Nook Canyon’s Lincoln Hanks (6) strikes with the ball in the course of the Division A boys lacrosse state championship sport towards the Park Metropolis Miners at Layton Excessive College in Layton on Saturday, Might 29, 2021. Annie Barker, Deseret Information
The 2022 highschool boys lacrosse season will get underway this week for groups in Class 6A. To arrange followers for the upcoming season, the Deseret Information has put collectively capsules for each group in 6A. Each coach was invited to take part and submit data.
The area rankings are based mostly on coaches’ preseason projections.
There are three new boys lacrosse coaches in 6A this yr: John Elliott (Syracuse), Eric Bayles (Nice Grove) and Bart Butterfield (Skyridge).
Listed here are the 6A groups and gamers to look at this upcoming season.
Area 1
1. Davis Darts
Head coach: Dillon Yocom (second yr).
2021 file: 13-2 (first in Area 1 with a 11-0 file).
2021 RPI rating: No. 6 in Division A.
2021 postseason: Misplaced to Brighton, 13-9, within the Division A quarterfinals.
2021 offense: 15.4 gpg (No. 2 in Division A).
2021 protection: 7.9 gpg (No. 6 in Division A).
Returning contributors:
- Rhett Rice, MF, Sr.
- Emerson Bell, LSM, Jr.
- Mason Gagner, ATT, Sr.
- Emmet Rice, ATT, Jr.
- Connor Johnson, ATT, Sr.
- Nick Johnson, MF, Soph.
- Everett Hensley, DF, Jr.
Key newcomers:
- Blake Lucas, GK, Jr.
- Kash Gates, MF, Soph.
- Ashton Wooden, MF, Fr.
- Jackson Rust, DF, Soph.
Coach remark: “We're excited to construct off our profitable season final yr and need to make a stronger push as soon as we hit playoffs. Now we have a younger group and I’m excited to see quite a lot of our underclassmen step up and fill the footwear of those who have graduated.”
2. Farmington Phoenix
Head coach: Christian Taylor (second yr).
2021 file: 16-1 (first in Area 5 with a 10-0 file).
2021 RPI rating: No. 3 in Division A.
2021 postseason: Misplaced to Brighton, 9-8, within the Division A primary spherical.
2021 offense: 15.1 gpg (No. 2 in Division A).
2021 protection: 4.8 gpg (No. 1 in Division A).
Returning contributors:
- Leif Erickson, GK, Jr.
- Nick Carrino, MF, Sr.
- Dexter Snell, MF, Sr.
- Dallin Larsen, DF, Jr.
Key newcomers:
- Mason Hepworth, ATT, Jr.
- Crew Frost, MF, Jr.
Coach remark: “We're younger and hungry this yr. We’ve acquired a younger group in comparison with final yr and we’re excited to play lacrosse and we expect we’ll shock some groups (and doubtless get stunned).”
3. Fremont Silverwolves
Head coach: Brad Searle (second yr).
2021 file: 14-3 (second in Area 1 with a 12-2 file).
2021 RPI rating: No. 9 in Division A.
2021 postseason: Misplaced to American Fork, 16-7, within the Division A primary spherical.
2021 offense: 14.8 gpg (No. 3 in Division A).
2021 protection: 7.6 gpg (No. 5 in Division A).
Returning contributors:
- Boston Rhees, MF.
- Davis Searle, ATT.
- Carson Isaacson, ATT.
- Izsak Becker, DF.
- Evan Clarke, LSM.
- Ryker Brimhall, SSDM.
Key newcomers:
- Kaden Berry.
Coach remark: “Excited to get again out on the sector and see how a lot our sport has grown from final season.”
4. Weber Warriors
Head coach: Alex Gorton (second yr).
2021 file: 12-5 (third in Area 1 with a 8-4 file).
2021 RPI rating: No. 17 in Division B.
2021 postseason: Misplaced to Alta, 13-10, within the Division B semifinals.
2021 offense: 13.7 gpg (No. 6 in Division B).
2021 protection: 9.1 gpg (No. 10 in Division B).
Returning contributors:
- Corbin Alvord, MF, Jr.
- Kole Haymond, GK, Sr.
- Squish Easley, ATT, Sr.
Coach remark: “Weber had quite a lot of success final yr and we’ll be trying to construct on that success. We're a really senior-heavy group which brings quite a lot of expertise and expertise. I’m excited to look at.”
5. Syracuse Titans
Head coach: John Elliott (first yr).
2021 file: 9-9 (fifth in Area 1 with a 5-6 file).
2021 RPI rating: No. 36 in Division C.
2021 postseason: Misplaced to Nice Grove, 22-6, within the Division C semifinals.
2021 offense: 12.4 gpg (No. 7 in Division C).
2021 protection: 11.1 gpg (No. 15 in Division C).
Additional information not supplied.
6. Clearfield Falcons
Head coach: Darren Dugger (second yr).
2021 file: 3-13 (seventh in Area 1 with a 2-9 file).
2021 RPI rating: No. 49 in Division C.
2021 postseason: Misplaced to Cedar Valley, 10-4, within the Division C first spherical.
2021 offense: 4.1 gpg (No. 19 in Division C).
2021 protection: 12 gpg (No. 16 in Division C).
Returning contributors:
- Trevor Juber, DF, Sr.
- Logan Haney, LSM, Sr.
- Hudson Dugger, ATT
- Gavin Travis, MF, Jr.
- Hazen Martindale, GK, Sr.
Key newcomers:
- Canyon Dugger, MF, Fr.
- Zac Beckman, DF, Sr.
Coach remark: “The youngsters have put in quite a lot of work within the offseason. As a second yr program we're trying on bettering upon what we did final yr. We're excited to see what this yr brings.”
7. Roy Royals
Head coach: Zach Colohan (second yr).
2021 file: 8-10 (sixth in Area 1 with a 4-8 file).
2021 RPI rating: No. 32 in Division B.
2021 postseason: Misplaced to Weber, 19-7, within the Division B first spherical.
2021 offense: 8.3 gpg (No. 14 in Division B).
2021 protection: 10.7 gpg (No. 13 in Division B).
Returning contributors:
- Colby Dickson, MF.
- Tadden Barker, D.
- Kotah Sudyka, MF, F/O.
- Mason Lund, MF.
- Gavin Name, D.
- Sage Moreno, ATT.
Key newcomers:
- Gage Wright, Assault.
- Money Colohan, LSM.
- Kelton Wright, D.
- Wes Barker, ATT.
- Hayden Hansen, Mid, F/O.
Coach remark: “Nice group of seniors which might be hungry to show themselves. Additionally now we have an important group of freshman attempting to push for enjoying time so we're excited to see them develop.”
8. Layton Lancers
Head coach: Conner Pendergast (second yr).
2021 file: 1-16 (eighth in Area 1 with a 0-14 file).
2021 RPI rating: No. 52 in Division C.
2021 postseason: Misplaced to Syracuse, 26-3, within the Division C second spherical.
2021 offense: 4.9 gpg (No. 18 in Division C).
2021 protection: 16.8 gpg (No. 21 in Division C).
Returning contributors:
- Davis Rydman, MF, Soph.
- John Murdock, ATT, Jr.
Key newcomers:
- Mason Webster, ATT, Fr.
- Jonah Ovard, MF.
Area 3
1. Mountain Ridge Sentinels
Head coach: Trent Bangert (second yr).
2021 file: 15-3 (first in Area 7 with a 12-0 file).
2021 RPI rating: No. 7 in Division A.
2021 postseason: Misplaced to Park Metropolis, 13-8, within the Division A quarterfinals.
2021 offense: 14.9 gpg (No. 3 in Division A).
2021 protection: 6.4 gpg (No. 4 in Division A).
Returning contributors:
- David Wright, Assault, Sr.
- Colby Roberts, Assault, Sr.
- Gavin Gann, Mid, Jr.
- Jacob Walsh, Sr.
- Denny Castleton, Sr.
Key newcomers:
- Bridger Dodge, Assault, Jr.
Coach remark: “Wanting ahead to gamers my in a brand new area and sophistication as we moved as much as 6A and Area 3.”
2. Bingham Miners
Head coach: Brett Everill (second yr).
2021 file: 12-3 (first in Area 3 with a 10-0 file).
2021 RPI rating: No. 11 in Division A.
2021 postseason: Misplaced to Davis, 12-9, within the Division A primary spherical.
2021 offense: 14.1 gpg (No. 4 in Division A).
2021 protection: 3.7 gpg (No. 1 in Division A).
Returning contributors:
- Christian Jones, GK, Sr.
- Tyson Stidham, MF, Sr.
- Luke Wilson, MF, Sr.
- Nate Elison, MF, Sr.
- Nick Anderson, Jr.
Key newcomers:
- Curtis Carlson, ATT, Soph.
- Ryken Whitney, MF, Soph.
Coach remark: “We misplaced quite a lot of expertise from the earlier yr. Now we have added some coaches that we're enthusiastic about. We're going via some modifications however I feel we could be aggressive this yr. Mountain Ridge has been added to our area and we're actually excited to play them, they're an important group. It needs to be a enjoyable season. Now we have a very good tradition to date.”
3. Riverton Silverwolves
Head coach: Alexander Dooley (second yr).
2021 file: 11-3 (second in Area 3 with a 9-1 file).
2021 RPI rating: No. 18 in Division B.
2021 postseason: Misplaced to Westlake, 11-0, within the Division B quarterfinals.
2021 offense: 11.4 gpg (No. 10 in Division B).
2021 protection: 4.8 gpg (No. 3 in Division B).
Returning contributors:
- Jack Mortensen, ATT, Sr.
- Colton Rasmussen, ATT, Sr.
- Adam Shulsen, MF, Sr.
- Braxon Cook dinner, DF, Sr.
- Aiden Jiron, DF, Sr.
- Bridger Nelson, DF, Sr.
- Tyler Hayward, LSM, Sr.
Coach remark: “Now we have sturdy numbers popping out to play this yr and the older guys have been wonderful mentors to the youthful guys.”
4. Herriman Mustangs
Head coach: Braeden Lance (second yr).
2021 file: 5-11 (fourth in Area 3 with a 4-6 file).
2021 RPI rating: No. 37 in Division C.
2021 postseason: Misplaced to Syracuse, 14-7, within the Division C quarterfinals.
2021 offense: 7.8 gpg (No. 15 in Division C).
2021 protection: 12.8 gpg (No. 18 in Division C).
Returning contributors:
- Asher Deputy, GK, Jr.
- Ethan Namba, DF, Sr.
- Easton England, DF, Soph.
- Jacob Hendrickson, MF, Sr.
- Enoch Ulibarri, MF, Sr.
- Justen Stong, ATT, Soph.
Key newcomers:
- Parker Sorensen, ATT, Fr.
- Ryan Keel, DF, Fr.
- Metal Smith, DF, Soph.
5. Copper Hills Grizzlies
Head coach: Shawn Lovell (second yr).
2021 file: 9-7 (third in Area 3 with a 8-3 file).
2021 RPI rating: No. 27 in Division B.
2021 postseason: Misplaced to Bountiful, 19-4, within the Division B first spherical.
2021 offense: 10.3 gpg (No. 13 in Division B).
2021 protection: 8.4 gpg (No. 9 in Division B).
Returning contributors:
- Logan Kofford, GK, Sr.
- Trevor Martin, DF, Sr.
- Hayden Salway, DF, Sr.
- Lucas Abbott, ATT/MF, Jr.
- Travis Bach, ATT, Jr.
- Dixon Davis, LSM, Jr.
Key newcomers:
- Tanner Checketts, ATT/MF, Sr.
- Ben Maw, DF, Jr.
- Cort Boardman, DF, Jr.
Coach remark: “For the primary time in three years we're returning with some skilled gamers. We anticipate a robust defensive unit, particularly from our d-poles and goalie. Our offense misplaced three senior assaults final season, however now we have some sturdy juniors stepping on this yr to take the load.”
6. West Jordan Jaguars
Head coach: Mark Officer (second yr).
2021 file: 3-11 (fifth in Area 3 with a 2-8 file).
2021 RPI rating: No. 46 in Division C.
2021 postseason: Misplaced to Woods Cross, 10-6, within the Division C first spherical.
2021 offense: 5.3 gpg (No. 17 in Division C).
2021 protection: 13.7 gpg (No. 19 in Division C).
Additional information not supplied.
7. West Panthers
Head coach: Sean Zuckerman (second yr).
2021 file: Didn't take part final yr.
Additional information not supplied.
Area 4
1. Nook Canyon Chargers
Head coach: Aaron Ika (second yr).
2021 file: 22-0 (first in Area 4 with a 10-0 file).
2021 RPI rating: No. 1 in Division A.
2021 postseason: Beat Park Metropolis, 20-13, within the Division A championship.
2021 offense: 18.9 gpg (No. 1 in Division A).
2021 protection: 4.6 gpg (No. 2 in Division A).
Returning contributors:
- Jon King, ATT, Sr.
- Blake Frankowiak, ATT, Jr.
- Mason Fast, MF, Sr.
- Blaze DeGracie, MF, Sr.
- Dylan Carlsen, MF, Sr,
- Connor Maxwell, MF, Sr.
- Porter Wells, MF, Jr.
- Taye Dickson, DM, Sr.
- Jack Baird, DF, Jr.
- Brody Cutrer, DF, Sr.
- Lincoln Hanks, DF, Jr.
- Hint White, DF, Jr.
- Dawson Andersen, FOGO/Mid, Jr.
- Anthony Mackay, FOGO, Sr.
- Ayden Santi, GK, Sr.
- Justin Egan, LSM, Sr.
- Mason Esplin, LSM, Sr.
Key newcomers:
- Jacob Osborn, MF, Jr.
- Miko Laitenen, MF, Sr.
- Mitchell Phippen, GK, Soph.
- Jackson Archibald, ATT, Sr.
- Jairus Checketts, ATT, Jr.
- Matthew Mallory, ATT, Sr.
- Stratton Baugh, DM, Sr.
- Ethan Hill, DM, Sr.
Coach remark: “The Nook Canyon boys have been working laborious this offseason to make 2022 a fair higher yr than 2021. Now we have scheduled out-of-state opponents to problem the boys and might’t wait to see how they rise to the problem. Dropping two starters from final yr’s state championship group has the boys extra centered and able to work.”
2. American Fork Cavemen
Head coach: Tyson Poole (second yr).
2021 file: 13-4 (second in Area 4 with a 8-2 file).
2021 RPI rating: No. 8 in Division A.
2021 postseason: Misplaced to Nook Canyon, 18-8, within the Division A quarterfinals.
2021 offense: 11.2 gpg (No. 11 in Division A).
2021 protection: 8.2 gpg (No. 8 in Division A).
Returning contributors:
- Mckay Lock, DF, Sr. (Captain).
- Ethan Genessy, DF, Jr. (Captain).
- Taylor Bezzant, LSM, Sr.
- Zach Bezzant, MF, Sr. (Captain).
- Austin Vitkauskis, MF, Sr. (Captain).
- Camden Oswald, ATT, Sr.
- Noah Fisher, ATT, Sr.
Key newcomers:
- Luke Squire, MF, Soph.
- Bennett Fillmore, MF, Soph.
- Ed Card, DF, Jr.
- Tyke Lisonbee, LSM, Jr.
- Preston Hyatt , DF, Jr.
- Jacob Cline, GK, Sr.
- Daniel Goold, GK, Jr.
Coach remark: “This A.F. group is hungry. These seniors have fought laborious to get up to now of their careers. We're desirous to see how we come out and compete in our 6A class. We really feel there's a big alternative for us. Now we have our eyes set on one factor. We all know it’s in arms attain. If this group can come collectively, band as one, we shall be laborious to beat! We might be honored to make faculty historical past and take this group to state. Now we have the most important senior class in our program’s historical past, which suggests now we have a strong basis. If anybody can get us there, it’s these seniors. We're extraordinarily excited and humbled to have the ability to suite up and compete towards our brothers in arms. 2022 shall be a yr to recollect for A.F. lacrosse.
3. Lone Peak Knights
Head coach: Bruce Tucker (second yr).
2021 file: 9-7 (third in Area 4 with a 6-4 file).
2021 RPI rating: No. 15 in Division A.
2021 postseason: Misplaced to Park Metropolis, 14-13, within the Division A primary spherical.
2021 offense: 14.1 gpg (No. 5 in Division A).
2021 protection: 10.8 gpg (No. 14 in Division A).
Additional information not supplied.
4. Nice Grove Vikings
Head coach: Eric Bayles (first yr).
2021 file: 9-10 (fifth in Area 4 with a 2-8 file).
2021 RPI rating: No. 33 in Division C.
2021 postseason: Beat Viewmont, 15-5, within the Division C championship.
2021 offense: 12.2 gpg (No. 9 in Division C).
2021 protection: 9.8 gpg (No. 12 in Division C).
Returning contributors:
- James Livingston, MF/ATT, Sr. - final yr’s main scorer.
- Luke Smith, ATT, Sr. - State championship MVP final yr.
- Isaac Anderson, DF/LSM, Sr.
- Brady Broekman, DF, LSM, Sr.
Key newcomers:
- Conner Day, GK.
- Ryken Davis, MF.
- Josh Pentalute, MF.
- Porter Hamilton, ATT.
Coach remark: “Now we have an excellent combination of skilled and inexperienced gamers with quite a lot of expertise. As these guys be taught to play collectively, we are going to hope to have an important season. We all know that we are going to have a goal on our backs and play within the hardest area within the state, so these guys must come to play each day.”
5. Westlake Thunder
Head coach: Daniel Horne (second yr).
2021 file: 11-8 (fourth in Area 4 with a 4-6 file).
2021 RPI rating: No. 23 in Division B.
2021 postseason: Misplaced to Alta, 12-4, within the Division B championship.
2021 offense: 10.4 gpg (No. 12 in Division B).
2021 protection: 7.9 gpg (No. 7 in Division B).
Returning contributors:
- Hunter Hernandez, ATT, Jr.
- Ethan Boren, ATT, Sr.
- Rhett Ellingson, MF, Sr.
- Zack Allen, MF/ATT, Sr.
- Jeremy Mata, DF, Sr.
- Kelsen Lewis, GK, Jr.
- Lucas Sensible, MF, Sr.
- Tommy Bodell, FOGO/MF, Soph.
- Josh Walker, MF, Fr.
Key newcomers:
- Ethan Gill, DMID/OMID, Fr..
- Keola Campbell, DF, Fr.
- Garrison Funn, ATT, Jr.
- Jagger Huscroft, MF/ATT, Spoh.
- Bridger Greer, LSM/DMID, Fr.
- Keaton Blair, DF, Sr.
- Garrett Lindley, DF, Sr.
Coach remark: “We’ve acquired quite a lot of unbelievable expertise this yr to remain aggressive in Area 4 play. We all know now we have a bear of a schedule forward of us, however we don’t again down from prime groups and we're excited to go to battle this yr with everybody on our schedule. It’s going to be one other nice yr for us with many breakthroughs coming.”
6. Skyridge Falcons
Head coach: Bart Butterfield (first yr).
2021 file: 6-12 (sixth in Area 4 with a 0-10 file).
2021 RPI rating: No. 41 in Division C.
2021 postseason: Misplaced to Nice Grove, 15-4, within the Division C quarterfinals.
2021 offense: 7.8 gpg (No. 16 in Division C).
2021 protection: 12 gpg (No. 16 in Division C).
Returning contributors:
- Sheaden Stevens, MF, Sr.
- Cooper Manning, MF, Jr.
- Camden Cook dinner, DF, Sr.
Key newcomers:
- Jaxon Butterfield, ATT, Sr.
- Jaxton Hansen, GK, Fr.