Back in high school, Matt Solberg had a decision to make. Did he want to insist on playing as an attackman in college or did he want to make the school itself the priority? Solberg — a native of East Grand Rapids, Mich. — chose Amherst College. In doing so, he placed his trust in the coaches there … [Read more...]
Northwestern-bound Hansen sisters begin final season together at Cohasset
Once more unto the breach head the Hansen sisters this spring. Last year — with Elle and Jane Hansen representing the primary threats on offense — Cohasset High School won the program’s first Massachusetts Division 2 state title by defeating Walpole, 14-6, in the championship game. As a junior in … [Read more...]
Upton & Grafton, Mass.
In some communities, lacrosse has a long-standing presence. Such towns tend to enjoy booming youth programs, which set the stage for success at the high school level. In the Massachusetts towns of Upton and Grafton, which share Nipmuc Regional High School in the heart of the Blackstone Valley, … [Read more...]
Nantucket, Mass.
Thirty miles due south of the elbow of Cape Cod lies Nantucket, Mass., best known as the idyllic summertime playground of the rich and famous. During the off season, the permanent residents of the island — about 10,000 in population — recover from the summer crush and resume a life of normalcy. They … [Read more...]
Revere, Mass.
In the hyper-competitive landscape that is Division 1 high school lacrosse in Massachusetts, imagine the challenge of starting a new program. Now imagine finding success in just a few short years. Such has been the story that’s unfolded in Revere, Mass. Back in 2012, Revere High School established … [Read more...]
Ipswich, Mass.
In some towns, lacrosse is a relatively recent phenomenon. Other towns led the way by blazing the trail with the early establishment of high school lacrosse programs. Ipswich, Mass., is such a town. High school lacrosse was established in Ipswich in 1967. Glenn Foster, coach of the boys program for … [Read more...]
