As they start their forty-eighth season, the Panthers will not request to "move up" and will play in their natural BEDS position in Class B, according to their athletic director Dr. Patrick Irving. Full Story

As the 2025 lacrosse season approaches, the Churchville-Chili Boys Lacrosse team is looking to rise from the ashes of a challenging 2024 season. Under the leadership of head coach Ryan Yunker, who is entering his second season at the helm, the Saints are eager to improve upon their 3-15 record from the previous year. Full Story

As the Honeoye Falls-Lima (HFL) Boys Lacrosse team prepares for the 2025 season, expectations are high.The Cougars, coming off a strong 2024 season with a record of 19-3, are hungry for more success. Full Story

The Gates Chili Boys Lacrosse team had a challenging 2024 season, with a record of 0-17. Despite the difficulties, the team is poised to turn over a new leaf in 2025. With a few key players returning and new leadership taking charge, there is hope and determination in the air. Full Story

DAY IN REVIEW: FRIDAY - Out of Friday`s four games, these standouts captivated attention: Marcus Whitman's 16-7 victory over Gananda showcased Tariku Blueye's commanding seven goals and six assists, aided by Ayden Clark`s six goals. Full Story

As the Geneva Boys Lacrosse team prepares for the 2025 season, excitement is building. Following a strong 2024 season with a 13-5 record, the team aims to build on their success and make a deep run in the Class C playoffs. Full Story

As the 2025 lacrosse season approaches, the Batavia-Notre Dame Boys Lacrosse team is gearing up with renewed hope and determination after a challenging 2024 season. The team, competing in Class C, ended the previous year with a record of 0-16, losing all their games by a margin of over 5 goals. Despite this, the upcoming season promises a fresh start under the guidance of their new head coach, John Petry. Full Story

As the spring lacrosse season approaches, the Wayne Boys Lacrosse team is ready to hit the field with renewed vigor and determination. After posting a 7-10 record last year, the team aims to build on their experiences and make a strong showing in Class C competition. Full Story

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The Pal-Mac Boys Lacrosse team enters the 2025 season after a remarkable 2024 campaign, finishing with a stellar 17-1 record. The Red Raiders showed dominance, with 13 of their victories coming by a margin of 5 or more goals. Despite their impressive season, they suffered a heart-wrenching loss in the Section Championship game against HF-L. Full Story

As the Livonia-Avon Lakers prepare for their 2025 season in Class C, they look to build upon a solid 2024 campaign where they achieved a 10-8 record. Despite losing four key seniors-Colin Ellsworth, Ryan Matzek, A.J. Peri, and Owen Weterrings-who contributed significantly on both ends of the field, the Lakers are eager to showcase their returning talent under the guidance of head coach Mark Rumfola. Full Story

As the Newark Boys Lacrosse team gears up for the 2025 season, anticipation and excitement are running high. This Class C team, under the new leadership of Head Coach Dave Stein, aims to build on the experiences and lessons of last year, bringing fresh energy and renewed determination to the field. Full Story

The Penn Yan Boys Lacrosse team is gearing up for an exciting 2025 season, and expectations are high. Last year, the Mustangs had a solid run with a 12-6 record, demonstrating their competitive spirit in Class D. Despite losing five seniors, including key players like Hunter Sheehan and Bryant VanHousen, the team is poised to build on their previous success with a strong returning roster. Full Story

The Midlakes Boys Lacrosse team is gearing up for an exciting pre-season after a roller-coaster 2024 campaign. Last season's 6-11 record provided its share of thrills and spills, but the team is looking to build on that foundation with a mix of seasoned veterans and promising newcomers. Full Story

As the new lacrosse season approaches, the Brockport Blue Devils are gearing up for what they hope will be a turnaround year. Coming off a challenging 2024 season with a record of 4-11, the team is determined to build on their experiences and showcase significant growth in 2025. Full Story

The Aquinas Boys Lacrosse team is gearing up for the 2025 season with a mix of returning talent and new leadership. After finishing the 2024 season with a 16-6 record, they aim to improve their performance. Full Story

With the 2025 season fast approaching, the Gananda Boys Lacrosse team is gearing up for an exciting journey. After finishing the previous season with a 5-12 record, the team is looking to improve and build on the lessons learned. Full Story

As the new lacrosse season approaches, the Haverling Boys Lacrosse team gears up with renewed hope and determination. After a challenging 2024 season, in which they finished with a 2-14 record, the team is ready to turn the tide and make improvements even with a challenging schedule. Full Story

The Waterloo Tigers are gearing up for an exhilarating lacrosse season as they make their return to the varsity ranks. New Head Coach Walt Bennett expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "We are excited to return to the varsity ranks this year with a group of players who have had the opportunity to be playing lacrosse for a long time." Full Story

The Bloomfield-Honeoye Boys Lacrosse team is ready for the 2025 season, following an 8-9 record last year. They lost four seniors, including key players like Jonathan Nelson who led the team in goals and assists and Liam Roach who was the second highest scorer, but are returning with strong talent. Full Story

As the 2025 lacrosse season approaches, the Marcus Whitman Wildcats are eager to build upon their progress from last year. Following an 8-10 record in the previous season, the Wildcats are focused on turning their fortunes around with a fresh sense of optimism and determination. Full Story

As the Mynderse Academy Blue Devils gear up for the 2025 lacrosse season, expectations are running high. With Head Coach Joe Caraher, a Mynderse graduate, at the helm for his fourth season (and his second stint as head coach, having led the team from 1999-2012), the team is poised to build on the solid foundation laid in previous years. Full Story

As the 2025 lacrosse season approaches, the Bishop Kearney Boys Lacrosse team is gearing up with hopes to improve upon their previous season's performance. Last year, the team ended with a record of 3 wins and 5 losses. Full Story

Varsity lacrosse teams throughout New York State had their first practice of the 2025 season today and thousands of players have high hopes for a fantastic year, full of wins and championships. In the end, however, there will only be two teams left in each class who will compete for the New York State Championships and this year those championships will take place in Section V. Full Story

After a brief hiatus, BlaxFive.NET reintroducing preview stories 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 were been given the opportunity to review the drafts and add quotes and comments. Full Story

The New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA), in partnership with the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS), has approved a one-year experimental shot clock rule for the 2025 lacrosse season. This rule will be implemented at both the Varsity and Junior Varsity levels across all NYS public high schools. Full Story

Gananda opened its lacrosse season with a solid win against Gates Chili, claiming a 20-11 victory in a non-league game held at R Mann Elementary on Friday evening. Leading the charge for Gananda was sophomore Jase Smith, who contributed eleven goals and five assists, supported by Brody Daciw with five goals and three assists, and Mason Groh with two goals and five assists. Goalie Nick Falso played a steady game, saving fifty-four percent of shots faced (thirteen saves on eleven goals allowed).

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DAY IN REVIEW: FRIDAY - There were 3 games played today and all of them were won by more than three goals. Thomas defeated Wayne 23-9, with freshman Blake Jipson scoring seven goals, while Tas Strickland contributed five for Wayne. Gananda won 20-11 against Gates Chili, led by Jase Smith’s eleven goals and five assists, and Michael Alley scored six for Gates Chili. Pal-Mac shut out Haverling 22-0 with no individual stats reported. Teams are off to an exciting start this season. Full Story

Webster Thomas launched the 2025 lacrosse season with a commanding non-league win over Wayne, outscoring them twenty-three to nine. The first quarter set the tone as Thomas surged ahead, scoring fourteen goals to Wayne's two. The Titans made frequent substitutions after the first quarter and the teams remained competitive in the final quarters, but Thomas maintained its lead. Blake Jipson led Thomas with seven goals, while Brandon Trottier added five goals and two assists. Alex Mulcahy and TJ Balch each contributed two goals. Goalkeeper Emmett Ernst held a fifty percent save percentage, stopping three shots in his twelve-minute stint.

Wayne`s offense was spearheaded by Tas Strickland, who scored five goals and provided two assists. Mason Michel added two goals, with Tucker Eaton and Hank Smith each scoring one goal. In net, Andrew Contestabile delivered a strong performance during his twelve minutes, saving one shot and maintaining a perfect save rate. Despite a strong fourth-quarter effort with four goals scored, Wayne could not close the gap.

Freshman offensive player Blake Jipson from Thomas scored his first Varsity goal during this game. Similarly, junior defensive midfielder Dimere Breedy from Thomas also marked this occasion with his first Varsity goal, as did junior defender Landon Provenzano. Furthermore, Thomas continues its undefeated record against Wayne, with a5-0 series history since 2017.    [ BOX SCORE]   - - More images in the photo gallery.

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Greece Storm claimed a 9-4 win over Newark with James Maccallini leading the charge with five goals. Newark`s Sam Underhill scored all four of their goals. Goalie performances included Mitchell Barnes (78%) for Greece Storm and Carter Bumpus (55%) for Newark. Game highlights featured milestones for Maccallini and Odell, and Miller’s first varsity goal. Full Story

Orchard Park secured a 14-12 win over Penfield in a non-league lacrosse game. Penfield`s Brodie Joyce (two goals, three assists), Jake Maurer (two goals, one assist), and AJ Theodorakakos (two goals) led the offense. Sophomore Harrison Easton and junior Alex McVean scored their first Varsity goals, while Joyce reached his fiftieth career assist. Full Story

Brockport started their season strong with a twelve to zero win over Batavia-Notre Dame, led by Jaxon Ophardt's four goals and James Newton's perfect goalkeeping. Freshmen Ophardt, Nico Cenname, Wyatt Pentz, and Dylan Ryan each scored their first varsity goals, helping Brockport dominate in ground balls and extend their series lead to five wins. Full Story

Marcellus outlasted Hilton 10-9 in a closely fought non-league game. Marcellus`s Chris Doshna led all scorers with five goals, while Hilton`s Anthony Mitrano recorded three goals and Gianluca Auriuso added two goals and three assists. Freshman Drew Brien scored his first Varsity goal for Hilton. Full Story

McQuaid Jesuit defeated Corning in a tight non-league matchup, 8-7. JP Gianforti led McQuaid with three goals, while goalie Jack Rawleigh posted a 67% save rate. Corning’s Tully Fratarcangelo contributed three goals in the effort. The game featured five ties and notable performances from McQuaid sophomores Talin Parks and Dominic Bianchi, each scoring their first varsity goal. Full Story

DAY IN REVIEW: SATURDAY - There were seven games played today and three were close ones. Marcellus was a 10-9 winner over Hilton. McQuaid Jesuit defeated Corning by a score of 8-7. Orchard Park was a 14-12 winner over Penfield.  Full Story

There were ten games played last week. There are seventy-six out of section games scheduled and 5 have been played. Section V teams have won 3 and lost 2 (60%). There are seven undefeated teams at this point. Full Story

DAY IN REVIEW: MONDAY - There were three games played today and all of them were won by more than four goals. Full Story

Aquinas defeated Haverling 17-3 in their season opener, led by Noah Olbrich and Jake Guggino with six goals each. Full Story

McQuaid Jesuit triumphed over St. Francis 8-3 in a non-league game, marking their twelfth straight victory in this matchup since 2008. Domenic Giangreco and AJ Quagrello were the leading scorers for McQuaid, while Jack Rawleigh made thirteen saves with an 81% save rate. Full Story

Livonia-Avon-Geneseo defeated Gananda 13-5 in their Finger Lakes league game. Max McEnerney and Mason Groh were the leading scorers for their teams. Livonia-Avon-Geneseo's goalie Colton Rose recorded sixteen saves at 76%, while Gananda’s Nick Falso made fourteen saves at 52%. Full Story