Versatile senior Zach Auble (Burlington, Mass.) is expected to be a key player for UMass this spring. (UMass Athletics)
We are hurtling towards the start of the college lacrosse season at what seems like a snail's pace. However, with most teams playing their first games in just three weeks, the wait is almost over.
In fact, your favorite college team is already practicing in the freezing cold, shoveling off its fields and then shuttling back to the weight room for double sessions. Everyone is getting back into the swing of things after the holidays.
We've identified five players from the region who are poised to make a big jump with their respective squads once the first whistle is blown.
Players are listed with hometown, class year, position and college.
