Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 3/12/26
One of a series of scholastic previews for the 2026 season
Sun Valley High School
League: Ches-Mont League (American Division)
Head Coach: Chris Jackson. 5th year at Sun Valley, all 5 as head coach, overall (16-53)
Assistants: DJ Passen, Frank Wendling (Defensive Coordinator)
2025 Record: (7-11)
Opener date & opponent: 3/16 Home vs. New Hope-Solebury
Key returners:
Senior RJ Scharrer, M (Williamson commit), Senior JP Griswold, G (Eastern commit), Sophomore Cole Tinsley, A & Sophomore Liam Staley, D
Key newcomers: Sophomore Phillip Masusock, M, Sophomore Mason Scharrer, A, & Freshman Aiden Jones, M
Coach’s Outlook for 2026: “We take another step forward in 2026 with experience and confidence. Our returning players provide leadership while our younger athletes continue to develop. Our focus will be playing hard, competing in every game, and continuing to build a strong foundation for the Sun Valley lacrosse program.”
Avon Grove HS
League: Ches-Mont League
Head Coach: Robert Amanto (3rd year as Head Coach)
Assistant Coaches: Matt Smith, Ethan Myers, Anthony Pontillo, Jake Vitone, Eric Neil
2025 Record: 12-8
Season Opener: Saturday 3/14 V. Pennsbury
Key Returners:
Bryce Cox 12th Attack
Anderson Boyle 11th Attack
Chace Lawrence 11th Midfield
Grant Moss 11th Midfield
Max Berkheiser 11th Midfield
Gabe Parkinson 12th Midfield
Joey Herman 12th LSM
Vinny Piperis 11th Defense
Dom Alpini 10th Defense
Evan Adams 10th Goalie
Sean Boggetta 12th Goalie
Hunter Bivens 12th Face-Off
Key Newcomers:
Keegan Johnston 9th Defense
Tyler Antonio 10th Midfield
Charles Cardile 10th Attack
Coach’s Outlook: “We have an exciting group of returning players looking to build on the previous year. The goal is to improve everyday, be consistent, and play our best lacrosse in May/June.”
