2026 HockomockSports Girls Lacrosse Awards

Franklin sophomore attacker Clara Blongastainer has been named the 2026 HockomockSports.com Girls Lacrosse Player of the Year. Blongastainer led the Panthers in scoring this season, firing them to a 15th straight league title and a spot in the Div. 1 quarterfinal.

“After a terrific freshman season, Clara took her game to a higher level this spring,” said HockomockSports Managing Editor Josh Perry. “When Clara wanted to get to the cage, it was nearly impossible for defenses to stop her, and that aggressiveness and physicality also made her a force on draws. She keeps adding new dimensions to her game and it will be fun to see how far she can go over the next two years.”

Blongastainer, who was named HockomockSports.com Underclassman of the Year as a freshman and this spring was selected as the Kelley-Rex division MVP by the league’s coaches, made a big leap this season, scoring 101 goals and dishing out 17 assists to finish with a league-high 118 points. She also snagged 154 draw controls, ensuring that the Panthers had multiple possessions and more chances to attack, which contributed to Franklin leading the league with 316 goals (nearly 60 more than any other team). Blongastainer also stepped up in the big games, like scoring six goals in the playoff opener against Andover and recording four points and grabbing four draw controls to beat Bishop Feehan in the Sweet Sixteen.

“Clara is only a sophomore, but took on a huge role this year as our primary draw taker and goal scorer,” said Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino. “Her ability to get to the cage is one of the best Franklin lacrosse has ever had.”

Blongastainer is the first sophomore to earn this honor. She joins fellow Panthers Marta Versprille (2013 and 2014), Emily Jeffries (2015), and Annie Walsh (2019) as girls lacrosse players of the year and follows North Attleboro’s Hana Caster, Foxboro’s Sophia DiCenso, King Philip’s Makenzie McDevitt, and Walsh as players who earned both Underclassman of the Year and Player of the Year honors.

Honorable Mentions – Addie Riley (Foxboro), Lauren Obara (King Philip), Nora Giannacopoulos (Canton)

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Please note that the HockomockSports.com awards are selected by our staff. They are completely separate from the Hockomock League All-Stars. Players are listed alphabetically by position.

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HockomockSports First Team

Annabelle Fanjoy – Foxboro – Goalie
Foxboro junior Annabelle Fanjoy was a standout in her first season as the starting goalie for the Warriors, helping them win a 14th straight Davenport division title and get back to the Div. 3 Sweet Sixteen. Fanjoy’s athleticism was on full display this season, as she made 174 saves and allowed just 186 goals in 20 games (around nine per game), which was third best in the Hock. She helped Foxboro hold nine opponents to single digits and was selected as an all-star by the Hockomock League coaches. Foxboro coach Kathleen McCullough said, “Annabelle had a standout junior year in cage. She was the key component in some of our impact wins this year. She was a dynamic and vocal leader.”

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Reese Hassman – Foxboro – Defense
Foxboro senior Reese Hassman was a key piece in one of the league’s top defensive units and helped the Warriors bring home a 14th consecutive Davenport division title and make a return to the Div. 3 Sweet Sixteen. Hassman was a leader at the back, a strong positional defender, and a key to Foxboro allowing just 186 goals in 20 games this season (around nine per game), which was the third-fewest in the Hock. Foxboro coach Kathleen McCullough said, “Reese had a crucial role in directing and coaching up our defense. She has a great understanding of team defense and helped unify the group to work together this year. A true leader and communicator.”

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Morgan Lovell – Franklin – Defense
Franklin senior Morgan Lovell was a dominant presence in the league’s best defensive unit, helping the Panthers win 19 games, complete another perfect Hock campaign, win a 15th straight Kelley-Rex division title, and reach the Div. 1 quarterfinal. The Connecticut College soccer-commit grabbed 29 ground balls and had 80 draw controls this season, bringing intensity and athleticism to a defense that allowed 127 goals in 21 games (just six per game). Lovell was selected as an all-star by the Hockomock League coaches. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “Morgan is a sensational multi-sport athlete. Her drive, compete level and athleticism shined on the draw circle and defensive end for us this year. She is truly a role model and shows that you can still play more than one sport in high school!”

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Lauren Obara – King Philip – Defense
King Philip senior defender Lauren Obara was a standout for the league’s second-stingiest defense, helping the Warriors reach 12 wins and the Div. 2 Sweet Sixteen. Obara contributed in myriad ways for KP this spring, totaling 42 ground balls, 22 caused turnovers, 13 draw controls, and a pair of assists, while being tasked with covering the opposition’s main attacking threat every game. She was selected as an all-star by the Hockomock League coaches. KP coach Chris Carbone said, “Lauren was the backbone of our team being asked to cover the No. 1 option on scout every week. She was a force all season shutting attackers down and creating plays on the circle.”

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Clara Blongastainer – Franklin – Attack/Midfield
Franklin sophomore Clara Blongastainer followed up her terrific freshman season by becoming the league’s top attacking threat and driving the Panthers to another unbeaten league campaign and a spot in the Div. 1 quarterfinal. The HockomockSports.com Player of the Year (see above), Blongastainer had 101 goals and 17 assists this season, finishing second in the Hock in points during the regular season. She also grabbed 154 draw controls, consistently winning the ball back for the prolific Franklin attack. Blongastainer was selected as Kelley-Rex MVP by the coaches. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “Clara is only a sophomore, but took on a huge role this year as our primary draw taker and goal scorer. Her ability to get to the cage is one of the best Franklin lacrosse has ever had.”

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Amelia Collins – Attleboro – Attack/Midfield
Attleboro senior attacker Amelia Collins closed out her four-year varsity career by leading the Bombardiers in goals and helping them reach nine wins and a spot in the Div. 1 tournament. The Salve Regina University-commit had 75 goals and finished with a program-record 258 for her career. Collins also had three assists and 91 draw controls this spring, was selected as an all-star by the league’s coaches, and earned the team’s Shane Collins Award (named after her father and former Attleboro coach, who passed away during the season). Attleboro coach Kerri Beland said, “As one of our captains and a cornerstone of our attack, Mia consistently set the tone for our offensive unit this season. She has a natural ability to create scoring opportunities. Mia faced tremendous personal loss this season and yet continued to show up for her team – her presence was a source of strength for those around her, and her commitment never wavered even during an incredibly difficult time.”

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Izzy Cross – Franklin – Attack/Midfield
Franklin senior Izzy Cross was one of the main attacking threats for the Panthers this season, delivering key goals during their 19-win season and helping them win a 15th straight league title, complete another unbeaten Hock campaign, and reach the Div. 1 quarterfinal. Cross nearly reached the 100-point plateau this season, scoring 65 goals and dishing out 31 assists. She scored six goals in Franklin’s win at Bishop Feehan in the Sweet Sixteen. Cross was selected as an all-star by the Hockomock League coaches. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “Izzy had an outstanding season on attack this season. She was a balanced attacker with both vision for her teammates, but also knowing when to take it to cage. She was the catalyst to our win against Feehan in the tournament.”

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Nora Giannacopoulos – Canton – Attack/Midfield
Canton senior Nora Giannacopoulos closed out her stellar four-year career by finishing among the league’s top scorers and helping the Bulldogs bounce back from a tough 2025 by finishing second in the Davenport and reaching the Div. 2 state tournament. The Bentley University-commit scored 58 goals and had 25 assists this spring, despite receiving all the focus from opposing defenses, and ended her career with 227 goals and 300 points. She was selected as an all-star by the Hockomock League coaches. Canton coach Jess Powers said, “Nora is a complete player. Her scoring, playmaking, defense, and overall feel for the game were instrumental to our success. She is one of the hardest working athletes I’ve been around and I can’t say enough about her impact on the field. She will be missed next year.”

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Kayla Isleib – Oliver Ames – Attack/Midfield
Oliver Ames junior Kayla Isleib led the league in scoring during the regular season, firing the Tigers to nine wins and a return to the Div. 2 state tournament. A dynamic attacker, Isleib scored 98 goals and dished out 15 assists this spring, but also contributed in all facets of the game. She added 96 draw controls, 46 free position shots, 29 ground balls, and 10 caused turnovers, giving the Tigers a playmaker at both ends of the field. Isleib was selected as an all-star by the league’s coaches. OA coach Fred Isleib said, “A lefty attack who has the ability to dodge either hand as a means to drive the cage. Has tremendous vision on the lacrosse field with a strong lax IQ, makes those around her better. She is relentless on the rides and was able to create turnovers that resulted in goals for OA.”

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Chloe McGarry – Foxboro – Attack/Midfield
Foxboro junior Chloe McGarry was a dynamic player on both ends of the field for the Warriors, helping them secure a 14th straight Davenport division title, 14 wins overall, and a spot in the Div. 3 Sweet Sixteen. McGarry was one of the league’s leading scorers again this season, producing 38 goals and (a team-high) 48 assists, while also being one of Foxboro’s top on-ball defenders. She was selected as an all-star by the Hockomock League coaches. Foxboro coach Kathleen McCullough said, “Chloe makes an impact on both ends. She has great lacrosse IQ, reads defenders well and has standout speed. Highest assists on team, as she is a great playmaker for us.”

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Addie Riley – Foxboro – Attack/Midfield
Foxboro senior Addie Riley was once again at the heart of everything for the Warriors. The Endicott College-commit was one of the league’s top scorers and she helped the Warriors win 14 games, clinch a 14th straight Davenport division title, and book a spot in the Div. 3 Sweet Sixteen. Riley finished with 73 goals and chipped in with 17 assists, while contributing on draws and on defense. She was selected as the Davenport division MVP by the league’s coaches. Foxboro coach Kathleen McCullough said, “Addie became quite the draw specialist for us which was key in close games. Addie was our top attacking threat and knows how to find gaps in defensive sets.”

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Ryleigh Waldner – King Philip – Attack/Midfield
King Philip junior Ryleigh Waldner took on the role of go-to scorer this season and she led the Warriors in goals and points to power them to 12 wins and a spot in the Div. 2 Sweet Sixteen. Coming off a breakout sophomore campaign, Waldner scored 52 goals and had 14 assists. She also chipped in with 35 ground balls and 29 caused turnovers, using her athleticism to contribute on both ends of the field. Waldner was selected as an all-star by the league’s coaches. KP coach Chris Carbone said, “First player on the field, last player off the field, by far the hardest worker I have coached, Ryleigh is a hard dodging attacker but what separates her is her hustle on the ride, to create turnovers and turn them into goals.”

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HockomockSports Second Team

Avalina DiGiallonardo – Milford – Goalie
Milford senior goalie Avalina DiGiallonardo had another strong season between the pipes for the Hawks and earned second team honors for the second year in a row. DiGiallonardo was busy again this spring, making 226 saves and helping the Hawks hold opponents to 209 goals in 18 games (less than 12 per game), which was the sixth best in the Hock. She ended her career with 614 saves. DiGiallonardo was selected as an all-star by the league’s coaches for a second straight season. Milford coach Briana Maietta said, “Avalina has developed this contagious energy that our team will truly miss. She’s a very coachable athlete and has a true passion for the game.”

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Madison McCabe – Canton – Defense
Canton junior Madison McCabe, a three-sport athlete, provided the Bulldogs with important leadership and athleticism in defense this season, helping them make a leap back into second place in the Davenport division and into the Div. 2 state tournament. With McCabe leading the way, Canton’s defense held opponents to 195 goals in 18 games (less than 11 per game), which was fourth best in the Hock, and allowed less than 10 goals in a game six times. Canton coach Jess Powers said, “Maddie’s impact goes far beyond the stat sheet. She has great instincts and always guarded our opponent’s top player. She’s strong, physical and really hard to beat one on one. Her speed also played a key role in starting our transition.”

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Kendall Mone – Franklin – Defense
Franklin junior Kendall Mone had an impressive first season as a starter in defense. She led the Panthers in both ground balls and caused turnovers and her athleticism was a key factor in Franklin having the league’s stingiest defense, winning 19 games, finishing a perfect Hock campaign, and reaching the Div. 1 quarterfinal. With Mone added to an experienced group, the Panthers allowed only 127 goals in 21 games (just six per game). She was selected as an honorable mention for all-star by the Hockomock League coaches. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “Kendall had a breakout season on defense this year. She came up with big plays, and led our team in ground balls and caused turnovers.”

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Ashleigh Whitbread – King Philip – Defense
King Philip senior defender Ashleigh Whitbread was one of the vocal leaders for the league’s second-best defensive unit (185 goals allowed in 20 games this season) and a key factor in the Warriors winning 12 games and reaching the Div. 2 Sweet Sixteen. Whitbread had 20 ground balls and caused nine turnovers, while helping to organize the defense and keep everyone in the right place all spring. On a team that leaned on its defense for its success, Whitbread delivered each game. KP coach Chris Carbone said, “An aggressive on-ball defender with confidence to push the ball in transition, Ashleigh was a force protecting the crease this season being a key vocal leader.”

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Addie Curran – North Attleboro – Attack/Midfield
North Attleboro junior Addie Curran led the Rocketeers in goals and points this season, helping them win 10 games and reach the Div. 2 state tournament. Curran was one of the league’s most dynamic attackers, scoring 75 goals and dishing out 13 assists. She was also second on the team with 75 draw controls, scooped 28 ground balls, and had 18 caused turnovers. Curran reached the 100-goal, 100-point, and 100-draw control marks for her career. She was selected as a league all-star and an EMGLCA honorable mention. North coach Dawn Kafel-Forge said, “A junior captain, Addie dominated the draw circle and is the spark to our offense. She kicked into a new gear this season, more than doubling her goal total from last season. Addie has the ability to score in many ways which makes her difficult to defend.”

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Tessa Johnson – Mansfield – Attack/Midfield
Mansfield senior Tessa Johnson capped her four-year varsity career by leading the Hornets in scoring during the regular season and keeping Mansfield in the running for a playoff spot to the final week. Johnson, a three-sport athlete, scored 32 goals and dished out 28 assists for the Hornets this spring, giving them a focal point to run their attack through and a playmaker who could break down opposing defenses. She was selected as an all-star by the Hockomock League coaches. Mansfield coach Katy Garvin said, “Tessa was a key player in our offense who consistently set the tone and energy for the team. She was a dynamic attacker that could both finish herself and set her teammates up. We will miss her playing and leadership next season!”

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Kit Perron – Oliver Ames – Attack/Midfield
Oliver Ames junior Kit Perron continued her terrific varsity career with another prolific season up front for the Tigers, helping OA win nine games and book a place in the Div. 2 tournament. Perron was second on the team in scoring, finding the back of the net 55 times and dishing out 10 assists. She also had 65 draw controls, 30 free position shots, and 12 ground balls, contributing all over the field. Perron was selected as an all-star by the Hockomock League coaches. OA coach Fred Isleib said, “Kit was the primary draw taker and her placement of the ball on the circle allowed OA to capture many possessions. She is a two-way midfielder, who is very strong on the defensive side of the field. Her ability to transition the ball from defense to offense was a key factor in our success during the past season.”

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Morgan Riley – Foxboro – Attack/Midfield
Foxboro senior Morgan Riley closed out her career with her best scoring season, while contributing her typical energy, leadership, and tenacity. Riley scored 44 goals and had 22 assists this season, giving Foxboro a physical presence on both ends of the field that the opposition found difficult to contain. She was selected as an all-star by the league’s coaches for her role in securing Foxboro’s 14th straight Davenport division title and another run to the Div. 3 Sweet Sixteen. Foxboro coach Kathleen McCullough said, “Morgan is the team workhorse. She makes momentum shifting plays for us whether it’s a key ground ball or an end-to-end goal. She is a leader both vocally and through actions.”

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Ruby Risgin – Franklin – Attack/Midfield
Franklin sophomore Ruby Risgin emerged as one of the league’s most dynamic attacking threats and gave the league’s top offense another weapon who can create scoring chances. Risgin finished the regular season with 44 goals and 24 assists in her first season as a starter. With Risgin added to the attack, Franklin led the league with 316 goals in 21 games, completed a perfect Hock campaign, won a 15th straight league title, and reached the Div. 1 quarterfinal. Risgin was selected as an all-star by the Hockomock League coaches. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “Ruby was another player who had a breakout year for us. It was great to see her confidence grow as an attacker. She will be another top threat next season.”

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Addie Ruster – North Attleboro – Attack/Midfield
North Attleboro sophomore Addie Ruster had a breakout season for the Rocketeers, emerging as one of the league’s top scorers and helping them achieve 10 wins and a return to the Div. 2 state tournament. Ruster was second on the team with 60 goals and she added 23 assists. Her 83 points ranked third on the team. A tall, athletic player, Ruster also contributed with 34 draw controls, 41 ground balls, and 14 caused turnovers. She scored her 100th career point this spring. North coach Dawn Kafel-Forge said, “Addie uses her speed and first to the ball mentality to beat defenders. Addie was a strong presence in the midfield, often sparking a quick transition downfield that would lead to finishing in the offensive end.”

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Grace Starr – Canton – Attack/Midfield
Canton freshman Grace Starr was an important addition to the attack this season, playing with composure that belied her youth and immediately becoming one of the league’s top goal scorers. With Starr providing another attacking outlet, the Bulldogs won 11 games, jumped to second in the Davenport division, and returned to the Div. 2 tournament. Starr finished her first season with 54 goals, which was in the top 10 in the Hock, and 10 assists. Canton coach Jess Powers said, “Grace plays with a confidence and creativity that makes her really fun to watch. Her scoring touch and finishing ability is impressive. Her future is super bright and I’m excited to have her for the next few years.”

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Makenah Stokes – Attleboro – Attack/Midfield
Attleboro senior midfielder Makenah Stokes was named team MVP after providing the Bombardiers with a big season in attack and on the draw, helping them win nine games and get back to the Div. 1 state tournament. The Salve Regina University-commit scored 67 goals and dished out 10 assists this season, eclipsing the 100-goal and 100-point marks for her career. She also led the team with 125 draw controls, setting a program record with 258 for her career. Stokes was named an all-star by the Hock coaches. Attleboro coach Kerri Beland said, “Makenah was an anchor for our team this season – as an exceptional leader, she was someone her teammates consistently looked to for support, guidance, and energy. She was a driving force in our success this season – her height, toughness, and relentless competitiveness made her a force on the draw and in 50-50 situations, where she was willing to do whatever it took to gain possession.”

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Canton freshman midfielder Grace Starr has been named the 2026 HockomockSports.com Girls Lacrosse Underclassman of the Year, an award given to the league’s top freshman or sophomore, after finishing as one of the leading goal scorers in the Hock and helping Canton finish second in the Davenport division.

“Grace was an impact player from the first game and showed that she was more than ready to compete at the varsity level,” said HockomockSports.com Managing Editor Josh Perry. “She had the quickness and skill to beat her defenders and was an impressive finisher around the cage. Grace also gave Canton another athletic defender on the other end of the field.”

Starr finished second on the team in scoring and was in the top 10 in the Hockomock League in goals during the regular season. With 54 goals and 10 assists, Starr added a dynamic scoring threat to Canton’s attack, helping the Bulldogs increase their team scoring by more than 50 goals and more than double their win total from 2025. She was a big factor in Canton starting the season with nine wins in its opening 11 games and going into its game with Foxboro having a chance at a league title.

“Grace plays with a confidence and creativity that makes her really fun to watch,” said Canton coach Jess Powers. “Her scoring touch and finishing ability is impressive. Her future is super bright and I’m excited to have her for the next few years.”

Starr is the second Canton player to receive this honor in the past three seasons, joining Nora Giannacopoulos, who won it in 2024. She is also the second Canton athlete to be named Underclassman of the Year in their respective sport this school year, following sophomore Kellen Labanara being recognized in hockey.

Honorable Mention – Ruby Risgin (Franklin), Mallory Feetham (Foxboro), Vivian Frazier (King Philip)

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Coach of the Year – Jess Powers, Canton

Canton head coach Jess Powers has been named the 2026 HockomockSports.com Girls Lacrosse Coach of the Year after leading the Bulldogs to 11 wins, second place in the Davenport division, and a return to the Div. 2 state tournament.

With a relatively young lineup that featured three freshman starters, Powers led the Bulldogs to a 5-0 start and nine wins in their first 11 games. Canton made massive leaps on both ends of the field in Powers’ second year in charge. The Bulldogs were fourth in the league with 230 goals scored (an increase of 54 from 2025) and with 195 goals allowed (a decrease of 43 from last year). Their 11-win total was more than double the five wins they had in all of 2025. The team’s progress could be seen in its games against the perennial powers, including eight goals scored against Franklin, a one-goal loss to King Philip, and two competitive games down the stretch with Foxboro.

“Jess was able to quickly turn things around from a tough first season, putting all the pieces together and making Canton a legit contender in the Davenport,” said HockomockSports.com Managing Editor Josh Perry. “Young players stepped right into the lineup and had the confidence to perform even against the league’s top teams. It was a real leap forward this season.”

Powers is the second Canton coach to return to her alma mater and receive this recognition, following Casey Bradley in 2022. It is the second time in three seasons that the award has gone to a Davenport coach, after Foxboro’s Kathleen McCullough in 2024.

Honorable Mention – Chris Carbone (King Philip), Kathleen McCullough (Foxboro), Kristin Igoe Guarino (Franklin)