Five Prospects Who Have Turned Heads Recently

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below is a review of five prospects who have grabbed the attention of lacrosse scouts and fans with their incredible play in recent weeks. &nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hopefully, a few college coaches took notice, too.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["176151"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":176153,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69dbd353a2971"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Flying under the radar on the No. 2 team in New Jersey is this multi-skilled attack prospect. Davies owns a deep bag of change-of-direction moves and elusive stick maneuvers. Combine those assets with his quick burst, and you get an attack that is impossible to defend 1v1. Once Davies has exploded past his initial defender, he can stop in open space and then rip from distance or charge to the net for a finish around the crease. College coaches will love Davies' ability to shoot/pass with both hands. Recently, Davies posted one goal and one assist in a win against Pennsylvania state title contender Radnor. Davies also recorded three goals to go along with one assist in Summit's defeat of Ocean City. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["24480"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69dbd353a29ed"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The outstanding play of this lefty scoring machine is one of the reasons Episcopal has consistently been ranked in the Top 20 nationally over the last month. Dennis is an athletic and extremely shifty attack prospect with filthy shooting skills. Those assets are complemented by a quick burst that enables Dennis to regularly cook initial defenders, forcing opposing defenses to slide early and often. His ability to change directions multiple times on the same run to the net is remarkable. Dennis can also ping corners from distance via sidearms or overhands. This 2027 has a quick release, so he can squeeze off a shot in the tightest of spaces. Recently, Dennis scored three goals against Brunswick (Conn.), four goals in a win over Germanton Academy, and five goals in EA's defeat of Penn Charter.       </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["120493"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69dbd353a2a41"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Last week, Marin Catholic traveled east to take on reigning Delaware state champions Salesianum as well as defending Pennsylvania 3A state champion Springfield. Marin posted a 1-1 record on their trip, and one of the prospects who really stood out in both games was Giraudo. This Georgetown commit was an absolute defensive menace during Marin's East Coast swing. Giraudo's speed, polished footwork, and tenacious on-ball pressure wreaked havoc on Marin's opponents. He excelled at checking the butt end of a ball carrier's stick to create turnovers. Giraudo also displayed a physical edge on his slides. Once the ball hit the turf, Giraudo vacuumed up the GB and sprinted into the offensive end. Against Springfield, this athletic lefty proved to be a ridiculous transition scoring threat as Giraudo scored three pole goals.    </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["125307"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69dbd353a2a8d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Over the weekend, this highly decorated 2028 prospect posted a jaw-dropping five goals and 2 assists performance during Brunswick's huge road win over Episcopal Academy (PA). Hanford is a versatile and highly skilled lefty who can impact a game in numerous ways. His explosive first step and serious shake enable Hanford to initiate from anywhere on the field and then score or distribute on the run. Hanford also excels at operating off-ball. He uses timely cuts and dives to produce clean looks around the net. Or he can drift into open space for quick catch and rip opportunities from the wing or GLE. With his scoring prowess, Hanford's passing skills are often overlooked. But the trifecta of Hanford's field vision, timing, and ability to manipulate defenses with head/stick fakes often produces creative dimes.          </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["165936"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69dbd353a2ad6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Rhock is committed to Hofstra, and the Pride coaching staff has landed a pole that can contribute to every facet of the game. The long, athletic, and incredibly fast prospect can play close defense or LSM. At close, Rhock's polished footwork enables him to defend opposing attackmen on the wing and behind the cage. He owns a unique ability to repeatedly beat a ball carrier to a spot and then turn him multiple times. Rhock also possesses the discipline and agility to lock off the opposing team's No. 1 option. As an LSM, Rhock can pursue the ball on the perimeter and cause turnover via pokes, slaps, and lifts. His aggressive stick and nose for the ball make him a GB machine. Once he has secured possession, Rhock's elite speed allows him to sprint into the offensive end and create transition chances. This extensive list of assets also makes Rhock a plus player on the face-off wing.      </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->