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Western High School Lacrosse: La Costa Canyon Boys Lacrosse Is Defending Champion And Top-Ranked In CIF San Diego Section Followed By Torrey Pines, Poway, Bishop’s And Coronado

Posted on March 16, 2013 | Leave a comment

2012 CIF San Diego Boys Lacrosse Championship

Since lacrosse became a sanctioned sport in 2002, only four teams have been crowned San Diego Section Division I or Division II champion — Poway, Torrey Pines, La Costa Canyon and Coronado. That changes this season with the strongest programs competing in the new Open Division.

La Costa Canyon has appeared in the championship match in seven of the last eight years while hoisting the trophy five times. However, the Mavericks’ quest for a sixth crown just got a little tougher. Defending Division II champion Coronado, Bishop’s and Cathedral Catholic have been added to the mix.

1 La Costa Canyon

2 Torrey Pines

3 Poway

4 Bishop’s

5 Coronado

6 Westview

7 Cathedral Catholic

8 Rancho Bernardo

9 Grossmont

10 La Jolla Country Day

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California High School Lacrosse: La Costa Canyon Boys Lacrosse Defeats Torrey Pines 8-7 On May 26 To Win 2012 CIF-San Diego Championship (Video)

Posted on May 27, 2012 | 1 Comment

The Torrey Pines falcons led by Cornell bound Sean Doyle and Maryland bound Lucas Gradinger look for redemption against the La Costa Canyon Maveriks. The Maveriks under the leadership of head coach Jesse Foss have taken down the Falcons twice this season with the last meeting ending in triple overtime.

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Southern California High School Lacrosse: Torrey Pines Boys Lacrosse Defeats Poway 10-7 To Win 2011 CIF-San Diego Lacrosse Championship On May 21, Their Fourth Title

Posted on May 22, 2011 | Leave a comment

The fourth-seeded Torrey Pines Falcons beat No. 3 Poway 10-7 in the CIF San Diego Section Division I championship game at Westview High on Saturday, three days after they knocked off No. 1 seed and defending-champion La Costa Canyon in the semifinals.

Torrey Pines' John Wilson (5) runs toward the goal during the CIF San Diego Section Division I championship game against Poway on Saturday. Torrey Pines won 10-7. Photo by Erik Jepsen - For the North County Times

The title is Torrey Pines’ fourth overall and first since 2007. It comes a year after the Falcons (18-5) lost to La Costa Canyon in the title tilt.

“It feels great,” Torrey Pines junior Sean Doyle said. “It’s unreal. I can’t believe we actually won. We had a ton of confidence coming in after the win over LCC, but we had to keep rolling, and we did it.

“Redemption, baby — it feels so nice.”

Falcons coach John Zissi said his team came together at the right time.

“With high school kids, there were certainly some ups and downs,” Zissi said. “I think we finished the last two weeks really strong. This last week was our peak week. That was our best game of the year against LCC on Wednesday and we played well tonight.”

Poway (14-4) was playing in its third final and first since 2006. The Titans’ lone championship came in 2002, when they beat the Falcons in the championship.

“The ultimate goal is to win the last game of the season,” Poway coach Paul Sanit said. “That’s always what we want to do. We didn’t get there, but we have 10 seniors who really worked hard this year to carry the team and got us to the championship game. You have to be proud of them. We accomplished a lot.”

For more:  http://www.nctimes.com/sports/article_80591310-ee10-543b-9d58-612662d61858.html

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San Diego High School Lacrosse: 2011 CIF San Diego Boys Lacrosse Championship Features Torrey Pines Boys Lacrosse Vs Poway In Championship Game On May 21

Posted on May 20, 2011 | Leave a comment

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San Diego High School Lacrosse: Coronado Girls Lacrosse (8-1) Defeated Torrey Pines 12-10 On March 29 And Looks Like Favorite For CIF-San Diego Section Championship

Posted on March 31, 2011 | Leave a comment

As their contribution to the successful Girls/Boys Lacrosse doubleheader last Friday night, the Islander Girls Lax Team dominated Poway. The Islanders scored the first seven goals of the game, led 7-1 at the half before cruising to a 13-4 final score. Westsidelax.com promptly installed Coronado as the No. 3 team in the state. “It’s still super early in the season, so I don’t pay too much attention to the rankings,” said Islander Head Coach Jessica Battle.

Kaitlyn Couture, who will take her lacrosse talents to Los Angeles next year and compete for USC, led Coronado with five goals, followed closely by Michaela Guerrera with three goals and two assists. Caroline Carlson scored two goals and added an assist, with Mollie Privett providing the same offensive output and Nikki Kruger scored one goal. Meganne Weissenfels had seven saves in the game to earn the victory.

“It was really a team effort,” said Battle of the victory. “Couture and Guerrera did really well. A freshman who has stepped up is Sarah Andersen, who is a great defender. Cory De Marco and Brianne Clifford played well defensively. Molly Privett had a good game and really everybody played well. Lauren Maack, who is an attack, played a great defensive game and came up with a bunch of interceptions. Everyone played a part in that.”

Tuesday the Islanders hit the road to play at Torrey Pines. “We’re just kind of gearing up,” said Battle of the current season. “We have a big game with Torrey Pines. That’s our CIF Final until further notice. We have to do everything we can to win. We’re excited and I think we are ready. If we play the way we have been playing, we’ll be fine. Scripps Ranch and Torrey Pines will be our toughest competition.”

Date Opponent Conference PR Top 10 Score    
03/08 Monte Vista, Spring V. (1-5) CA Grosmnt 51.9   W 15 – 0    
03/10 Westview, CA (3-3) CA Palomar 70.1   W 14 – 4    
03/11 Carondelet (6-2) CA DI 84.4   W 10 – 9    
03/15 Rancho Bernardo (6-1) CA Palomar 75.6 5 W 14 – 8    
03/19 vs Los Alamitos # (8-2) CA CSE 83.9   W 13 – 11    
03/19 vs Beckman # (7-1) CA Pacific 79.4   L 9 – 15    
03/19 vs Foothill, Santa Ana # (7-2) CA CSE 83.9   W 15 – 9    
03/25 Poway (5-2) CA Palomar 73.3 6 W 13 – 4    
03/29 at Torrey Pines (4-2) CA Avocado 79.9 3 W 12 – 10    
04/05 Benenden, UK (0-0)   0.0      –      
04/12 Point Loma (0-6) CA City 48.1      –      
04/14 at Bishop’s School (2-1) CA Coastal 68.0      –      
04/15 Patrick Henry, CA (4-3) CA City 61.6      –      
04/19 St. Ignatius Prep, CA (5-1) CA Indep 81.3      –      
04/26 at Scripps Ranch (4-0) CA City 84.3 1    –      
04/28 Holy Cross, MD (2-3) DC WCAC 78.9      –      
04/29 at La Jolla HS (4-1) CA City 71.5 7    –      
05/03 Cathedral Catholic (5-3) CA City 71.0 8    –      
05/06 at La Costa Canyon (6-1) CA Avocado 79.2 4    –      
05/07 Santa Fe Christian (3-2) CA Coastal 66.8      –      
05/10 at Serra (4-3) CA City 64.0      

For more:  http://www.coronadonewsca.com/news/article_4043282c-5bdb-11e0-85a9-001cc4c002e0.html

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San Diego High School Boys Lacrosse: Poway Boys Lacrosse Is Top Team In The Palomar League Of CIF-San Diego Section

Posted on March 14, 2011 | Leave a comment

 

Palomar League

Poway is coming off a 15-2 year in which it advanced to the playoff semifinals before running into eventual champion La Costa Canyon. While the Titans lost some key players from that squad, they return 12 seniors and should be a force to be reckoned with again. Senior goalie Derek Scozzafava will be a big key to Poway’s success, as will senior midfielders Chris Verne, Brady Tengberg and Matt Landon. Senior attacker Connor Sanit should be the Titans’ top scorning threat.

Rancho Bernardo was a section semifinalist last year, and expectations are high again this season. The Broncos have a trio of All-CIF San Diego Section players returning in senior goalie Zack Weaver, senior defenseman Jeremy Hutchens and senior midfielder Justin Adams. Middie Tyler Ekeroth is a fourth-year varsity player.

Westview is hoping to have a better season after a sub-.500 campaign last spring. Senior attack Mo Amitin could be the Wolverines’ most productive scorer. He will be complemented up front by classmate Jarrod Perry and sophomore Chris Summers. Senior C.J. Cantrabone is the team’s top middie, and the defense will be anchored by senior Greg Kurth and junior Andrew Beachele.

Canyon Crest Academy will be among the smallest teams in the league this year, but the Ravens still expect to be in the middle of the pack. Senior attackman Kaivon Sobhani should be the team’s leading scorer, and Cameron Lippitt will also be a threat at attack. Alex Siegel is a force as a long-stick middie, while senior Eric Ackley will lead a solid defense in front of junior goalie Eric Bertell.

Like Canyon Crest, Del Norte will field a varsity team for the first time this spring. The Nighthawks won’t have a senior class until nest year, so they may not be competitive right away. Del Norte will look for contributions from sophomore goalie Ty Tuey, sophomore attack Andrew Dickinson and junior midfielder Chris Laskero.

Mt Carmel struggled last season but has higher expectations this spring. The Sundevils will look to senior attack Ian Hooks to lead their offense. Sophomore Ban Harris and senior Trevor Best anchor the midfield, while James Delany and Tommy Durso lead a strong defensive unit in front of sophomore keeper Brendan Cutting.

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San Diego High School Girls Lacrosse: La Costa Canyon Girls Lacrosse Is Looking To Return To CIF-San Diego Title Game And Win Palomar League

Posted on March 14, 2011 | Leave a comment

Palomar League

After winning three straight section titles from 2007-09, La Costa Canyon failed to make the semifinals last season, and the Mavericks appear prepared to right that wrong this spring. LCC has eight returning starters, led by returning All-CIF San Diego Section first-team selection Jackie Mills at midfield/attack. Senior Amy Syvrud and sophomore Sara Nolte will anchor the defense, and junior midfielder Cailtin Zirpolo, senior attack Blair Bender and sophomore Kiki Gibson will add to the Mavericks’ offensive threats.

Canyon Crest Academy went 12-6 last season but fell in the first round of the playoffs. The Ravens are hoping for better things this season, and will lean on senior midfielder/attack Lauren Rutledge, their leading scorer from last season, to pace the offense. Nikita Aitken and Natalie Hoffman, both juniors who can play midfield or attack, will also be threats, and coach Rebecca Cathcart said she will return the entire core of her defense. The Ravens’ biggest obstacle will be overcoming the absence of star midfielder Tace Higuchi, lost for the season to a knee injury.

Westview is looking at what could be considered a rebuilding year after graduating the core of a team that went 13-5 and advanced to the playoff quarterfinals. Senior attack Kendall Labelle and juniors Paige Siniscalchi and Alex White, both midfielders, should bring some experience to the group, and coach Aubrey Cline is hoping freshman center midfielder Caroline Tweedy can contribute early.

San Marcos didn’t make the playoffs in 2010 and is hoping for a better season this year. The Knights will lean on senior midfielder Cassidy Heidt, last year’s leading scorer, and junior midfielder Chloe Weinmann, their team MVP. Other key players will include senior goalie Yazmin Perez and senior attacks Kori Crossno and Blanca Martinez.

Mission Hills hopes to improve on a 10-8 season in its third year with a varsity program. To do so, the Grizzlies will look for significant contributions from attack Audrey Debruyn, midfielder Alyssa Sundelius and center midfielder Miracle Banks, all juniors.

For more:  http://www.nctimes.com/sports/high-school/nct/girls-lacrosse/article_acbbd493-eb70-54bd-8b40-de8d9924888d.html

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San Diego High School Girls Lacrosse: Torrey Pines Girls Lacrosse Is Favored To Repeat As CIF-San Diego Champions And Avocado League

Posted on March 13, 2011 | Leave a comment

 

Avocado League

There’s little doubt that Torrey Pines is the team to beat this season. The Falcons are coming off their first CIF San Diego Section title and return the section’s player of the year, senior attack Anna Knowles, and their depth doesn’t stop there. Senior midfielder Caroline Boucher is also a returning all-section first-team selection, and Duke-bound center midfielder Katie Trees was a second-team pick. Torrey Pines also boasts diminutive-but-effective senior Carrie Yang, a first-team selection last year, in goal. Put it all together and the Falcons are the early favorite for another title this spring.

Poway appears to be the most likely challenger to the defending champions after losing to Torrey in last year’s semifinals. The Titans bring back a strong lineup led by returning all-section second-team selection Kellie Roddy, a senior goalie. Attack Mackenzie Murray, midfielders Danielle Budde and Taylor Carter and defender Robin Taylor will also be key cogs in the team’s success. Sophomore midfielder Vickie Porter could also be a big contributor.

Ramona enters just its third season with a varsity program, and thus could struggle against some of the Avocado League’s traditional powerhouses. Still, the Bulldogs will look to progress. They will turn to junior attack Nicole Darrough, who scored more than 50 goals last season, to spark their offense. Ramona will also rely on junior attack Stephanie Destefano and senior defender Courtney Robinson for key contributions.

Carlsbad struggled to a two-win season last year, so the Lancers expect improvement in 2011. Senior midfielder Spencer Harden will be the Lancers’ go-to player, and they’ll also build around senior midfielders Danielle Protzeller and Hanna Moore and junior attack Natalie Simpson.

For more:  http://www.nctimes.com/sports/high-school/nct/girls-lacrosse/article_acbbd493-eb70-54bd-8b40-de8d9924888d.html

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San Diego High School Boys Lacrosse: La Costa Canyon Boys Lacrosse Is Top Team In The Avocado League Of The CIF-San Diego Section

Posted on March 13, 2011 | Leave a comment

 

Avocado League

La Costa Canyon is without a doubt the class of the CIF San Diego Section, having gone undefeated last season en route to its fourth section championship in four six years. Longtime coach Dallas Hartley has departed, and Jesse Foss hopes to follow successfully in his footsteps. In that vain, he has put together a formidable nonleague schedule with the intent of challenging the Mavericks and ensuring they are sharp when the postseason arrives. LCC’s biggest strength may be its goalie, senior Eric Sanschagrin, who Foss said has committed to Princeton and is described by his coach as the best keeper he has seen on the West Coast. Mike Riis, a senior long-stick midfielder, and senior midfielder/attacker Michael Gennuso will spearhead the offense. Foss is also expecting big contributions from senior middie Nick Scaramella.

Torrey Pines has been to five finals in nine years, but hasn’t won since 2007 and would like nothing better than to knock LCC from its throne this spring. New coach Jono Zissi will lead a talented squad that is headlined by junior attack and returning all-section pick Sean Doyle. Sophomore Lucas Gradinger should also be a threat up front, and senior John Wilson will anchor the midfield. Zissi said the Falcons’ defense is solid throughout.

Carlsbad missed the playoffs last season, and new coach Tyler Bue is expecting better results this season. With an eye on qualifying for the postseason, the Lancers will lean on a trio of seniors with plenty of experience. Midfielders Kendall Strahl and Chris Decaro will be key offensive cogs, and Mark Beyer is the leader of the defense.

San Dieguito Academy is the league’s lone Division II team, so the Mustangs could struggle against the league’s upper echelon. Junior attack Chase Brokaw was an All-Coastal League selection in 2010 and a potential college recruit, coach Nick Borden said. Senior Daniel Knox will anchor the defense of a team with playoff aspirations.

Fallbrook struggled to a 4-10 record in 2010, but is expecting better this season thanks to an experienced roster. Senior attack Erik Jenkin should lead the offense, and senior middie Jared Yeatman will also be a key contributor. Axel Eyer, a senior, could be among the county’s top goalies, and coach Neil Rodden is expecting sophomore midfielder Scott Vancil to provide an offensive spark.

San Marcos is hoping for better results after an 11-6 regular season last year was followed by a first-round playoff loss.

For more:  http://www.nctimes.com/sports/high-school/nct/boys-lacrosse/article_2c72167a-44c3-5791-9d1d-4065e2fb0639.html

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San Diego High School Lacrosse: La Costa Canyon Boys Lacrosse Head Coach Jesse Foss Look To Continue The Mavericks Dominance In California

Posted on March 5, 2011 | Leave a comment

The La Costa Canyon High boys lacrosse team went 23-0 last season, won the San Diego Section title, held the state’s No. 1 ranking and the nation’s No. 18 spot, yet the Mavericks still suffered a big loss after the season ended.

Dallas Hartley, who had been the team’s coach for seven of the nine years the sport has been sanctioned by the section, announced he was leaving to become the coach at Orange County’s Chapman College, one of the best programs on the West Coast.

La Costa Canyon, however, isn’t expected to miss a step. Longtime assistant

La Costa Canyon Boys Lacrosse Head Coach Jesse Foss

coach Jesse Foss has taken over and is trying to continue the school’s dominance in a sport that is more widely played on the East Coast but is gaining popularity out West.

Foss, 32, is passionate about the game. He hails from Long Island, N.Y., one of the nation’s hotbeds of the sport along with Maryland, upstate New York and Pennsylvania.

“Kids in Long Island start very early,” Foss said. “Where most teams around here have one or two guys who can play Division I, every team back there has four or five.”

For more:  http://www.signonsandiego.com/news/2011/mar/05/smooth-transition-lcc-boys-lacrosse/#

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