Anonymous
Post 04/09/2026 07:26     Subject: VHSL 2026 Girls Lacrosse
Anonymous wrote:So based on where we are in the season. How are we ranking them now? What are the good matchups going forward?



My top tier local teams are BF, Mad, Robo with a gap to the second tier of YT, Oak, WF. Another gap to third tier of Woodson, McLean, and WS. Cosby appears to be more aligned with the top group. I think our state champ will likely come from Tier 1 plus Cosby. Difficult to judge Woodson (only two games) until they play a team in my top three tiers. Honorable mention to AC.
Anonymous
Post 04/09/2026 06:53     Subject: VHSL 2026 Girls Lacrosse
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Draws do not win games.


"Win the draw, rule the world."

- Kelly Amonte-Hiller, Head Coach Northwestern University and 8 x NCAA National Champion Coach


Usually draws win the game at this level. Just watched UNC vs UVA game last week and despite UVA having an amazing draw taker, they clearly struggled to convert on those possessions against an amazing UNC team. But did it give them a fighting chance, yes.
Anonymous
Post 04/08/2026 23:45     Subject: VHSL 2026 Girls Lacrosse
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:I find it interesting when people look at POY that they hone in on only two key stat lines.

1) did the player score o ton of goals?

2) did the player have about a 60% save rate

Are these the only two factors that you look at when looking for a POY?

I am not criticizing and I’m not saying these players aren’t worth it and I’m not saying that these two factors aren’t important. Are there any other factors that would make a player stand out?

Asking for a Robinson parent


I think people would probably consider assists and maybe draw win%, but unfortunately lacrosse hasn’t really entered the world of advanced stats yet



I beg to differ. Check out: https://lacrossereference.com/ Just subscride to the free Expected Goals Daily newsletter. Crazy, indepth statistics, analytics, analysis and insights. Often with comprehensive explanation of the process.


I've actually subscribed to that service for a few years, but I think the point is that no one is tracking this stuff for Virginia girls high school lacrosse so I wouldn't expect a more nuanced analysis of POY candidates beyond a few pretty obvious top line stats.
Anonymous
Post 04/08/2026 23:25     Subject: VHSL 2026 Girls Lacrosse
So based on where we are in the season. How are we ranking them now? What are the good matchups going forward?

Anonymous
Post 04/08/2026 22:32     Subject: VHSL 2026 Girls Lacrosse
Anonymous wrote:Tonight’s game results:

YT 10- West Springfield 4
Close 1st half but YT had a stronger 2nd half. WS struggled clearing the ball above the 50yd line and turnovered the ball on YT’s redefend giving them too many 2nd opportunities on offense. WS looked better on draw controls.

Westfield 7- McLean 4
Both goalies were fun to watch. Pretty evenly matched teams skill wise. Goalies play big part on both defenses. Nice to see two programs become more competitive this season.

Langley 3- Riverside 15
Langley loss to two teams already this season on a running clock (Madison + Riverside). They are not the historic powerhouse program anymore. Seems like a rebuilding year for them. Hope they can progress throughout the season. Riverside looks strong and should do well in their class maybe even win another state title.


This is great. Thank you for sharing. Great analysis on three different games
Anonymous
Post 04/08/2026 21:51     Subject: VHSL 2026 Girls Lacrosse
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Tonight’s game results:

YT 10- West Springfield 4
Close 1st half but YT had a stronger 2nd half. WS struggled clearing the ball above the 50yd line and turnovered the ball on YT’s redefend giving them too many 2nd opportunities on offense. WS looked better on draw controls.



WS was a solid team but the difference was halftime adjustments. Yorktown outcoached WS and took control of a close game in the 2nd half. Looks like they still
miss Coach P.


Agree overall. WS went up 3-0 in the first quarter, then it was all Yorktown. Impressed with Yorktown's settled and transition defense. I think there's still a sizable margin from where they are now and the top couple teams.
Anonymous
Post 04/08/2026 21:38     Subject: VHSL 2026 Girls Lacrosse
Anonymous wrote:Tonight’s game results:

YT 10- West Springfield 4
Close 1st half but YT had a stronger 2nd half. WS struggled clearing the ball above the 50yd line and turnovered the ball on YT’s redefend giving them too many 2nd opportunities on offense. WS looked better on draw controls.



WS was a solid team but the difference was halftime adjustments. Yorktown outcoached WS and took control of a close game in the 2nd half. Looks like they still
miss Coach P.
Anonymous
Post 04/08/2026 21:26     Subject: VHSL 2026 Girls Lacrosse
Tonight’s game results:

YT 10- West Springfield 4
Close 1st half but YT had a stronger 2nd half. WS struggled clearing the ball above the 50yd line and turnovered the ball on YT’s redefend giving them too many 2nd opportunities on offense. WS looked better on draw controls.

Westfield 7- McLean 4
Both goalies were fun to watch. Pretty evenly matched teams skill wise. Goalies play big part on both defenses. Nice to see two programs become more competitive this season.

Langley 3- Riverside 15
Langley loss to two teams already this season on a running clock (Madison + Riverside). They are not the historic powerhouse program anymore. Seems like a rebuilding year for them. Hope they can progress throughout the season. Riverside looks strong and should do well in their class maybe even win another state title.
Anonymous
Post 04/08/2026 13:11     Subject: VHSL 2026 Girls Lacrosse
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:I find it interesting when people look at POY that they hone in on only two key stat lines.

1) did the player score o ton of goals?

2) did the player have about a 60% save rate

Are these the only two factors that you look at when looking for a POY?

I am not criticizing and I’m not saying these players aren’t worth it and I’m not saying that these two factors aren’t important. Are there any other factors that would make a player stand out?

Asking for a Robinson parent


I think people would probably consider assists and maybe draw win%, but unfortunately lacrosse hasn’t really entered the world of advanced stats yet



I beg to differ. Check out: https://lacrossereference.com/ Just subscride to the free Expected Goals Daily newsletter. Crazy, indepth statistics, analytics, analysis and insights. Often with comprehensive explanation of the process.
Anonymous
Post 04/08/2026 13:07     Subject: VHSL 2026 Girls Lacrosse
Anonymous wrote:Tonight's big games: McLean at Westfield, Yorktown at West Springfield, and Riverside at Langley.


I like McLean, WS and Riverside.
Anonymous
Post 04/08/2026 13:03     Subject: VHSL 2026 Girls Lacrosse
Anonymous wrote:Draws do not win games.


"Win the draw, rule the world."

- Kelly Amonte-Hiller, Head Coach Northwestern University and 8 x NCAA National Champion Coach
Anonymous
Post 04/08/2026 07:48     Subject: VHSL 2026 Girls Lacrosse
Tonight's big games: McLean at Westfield, Yorktown at West Springfield, and Riverside at Langley.
Anonymous
Post 04/07/2026 14:29     Subject: VHSL 2026 Girls Lacrosse
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:I’m surprised that no one from the gated trailer parks posted this little gem. Not sure I agree with it, but good for them, I guess

https://www.si.com/high-school/maryland/top-25-baltimore-dmv-girls-high-school-lacrosse-rankings-march-30-2026-01kmzcbykqk1


Can Battlefield stay focused?
No practice last week.
Practice only this week.
Osborn Park Osbourn next week
Patriot Indy week after.

They back loaded schedule ending


Oakton
Langley
Yorktown
Robinson
Cosby
.

Not sure they require much focus to beat the back loaded teams.


Agree with this. Yorktown this year, is not the same. Maybe Robinson could give them a game. Langley and Oakton, not great.
Anonymous
Post 04/07/2026 13:58     Subject: VHSL 2026 Girls Lacrosse
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:I’m surprised that no one from the gated trailer parks posted this little gem. Not sure I agree with it, but good for them, I guess

https://www.si.com/high-school/maryland/top-25-baltimore-dmv-girls-high-school-lacrosse-rankings-march-30-2026-01kmzcbykqk1


Can Battlefield stay focused?
No practice last week.
Practice only this week.
Osborn Park Osbourn next week
Patriot Indy week after.

They back loaded schedule ending


Oakton
Langley
Yorktown
Robinson
Cosby
.

Not sure they require much focus to beat the back loaded teams.
Anonymous
Post 04/07/2026 12:04     Subject: VHSL 2026 Girls Lacrosse
Anonymous wrote:I’m surprised that no one from the gated trailer parks posted this little gem. Not sure I agree with it, but good for them, I guess

https://www.si.com/high-school/maryland/top-25-baltimore-dmv-girls-high-school-lacrosse-rankings-march-30-2026-01kmzcbykqk1


Can Battlefield stay focused?
No practice last week.
Practice only this week.
Osborn Park Osbourn next week
Patriot Indy week after.

They back loaded schedule ending

Oakton
Langley
Yorktown
Robinson
Cosby