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The 2025 high school lacrosse season in Central New York has officially begun, featuring thrilling matchups and standout athletes. Fans are gearing up to support their local teams, including formidable girls’ and boys’ squads. Teams like Cicero-North Syracuse, West Genesee, and Jamesville-Dewitt are expected to shine based on their impressive past performances. The excitement is palpable, with players ready to showcase their skills and new talent in this competitive season. Cheer for your favorite teams and athletes as they strive for success on the lacrosse fields!

Central New York High School Lacrosse Season Kicks Off in Style

As the sun shines brightly over Central New York, the 2025 high school lacrosse season is officially underway! Fans are rallying to support their local teams, and this year promises some thrilling action on the fields, featuring some of the top talent the state has to offer. Let’s dive in and take a closer look at the teams and players to keep an eye on.

CNY Girls Lacrosse Teams to Watch

First up, the talented girls’ teams that are ready to make their mark this season. It’s hard to overlook the incredible performance of Cicero-North Syracuse (C-NS), who are the reigning Section III champions. Last year, they held an impressive record of 19-2 and dominated league play with a perfect 5-0. The excitement continued into the 2025 campaign with a thrilling overtime victory against Penfield, thanks in part to senior star Gabrielle Putman. She opened the season with a hat trick and scored the game-winning goal. With 44 goals and 16 assists last season, she’s showcased undeniable skill and will be taking her talents to Vanderbilt University next year.

Next up, we have West Genesee, who also had a solid year last season, finishing with a 17-4 record and maintaining a 5-0 league play record. They only fell short to a few tough teams including C-NS last season but started this year strong with a 12-10 win over Rush-Henrietta. Senior Ashleigh Blanding is definitely one to watch, finishing last season with an impressive 46 goals and 17 assists and is committed to playing at Niagara University.

Don’t forget about Westhill, who wrapped up 2024 with a commendable 14-5 record. They will be starting their 2025 season with a matchup against Cazenovia on April 8. Keep an eye on senior Kara Rosenberger, who showcased an incredible scoring ability last season with 78 goals and 17 assists, and she plans to continue her lacrosse journey at the University of Vermont.

CNY Boys Lacrosse Teams to Watch

Now, let’s shift gears and take a look at the boys’ teams that are revving up for another exciting season! West Genesee had quite the year in 2024, claiming their third consecutive Class B title with a strong 15-4 record and a 7-1 league performance. They kicked off 2025 with a resounding 18-9 win over Worthington Kilbourne. Senior player Charlie Lockwood is a key contributor, racking up 38 goals and 26 assists last season, and he has his sights set on joining Navy next year.

Jamesville-Dewitt is another powerhouse bound to be in the spotlight, having ended the previous season with a fantastic 19-3 record and perfect 7-0 in league play. They are set to begin their 2025 campaign against Central Square on April 4. Watch for senior standout Lucas Patchen, who scored a jaw-dropping 63 goals last season and is committed to Fairfield University.

Lastly, let’s shine a light on Marcellus. Wrapping up last season with a 19-2 record and an impressive 10-0 in league play, they made a deep dive into the state championships. They’ve already kicked off this season with a nail-biting 10-9 win over Hilton. Watch for Nick Rayfield, who is considered one of the best players in the region and finished last season with 66 goals. He’s currently ranked 36 in the Inside Lacrosse Class of 2026 and is set to play for Syracuse next year.

Additional Excitement in Section III

The atmosphere in Central New York’s lacrosse scene is electrifying! With folks like Kamdyn Dorchester serving as the hype man for Section III boys lacrosse, the energy is contagious. And let’s not forget Chris Doshna from Marcellus, who amassed an impressive total of 102 points last season, comprised of 60 goals and 42 assists—definitely someone to keep an eye out for!

The 2025 lacrosse season is off to a fantastic start across Central New York, with compelling matchups and remarkable talent ready to shine. Don your team colors, grab your snacks, and get ready to cheer on your favorite players and teams as they strive for victory!

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