> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.nh-highschoolsports.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # A way-too-early look at the 2018 boys and girls lacrosse seasons - URL: https://www.nh-highschoolsports.com/way-early-look-2018-boys-girls-lacrosse-seasons/ - Published: 2017-06-26T15:34:17.000Z - Updated: 2017-06-26T15:34:17.000Z - Description: Here is a way-to-early look at how the 2018 boys and girls lacrosse seasons could turn out. - Author: Joe Marchilena - Tags: Spring Sports, boys lacrosse, Division I, Division II, Division III, girls lacrosse, slider, #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2026-08-18 04:44 There wasn't even a chance for the water on his shirt to dry before Chris Cameron started thinking about the 2018 lacrosse season. The Bishop Guertin High School boys team had defeated Pinkerton in the Division I title game only moments before, but when asked about the future, Cameron thought it was likely the two teams could meet again in the final for the sixth year in a row. Likely, but maybe a lot tougher for both. "The 2018 class around the whole state is really strong," the Cardinals coach said. And that's not just for Division I, but all of New Hampshire on both the boys and the girls side. Sure, there will be plenty of seniors moving on, but next year's crop should be stellar, along with the next couple of classes that follow. With that in mind, let's take a guess at to who might be in the running for division titles in 2018. But first a disclaimer: All predictions are based on players and coaches assumed to return for the 2018 season, and that the major changes won't be made to the NHIAA's three-division format for both boys and girls. I'll try to make updates if anything is changed. ### Boys Lacrosse **Division I** It would be easier to list the key players from 2017 that will be lost for Bishop Guertin and Pinkerton than who is expected to be coming back. The Cardinals will get another year from Brian Cameron, Brennan McInnis, Drew Hailey, Doug Barker and Ryan Flynn, while Sean Cameron, Ben Abladian and James Heitmiller will have a lot of experience under their belts as sophomores. Pinkerton has its own stellar class that will be sophomores, led by Nathan Lalibertie, Chad Teresky and Mason Drouin, who along with Ryan Auger and Chris Valentine, should be one of the top offensive units in the state. But will the rest of the division catch up? At times, Londonderry and Bedford looked like they could, and Concord and Exeter were a step behind those two. While the Lancers and the Crimson Tide lose a lot of seniors, the Bulldogs and the Blue Hawks have plenty returning to make another final four run. Other teams that could step up with a couple a of breaks include Souhegan, Nashua South and Nashua North. Here's a way-to-early prediction of what next year's playoffs might look like: Bishop Guertin, Pinkerton, Bedford, Souhegan, Exeter, Nashua South, Nashua North, Londonderry. **Division II** As of this moment, Derryfield would be the favorite to make it three straight division titles, but the rest of the division may not be as far behind as it might seem. The Cougars will likely return a defense that could be better than it was this year, despite the loss of senior Chris Benson. Derryfield will also miss Lee Sipes, who contributed all over the field, but if a solid core of juniors and sophomores returns, the Cougars will again be tough to beat. Zadoc White and Ollie Allen both have another year left with Portsmouth, and the Clippers should benefit from the experience of playing in a championship game. Dover should also have Dom Silverio and Justin Colizzi back on attack to keep it among the top teams. Hollis Brookline loses 10 seniors, but has players returning in key spots, while Keene, Goffstown, Windham, St. Thomas and Timberlane all have enough returning players to see plenty of improvement. Here's a way-to-early prediction of what next year's playoffs might look like: Derryfield, Portsmouth, Dover, St. Thomas, Keene, Windham, Timberlane, Goffstown, Merrimack Valley, Hollis Brookline, Winnacunnet, Bow. **Division III** Hopkinton, like Laconia in 2017, should have enough returning from its unbeaten championship team to make the postseason, but repeating will be an uphill battle. The Hawks lose nine seniors, but should return Gerry Donahue, the D3 defensive player of the year. The Sachems lose just one senior from a team that took Monadnock to double overtime in this year's quarterfinals, and will have one of the best players in the division back in Drew Muzzey. After missing the playoffs, Pelham should contend for a playoff spot, while Plymouth and Monadnock will likely also be in the mix. Here's a way-to-early prediction of what next year's playoffs might look like: Laconia, Hopkinton, Pelham, Plymouth, Monadnock, Kearsarge, Trinity, ConVal. ### Girls Lacrosse **Division I** After meeting in the 2017 finale, Bedford and Souhegan could be poised for a couple more playoff matchups in the near future, as both teams will likely be returning a lot of players for 2018. Souhegan will have to replace goalie Meaghan Allard - a four-year starter - and Casey Johnson and Emma Estabrook, but the core of the offense, led by Brigid Casey, should be back. Bedford will also be looking to replace its goalie, but should have a solid group back in Hannah McCarthy, Sydney Lynch and Grace Rooney. Bishop Guertin could be the team most likely to get in the way of another Bedford-Souhegan final, as the Cardinals lose just three seniors. However, two of those were All-American midfielders Kate Bradford and Olivia Koutsos. Pinkerton, Londonderry and Exeter should once again be in the mix for playoff spots, while Nashua South, Merrimack and Nashua North all appear to be programs on the rise. Here's a way-to-early prediction of what next year's playoffs might look like: Souhegan, Bedford, Bishop Guertin, Pinkerton, Exeter, Merrimack, Nashua South, Nashua North. **Division II** Graduation will take its shot at both Portsmouth and Winnacunnet, but both programs should be among the division contenders next season. The Clippers have all-state performers Lily Madden, Sydney Ludes and Grace Jackson in line to return, while the Warriors should have Dana Sher and Alisyn and Keelyn McNamara back. Hanover should be in line for another final four trip, as the Marauders lose seven seniors, but return some key players, including Madison McCorkle and Perrin Milliken. Windham, Hollis Brookline and John Stark each have a solid cast returning that could also challenge for one of the top spots in the division. Here's a way-to-early prediction of what next year's playoffs might look like: Portsmouth, Hanover, Winnacunnet, Hollis Brookline, Windham, John Stark, Kingswood, Goffstown. **Division III** Kearsarge's surprise run to the division title out of the sixth seed not only gave the Cougars their first championship, but also gave a young team a lot of experience. Kearsarge loses just three seniors and should return key players like Leslie Angus, Jackie DeAngelis and Lara Stokes. While Laconia will lose some key seniors, the Sachems should have All-American midfielder Rebecca Howe returning, along with Skyler Tautkus, and could be a co-favorite with Kearsarge in the division. Hopkinton and Pelham also have a good core of players who will likely return, while Derryfield should also remain in the mix. Here's a way-to-early prediction of what next year's playoffs might look like: Kearsarge, Laconia, Hopkinton, Pelham, Derryfield, Gilford, Bow, Bishop Brady.