Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 3/25/16
This is one of a series of previews for the 2016 Philly lacrosse season
Archbishop Ryan
League: Catholic League
Coach: Jerry McGinley (second year, 15-5)
Last year’s record: 15-5, reached Catholic League semifinals
Key returners:
Austin Slawter, senior
Justin Miller, senior
George Weiss, senior
Nick Metzger, sophomore
Coach’s outlook: “We are a young team this season. I think we have a lot of talent spread throughout the team. I am excited to see our youth and experience players come together. I believe it is going to make for a very successful season.”
Manheim Township
League: Lancaster-Lebanon League (L-L), District 3
Coach: Dan Lyons (First Year)
Last Season’s Record: 23-3, L-L Section Champion, L-L League Champion, District 3 Champion, & PIAA State Quarterfinalist
Key Players Returning: M-F/O Aaron Kager (Sr.), D Parker Wolf (Sr), A Reagan Ketchum (Sr.), A/M Dylan Speitel (Sr.), D Tate Hutchinson (Sr.), G Jack Braswell (Sr.), M Grayson Sallade (Soph.), G Caton Johnson (Soph.), M Zach Diamond (Soph.).
Coach’s outlook: “Goalie play, face-offs, depth of midfield, and senior leadership will all be huge strengths and important assets for our season. We look to continue the MT tradition of up-tempo transition and high-scoring offensive play, while bringing a greater intensity to the Riding game, and impeccable execution to team defensive schemes. Within Central PA, Hempfield, Lampeter-Strasburg, and Manheim Township will all field strong teams that will drive one another for bragging rights in the L-L League and District 3.”
