Another service academy commit, Taylor committed to Army back in July. The Maine native knows how to get to the front of the cage and is a threat from either side of the cage because he is as ambidextrous as an attackman can get. He might project as a midfielder at the college level because he can also ride the ball back and isn’t afraid to soak a slide or three on his way to the net. Taylor is one of those players who makes things look relatively easy because he is consistently making the right read. That’s not a surprise to anyone who saw him evolve into a two-handed hammer thrower with the decision-making capabilities of a much older player.

Getting things done in a multitude of ways, Taylor was a consistent force for 4 Leaf throughout the weekend. The younger brother of Grady — a Cornell freshman midfielder and Prep Lacrosse’s No. 38 incoming freshman — Zach possesses a dynamic skill set that allows him to thrive both above and below the goal line. Time and time again, he attacked his matchup and dodged hard to the rack, while also making an impact on ground balls and in the ride. On one occasion, Taylor separated on a quick restart from the corner and slipped a shot inside the near post. His best play of the weekend, though, came when he buried a beautiful bouncer while shooting around his defender in eye-popping fashion during a crucial time. With impeccable stick skills and an innate feel for the game, Taylor was a ton of fun to watch, serving as the straw that stirred the drink for his squad, much like his brother in the ’25 cycle.