The 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles will feature a revamped sporting lineup with the addition of cricket, squash, flag football, lacrosse, baseball, and softball. Boxing and breaking, which were included in the recent Paris Games, face an uncertain future due to financial and administrative concerns.
Jackson Memorial held off a late charge to earn an 11-10 victory over Toms River East in Toms River. Drew Barocas contributed three goals and two assists, while Joseph Muzzillo also netted a hat-trick and dished out an assist for the Jaguars. David Walter tallied two goals and an assist, and Zach O’Connell scored one goal, along with 19 groundballs for Jackson Memorial (5-4). Russell Cender made 21 saves in the victory.Nicholas Caruso led all players with four goals for Toms River East (6-2), and Nate Cummings scored three times.
The Section III girls lacrosse season has witnessed a significant shift in the power rankings, with Cicero-North Syracuse now occupying the top spot. The Northstars have displayed impressive performances throughout the past week, solidifying their position as the team to beat in the section.
The Mid-Penn’s lacrosse teams showcased their talents on Tuesday, with numerous players delivering exceptional performances. From key goals to impressive saves, these athletes played a pivotal role in their teams’ successes.
In a high-scoring affair, Rob Tyra’s remarkable eight-goal performance propelled Johnson to a decisive 16-10 victory over Hanover Park. Matt Robertazzi contributed significantly with three goals and three assists, while Jack Kalikas chipped in two goals and an assist.
In a thrilling lacrosse matchup, Millville’s Thunderbolts emerged victorious with a 13-9 victory over Atlantic City, fueled by Ayla Gomez’s remarkable performance of three goals and three assists. Millville’s offense was a formidable force, with Maren Woodman and Brooke Powers contributing three goals apiece, while Woodman’s dominance in faceoffs ensured control of the game. Macey Williams and Adriana Parent shared the goaltending duties, with Parent securing the win with four crucial saves. Despite Bridget Roach’s four goals for Atlantic City, the Thunderbolts’ relentless offensive attack proved too much to overcome, resulting in a 4-3 record for Millville and a 2-5 record for Atlantic City.
Lacrosse veteran Jill McCarthy maintained her pregame routine, observing warmups from the sidelines with her lacrosse stick and assisting drills as the team prepared for an upcoming match.
In a thrilling lacrosse match, Mount St. Dominic emerged victorious over Vernon with a close 15-14 score. Star player Erin Murphy led the charge for Mount St. Dominic, showcasing her exceptional skills by scoring an impressive six goals. The team also benefited from Jayden DeSilva’s contributions, who added four goals and four assists to the tally. Vernon’s Sidney Van Tassel put up a valiant fight, scoring five goals, while Makenna Thomas added four of her own.
In a thrilling match on Tuesday, the Trinity lacrosse team emerged victorious against State College, claiming a 16-10 win. Trinity’s goalkeeper, Bodey Teter, showcased exceptional skill, making 13 crucial saves throughout the game.
In a thrilling lacrosse match, Trinity Hall emerged victorious over Shore with an impressive score of 11-8. The Monarchs’ victory was spearheaded by the dominant performances of Chiara Donohue and Bridie Fitzgerald, who each netted three goals. Fitzgerald’s contributions extended beyond scoring, as she also dished out an assist, totaling four points on the night. Sara Sullivan added to the Monarchs’ offensive surge with two goals and two assists, while Virginia Avery made four crucial saves in goal.
