Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 3/20/12

This is one of a series of previews for the 2012 Philly lacrosse season

Great Valley High School

Last Year’s Record: 15-5

Coach: Tony Verna, 7 years, 63-36 record

Key Returnees:
Ben Hughes,D, High Point Commit
Niall Durkan, D, Colgate Commit
Joe Ward, D, Denver Commit
Noah Joseph, M, Marquette Commit
Greg Merrill, A
Tim Lamb, A
Mack Hasz, M

Key Newcomers:
Steve Amoriello, D
Dillan Buettner, M
Jimmy Case, LSM
Joe McCahon, LSM
Peter Hayes, G

Outlook for 2012: “After a successful season in 2011 (15-5), we’re looking to continue to get better with the hopes of playing for the Ches-Mont Championship.”

Sun Valley

Coach: Sean Tischler, 2nd year

Last Year’s Record: 5-12

Key Returnees:

Matt Cioeta, HM All-Chestmont, Midfielder, Team MVP, JR
Nick Wendling, LSM, Sophomore, HM All-Chestmont
Brian Warren, Attack, 22 Goals 15 Assists, Sophomore
AJ Newman, Sr., Goalie

Outlook for 2012: “We are really looking forward to the season; the team has shown tremendous energy and enthusiasm during the pre-season. We are really looking forward to competing in a league with so many great players and coaches.”

Tags: Great Valley, Sun Valley