2022 HERALD High School Lacrosse Preview
LAWRENCE Golden Tornadoes strive to compete to say about the ascending talent. “He’s a lefty that’s very shifty and does a great job of leading by example. He’s someone that comes out every day and works hard,” he stated. Junior Goalie Amari Elliot is another potential x-factor for the squad He was a backup last year but thought hard work and dedication and is now the starter. He made 10 saves last year “with a lot of them right on the doorstep.” As coach McDermott stated: “He’s our number one guy on the defensive side of the ball.” Junior Dexter Robinson should be able to help the team in a multitude
young as we only have 2-3 seniors. Out of the 22 guys for this season, 15 are juniors so it will be about developing those guys.” The coach does not have a defined record or final position in mind when evaluating the upcoming season. This season’s success will be defined by how well the group does the little things right and build upon those tenets. “Hopefully the small things translate to the win loss column,” McDermott stated. “At the very least, getting ground balls, making the hustle plays, and that should lead us to a couple more W’s.”
Dexter Robinson
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very team alike felt the effects of the COVID epidemic, and Lawrence boys’ lacrosse is no exception. With guys on the roster coming up and down due to the various outbreaks, the team’s 5-7 record makes much more sense. Entering this 2022 campaign, the goal for the Golden Tornadoes will be to play the game the right way. “Our goal is to make sure that we are competitive in every aspect of the game and keeping every game close,” coach Keith McDermott stated. There are a few players on the roster that will be major catalysts to ensuring that competitive ambition is actualized. Starting midfielder junior Kody Kirchner should be one of the main goal scorers for the Golden Tornadoes. He is the starting quarterback for the school’s football team, and coach McDermott had glowing things 26 — April 14, 2022
Kody Kirchner
of ways. He is its Swiss army knife, as he plays attack and middie. “Has a great first step that helps him get to the cage,” McDermott stated. “He is most certainly not afraid to shot. He hasn’t seen a shot he doesn’t like.” It’s important to note the composition of the roster, as there are few seniors. “Most of the team is juniors and they are returning juniors,” McDermott stated. “We brought up a lot of guys and we’re still
Conference Schedule BOYS
April 6 8 12 23 26
Amari Elliott
Locust Valley @ Oyster Bay @ Clarke Division North Shore
4:30 p.m. 4:45 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 10:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
May 4 6 13 16 18
@ Hewlett West Hempstead Mineola @ Friends Academy @ Wheatley
5:15 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m.
Photos by Donovan Berthoud
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