase, a 2027 defender committed to Towson, returns after earning All-League First Team Defense (MC-d2) with a 3-goal, 9-assist season. Lucas Estelle, a 2028 attack/midfielder, produced 28 goals and 12 assists and earned All-League Honorable Mention A/M (MC-d2). Jonah Jobson, a 2028 attackman, added 22 goals and 8 assists and earned All-League Honorable Mention Attackmen (MC-d2), a designation reflecting his role as a field player despite the positional label. Jonah is an offensive player who will probably play attack this season. Joshua Jobson, a 2026 goalie committed to SUNY Albany, returns after posting 129 saves with a 49.4% save rate and earning All-League Second Team Goalie (MC-d2). Landon Provenzano, a 2026 defender committed to St. Bonaventure, earned All-League Honorable Mention Defense (MC-d2) and strengthens the back line.

Coaching Information

Thomas continues under Head Coach Rob Ruller, who enters his 24th season leading the program. Ruller holds a 260-142 record at Thomas, matching his overall scholastic mark, and brings extensive experience as a former Fairport player. His long-term leadership provides stability for a roster that blends returning talent with new opportunities. New Assistant Coach, a long-time volunteer in the program, Dennis Costanza, takes over the Defensive Coordinator position as former Coach Jasson Jobson decided to move to JV lacrosse as the Head Coach. Also taking over for the roles of volunteer assistants will be former Thomas Lacrosse Alum Cj Battaglia and former Geneva Alum Anthony Marcuccilli. "We are excited to get on this journey together," says Coach Ruller.

Statistical Overview

Thomas scored 188 goals last season, averaging 11.1 per game, while allowing 152 goals at an average of 8.9. Ten games were decided by five goals or fewer, including one one-goal win and one one-goal loss. With more than half of its scoring returning and several all-league players back, the Titans enter 2026 with a solid statistical base.

Games This Year

The 2026 schedule includes several MC2 league matchups. League games are set against Pittsford (03/24), Brighton (04/10), Schroeder (04/21), and Victor (05/05). Other contests include non-league meetings with Hilton, Aquinas, Baldwinsville, Penn Yan, Rush-Henrietta, Orchard Park, McQuaid Jesuit, Hamburg, Penfield, and Spencerport, and Fairport

Looking Ahead

With experienced defenders, returning scoring options, and a veteran coach entering his 24th season, Thomas approaches 2026 with a balanced mix of leadership and opportunity. The combination of returning production and established coaching provides a strong foundation as the Titans look to compete within Class B. Coach Ruller says, "We are looking to getting back to competing on a daily basis, and making this community proud of the product on the field."

Preseason stories are based on information from SportsFive.NET databases and coaches.

Stories are planned for each of the teams in Section V and will be released, a few at a time, between now and the start of the playing season. The stories will remain on the front page for about one week and then will be available in the NEWS archive. There will be links for all the published stories HERE and a link will also be available on each TEAM PAGE.

2026 Preview: Gates Chili

Gates Chili Focused on Growth

Roster Outlook

Gates Chili enters the 2026 season following a 5-10 campaign and returns a majority of its offensive production. The Spartans graduated three seniors, including midfielder/faceoff specialist Michael Alley, defender Shawn Henderson, and midfielder Bennett Miley. Alley was the lone all-league honoree among the graduates, leaving a gap in midfield and faceoff experience.

Despite those departures, Gates Chili retains 67% of its goals and 71% of its assists from last season. The roster includes eight rising seniors, five juniors, and twelvesophomores, giving the team a youthful but promising balance of experience and developing talent.

Returning Standouts

Several returning players earned postseason recognition last year and will anchor the 2026 lineup.

Demar Williams, a 2027 goalie, posted 170 saves with a 45.8% save rate and earned All-League Honorable Mention Goalie (MC-d3), giving the Spartans stability in net. Gianni Salandy, a 2026 goalie/midfielder, contributed 4 goals and 2 assists while also recording 18 saves with a 60.0% save rate, earning All-League Honorable Mention LSM Midfield (MC-d3).

Attackman Phommachanh Callaway returns for his senior year after scoring 10 goals and 8 assists. Joshua Yakowitz scored 25 goals and added 2 assists last year as a sophomore.

Jayden Maryjanowski, a 2026 attackman committed to Lake Erie, scored 29 goals and added 21 assists last year earning All-League Second Team LSM Midfield (MC-d3) is injured, but Coach Pittman says, "he is still a leader on the team but will not be playing in any games this season."

Coaching Information

Gates Chili continues under Head Coaches Bill Lewis and Glenn Pittman, who enter their second season leading the program. They hold a 5-10 record at Gates Chili, matching their overall scholastic mark. Coach Pittman says," Coach Lewis and I look to build off the on/off field successes from last year. Our boys competed with a lot of heart each and every game of the season and look to increase our compete level throughout the program." With a year of experience behind them and a roster that returns a majority of its scoring, they guide a group aiming to take the next step in Class B.

Statistical Overview

Gates Chili scored 127 goals last season, averaging 8.5 per game, while allowing 213 goals at an average of 14.2. Three games were decided by five goals or fewer, including one one-goal win. With more than two-thirds of its scoring returning and multiple award-winning players back, the Spartans enter 2026 with a statistical base that suggests potential for improvement.

Games This Year

The 2026 schedule includes several MC3 league matchups. League games are set against Brockport (03/24), Churchville-Chili (04/11), Canandaigua (04/21), Brockport (04/23), and HFL (04/29).

Other contests include non-league meetings with East United-Eastridge, Brighton, Batavia, Greece Storm, Irondequoit, Rush-Henrietta, Schroeder, and Bloomfield-Honeoye.

Looking Ahead

With returning offensive leaders, experienced goalies, and a coaching staff entering its second season, Gates Chili approaches 2026 with cautious optimism. The combination of returning production and a youthful roster provides a foundation for growth as the Spartans look to strengthen their position in Class B.

Preseason stories are based on information from SportsFive.NET databases and coaches.

Stories are planned for each of the teams in Section V and will be released, a few at a time, between now and the start of the playing season. The stories will remain on the front page for about one week and then will be available in the NEWS archive. There will be links for all the published stories HERE and a link will also be available on each TEAM PAGE.

2026 Preview: Penfield

Penfield Positioned for Another Run

Roster Outlook

Penfield enters the 2026 season following a 13_8 campaign and returns one of the largest and most productive cores in Section V. The Patriots graduated eight seniors, including defenders Braydon Albro, Noah Banister, and Casey Henderson, along with offensive contributors such as Michael Moxley, Tommy Obstarczyk, and Bryce Perry. Even with those departures, the team brings back an overwhelming share of its scoring, returning 92% of its goals and 92% of its assists from last season. With 19 rising seniors, 11 juniors, and three sophomores, Penfield fields a deep and experienced roster.

Returning Standouts

Penfield’s returning group is loaded with award_winning talent across the field.

Brodie Joyce, a 2026 attackman committed to Providence, headlines the offense after a standout 45_goal, 50_assist season. He earned 1st Team All Greater Rochester, Section 5 MVP (Class A), 2nd All_Section Team, All_Tournament Team, and All_League First Team Attack (MC_d1) honors. Griffin Banister, a 2027 attackman, adds another major scoring threat after posting 37 goals and 24 assists and earning All_League Second Team Attack (MC_d1) and All_Tournament Team recognition.

In the midfield, Jake Maurer (42g_13a, Colgate commit) returns after earning All_League Second Team Midfield (MC_d1) and All_Tournament Team honors. Manny Castro (15g_10a, Nazareth commit), Harrison Easton (15g_5a, Grove City commit), and Tyler Pavone (16g_8a) all earned All_League Honorable Mention Midfield (MC_d1).

Faceoff specialis Colin Miller, a Grove City commit, returns after going 241+/186_ and earning All_League Second Team FO Midfield (MC_d1).

Defensively, AJ Theodorakakos, a USMA commit, anchors the unit after earning US Lacrosse All_American,1st Team All Greater Rochester, 1st All_Section Team, and All_League First Team Defense (MC_d1) honors. Ronan Boyle, a USMA commit for football, 2nd Team All Greater Rochester, (All_League First Team LSM Midfield) and Alex McVean, an RIT commit, (All_League Second Team Defense), and Bear Hollingsworth (Cortland). In addition, long stick midfielder, Reid Rivero (Nazareth commit) is back from sitting out the 2025 season due to injury, add further strength.

In goal, Mason Schembri returns after a 59.3% save percentage and earning 1st Team All Greater Rochester, 2nd All_Section Team, All_Tournament Team, and All_League First Team Goalie (MC_d1).

Coaching Information

Penfield continues under Head Coach John Schembri, who enters his 18th season leading the program. Schembri holds a 185_111 record at Penfield, matching his overall scholastic mark, and is a former Penfield player himself. His long_term leadership and familiarity with the program provide stability for a roster filled with returning contributors.

Statistical Overview

Penfield scored 232 goals last season, averaging 11.0 per game, while allowing 171 goals at an average of 8.1. Twelve games were decided by five goals or fewer, including two one_goal wins. With nearly all of its offensive production returning and multiple award_winners across the field, Penfield enters 2026 with one of the strongest statistical profiles in Class A.

Games This Year

The 2026 schedule features several MC1 league matchups. League games include Fairport (03/24), East United_Eastridge (04/10), Greece Storm (04/21), Rush_Henrietta (04/29), and Hilton (05/05).

Other contests include non_league meetings with Victor, Garden City, Archbishop Stepinac, Pittsford, West Genesee, Orchard Park, Spencerport, Thomas, Canandaigua,Irondequoit, and Churchville_Chili.

Looking Ahead

With a veteran coach, a deep senior class, and a roster stacked with returning award_winners, Penfield enters 2026 with momentum and experience. The combination of high_level scoring, defensive strength, and proven leadership positions the Patriots as a strong contender in Class A.

Preseason stories are based on information from SportsFive.NET databases and coaches.

Stories are planned for each of the teams in Section V and will be released, a few at a time, between now and the start of the playing season. The stories will remain on the front page for about one week and then will be available in the NEWS archive. There will be links for all the published stories HERE and a link will also be available on each TEAM PAGE.

2026 Preview: Hilton

Hilton Targets Another Strong Season

Roster Outlook

Hilton enters the 2026 season following a 12_5 campaign and returns a significant portion of its offensive and defensive production. The Cadets graduated 11 seniors, a group that included contributors across every position. Defenders Andrew Coppeta and Ron LeBeau, midfielders such as Cameron Humbert, Braydon Pike, and Nicholas Presutti, and attackmen Jackson Gorman and Andrew Rudd all depart after impactful careers. Several of these graduates earned league honors, leaving meaningful roles to fill.

Even with those departures, Hilton retains 70% of its goals and 74% of its assists from last season. With five rising seniors, eight juniors, and four sophomores, the roster remains balanced and experienced.

Returning Standouts

A deep group of returning award_winners gives Hilton a strong foundation for 2026.

Gianluca Auriuso, a 2027 attackman, returns after producing 36 goals and 12 assists and earning All_League First Team Attack (MC_d1). Drew Brien, a 2028 midfielder/attackman, adds another major scoring threat after posting 30 goals and 23 assists and earning All_League First Team Attack (MC_d1). Jason Cunningham, a 2027 defender committed to Ohio State, recorded 5 goals and 3 assists and earned All_League First Team Defense (MC_d1).
Jackson Maier, a 2028 LSM, contributed 3 goals and 7 assists and was named All_League Second Team LSM Midfield (MC_d1).

In the midfield, Anthony Mitrano (15g_6a) and Jack Palmer (10g_4a) return after earning All_League Honorable Mention Midfield (MC_d1).
Kyle Taddeo, a 2027 attack/midfielder, adds another scoring option after a 14_goal, 7_assist season and All_League Honorable Mention Attack (MC_d1) recognition.

Coaching Information

Hilton continues under Head Coach Tim Byrnes, who enters his fifth season leading the program. Byrnes holds a 36_27 record at Hilton, matching his overall scholastic mark. His leadership guided the Cadets through a strong 2025 season, and he returns with a roster that retains substantial experience and production.

Statistical Overview

Hilton scored 191 goals last season, averaging 11.2 per game, while allowing 121 goals at an average of 7.1. Ten games were decided by five goals or fewer, including two one_goal wins and two one_goal losses. With a high percentage of scoring returning and several award_winning players back, the Cadets enter 2026 with a strong statistical base.

Games This Year

The 2026 schedule includes a full slate of MC1 league contests. League games are set againstGreece Storm (03/24), Rush_Henrietta (04/10), East United_Eastridge (04/21), Fairport (04/29), and Penfield (05/05).

Other matchups include non_league meetings with Thomas, Schroeder, Fayetteville_Manlius, Spencerport, Canandaigua, West Genesee, Irondequoit, Victor, and McQuaid Jesuit.

Looking Ahead

With a deep group of returning scorers, a strong defensive anchor, and a veteran coach entering his fifth season, Hilton approaches 2026 with confidence. The combination of experience, returning production, and proven leadership positions the Cadets to remain competitive within Class B.

Preseason stories are based on information from SportsFive.NET databases and coaches.

Stories are planned for each of the teams in Section V and will be released, a few at a time, between now and the start of the playing season. The stories will remain on the front page for about one week and then will be available in the NEWS archive. There will be links for all the published stories HERE and a link will also be available on each TEAM PAGE.

2026 Preview: Brockport

Brockport Looks for Forward Steps

Preseason Outlook

Brockport enters the 2026 season aiming to build on a 6–10 campaign from 2025, one in which the team showed moments of competitive strength while navigating a challenging schedule. With eight seniors graduated, the Blue Devils turn to a roster led by three rising seniors, seven juniors, and seven sophomores.

The team returns 65 percent of its goals and nearly half of its assists, giving the coaching staff a core of experienced contributors capable of driving improvement in Class C play.
Returning Players

Several important players return after earning Monroe County Division III recognition last year. Attackman Ryan Miller brings back 18 goals and 7 assists after earning honorable mention All-League honors, giving the offense a proven finisher.

Defender Mason Scott also returns as an honorable mention selection, providing stability on the back line. Sophomore keeper James Newton who earned first-team All-League honors has transferred out of the district so Brockport will be looking for a new goalie or two.

Although Brockport loses several seniors, including top offensive and defensive contributors, the returning group provides a foundation across all three phases. With a young roster behind its upper class leaders, the team enters the new season positioned for internal growth.

Coaching Information

Head Coach Jeffrey Jung begins his third season at Brockport. As the program continues its development, Jung leads a roster that blends emerging players with proven contributors returning from last season’s rotation.

Games This Year

Brockport’s 2026 schedule includes several league matchups within Monroe County Division III. League games include meetings with Gates Chili on March 24 and April 23, Canandaigua on April 29, and HFL on May 5. These contests will play a key role in shaping Brockport’s position within the division.

The remainder of the slate is composed of non-league opponents, including Irondequoit on April 10, East United-Eastridge on April 14 and May 1, Newark on April 18, Livonia-Avon-Geneseo on April 25, Batavia on April 27 and May 13, Greece Storm on May 7, and Marcus Whitman on May 9. The schedule mirrors the variety Brockport faced in 2025, offering opportunities for both competitive tests and continued development.

Statistical Overview

The Blue Devils scored 107 goals last season, averaging 6.7 per game, while allowing 146 goals for a 9.1 goals against average. Brockport earned four wins by more than five goals and played four games decided within five goals, with two of those decided by a single goal. With 70 returning goals and 33 returning assists, the team enters 2026 with a solid portion of its offensive production intact.

Preseason stories are based on information from SportsFive.NET databases and coaches.

Stories are planned for each of the teams in Section V and will be released, a few at a time, between now and the start of the playing season. The stories will remain on the front page for about one week and then will be available in the NEWS archive. There will be links for all the published stories HERE and a link will also be available on each TEAM PAGE.

2026 Preview: Irondequoit

Irondequoit enters the 2026 season following a 12-7 campaign and returns a substantial portion of its offensive production.

2026 Preview: Rush-Henrietta

Rush-Henrietta enters the 2026 season following a 7-11 campaign and returns a large share of its offensive production. The program graduated 11 seniors, including attackmen  including attackmen Justin Bonanza, Jackson Koppers.

2026 Preview: Greece Storm

The program graduated 10 seniors, a group that included midfielders such as Nico Avila and Carter Fabian, defenders like Cameron Miller and Jackson Rohr, and attackmen including Evan Roesser and Steven Villegas.

Bishop Kearney to Sit Out 2026

Bishop Kearney will not field a varsity boys lacrosse team for the 2026 season, Section V Lacrosse Coordinator Mike Simon confirmed after receiving formal notice from BK Athletic Director Jamal Martin. The decision comes as the program faces a steep drop in player interest and roster availability.

A number of players chose not to return this spring. Among the departures is last year’s leading scorer, James Scantleburry, a Montreal native and standout in the BK Selects U16 hockey program. Scantleburry signed a tender agreement with the Chicago Steel for the 2025–26 USHL season.

The Kings entered 2025 with cautious optimism under first-year head coach Jeremy Loncao, finishing 4–6 on a limited schedule. Since their return to varsity competition in 2021—following an eight-year hiatus dating back to 2013—the program recorded a cumulative 13–30 record.

Their final game before the shutdown was a thriller. In May, Bishop Kearney pushed Mynderse-Romulus to the brink in the Section V quarterfinals, nearly staging a fourth-quarter comeback in a 15–14 loss. BK erupted for six goals in the second quarter and mounted a late surge, but ultimately came up one goal short in what became their last contest for the foreseeable future.

For now, the school has not announced any plans regarding future relaunch efforts, leaving the program’s long-term status uncertain.

2025 Season Wrap Up

 SPORTSFIVE REPORT:   There were thirty-five teams playing in Section V. Bishop Kearney played nine games, and for the first time since their return, played in the quarterfinals of the Class D tournament. There were 1,149 players on the final rosters, down 55 players from 2024. McQuaid Jesuit, after winning at NYS Championship last year, carried the largest roster with forty-six players and Gananda had the smallest with twenty-two. 

There were four classes for the sectional tournaments. Canandaigua (B), and Penn Yan (D) were top seeds and won their championships. In Class A, Penfield (seeded third) won their games with Fairport (seeded second) and then with top-seeded McQuaid Jesuit. In the Class C tournament, second-seeded Honeoye Falls-Lima defeated top seeded Pal-Mac. 

Penfield had an 11-9 win against McQuaid, reversing the outcome in 2024, Canandaigua won their game against Victor in a very close game, 11-10. Honeoye Falls-Lima had a 19-7 win against top Pal-Mac ending their second undefeated season in a row for the Red Raiders.

The first games were played on March 28th when three games were played. The last regular season games were played on May 22nd when six games were played.

The 303 regular season games were played and the 67 league games determined the league championships. In Monroe County-D1 it was Fairport (5-0, 8-8). In MC-2, Victor (5-0, 14-5) took the championship and in MC-3 Canandaigua (5-0, 19-2) was on top. Pal-Mac (4-0, 17-1) won the Finger Lakes East title and Midlakes (5-0, 14-4) took the West title.

At the end of the year, the Section V Head Coaches selected the post-season award winners including their All-League players. Then, after reviews of twenty-two nominations, they selected six USA Lacrosse All-Americans and six All-Academics. Named All-Americans were Keegan Ahern (Pittsford), Teagan Fingar (Penn Yan), Mitchell Monte (Fairport), Cooper Moore (Irondequoit),  Will Rheude (Canandaigua), and A.J. Theodorakakos (Penfield).

Named All-Academics were Zachary Ajavananda (Spencerport), Ryan Bremer (Canandaigua), Max Heieck (Geneva), Drew O`Buck (Hilton), Michael Thomas (Bloomfield-Honeoye), and Will Thompson (Penn Yan).

Gates Chili Co-Head Coaches Glenn Pittman and Bill Lewis were named Coaches of the Year from Section V and the Bob Scott Award winner was Jamison Brown from Spencerport.

The Coaches of Section V awarded the "Official of the Year" to GVLOA official Chris Geng.

The Monroe County Division 1 Player of the Year was Mitchell Monte (Fairport). Keegan Ahern (Pittsford) was the Division 2 Player of the Year and Grady Goodberlet (HFL) was Division 3 Player of the Year.

Nominees for the Bob Scott Award were Drew O`Buck (Hilton) and Trevor Serve (Brighton) and the Section V and USA Lacrosse Bob Scott Award winner was Jamison Brown (Spencerport).

The Monroe County Coaches of the Year were Josh Laskowski (Brighton - MC2), Glenn Pittman and Bill Lewis (Gates Chili - MC3), and Mike Torrelli (Fairport) in MC1.

Monroe County Co-Coaches of the Year were Glenn Pittman and Bill Lewis (Gates Chili). Jamison Brown (Spencerport) moved forward as the Monroe County nominee for the Bob Scott Award. They all received the national awards.

Assistant Coaches of the Year were Jacques Monte (Fairport) from MC1, Colin Shafer (Irondequoit) from MC2, and Steve Kaye (Spencerport) and Andrew Pratt (HFL) from MC3.

The Finger Lakes East Co-Players of the Year were Carson Lich (Pal-Mac) and Max Heieck (Geneva). Heieck was selected as Attackman of the Year,  Branden Thomas (Pal-Mac) was selected as Midfielder of the Year and Carson Lich (Pal-Mac) was picked as Defenseman of the Year. Colton Rose (Livonia-Avon-Geneseo) was selected as the Goalie of the Year.

The Finger Lakes West Player of the Year was  Johnny Blair (Bloomfield-Honeoye) who was also the Attackman of the Year, James Sprague (Midlakes) was named Midfielder of the Year. There were co-defensemen of the year; Connor Tripp (Midlakes) and Michael Thomas (Bloomfield-Honeoye). Nick Falso (Gananda) was selected as Goalie on the Year. Luke VanGorden (Pal-Mac was selected as the nominee for the Bob Scott Award.

The Finger Lakes Coaches of the Year were John Hicks (Midlakes - West) and Joe Hill (Pal-Mac - East) and the assistant Coaches of the Year were, in the East, Tim Doyle (Pal-Mac) and John McGurk (Wayne) and in the West, Jordan Jarvis (Midlakes) and Dylan Joy (Bloomfield-Honeoye). The Persons of the Year were, in the West, Dan Riordan (Gananda) and in the East, Mark Pieroni (Wayne). 

Penfield (Class A), Canandaigua (Class B), Honeoye Falls-Lima (Class C) and Gananda (Class D) were awarded the Steve Morgan Sportsmanship Awards by the Genesee Valley Lacrosse Officials Association.

After the regular season, the Section V tournaments were conducted. Penfield (Class A), Canandaigua (Class B), HF-L (Class C) and Penn Yan (Class D) were the Sectional Champions in 2025.

There were All-Tournament Teams this year and there were MVPs for each class. Selected as MVPs for classes A, B, C and D were Brodie Joyce (Penfield), Mike Belles (Canandaigua), Grady Goodberlet (HF-L) and Teagan Fingar (Penn Yan).

The SportsFive/Section V Players of the Year were Mitchell Monte (Fairport) in offense and Anthony (A.J.) Theodorakakos (Penfield) in defense. The Sportsman of the Year was Drew Williamee (Canandaigua).

The New York State Tournaments once again required an play-in game for Classes C and D which required that those champions play against the Section VI champions in order to in the quarter finals. Both HFL and Penn Yan won those round 1 games against Hamburg (Class C) and Akron (Class D). Coach Goodberlet won his 50th game at HFL while Coach Hobart won his 325th at Penn Yan.

In Class A, Penfield beat Orchard Park and then lost to West Genesee in the semifinals. In Class B, Canandaigua beat Lake Shore/Silver Creek, and then Christian Brothers Academy (Albany) to reach the finals. In Class C, HF-L fell to Jamesville-DeWitt and in Class D, Penn Yan beat Marcellus and then Ogdensburg Free Academy  (Section X) in the semifinals. Section V sent two teams to the Championships, where Penn Yan defeated Chenango Forks (IV) and Canandaigua lost to Garden City (VIII).

The All-Section V Awards were back again this year with fifteen first team, fifteen second team, and fifteen Honorable Mention picks.

The Democrat and Chronicle are expected to post their AGR list in July and this story will be updated when available.

At the end of the season at least sixty-seven players have made college commitments. Fifty-three of them, seniors, will become part of over three hundred players from Section V who are currently playing at all college levels.

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