2017 HockomockSports Girls Lacrosse Awards

Sharon senior attacker Alex Rabb has been named the 2017 HockomockSports.com Girls Lacrosse Player of the Year. Rabb led the Eagles to a second place finish in the Davenport division, tied for the program’s best-ever finish in the league, and was named a Hockomock All-Star by the league’s coaches.

Rabb finished the regular season with a league-high 73 goals this spring and added 12 assists for a total of 85 points, which was second best in the Hockomock. She also added five goals in the first round of the playoffs against Newton South, including the eventual game-winner, to lead the Eagles to their first tournament win in program history.

HockomockSports.com Managing Editor Josh Perry said, “Alex was at times unstoppable on offense for the Eagles. When she drove to the goal, her size and strength made it very difficult to prevent her getting into a good scoring position and she was one of the best finishers in the league.”

“She is always competing at a high level,” said Sharon coach Colleen Carchedi, who has coached Rabb for the past three seasons. “Alex has had a huge impact on the Sharon girls’ lacrosse program in the past three years and her shoes can never be replaced.”

Carchedi added, “She is someone we could always count on and I wish her the best of luck playing at Ithaca College.”

Rabb finished her four-year varsity career with a program record of 230 goals and, with her leading the attack, the Eagles made the playoffs in back-to-back seasons (the first tournament appearances in program history) and had the best season in program history with a 15-5 record overall and 7-3 in the league.

She will join her twin sister Samantha, a defender for the Eagles, at Ithaca College next year.

Rabb is the second Sharon athlete to be named Player of the Year, following basketball player Karlie O’Driscoll in 2013-14. Rabb is also the first Davenport girls’ lacrosse player to earn Player of the Year in the five years that this award has been given out (Marta Versprille of Franklin in 2013 and 2014, Emily Jeffries of Franklin in 2015, and Hana Caster of North Attleboro in 2016).

Honorable Mentions – Annie Walsh, Franklin – Sophia DiCenso, Foxboro – Mackenzie Rosenberg, North Attleboro

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HockomockSports First Team

Gianna Cameron – Franklin – Goalie
Franklin freshman Gianna Cameron stepped in between the pipes for the league’s top program and put together a stellar rookie campaign, as Franklin retained the Kelley-Rex division title and returned to the state semifinal. Cameron allowed only 5.9 goals per game and saved 58.2 percent of the shots she faced. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “Gianna is a very talented goalie, and was consistent in net all year! She made some incredible saves and was the difference maker in many of our close games.”

 

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Hallie Canfield – Foxboro – Defense
Foxboro senior Hallie Canfield was once again an all-star performer for the Warriors as the leader of the second best defense in the Hockomock. The University of Findlay (Ohio)-commit picked up 38 ground balls and caused 30 turnovers this spring, helping Foxboro win a sixth straight Davenport division crown and reach the Div. 2 East final for the first time in program history. Foxboro coach Brittany Sherry said, “Her leadership, communication, hard work and coach-ability has made her the tremendous athlete she is today.”

 

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Grace MacCallum – Franklin – Defense
Franklin junior Grace MacCallum was a major factor for the league champion Panthers, as part of a defensive core that allowed 142 goals this year, the fewest of any Hockomock defense. MacCallum pulled down 42 draw controls, 42 ground balls and caused 26 turnovers this year, helping Franklin finish 22-2 and win the Div. 1 East title for the third time in four years. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “Grace did a great job on defense and on the draw for us this season. She has a knack for coming up with big interceptions and ground balls!”

 

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Emily Schromm – North Attleboro – Defense
North Attleboro senior Emily Schromm has been a defensive standout in multiple sports over her varsity career and this spring she helped North finish second in the Davenport and reach the second round of the tournament. One of the more aggressive defensive players, Schromm was also tenacious on the draw, pulling down 99 draw controls this season. North coach Mike Vitelli said, “[Emily] really helped tilt the field in our favor in so many games. Her speed in transition was completely unstoppable and she also provided us with stellar defense.”

 

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Sophia DiCenso – Foxboro – Midfield
Foxboro sophomore Sophia DiCenso, the 2016 Underclassman of the Year, was voted Hockomock MVP by the league’s coaches and named first team All-Eastern Mass. after leading the Warriors to a sixth straight league title. DiCenso scored 58 goals and recorded 24 assists this season, while also chipping in with 47 ground balls and 23 caused turnovers. Foxboro coach Brittany Sherry said, “As a sophomore Sophia is a leader on both attack and defense. Her ability to see the field has allowed herself and teammates to have success on both ends of the field.”

 

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Maire Foley – Mansfield – Midfield
Mansfield senior Maire Foley was the top goal scorer and second-leading point getter for the Hornets this spring and helped them book a return to the state tournament and an above .500 record. Foley scored 45 goals and record 12 assists this season and was voted the team’s MVP. Mansfield coach Alexis Kobey said, “Maire is a special player…her ability to change her speed is something that was unmatched this year on our team. She will be truly missed next year not only for her skills but her leadership as well.”

 

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Mackenzie Rosenberg – North Attleboro – Midfield
North Attleboro junior Mackenzie Rosenberg was the focal point of the Rocketeers offense this season, leading North to another state tournament appearance and a playoff win for the second year in a row. Rosenberg, a Trinity University-commit, scored 77 goals this spring and chipped in with 33 assists. North coach Mike Vitelli said, “We ran most of our sets through her. She attracted lots of double teams and was able to find open teammates which you can see by her assist total. You’d be hard pressed to find a kid who works harder.”

 

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Annie Walsh – Franklin – Midfield
Franklin sophomore Annie Walsh put in an MVP-caliber season as both the focal point of the Panthers attack and one its key contributors on the defensive side of the ball. The 2017 Underclassman of the Year (see below) scored 79 goals and recorded 15 assists, while shooting 54 percent. Walsh also had 91 draw controls, 53 ground balls, and 52 caused turnovers. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “Annie had a fantastic season as our do-it-all midfielder. I am looking forward to watching her continue to get better!”

 

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Katie Crowther – King Philip – Attack
King Philip junior Katie Crowther was the top scorer for the Warriors again this spring and the three-year starter helped KP pull off two upsets in the Div. 1 East tournament. Crowther finished with 80 goals and 21 assists this season and added 29 draw controls as well. The Southern New Hampsire University-commit now has more than 210 goals in her career. KP coach Julie Boudreau said, “She works hard re-defending and often causes turnovers. This season she transitioned between attack and midfield and was able to show her versatility as a player.”

 

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Meghan Curran – Foxboro – Attack
Foxboro sophomore Meghan Curran was another of the Warriors’ strong underclassmen to put together a stellar season, as Foxboro made history with a sixth straight league title and a first ever sectional final appearance. Curran, a second-team All-Eastern Mass. performer, scored 48 goals and had 42 assists this spring. Foxboro coach Brittany Sherry said, “Her ability to set up her teammates on the offensive end is evident as she leads our team in assists. She’s a great driver, feeder and free position shooter making her a true threat.”

 

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Alex Rabb – Sharon – Attack
Sharon senior Alex Rabb, the 2017 HockomockSports.com Player of the Year (see above) closed out a stellar four-year career for the Eagles as the program’s top scorer and by leading the Eagles to the program’s best ever season. Rabb scored a league-high 73 goals and recorded 12 assists in the regular season then added five goals, including the game-winner, against Newton South in Sharon’s first playoff win. Sharon coach Colleen Carchedi said, “Alex has had a huge impact on the Sharon Girls Lacrosse in the past 3 years and her shoes can never be replaced.”

 

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HockomockSports Second Team

Caroline Watson – King Philip – Goalie
King Philip sophomore Caroline Watson had another outstanding season between the pipes for the Warriors, helping KP finish second in the Kelley-Rex and make a run to the Div. 1 East semifinal. Watson had 10-plus saves in each of the Warriors three playoff games and saved 53 percent of the shots she faced this season. KP coach Julie Boudreau said, “Caroline stepped into the difficult role last year as the varsity’s starting goalie. She have improved every game and truly impressed me, her teammates, and her opponents alike in her skill.”

 

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Christina Hathaway – King Philip – Defense
King Philip junior Christina Hathaway was a rock in the defensive core for the Warriors this season and a key part of the Warriors’ transition game. Hathaway picked up 22 ground balls this year, but her impact went beyond stats as the leader of the KP defense. KP coach Julie Boudreau said, “Her stats certainly do not reflect the positive impact she has on the team – however, if you watch her play, you can clearly see her talent and skill. She is our toughest, mentally and physically, player.”

 

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Grace McDermott – Franklin – Defense
Franklin senior Grace McDermott provided leadership and tenacity in the Panthers league-leading defense that helped propel Franklin to the top ranking in the state, a national top 25 ranking, and a third Div. 1 East title in the last four years. McDermott finished the year with 27 draw controls, 38 ground balls, and 32 caused turnovers. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “Grace did an excellent job as both a captain and starting defender this year. Her determination and work ethic on the field is unmatched, and she will truly be missed!”

 

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Christina Rogers – Foxboro – Defense
Foxboro junior Christina Rogers was named the team’s defensive MVP after a standout season in the league’s second best defense and helped the Warriors make a historic run to the Div. 2 East final. Rogers was the team leader with 81 ground balls and 63 caused turnovers this spring and was chosen as a honorable mention for league all-star by the coaches. Foxboro coach Brittany Sherry said, “Her confidence with the ball, her abilities on the draw circle and her strength in 50-50 balls have made her a true threat defensively.”

 

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Olivia Piazza – Oliver Ames – Midfield
Oliver Ames sophomore Olivia Piazza had a breakout season for the Tigers this spring and helped OA come within two games of a place in the state tournament. Piazza scored 47 goals and recorded 10 assists this season, while also chipping in with 32 ground balls and 74 draw controls. First-year OA coach Abby Tepper said, “Olivia Piazza was our leading scorer as a midfield player who was pivotal on the draw circle and causing turnovers. Her passion and love for the game spreads to her teammates as she is a fierce competitor for our team.”

 

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Sabrina Robbins – Sharon – Midfield
Sharon junior Sabrina Robbins followed up her breakout sophomore campaign by becoming a mainstay in the heart of the Sharon midfield and one of the critical cogs in the Eagles recording a program-best seven league wins, 15 wins overall, and the program’s first playoff victory. Robbins finished the regular season with 47 goals and 30 assists and was named team MVP. Sharon coach Colleen Carchedi said, “She holds the team together, doesn’t let anyone fail around her and has high exceptions for herself and teammates.”

 

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Alana Tavares – Taunton – Midfield
Taunton eighth grader Alana Tavares made quite an impression in her first season in the Hockomock. Tavares finished with 64 goals this season and 13 assists. She also added a league-best 79 ground balls and 83 draw controls. Taunton coach Kerry Northup said, “Alana is the kind of player coaches get excited for to have in their programs. A player who has a humble confidence in her skill set, looks for successes of her teammates over her own, and has a clear understanding of what it means to be a team.”

 

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Erin Walsh – Franklin – Midfield
Franklin freshman Erin Walsh jumped right into the starting lineup during her rookie campaign and put together an all-star season, joining her sister Annie in the Panthers midfield and as one of the team’s top finishers. She finished with 56 goals and 14 assists in her first varsity season, while shooting 48 percent. Walsh also had 21 draw controls, 36 ground balls, and 19 caused turnovers. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “Erin was a spark for us in the midfield this year! Her stick skills are unreal, and her competitiveness really showed.”

 

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Caroline Boudreau – Foxboro – Attack
Foxboro junior Caroline Boudreau was a key member of the Warriors attack not only because of her ability to score, but also because of the possessions that she gained for the team. Boudreau had a league-best 222 draw controls and added 39 goals and 31 assists for the Davenport division champions. Foxboro coach Brittany Sherry said, “We had our success this season because of her abilities on the draw circle. She’s a threat in the air and on the ground and sees the attacking end of the field so well.”

 

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Erin Holley – North Attleboro – Attack/Midfield
North Attleboro senior Erin Holley closed out her standout career with another strong season in the Rocketeers attack and midfield. Holley had 43 goals and 21 assists this spring, helping North book a place in the state tournament and reach the second round for the second straight year. North coach Mike Vitelli said, “Erin was our emotional leader. Not sure I’ve ever had a captain as on the same page as me as Erin was and has been for years. When she was leading our team that’s when we were at our best.”

 

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Caroline Lounsbury – Franklin – Attack
Franklin senior Caroline Lounsbury wrapped up her impressive career for the Panthers with 50 points this spring (39 goals and 11 assists), helping spark a Franklin offense that scored a league-high 311 goals. Lounsbury also chipped in with 24 gound balls and 10 caused turnovers. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “Caroline is one of the most improved players to come through the Franklin program. Her athleticism, speed, leadership, and scoring ability played a huge role for us this year!”

 

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Franklin sophomore midfielder Annie Walsh has been named the 2017 HockomockSports.com Girls Lacrosse Underclassman of the Year after helping the Panthers clinch a sixth straight Kelley-Rex division title, fifth outright title in a row, and another undefeated run through the Hockomock.

Walsh led Franklin with 59 goals (fifth best in the league) and was second on the Panthers with 13 assists. Her 72 points was tied for sixth best in the Hockomock and she passed the 100-goal mark for her career this spring, as she helped the Panthers finish 22-2 and win the Div. 1 East title for the third time in the last four seasons.

“Even with a talented group around her, so much of the Franklin offense ran through Annie this season,” said HockomockSports.com Managing Editor Josh Perry. “But, Annie did a lot more than score goals. She also helped back defensively and often forced the turnover or made a play on defense to get Franklin back the ball.”

In the state tournament, Walsh scored nine goals to lead Franklin to a come from behind victory over Natick and then seven goals in the big win over Concord-Carlisle in the East final. She finished with 22 points in the postseason and also finished with 91 draw controls, 53 ground balls, and 52 caused turnovers this spring.

“Annie had a fantastic season as our do-it-all midfielder,” said Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino. “Not only did she put up big points, but was also important on the draws and on defense. I am looking forward to watching her continue to get better and enter a leadership role!”

Walsh was an honorable mention for the 2016 Underclassman of the Year award and is the second Franklin player to win the award, following Kendall Reardon in 2015. Walsh was also the 2015 Field Hockey Underclassman of the Year and 2016 Field Hockey Player of the Year.

Honorable Mention: Sophia DiCenso, Foxboro – Gianna Cameron, Franklin – Alana Tavares,
Taunton

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Coach of the Year – Kristin Igoe Guarino, Franklin

Franklin head coach Kristin Igoe Guarino has been named the 2017 HockomockSports.com Girls Lacrosse Coach of the Year after leading the Panthers to a sixth straight league title and a third Div. 1 East title in the past four years.

“In Kristin’s tenure, Franklin has emerged as not only the team to beat in the Hockomock, but also among a handful of teams that each season are in the mix for a state title,” said HockomockSports.com Managing Editor Josh Perry. “The Panthers have a giant target on their backs and still remain the class of the league.”

Igoe Guarino led the Panthers to a 22-2 overall record, despite playing one of the hardest schedules not only in the league but in the state. Franklin also went a perfect 10-0 in the Hockomock, while leading the league in most goals scored and fewest goals allowed. Franklin also picked up the program’s first ever win over perennial power Westwood and beat eventual state champion Needham.

This is the third time that Igoe Guarino has been named the Girls Lacrosse Coach of the Year, winning in each of her first two seasons in charge (2013 and 2014). Foxboro’s Brittany Sherry won in 2015 and Sharon’s Colleen Carchedi won in 2016.

Honorable Mention: Brittany Sherry, Foxboro – Colleen Carchedi, Sharon – Alexis Kobey, Mansfield