How did Ward Melville dominate Class A lacrosse in 2018. Which teams excelled in Class B and C divisions. What factors contributed to the success of top-ranked programs across New York State.
Class A Powerhouses: Ward Melville Leads the Pack
In the 2018 youth club lacrosse rankings, Class A saw fierce competition among top programs. Ward Melville-11 emerged as the undisputed leader with an impressive 21-1 record. Their dominant performance throughout the season solidified their position at the top of the rankings.
Chaminade-CHSAA secured the second spot with a strong 17-3 record, showcasing the strength of the Catholic High School Athletic Association in producing top-tier lacrosse talent. Massapequa-8 rounded out the top three with a notable 17-2 record, demonstrating the depth of talent in New York’s Section 8.
Breaking Down the Top 5 in Class A
- Ward Melville-11 (21-1)
- Chaminade-CHSAA (17-3)
- Massapequa-8 (17-2)
- Half Hollow Hills East-11 (16-4)
- Smithtown West-11 (15-2)
What set Ward Melville apart from the competition? Their near-perfect record suggests a combination of skilled players, effective coaching strategies, and consistent performance throughout the season. The team’s ability to maintain such a high win rate against top-level opponents speaks volumes about their preparation and execution on the field.
Class B Contenders: Garden City and Victor Lead the Charge
In the Class B division, Garden City-8 claimed the top spot with an impressive 18-3 record. Their performance throughout the season demonstrated their ability to compete at the highest level consistently. Victor-5 followed closely behind with a remarkable 20-2 record, showcasing the strength of lacrosse programs in Section 5.
Top 5 Teams in Class B
- Garden City-8 (18-3)
- Victor-5 (20-2)
- John Jay, Cross River-1 (15-5)
- Yorktown-1 (14-4)
- Webster Thomas-5 (16-3)
How did Garden City maintain their edge in such a competitive division? Their success likely stemmed from a combination of skilled players, strategic game planning, and the ability to perform under pressure in key matchups. The team’s consistency throughout the season played a crucial role in securing their top ranking.
Class C Champions: Islip’s Remarkable Season
In Class C, Islip-11 emerged as the standout team, though their specific record was not provided in the original rankings. Their performance throughout the season was undoubtedly impressive, earning them the top spot in this competitive division.
While detailed information about the other top teams in Class C was not included in the original text, it’s clear that the division saw intense competition among various programs striving for recognition and success.
Regional Powerhouses: Analyzing Sectional Strengths
The 2018 rankings reveal interesting patterns in the distribution of top teams across different sections of New York State. Section 11, representing Suffolk County on Long Island, showed particular strength with multiple teams ranking highly across all divisions.
Notable Sectional Performances
- Section 11: Ward Melville, Half Hollow Hills East, Smithtown West (Class A); Harborfields, East Islip (Class B); Islip (Class C)
- Section 8: Massapequa, Syosset, Farmingdale (Class A); Garden City, Manhasset (Class B)
- Section 5: Penfield, Fairport (Class A); Victor, Webster Thomas (Class B)
Why did certain sections dominate the rankings? Factors such as the strength of youth development programs, access to quality coaching, and the overall popularity of lacrosse in these regions likely contributed to their success. The competitive environment within these sections also pushes teams to continually improve, resulting in higher overall performance levels.
CHSAA and Private School Impact on Rankings
The Catholic High School Athletic Association (CHSAA) and other private school leagues made a significant impact on the 2018 rankings, particularly in Class A. Chaminade and St. Anthony’s from the CHSAA secured high positions, while other private institutions like Fordham Prep also earned recognition.
Top CHSAA and Private School Performers
- Chaminade-CHSAA (2nd in Class A)
- St. Anthony’s-CHSAA (7th in Class A)
- Fordham Prep-CHSAA (19th in Class A)
- Buffalo St. Joseph-MMAA (18th in Class A)
How do CHSAA and private school programs maintain their competitive edge? These institutions often benefit from strong financial support, allowing for excellent facilities and coaching resources. Additionally, their ability to attract talented players from a wider geographic area contributes to the development of highly competitive teams.
Emerging Programs and Honorable Mentions
While the top-ranked teams garnered much of the attention, the 2018 rankings also highlighted several emerging programs and honorable mentions across all divisions. These teams demonstrated potential for future success and contributed to the overall competitiveness of youth club lacrosse in New York.
Notable Honorable Mentions
- Class A: Archbishop Stepinac-CHSAA, Hackley School-AIS, Iona Prep-CHSAA
- Class B: Canandaigua, Irondequoit, Rochester McQuaid
What factors contribute to the rise of emerging programs? Often, it’s a combination of dedicated coaching, increased community support, and the development of strong youth feeder programs. These elements create a foundation for sustained success and can lead to improved rankings in future seasons.
Impact of Geography on Lacrosse Success
The 2018 rankings reveal interesting geographic patterns in the distribution of top lacrosse programs across New York State. Long Island, in particular, showed a strong presence in the rankings, with numerous teams from Nassau and Suffolk counties earning high positions.
Regional Breakdown of Top Teams
- Long Island: Ward Melville, Massapequa, Garden City, Manhasset
- Hudson Valley: John Jay Cross River, Yorktown, Mamaroneck
- Upstate: West Genesee, Niskayuna, Victor, Webster Thomas
Why does Long Island consistently produce top lacrosse talent? The region’s long-standing lacrosse tradition, coupled with a dense population and numerous opportunities for youth participation, creates an environment conducive to developing high-level players and teams. Additionally, the competitive nature of local leagues pushes programs to continually improve.
How do upstate programs compete with their downstate counterparts? While facing different challenges, upstate teams like Victor and Webster Thomas have shown that dedicated coaching, strong community support, and effective player development can lead to national recognition and success.
The Role of Tradition in Lacrosse Excellence
Many of the top-ranked teams in the 2018 youth club lacrosse rankings boast long-standing traditions of success in the sport. Programs like Ward Melville, Garden City, and Yorktown have consistently produced top teams and individual players over the years.
Legacy Programs in the 2018 Rankings
- Ward Melville (Class A Champion)
- West Genesee (6th in Class A)
- Garden City (Class B Champion)
- Yorktown (4th in Class B)
How does a program’s lacrosse tradition contribute to ongoing success? Established programs often benefit from:
- Strong youth feeder systems
- Experienced coaching staffs
- Community support and resources
- A culture of excellence that attracts talented players
- Alumni networks that provide mentorship and support
Can newer programs challenge these traditional powerhouses? While it’s challenging to overcome decades of established success, emerging programs can make significant strides by focusing on youth development, securing quality coaching, and building community support. The rankings show that newer programs are indeed making their mark, particularly in the honorable mention categories.
Analyzing Scoring Differentials and Defensive Prowess
While the rankings primarily reflect win-loss records, a deeper analysis of scoring differentials and defensive performance can provide additional insights into team strengths. Although specific scoring data isn’t provided in the original rankings, we can infer that top-ranked teams likely demonstrated both offensive firepower and defensive stability.
Defensive Standouts
Teams with notably low loss totals, such as Ward Melville (21-1) in Class A and Victor (20-2) in Class B, likely boasted strong defensive units. These programs’ ability to consistently limit opponent scoring played a crucial role in their success.
Offensive Powerhouses
While defensive prowess is crucial, top-ranked teams also need to score consistently. Programs like Chaminade (17-3) and Massapequa (17-2) in Class A likely showcased high-powered offenses capable of outscoring tough opponents.
How do coaches balance offensive and defensive strategies to create championship-caliber teams? Successful programs often focus on:
- Developing well-rounded players capable of contributing on both ends of the field
- Implementing flexible game plans that can adapt to different opponents
- Emphasizing fundamentals and teamwork over individual star power
- Utilizing advanced analytics to identify areas for improvement and opponent weaknesses
By striking the right balance between offense and defense, top-ranked teams create formidable units capable of competing at the highest levels of youth club lacrosse.
The Impact of Scheduling on Rankings
The strength of a team’s schedule plays a significant role in determining their ranking and overall success. Top-ranked programs often face challenging opponents throughout the season, testing their skills against the best competition available.
Factors Influencing Schedule Strength
- League or division competitiveness
- Non-league matchups against highly-ranked opponents
- Participation in prestigious tournaments or showcases
- Geographic limitations or opportunities
How does a challenging schedule benefit top programs? Playing against strong competition offers several advantages:
- Prepares teams for high-pressure playoff situations
- Exposes players to diverse playing styles and strategies
- Provides opportunities for national recognition and rankings
- Attracts college recruiters and increases player exposure
Do teams with easier schedules face disadvantages in the rankings? While a less challenging schedule may lead to a better win-loss record, it can also result in lower rankings if the quality of opposition is perceived as weaker. Ranking systems often take strength of schedule into account when evaluating teams, which can impact a program’s overall standing.
Player Development and College Recruitment
Success in youth club lacrosse rankings often correlates with strong player development programs and increased opportunities for college recruitment. Top-ranked teams frequently produce players who go on to compete at the collegiate level, further enhancing the program’s reputation.
Key Aspects of Successful Player Development
- Year-round training opportunities
- Access to skilled position-specific coaches
- Emphasis on proper fundamentals and lacrosse IQ
- Exposure to high-level competition
- Focus on academic excellence alongside athletic achievement
How do top-ranked programs leverage their success for college recruitment? Highly-ranked teams often benefit from:
- Increased visibility to college coaches through tournament participation
- Established relationships with collegiate programs
- A track record of producing college-ready players
- Opportunities for players to showcase skills against top competition
What challenges do players from lower-ranked programs face in the recruitment process? While talent can emerge from any program, players from less recognized teams may need to be more proactive in their recruitment efforts. Attending showcases, creating highlight reels, and reaching out to college coaches directly can help overcome the visibility advantage enjoyed by top-ranked programs.
The Future of Youth Club Lacrosse Rankings
As the sport of lacrosse continues to grow and evolve, so too will the landscape of youth club rankings. The 2018 rankings provide a snapshot of the competitive environment, but several factors may influence future rankings and the overall structure of youth lacrosse.
Potential Trends Shaping Future Rankings
- Expansion of lacrosse into new geographic areas
- Increased specialization and year-round training
- Growing influence of data analytics in team evaluation
- Potential changes in high school classification systems
- Evolution of recruiting practices and NCAA regulations
How might these trends impact future rankings and competition? As lacrosse continues to gain popularity nationwide, we may see:
- More diverse geographic representation in top rankings
- Emergence of new powerhouse programs in non-traditional areas
- Increased parity across divisions as talent spreads
- Greater emphasis on national rankings and inter-regional competition
- Evolution of ranking methodologies to incorporate advanced metrics
Will traditional lacrosse hotbeds maintain their dominance in future rankings? While established programs have significant advantages, the growth of lacrosse in new areas and the increasing quality of coaching and player development nationwide may lead to a more competitive and diverse landscape in future youth club lacrosse rankings.
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Fairport-5 13-5
15. Ithaca-4 13-6
16. Corning-4 14-3
17. Connetquot-11 13-6
18. Buffalo St. Joseph-MMAA 17-4
19. Fordham Prep-CHSAA 12-4
20. Fayetteville-Manlius-3 11-8
21. Baldwinsville-3 12-5
22. Shenendehowa-2 13-6
23. Port Washington-8 10-7
24. West Islip-11 11-6
25. Shaker-2 12-5
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Curtis-PSAL 9-4, Frederick Douglass-PSAL 14-2, Fieldston School-AIS 16-3,
Frontier 11-7, Hackley School-AIS 15-2, Hunter College-PSAL 11-3, Iona
Prep-CHSAA 15-6, Kellenberg-CHSAA 9-9, Kingston 14-3, Lindenhurst 9-8,
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Orchard Park 11-7, Pittsford 9-9, Plainview JFK 8-7, Riverdale-AIS 12-6,
Riverhead 9-9, Sachem East 11-7, Scarsdale 10-7, St.
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St. Joseph by-the-Sea-CHSAA 9-4, Suffern 11-8, Xavier-CHSAA 12-3.
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Cold Spring Harbor-8 16-2
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In the indoor pool of the International University of Tourism and Cultural Heritage “Silk Road” student sports competitions were held and the winners were determined.
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Youth Hockey League – Loko trainee Yaroslav Likhachev returned from North America and did not regret: breaking team records, scoring lacrosse goals
The striker’s only season in the MHL turned out to be outstanding.
One of the main favorites of the MHL in recent years, Loko took fourth place in the Western Conference in the regular season and was eliminated after the second round.
This did not prevent Yaroslavl forward Yaroslav Likhachev from breaking the team’s record for points scored in the playoffs: 12+8 in just nine games. In the history of the MHL, he shares eighth place with several more forwards. 20 points in one draw of the Kharlamov Cup have not been scored since the 2016/2017 season, when Andrey Kuzmenko scored 24 (11+13) in 13 matches. In the regular season, Likhachev repeated Stepan Nikulin’s club record of in points scored for the year (74).
Likhachev scored a lot of beautiful goals in the MHL. Lacrosse goals in hockey are being scored more often than before, but they still require the highest skill. The Loko forward performed lacrosse twice during the season: in the regular season game with Almaz and against the Red Army in the playoffs.
“Such a performance by Likhachev is not a sensation at all. This is a player you always want to watch, he has stellar potential. In terms of speed and technical equipment, Yaroslav has always been on top. Not for nothing that from the very beginning he got into the national team for key junior tournaments, he was a prominent player there. And even though the main star among the guys in 2001 in the country is Vasily Podkolzin, it was from the point of view of skill that Likhachev was not much inferior to him. In the Lokomotiv school team, he was very productive every year, ”says Anton Vasyatin, a KHL TV commentator.
“My cousin just played hockey, played in the MHL, the Major League, and now in Sweden (Dmitry Likhachev played for the White Tigers and Khimik – approx.
). Yes, and dad is a big fan, he has many familiar hockey players. When I got on skates for the first time, I immediately told my parents that I wanted to play. From childhood he was a leader, he always played a year older. When I came in my year, it was easy for me, ”said the hockey player about his first steps in hockey.
Likhachev spent the 2017/2018 season in the NMHL, after which he left for North America. “In 2018, Yaroslav moved overseas. The first season turned out to be difficult, both in terms of adaptation and opportunities, since Gatineau had many forwards older than him. After the change of the team, things went for the better, we managed to restore the previous productivity,” said Anton Vasyatin.
When the young striker first arrived in North America, local experts rated him very highly – in several ratings, Likhachev was in the top 30 players of his year.
However, the first year in the junior league of Quebec was unsuccessful – 24 points in 57 matches. Likhachev, as one of the most technical forwards of the national team, nevertheless went to the YuChM-2019 – that team reached the final for the first time in a long time.
“Likhachev is by far one of the most technical, if not the most technical forward in the Quebec league. He has an excellent vision of the court, creates many scoring chances for his partners, can circle any opponent with his hands. His throw is ordinary, but he can use it absolutely suddenly and shock any goalkeeper, ”wrote Andy Leu, a representative of the scouting agency Future Considerations, about Likhachev..
In 2021, after three seasons in the Quebec League, Likhachev returned to his native club.
A year before, Yaroslav told why he went overseas: he was afraid that because of the many juniors in the Lokomotiv system, he would not be able to break into the KHL team. But he added: “Sooner or later I will return to Russia and I will always be happy to play and fight for my native club that raised me.” In the summer of 2021, the striker signed a trial contract with Lokomotiv, but in August head coach Andrei Skabelka announced that the striker would return to North America.
Already in October, Yaroslav took to the ice with Loko in the MHL. In the third match, he scored a hat-trick against Almaz by scoring lacrosse. “It was clear that at the level of the MHL, Likhachev would begin to truly dominate. This is where skill and experience come into play. He did not start at Loko from the first line, but with his play he deserved the role that he had in the playoffs. With all the attacking skills, Yaroslav did a great job of refining each episode – both near the boards and on someone else’s penny, ”continues Vasyatin.
In the playoffs, Likhachev did not score points in only one match – the first. Then everything went on the rise: even in the fifth game against the Red Army, as a result of which Loko flew out, the forward had a double. In the previous meeting, he scored a lacrosse hat-trick for the second time in a season, which he explained very simply: “I turned around in the corner of the site and saw that there were no opponents nearby, there was space. I tried and gave up.”
The 2021/2022 season is the last one that Yaroslav spends in youth hockey due to age restrictions.
