PA's Way-Too-Early Team Rankings

It has been just about a month since September 1, when the Class of 2027 first became eligible to speak with college coaches, take unofficial visits, and make early verbal commitments. The first wave of activity has already reshaped recruiting boards, and Pennsylvania continues to be one of the deepest hotbeds in the country. Spring 2026 is still months away, but if you're from PA, you can already start to feel and smell lacrosse season in the air. With rosters shifting, stars emerging, and programs reloading, it's time for the “Way Too Early Rankings.” These lists are less about today's results and more about projecting which teams and players will define the season ahead. They're speculative by nature—built on returning talent, transfers, and summer showcase performance—but they give us an early blueprint of where the power lies in PA lacrosse.   1. LaSalle (2025 record: 18-6) - depth at every position, sound defense, title drought since 2019…Returning Core:   G: [player_tooltip player_id='143387' first='Roman' last='Ippoldo'] (Cornell)   D: [player_tooltip player_id='42674' first='Cooper' last='Heilig'] (Ohio State), [player_tooltip player_id='20031' first='Danny' last='Kuriger'] (Loyola)   FO: [player_tooltip player_id='143407' first='Rocco' last='Davis'] (Drexel)   M: [player_tooltip player_id='123227' first='Michael' last='Van Bastelaar'] (Notre Dame), [player_tooltip player_id='29034' first='Declan' last='Heilig'] (Ohio State)   A: [player_tooltip player_id='20999' first='Dylan' last='Malone'] (Duke), Shane Dominello (Middlebury)    Will Trymbiski's play was slept on sophomore year, despite starting on Varsity in 2024. Will woke up the doubters by leading the Explorers in scoring as a junior. He received All-State (EPCLA) recognition in 2025 for his valiant efforts. Trymbiski continued to cash in on the summer circuit as he was a leading scorer on the Nike All-American team and a top contributor to the stat sheet for Philly's New Balance All-American team. He showcased an upper echelon lax IQ, vision, hands, and relentless off-ball work in fast-paced offenses. Will paints the pipe with proper overhand mechanics that can leave goalies frozen. He does a nice job mixing up shot location and changing levels. Verbally committed to Hofstra.     [player_tooltip player_id='127544' first='Keenan' last='Stahl'] earned All-State (ECPLA) for stellar play throughout his junior season in 2025. Keenan was excellent in a live scout atmosphere vs Malvern in an early-season game. He was one of the Explorers who gave off the impression they could still rumble with the Friars. Stahl laid the body, scooped up a couple (50/50) ground balls, cleared effectively and drew a penalty for the man-up offense. He runs the break with a well-developed lax IQ, hitting the open man. Keenan picked up an opportunistic goal vs DeMatha (Md.) and finished a slow break as a trailing middie vs Christian Brothers (N.J.). He has a strong sense of competitiveness on the defensive end. Stahl shows balanced footwork, discipline in his approach, and awesome angle play. He can line up on the wing and is a force on the crease within the man-down defensive unit. Verbally committed to Drexel.     [player_tooltip player_id='16038' first='Logan' last='Riggione'] earned 3rd Team All-Catholic as a sophomore. Logan contributed impressive goals and assists for LaSalle as a freshman in 2024 against some top competition. He clearly elevated his game in 2025, blowing by short sticks with ease and drawing slides. Riggione has the vision and the touch to skip it through the defense for an assist. He gets down the hash in a hurry with either hand and he can crank it up quickly. Logan showed the willingness to take a lefty rip against Haverford early in the year and a strong right-handed take against Springfield-Delco in the PIAA (3A) Semi-Finals when he scored a smart, fundamental, overhand bouncer. He is fast and will merry-go-around the cage from behind with a big circle dodge. Riggione is starting to figure out pick play, which is going to create matchup nightmares in the B/L or L/B scenario. He will be a key piece of the puzzle if LaSalle has any hopes of beating an Inter-Ac power anytime soon! Verbally committed to Delaware.    2. Haverford School (2025 record: 17-4) - Super Sophs, Still Hungry   The “super sophs” return as juniors. Will they come back as fat cats, or keep dominating? Some proven 2025s departed for college, including the goalie who delivered in clutch moments down the stretch. The funny thing is, Haverford might actually be getting an upgrade in the cage with Notre Dame commit Jackson Gillis, a junior. With their wealth of talent and head coach Brendan Dawson's steady hand, the Fords again face a stout schedule that makes an undefeated run unlikely — but if any program can separate from the status quo over the next two years, it's Haverford.    [player_tooltip player_id='24324' first='Finn' last='French'] earned All-State (EPCLA) and was a catalyst for the #1 state-ranked Fords in 2025. Finn lifted Haverford with the game-winning goal over national powerhouse Landon (Md) as a sophomore on his home turf early in the season. He is an elite athlete with tier one skills, yet what stands out most is the hustle. French is a versatile player with a motor that keeps him on the field for the majority of the game. He can line up anywhere against anybody, and he proved that in between the lines at Villanova University against Malvern in the PAISAA Championship game. What is understood does not need to be said. Verbally committed to Duke.     [player_tooltip player_id='45362' first='Anthony' last='Costa'] has been a very technical long stick for a very long time now. Anthony started Varsity as a sophomore in the LSM spot in 2024, then helped the Fords win the PAISAA Championship as a junior in 2025. He is a player every coach wants on their team. Costa has speed and the ball instincts to give him an advantage on any loose ball on the field. He routinely gets first-time ground balls, picking up possession safely and securely while running to space. Anthony is an "X-Factor" who can evade checks with the ball in his stick, break the limits and set the pace. He definitely powers Haverford offensively through the clearing game with his stick skills and sharp decision making. Costa can cover 1 on 1 all over the field in addition to playing help defense. Has the potential to help the Brown Bears go on a Cinderella run. Verbally committed to Brown.     [player_tooltip player_id='127151' first='Chris' last='Burnetta'] tallied 35 points with 19 goals and 16 assists in 2025 for the top-ranked Fords. Chris had a sensational sophomore season and was simply too good to be ignored. He is part of a terrific trio of 2027s that can produce points in a hurry for Haverford's highly potent offense. Burnetta fights to finish in front of the goal, allowing him to increase his angle and probability to draw a penalty with an "And 1" type of play. He can change direction on a dime and finalize short sticks. Chris is comfortable posting up at 10 on the hash and freeing his hands for a quality look at the cage. He is a relentless rider, reminding us that turnovers in the middle of the field usually equate to 1/2 a goal. Burnetta showcased brilliant hands vs Delbarton (N.J.), where he leaked out the backside on the lefty wing and sniped it after corralling a pass thrown to his offside. He can play most positions within an offense and feed effectively on the point of a man-up offense. Verbally committed to Harvard.    3. Malvern Prep (2025 record: 18-8) - Defense On Demand   Last year saw a rare breakdown — Malvern's defense fell out of sync down the stretch. The offense shouldn't be let off the hook, but when you score double digits in a championship and still lose, the spotlight shifts to the other side of the ball. With [player_tooltip player_id='19759' first='Thomas' last='Ploszay'] in goal and [player_tooltip player_id='123039' first='TJ' last='McDermott'] anchoring the face-off unit, the Friars have a proven specialty combo that could give them an easy money advantage against anyone. If the defense gels, Ploszay has the tools to make an All-American leap as a senior — the type of season that reminds everyone why some players reclass or transfer to stay at the top. Malvern has been a factory for over two decades, but last year was a reminder: to be champion, you have to play through the last day. Will they rise to the challenge?    [player_tooltip player_id='24577' first='Danny' last='Riely'] was by far Malvern Prep's most productive player by the 2025 season's end for my money! Danny's play was inspiring from an individual effort standpoint, but not contagious enough for the Friars to finish the job junior year. He stepped on the scene as a sophomore, scoring 17 points in 2024. Riely ripped one on LaSalle's home turf during a live scout, sending shockwaves through the state early in the season. He broke the internet with a clip of the day that exceeded 10K views. Danny showed promise in prior seasons with bench erupting goals against Calvert Hall (MD) and an assist vs. No. 1 Lawrenceville of New Jersey. He started dominating somewhere along the way as a junior and is now positioning himself nicely for a strong senior season as the focal point of the offense. Riely is the total package, reliable on the wing, and was just as good as anybody last year in the midfield, so his stick continues to rise. Verbally committed to Notre Dame.     [player_tooltip player_id='21002' first='Kevin' last='Piffath'] is a prototypical defender who has been waiting in the wings to prove himself for the Friars. Kevin is not alone in this regard, as it is never easy to earn time at Malvern Prep's premier program! He positions himself with poise down low at close. Piffath is powerful and can clear the crease by lowering the shoulder, driving through opponents off the low base. He slides and rotates with a sense of urgency like a missile on a mission. Kevin can use his range to press out on the perimeter and knock down passes or steal possessions. He shows a nice touch on his passes to head man the ball upfield or down the line. Piffath is part of an underdog senior class that is chomping at the bit to prove themselves as prospects. He will have his back up against a wall this year, which makes him and his comrades a dangerous bunch! Verbally committed to Penn State.    4. The Hill School (2025 record: 13-7) - High Risk High Reward   Hill School is a volatile stock — could skyrocket, could stumble. Two strong goalies at practice push the whole roster, and with post-grads like Sawyer Smith joining young guns such as [player_tooltip player_id='129788' first='Chase' last='Aquino'], the upside is huge. They can dominate if they lock in. Another year of recruiting and gelling could turn this roster into a national power. Their firepower is real — just ask IMG, which fell last year — but head-scratching losses to teams like Springside Chestnut Hill Academy, Academy of the New Church, and Western Reserve Academy (OH) show the inconsistency. Five-star [player_tooltip player_id='35704' first='Jace' last='Banks'] gives them all the star power they need, and if the Blues find unity, they can beat anyone on any given day.    [player_tooltip player_id='16875' first='Isaiah' last='Barbee'] began his career at C.E. Jordan (NC), where he was a Varsity starter as a freshman. Isaiah tallied 29 goals and 26 assists (55 points) in 2023, earning Rookie of the Year and First Team All-Conference honors (DAC-VII). As a sophomore in 2024, he matched that production with 29 goals and 20 assists while repeating as All-Conference before transferring to The Hill School. Since arriving in Pottstown, Barbee has impressed against elite national competition. He stood out in a live scout against IMG Academy and showed his ability to match up hip-to-hip with prolific scorers at Brunswick. Defensively, he keeps his feet moving and throws heavy check combinations, consistently disrupting opposing dodgers. In transition, Isaiah uses his speed to push the pace, clear with confidence, and spark offense. Barbee's versatility also shows up on the offensive end. He has proven he can initiate, operate as a dangerous dodger from behind the goal, and finish with authority. Isaiah made some noise when he split down the left alley, and ripped a missile past one of the top-ranked goalies in the country from SCHA last season. Barbee's ability to impact the game on both ends, paired with speed, footwork, and physicality, makes him a true two-way threat. Has the tools to elevate a program at the next level!     [player_tooltip player_id='121753' first='Leo' last='Gillette'] produced 40 goals and 10 assists for the Blues in 2025. Leo has been gaining valuable experience on Varsity since his freshman year at the Hill School. He is a first-class finisher with a lot more to his game than just catching and shooting. Gillette's size stands out on the left wing and his willingness to use both hands helps him as a more dynamic playmaker in different areas on the field. He is a fluid shooter on the run, up the hash from behind the goal line. Leo packs a punch with his shot speed and can also penetrate the defense by getting underneath with a nice inside roll move. He is fearless in transition and is crafty with various backhand or behind-the-back shots. Gillette: "The Best a Man Can Get" is more than just a masculine slogan. He is particularly good at setting razor picks on or around the crease tangent. Verbally committed to Boston University.    5. Episcopal Academy (2025 record: 14-6) - Collegiate Level Coaching   All-American midfielder [player_tooltip player_id='45374' first='Jackson' last='Orcutt'] returns to lead a positionless offense loaded with depth across attack and midfield. With a relentless 10-man ride and an active bench acting as an 11th man, the Churchmen push tempo, create mismatches, and wear opponents down. Steve Colfer is the only coach in the state with NCAA head coaching experience, bringing a next-level mentality to every practice and game. With veterans like [player_tooltip player_id='31516' first='Rees' last='Piontek'] setting the tone and Brody Garrison orchestrating the attack, Episcopal Academy blends elite individual talent with a system designed to maximize everyone's strengths and capable of competing with anyone on any given day.    [player_tooltip player_id='40420' first='Parker' last='Smith'] received All-League (Inter-Academic) recognition in 2025. Parker set the tone early in the season for the Churchmen, registering a hat-trick vs Radnor in a 9-4 victory over the 4x defending PIAA 3A State Champions. He uses a rough and tough style, playing hard with a team-first mentality. Smith is a returning leader who Episcopal Academy is counting on to have a chance of competing for another league title. He is a local veteran who can get the defense rotating by dodging with either hand and his head up. Parker has a presence as a two-way midfielder and he loves to shoot the ball. He is a determined goal scorer who can come out of his split or hitch moves loaded and ready to fire. Smith is a signature step-down shooter who can pass on the perimeter for an assist and handle the ball inside for quick stick finishing ability. Verbally committed to Villanova.     [player_tooltip player_id='24480' first='Reid' last='Dennis'] finished his sophomore season with 40 points on 31 goals and nine assists. Most importantly, Reid was an instrumental lefty attackman who helped guide Episcopal Academy to claim a share of the Inter-Ac League Championship title. He is super efficient with the ball in his stick - if you blink, you might miss it! Dennis dropped jaws with his behind-the-back creativity as well as his lightning-fast dip-and-dunks. He works well without the ball and knows how to play off of his teammates. Reid can pull it on the run as well as bring it from the outside with his feet set. He sometimes hangs out on that back pipe where most lefties use hockey hand-eye coordination to pick up the trash and put in a back-breaking rebound. Dennis is definitely someone you have to account for on the crease because he is slippery cutting on the inside. He has shown flashes of his feeding ability, with more to come over the next two years.    6. Springfield-Delco (2025 record: 24-1) - Heavy Is The Head   The Cougars are carrying the crown with All-State stars [player_tooltip player_id='20026' first='Brad' last='Barber'] (Maryland) and [player_tooltip player_id='20475' first='Luke' last='Valerio'] (Penn State) returning. Springfield-Delco lost some key pieces to graduation, but the firepower remains to challenge the PIAA. The question isn't talent — it's cohesion. Younger players will rotate in, and the team must mesh fast enough to defend the crown and prove they're more than a one-year wonder.    Tommy Toomey has been contributing meaningful minutes for Springfield-Delco since his sophomore year, helping anchor one of the top-ranked programs in the state. Tommy is a long-stick midfielder with an ideal frame, combining size, speed, and athleticism to make an impact in transition as well as in settled defense. He shuffles his feet with urgency, stays low in an athletic stance, and uses superior angle play to disrupt opposing offenses. Toomey keeps his stick active in passing lanes for interceptions and ground balls. In a matchup this past year vs St. Joe's Prep, he scored a goal and added an assist. As a senior, Tommy may be asked to stay home more on the close defense, a challenge he's ready for. His field awareness, efficient decision-making in transition, and ability to read the blindside double make him a reliable playmaker in pressure situations. Beyond his physical tools, he's a natural leader who can rally his team after setbacks and push them to bounce back stronger. With his blend of skill, IQ, and presence, Tommy is poised to be a cornerstone of the Cougars' defense in 2026. Verbally committed to High Point.     Jared Kennedy became a difference-maker for Springfield-Delco in 2025, showing he can take over when it matters most. Jared came up huge in the PIAA 3A quarterfinals, scoring six goals to power the Cougars past previously undefeated Easton. He thrives on the right wing, where his signature sidewinder release makes him tough to cover. Kennedy is comfortable dodging, creating space with quick fakes before letting it fly. He knows his role and delivered in high-pressure moments, including the game-winning goal in the state final against Radnor. Jared is smooth with his hands around the cage and confident in traffic. He plays with the pace that defines lacrosse in 19064. Kennedy blends speed, precision, and timing to consistently find scoring opportunities. He is now another proven, reliable option for the Cougars as they chase more hardware. Verbally committed to Catholic University.    7. Radnor (2025 record: 20-5) - Quiet Confidence   Radnor is a steady threat as one of the state's most well-rounded programs. After finishing runner-up and ending a streak of four straight State Championships, the Raptors return with a potent offense capable of challenging again. [player_tooltip player_id='141718' first='Zach' last='French'] rounds out one of the state's most dangerous attack lines, keeping Radnor a legitimate contender despite being a 2A-sized school competing up in classification. Their goalie should improve since his true freshman season, and look poised to make the next step. The team's plug-and-play zone defense, combined with consistent player development, provides the balance and depth to make another deep run in the PIAA.    [player_tooltip player_id='123288' first='Tommy' last='Goldstein'] earned All-State (EPCLA) honors for Radnor as a junior en route to a State-Championship runner-up finish. This past season, Tommy scored 93 points on 45 goals and 48 assists. He helped the Raptors win the PIAA 3A State Championship in 2024, putting more respect on the family name with 25 assists as a sophomore. Goldstein continues to develop into a complete player, whereas before he was primarily a distributor. He totaled three goals and two assists in a stunning 11-3 victory over LaSalle this past season. Tommy is a versatile weapon that brings balance to his team's attack line. He shows a long-standing lineage of lacrosse IQ and understands the importance of rebounding from a loss. Some have dubbed him Tommy "The Final Boss" Goldstein, who has been one of the fastest players in the area since his days as a youngster. He grew up playing up but has since found a new gear at the Varsity level. Tommy looks to break the 100-point milestone as a senior. He focuses on crisp passing, dodging hard, and playing a complete game for 48 minutes. Goldstein is grittier than you would think for such a skilled player with arguably the best shake moves in the state. Verbally committed to Cornell.     [player_tooltip player_id='123287' first='Finn' last='Petrone'] scored 89 points on 67 goals and 22 assists for Radnor in 2025. Finn is extremely accurate with the ball, shooting an efficient 50 percent rate as a sophomore. He also added 15 goals and two assists as a freshman on varsity for the state champion Raptors in 2024. Petrone suffered a bad break with a season-ending injury last year in what some coaches called a cheap shot that was an illegal hit. Injuries are part of the game, but he would have definitely helped RALA's chances at defending their titles and given his team a much better chance at putting points on the board in the state championship game against the Cougars. Finn is a slick scorer who plays smoothly like most coaches' sons. When healthy in the lineup, his lefty skill set makes the team's offense undeniably more coherent. Petrone is polished beyond his years as he knows how to run an offense, slip into the right spots, and execute with terrific timing!    8. Springside Chestnut Hill Academy (2025 record: 12-9) - Pulse Check   The Devils are back with a physical, hard-nosed core ready to compete in the Inter-Ac, Pennsylvania's strongest league. [player_tooltip player_id='20029' first='Cole' last='Carberry'] (Brown), [player_tooltip player_id='20036' first='Spencer' last='Meile'] (Navy), and [player_tooltip player_id='45355' first='Henry' last='Bertelsen'] (Johns Hopkins) return with an All-League pedigree, while [player_tooltip player_id='143736' first='James' last='Simonetti'] adds depth at the X to keep the faceoff unit firing on all cylinders. Bash brothers Jake Schaeffer and [player_tooltip player_id='129584' first='Joey' last='Schreiber'] set the tone between the lines, with Jackson Booker (Lafayette) patrolling the defense. This mix of skill, size, and effort is just what the doctor ordered — SCHA is built to scrap, push tempo, and make a statement, even with the goalie spot still up in the air after a groundbreaking transfer out of state.    [player_tooltip player_id='165581' first='Sebastian' last='Small'] has been regularly relied upon as a Varsity player for three seasons, contributing as both a midfielder and an attackman. Sebastian was named a team captain as a junior. He finished the 2025 Inter-Ac season with 18 goals and 29 assists, showcasing a balanced offensive game. Small's dodge has plenty of bounce, and he attacks the defense with authority, knifing his shoulder through defenders from his split with either hand leading the way. He is creative and unafraid to take over in key moments. Sebastian combines vision, stick skills, and quick decision-making to create scoring opportunities for himself or teammates. On the field, he reads defenses well, sets up effective picks, and can strike from mid-range or close to the crease. Small uses a combination of leadership, versatility, and technical skill. He has the potential to make an early impact at the NCAA level. Verbally committed to Quinnipiac.     [player_tooltip player_id='129561' first='Zach' last='Silverman'] began his career at Abington in 2023, where he earned Honorable Mention All-League honors as a freshman in the Suburban One League (American Conference). Zach transferred into Springside Chestnut Hill as a sophomore and wasted no time proving himself, stepping up with goals in big games against top competition. Now, he's a steady playmaker in the Devils' midfield, bringing a blend of athleticism, poise, and creativity. Silverman can shake defenders as an ambidextrous dodger who can break down a match-up with either hand and draw slides. He uses keen instincts and vision to allow him to make the right reads under pressure. Zach delivers consistent, clean passes, which makes him a difficult assignment in six-on-six. He shows up in the moments that matter—recording multi-goal games against both Haverford and Malvern as a junior in 2025. Silverman projects as a versatile, all-around midfielder who can initiate, finish, and keep the offense flowing. With his decisiveness and two-handed skill set, he looks primed to make an impact at the next level. Verbally committed to Vermont.    9. St. Joe's Prep (2025 record: 16-5) - Do Or Die   In District 12, only one team emerges from the city's limits. That battle will almost certainly be fought between the two longstanding Catholic League rivals. Meanwhile, the public school league continues making strides in participation and development. St. Joe's Prep returns key contributors, including 1st Team All-League defender [player_tooltip player_id='20469' first='Chase' last='Carle'] (Manhattan) and Mason Warrick, an attackman who earned 2nd Team All-Catholic honors as a freshman. Keep an eye on Malvern Prep transfer [player_tooltip player_id='141686' first='Mason' last='Proctor'], a true diamond in the rough on face-offs. The Hawks are shaping up under a coaching staff that knows how to challenge LaSalle and upset other top-ranked state teams like Radnor and Garnet Valley. Without a shot clock in the PIAA, it's up to the Hawks to turn each matchup into a tactical chess match. Upsets are possible, but survival is never guaranteed!    Dominic Flynn earned 2nd Team All Catholic honors for the Hawks in 2025. Dominic started Varsity for the second straight year as a sophomore. In 13 games, he scored 26 goals and 23 assists (49 points), showing balance as both a scorer and distributor. Flynn is comfortable operating from the right wing, where he can let it fly, or from behind the cage, using pump fakes to create space and finish in tight! He's creative around the crease, capable of wrapping around and scoring with flair. Dominic looks to be studying some pro moves as he adds the one-handed shovel shots into his arsenal. He is a solid passer with clean stick skills. Flynn plays with growing confidence and doesn't shy away from attacking his matchup 1-on-1. With two more seasons ahead, he's emerging as one of SJP's most dynamic young playmakers.     [player_tooltip player_id='142505' first='Craig' last='Webster'] earned 3rd Team All-Catholic for the second straight season in 2025. After playing his freshman year at Archbishop Ryan, he transferred into SJP and became a key contributor as a sophomore. Craig plays with poise on the inside, showing superb handles and a fearless finishing ability with either hand. He's versatile, able to run at attack or midfield. Webster mixes dodging on the perimeter with sharp shooting from mid-range. He cuts well through the middle, gets to his scoring spots with quick bursts and change of direction, finishing with a quick release. Craig delivered in big moments this past spring, including a gritty inside goal during SJP's 7–6 win over Radnor on May 10. He punched two goals past the Hill School, which fired up his team and provided a spark of momentum. With his tenacity on both ends and sneaky effectiveness in the ride, Webster is set to keep elevating the Hawks over the next two seasons. Verbally committed to Mercyhurst.    10. Academy of the New Church (2025 record: 10-10) - Lions' Pride   ANC is a small school with a big impact! Carrying one of the thinnest rosters in the state, depth is always a challenge. Still, the Lions' top-heavy talent can compete on a national schedule when rested and prepared. Veterans [player_tooltip player_id='28888' first='Nick' last='Guzy'] (St. John's) and Dante Rottura (Drexel) anchor the lineup, providing stability and leadership. First-year head coach Shane Sturgis now brings experience running the program, allowing more players to execute the team's schemes effectively. When healthy, ANC turns every game into a test of endurance and strategy, reminding the Friends School League why they've long been a championship-caliber program.    [player_tooltip player_id='127622' first='Shane' last='Bradley'] is one of two returning All-Americans from 2025 in the Philly Lax Market. Shane scored 88 points (40g/48a) as a junior. He started for the Lions on Varsity his freshman year in 2023. Bradley brought the noise sophomore season as well with 65 points (23 goals and 42 assists) in 2024. He's helped the Academy of the New Church capture two Friends School League championships and counting so far. Shane is a shining example of how to play the game the right way with his balanced approach offensively. Assists are usually worth more than a goal and he understands that completely. Bradley is an absolute beast with the ball and he does not let it die in his stick. He knows when to press the issue, dodging for himself vs sharing the rock with the rest of his teammates. Shane elevates the play of his teammates around him. He makes coaches comfortable knowing he is their playmaker at the helm. Bradley is at his best when he puts a pass on his teammate's ear for game-winning assists. Verbally committed to Drexel.     [player_tooltip player_id='22247' first='Jason' last='Kitahama'] is a Colorado native who transferred into ANC, helping the Lions survive and advance a few more seasons. Jason scored 35 points (26 goals and 9 assists), including two golden goals in 2024. He scored a hat-trick and hit the game-winner against national powerhouse Valor Christian (Colo.) as a sophomore. Two days later, Kitahama came in clutch with two goals - including another game-winner sealing the deal vs. Shady Side Academy in a 7-6 double OT win. He stepped his game up a notch, scoring 56 points (32g/24a) as a junior. Jason received Honorable Mention All-FSL in 2025. He helped the Lions capture another FSL Championship last year when he hit his third golden goal of his high school career so far, burying the game-winner (12-11 double OT) over Westtown. Kitahama's 1-on-1 offense might be the best part of his game, although he is a well-balanced player with size, speed, and strength. He can hit and has the potential to play big boy lacrosse moving forward.    Other Schools under consideration:   Allentown Central Catholic, Bishop Shanahan, Downingtown East, Downingtown West, Easton, Garnet Valley, Manheim Township, Marple Newtown, Mount Lebanon, Parkland, Pennridge, Perkiomen School, Perkiomen Valley, Ridley, Shady Side Academy, Spring-Ford, West Chester Bayard Rustin, Westtown, Wilson West Lawn

It has been just about a month since September 1, when the Class of 2027 first became eligible to speak with college coaches, take unofficial visits, and make early verbal commitments. The first wave of activity has already reshaped recruiting boards, and Pennsylvania continues to be one of the deepest hotbeds in the country. Spring 2026 is still months away, but if you're from PA, you can already start to feel and smell lacrosse season in the air. With rosters shifting, stars emerging, and programs reloading, it's time for the “Way Too Early Rankings.” These lists are less about today's results and more about projecting which teams and players will define the season ahead. They're speculative by nature—built on returning talent, transfers, and summer showcase performance—but they give us an early blueprint of where the power lies in PA lacrosse.