2025 HockomockSports Girls Lacrosse Awards

King Philip senior midfielder Makenzie McDevitt has been named the 2025 HockomockSports.com Girls Lacrosse Player of the Year. McDevitt led the Warriors in scoring this season, helping them finish second in the Kelley-Rex division and return to the Div. 1 Sweet Sixteen.

“Makenzie wrapped up an impressive career with King Philip with a terrific senior season,” said HockomockSports Editor Ryan Lanigan. “She made an impact all over the field and has been one of the most talented offensive players in the Hockomock over the past couple of seasons. Makenzie is a big reason the Warriors qualified for the state tournament in each of the past four seasons and won 36 Hock games in that stretch.”

McDevitt continued her consistently stellar, all-around play by amassing 68 goals and 21 assists for a team-high 89 points, including nine in KP’s two playoff games. The Boston University-commit also finished with 100 draw controls and 30 ground balls, impacting the game on both ends of the field with an effort that spurred her teammates on. A former HockomockSports.com Underclassman of the Year, McDevitt added to her accolades by earning Kelley-Rex MVP honors for the second consecutive season and being selected to the EMGLCA Second Team.

“Our senior captain had one of the quietest, 80-point seasons you can have,” said King Philip head coach Matt Custodio. “She is an unselfish leader that wanted the best for her teammates even if it meant pulling her out of the game in the second half. Makenzie has a bright future in front of her, and we cannot wait to see her continue to improve.”

McDevitt is the first King Philip girls lacrosse player to earn this recognition but is the ninth female KP athlete to be honored in their respective sport, including the fourth in the past two school years. She joins girls soccer players Heidi Lawrence (2023) and Dani Lomuscio (2024) as well as field hockey player Kelley Holmes (2023) to be recognized as player of the year since fall of 2023.

Honorable Mentions – Nora Giannacopoulos (Canton), Cate Noone (Foxboro), Julia Flynn (Franklin)

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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

Kaitlyn Parish – King Philip – Goalie
King Philip senior goalie Kaitlyn Parish had another impressive season in the cage to help the Warriors finish second in the Kelley-Rex division and get back to the Div. 1 Sweet Sixteen. The Westminster College-commit made 151 saves this season with a goals against average of 6.68. She added 22 ground balls and stopped 54.3 percent of the shots that she faced. Parish, a two-time First Team goalie, was selected as an all-star by the Hockomock League coaches. King Philip head coach Matt Custodio said, “Kaitlyn has been a brick wall at the back for the past two seasons and has deserved every honor given to her. Kaitlyn is the loudest voice on the field. From her complete game shutout against Taunton to her nine-save, out-of-her-mind performance against Medfield, Kaitlyn gives her all for her team.”

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Maeve Grasso – Franklin – Defense
Franklin senior Maeve Grasso was the anchor of the league’s top defensive unit and a critical factor in the Panthers extending their impressive Hock win streak to 133 games and bringing home a 15th straight league title. Grasso had 16 ground balls this year, as Franklin allowed just 112 goals in 20 games, which was more than 40 fewer than any other team in the league. Grasso was selected as an all-star by the league’s coaches. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “Maeve was a captain and the leader of our defense this year. She is such a smart player. That, plus her communication skills, were a huge reason why we were able to do as well as we did and average under six goals against per game.”
 

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Hannah Higgins – Foxboro – Defense
Foxboro senior defender Hannah Higgins was a rock in the back line for the Warriors this season, helping them win a 13th straight Davenport division title and make a run to the Div. 3 quarterfinals for the fourth straight season. With Higgins providing leadership at the back, Foxboro allowed just 178 goals in 21 games this season, which ranked third in the league for fewest goals allowed. The Hobart & William Smith Colleges-commit was named the team’s defensive MVP for her play this year. Foxboro coach Kathleen McCullough said, “Hannah was the anchor to our defense. She was the vocal leader needed to keep the girls working in unison and playing physical and disciplined lacrosse.”
 

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Lauren Obara – King Philip – Defense
King Philip junior Lauren Obara was a rock in the back line for the Warriors this season, helping them finish second in the Kelley-Rex division and allow the second-fewest goals in the league. Obara totaled 30 draw controls, 36 ground balls, 17 caused turnovers, and an assist this spring, as KP allowed just 155 goals in 22 games (just about seven per game) while playing a difficult non-league schedule. She was selected as an all-star by the Hockomock League coaches. King Philip head coach Matt Custodio said, “Lauren anchored our defensive unit and was always willing to mark the opposition’s best player. The first person to battle for a ground ball, Lauren is the player and leader that every team is hoping to have.”

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Isabella Cavallini – Attleboro – Attack/Midfield
Attleboro senior Isabella Cavallini had a standout season in her final season playing for the Bombardiers. The Bentley University commit has played a big role in elevating the lacrosse program at Attleboro, which culminated in their best league season since joining the Hock with an 8-3 record. This spring she scored 46 goals, dished out 38 assists, shined in the circle with 98 draw controls and added 47 ground balls. She finished with over 270 career points, including 183 career goals. “Bella is the definition of a fierce competitor — her drive, passion, and lacrosse IQ are unmatched,” said Attleboro head coach Kerri Beland. “She was a force all season long and she doubled her assist numbers from last year, showcasing her growth as a playmaker and her unselfish ability to elevate her teammates. Whether she was scoring or setting up her teammates, Bella played a role in the majority of our team’s goals this year. Her presence on the circle was dominant, often shifting the momentum in key moments of the game. I’m excited to see her continue on her lacrosse career at Bentley!”

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Julia Flynn – Franklin – Attack/Midfield
Franklin senior Julia Flynn was an all-around standout for the Panthers, contributing all over the field and driving them to a 15th straight league title and to another unbeaten league campaign. Flynn filled the stat sheet all season. She scored 46 goals and had 21 assists, while also accumulating 35 ground balls, 23 caused turnovers, and 116 draw controls. Flynn was selected as an all-star by the Hockomock League coaches. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “Julia was a senior captain for us, and was the heartbeat of our team. She did it all for us in the midfield, and is one of the most competitive players I have ever had the pleasure of coaching. Her presence will be missed next year.”
 

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Nora Giannacopoulos – Canton – Attack/Midfield
Canton junior Nora Giannacopoulos was one of the league’s most dynamic all-around performers this season and one of the main reasons that Canton remained in the running for second place in the Davenport division and for a spot in the top 32 in Div. 2 until the final week of the regular season. The Bentley University-commit finished the season with an even 100 points. She scored 82 goals and had 18 assists as the team’s main playmaker. Giannacopoulos was selected as an all-star by the league’s coaches. Canton coach Jess Powers said, “Nora was a crucial player for us. Her scoring, passing, draw controls, and defense kept us in games. Her ability to draw defenders and open up plays for her teammates was a huge advantage.”

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Makenzie McDevitt – King Philip – Attack/Midfield
King Philip senior Makenzie McDevitt closed out her four-year varsity career with another season among the league’s leading scorers, helping the Warriors secure second place in the Kelley-Rex division and get back to the Div. 1 Sweet Sixteen. The Boston University-commit scored 68 goals, had 21 assists, controlled 100 draws, and scooped 30 ground balls this spring. The HockomockSports.com Player of the Year (see above) finished with more than 300 career points and was named Kelley-Rex MVP for the second straight year. King Philip head coach Matt Custodio said, “She is an unselfish leader that wanted the best for her teammates. Makenzie has a bright future in front of her and we cannot wait to see her continue to improve.”

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Cate Noone – Foxboro – Attack/Midfield
Foxboro senior Cate Noone had another dominant all-around season for the Warriors, helping them clinch a 13th straight Davenport division title and reach the Div. 3 quarterfinals for the fourth straight season. The Furman University-commit was named the Davenport MVP for the second year in a row after recording 121 points. She finished with 78 goals and 43 assists and was once again among the league’s top attacking threats. Foxboro coach Kathleen McCullough said, “A true ‘draw specialist,’ Cate worked extremely hard to fine-tune her stick handling on the draw. She was an impact player for gaining possession for us. Cate was the quarterback to our offense and was a fun player to watch create scoring opportunities for our girls.”

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Ella Palanza – Mansfield – Attack/Midfield
Mansfield senior Ella Palanza showed off her athleticism again this spring, leading the Hornets in scoring and helping them finish second in the Davenport division and record 10 wins on the season. The Curry College basketball and lacrosse commit finished the year with 70 goals and 16 assists. She also pulled down 84 draw controls for the Hornets. Palanza was selected as an all-star by the Hockomock League coaches. Mansfield coach Katy Garvin said, “Ella was someone I never wanted to take off the field. She made things happen on the offensive end, and dominated on the draw circle, leading to opportunities for us to score. She was a great role model for the younger girls and we will miss her next season!”

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Ellie Regan – North Attleboro – Attack/Midfield
North Attleboro senior Ellie Regan was once again the leader in midfield for the Rocketeers, the team’s leading scorer, and a major factor in North finishing the spring with 12 wins. It was nearly double the number of wins from 2024 and most since the 2017 season. Regan contributed in all facets of the game, scoring 70 goals and recording 23 assists, while compiling 40 draw controls, 32 ground balls, and 21 caused turnovers. She was selected as an all-star by the Hockomock League coaches. North coach Dawn Kafel-Forge said, “Ellie was the catalyst of our offense this year. Ellie’s speed and ability to get her hands free to shoot from difficult angles made her very effective inside the critical scoring area. As a midfielder, Ellie was also a strong part of our defensive unit.”

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Addie Riley – Foxboro – Attack/Midfield
Foxboro junior Addie Riley put together another stellar season for the Warriors, helping propel them to a 13th straight Davenport division title and reach the Div. 3 quarterfinals for the fourth straight season. Riley was second on Foxboro in scoring, finishing with 92 points. This spring, Riley scored 69 goals and dished out 23 assists. After an impressive all-around season, she was selected as an all-star by the Hockomock League coaches. Foxboro coach Kathleen McCullough said, “Addie really honed in on her attacking game this year. She was able to find the seams, dodge hard and consistently find the back of the net. Addie plays with passion and grit.”
 

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HockomockSports Second Team

Avalina DiGiallonardo – Milford – Goalie
Milford junior Avalina DiGiallonardo had another strong season between the pipes for the Scarlet Hawks. In her second year as a starter, DiGiallonardo had some standout performances and kept Milford in a lot of close games. She established herself as a top shot-stopper last year as a sophomore with almost 200 saves in the season, and she came back this year and played in all of Milford’s 16 games. This year, she had 188 saves, including some big ones against some of the top teams in the Hock, and had a 0.472 save percentage, which ranked fourth in the Hockomock League in the regular season.
 

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Carys Colby – Mansfield – Defense
Mansfield senior Carys Colby was a leader at the back for the Hornets, who finished second in the Davenport division and reached 10 wins for the third year in a row. The Franklin Pierce field hockey commit contributed all over the field, scoring nine goals and grabbing 13 draw controls, while giving the Mansfield defense a vocal and physical presence. Mansfield coach Katy Garvin said, “Carys was one of our best defenders, often handling the best players on the opposing team with ease. She was able to cause turnovers and turn defense into offense, ending the set with a goal. Carys had a spark on the draw and was able to turn some of our close games around with a draw control win.”

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Julianne Gilchrist – Canton – Defense
Canton senior defender Julianne Gilchrist brought athleticism and leadership to the back line for the Bulldogs this season. Giving direction to a relatively young and inexperienced defensive unit, Gilchrist helped keep the Bulldogs in the running for second place in the Davenport division to the final game of the regular season. Canton coach Jess Powers said, “Jules brought a lot of athleticism and aggressiveness to our defensive unit. She read plays really well and was a reliable one-on-one defender.”

 

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Morgan Lovell – Franklin – Defense
Franklin junior Morgan Lovell was a breakout star of the league’s best defensive units. Lovell brought energy and athleticism to the back line, helping Franklin win a 15th straight league title, extend its Hock win streak to a remarkable 133 games, and allow a league-low 112 goals in 20 games (fewer than six per game). She finished the season with 17 ground balls and 44 draw controls. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “Morgan is one of the most improved players in our program. With her athleticism, she was able to take on a bigger role this season and was key on the draw circle and on the defensive end. I love that she shines as a multi-sport athlete!”
 

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Clara Blongastainer – Franklin – Attack/Midfield
Franklin freshman Clara Blongastainer wasted no time making her impact felt, finishing her first varsity season as one of the team’s leading scorers and a big part of Franklin’s perfect league campaign (extending its Hock win streak to 133 games) and 15th straight league title. Blongastainer finished the season with 70 points, scoring 61 goals and handing out nine assists. The HockomockSports.com Underclassman of the Year (see below) was selected as an all-star by the league’s coaches. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “Clara is only a freshman, but she never played like one. Her stick handling skills are top notch, and she always played with confidence. She provided a spark on offense that we were missing last season.”

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Amelia Collins – Attleboro – Attack/Midfield
Attleboro junior Amelia Collins continued to play a crucial role for the Bombardiers this spring, helping the program to their best Hock season (8-3 record) since joining the league. A crafty and dangerous finisher in the offensive third, Collins erupted for 80 goals this season and added six assists. She also chipped in with 30 draw controls and 15 ground balls. With one season left, she has over 200 career points, including 183 career goals. “Amelia was an essential part of our attack this season — a true leader and a constant scoring threat,” said Attleboro head coach Kerri Beland. “She played with intensity, precision, and poise, and in close games, we felt completely confident when the ball was in her stick. She had a natural ability to stay calm under pressure and make the right play, whether that meant creating an opportunity to go 1-v-1 to goal, or using her speed to get open on a cut. I’m looking forward to seeing all that she can accomplish in her senior season!”

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Izzy Cross – Franklin – Attack/Midfield
Franklin junior Izzy Cross stepped into a bigger role this season and provided an attacking spark, leading the Panthers in scoring with 82 points. Her scoring punch helped Franklin extend its league win streak to 133 games, complete another perfect Hock campaign, and bring home a 15th straight league title. Cross finished the season with a career-high 62 goals and she dished out 20 assists. She was selected as an all-star by the league’s coaches. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “Izzy had a breakout season on attack this year. Not only can she score in many different ways, but she is also a very unselfish player and was always ready to set her teammates up as well.”
 

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TJ Downing – Milford – Attack/Midfield
Milford senior TJ Downing wrapped up a lengthy varsity career at Milford with another impressive lacrosse season. A three-sport standout, Downing is a two-time lacrosse all star and also earned an all-league selection in volleyball this past fall, and honorable mention honors for basketball this winter. She has been one of Milford’s top players since her sophomore season and finished top 12 in scoring in the Hockomock League in the regular season in each of the past two seasons. This spring, she scored a team-high 48 goals and led the Scarlet Hawks with 24 assists. Across 16 games, her 72 points finished 12th in the Hockomock League.
 

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Bailey Garte – Sharon – Attack/Midfield
Sharon senior Bailey Garte was once again one of the top offensive players in the Hockomock League. This year, she was once again over the half century mark for goals, scoring 51 times across 18 games in the regular season while adding 39 assists to finish the regular season with 90 points. In Sharon’s first playoff game since 2019, Garte paced the Eagles with four goals and five assists. “Bailey Garte dominated the field for the Eagles this season,” said Sharon head coach Aisling Lydeard. “She consistently elevated both her own game and the performance of her teammates. While her presence in the midfield was an undeniable asset, it was at the center draw where Garte truly shined, controlling an astounding 81 crucial possessions for the Eagles. This relentless drive was instrumental in guiding the team to the postseason. Her exceptional leadership and on-field dominance will undoubtedly be missed by the Eagles next year.”

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Sierra King – King Philip – Attack/Midfield
King Philip senior Sierra King made the most of her move out of defense, putting in a career year as one of the Warriors’ top attacking threats and all-around performers. The Stonehill College-commit was the team leader in draw controls with 110 and caused turnovers with 30, while chipping in with 43 goals and 32 assists. She also snagged 38 ground balls, putting her defensive skills to good use further up the field. King was selected as an all-star by the league’s coaches. King Philip head coach Matt Custodio said, “After being a defender for three years, Sierra took the step up to play midfield and scored 75 points while still leading our team in draw controls and caused turnovers. Sierra set high goals for herself this season and accomplished almost all of them.”

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Chloe McGarry – Foxboro – Attack/Midfield
Foxboro sophomore Chloe McGarry was one of the most dynamic underclassmen this season. She was third on the team in scoring, which helped the Warriors secure a 13th straight Davenport division title and make it the Div. 3 quarterfinals for the fourth consecutive season. McGarry scored a career-high 78 points this spring. She had 38 goals and dished out 40 assists. Thanks to her all-around play, she was selected as an all-star by the Hockomock League coaches. Foxboro coach Kathleen McCullough said, “A true two-way midfielder, Chloe had a breakout sophomore season. Chloe was a threat not only on attack but had a knack for intercepting passes and causing turnovers.”
 

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Kayla Isleib – Oliver Ames – Attack/Midfield
Oliver Ames sophomore Kayla Isleib had a breakout season as the main attacking threat for the Tigers, having a hand in nearly half of the team’s goals this spring. Isleib scored 61 goals and dished out 16 assists, while also contributing in other areas of the field. She also added 101 draw controls, 25 ground balls, and 11 caused turnovers. Isleib put pressure on defenses, accounting for 43 eight-meter shots. She was selected as an all-star by the league’s coaches. OA coach Fred Isleib said, “Kayla is a dynamic offensive player who scored her 100th career goal as a sophomore. She was selected by the Hock coaches for her strength in transition and the ability to drive the cage going either left or right.”

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Franklin freshman attacker Clara Blongastainer has been named the 2025 HockomockSports.com Girls Lacrosse Underclassman of the Year, an award given to the league’s top freshman or sophomore, after finishing as one of Franklin’s leading scorers and helping the Panthers complete another undefeated league campaign.

“Sometimes it takes players a little while to get up to varsity speed, but Clara was ready to go from the moment she stepped on the field,” said HockomockSports.com Managing Editor Josh Perry. “She dominated defenders with her physical presence and her determination to get to the cage opened up lanes for teammates to exploit.”

Blongastainer ranked second on the Panthers in scoring this season with 70 points. She scored 61 goals and dished out nine assists, as Franklin extended its remarkable league win streak to 133 games. Blongastainer instantly meshed with Franklin’s attacking players and gave them a constant outlet with her movement, quickness, strength, and eye for goal.

“Clara is only a freshman, but she never played like one,” said Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino. “Her stick handling skills are top notch, and she always played with confidence. She provided a spark on offense that we were missing last season. I am looking forward to seeing what Clara can do in the years to come!”

Blongastainer is the fourth Franklin player to receive this honor, joining Kendall Reardon (2015), Annie Walsh (2017), and Erin Walsh (2018). She is also just the third freshman to earn Underclassman of the Year honors, joining Foxboro’s Sophia DiCenso (2016) and King Philip’s Makenzie McDevitt (2022).

Honorable Mention – Chloe McGarry (Foxboro), Ryleigh Waldner (King Philip), Kayla Isleib (Oliver Ames), Ella Cummings (Sharon)

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Coach of the Year – Kristin Igoe Guarino

Franklin head coach Kristin Igoe Guarino has been named the 2025 HockomockSports.com Girls Lacrosse Coach of the Year after leading the Panthers to 17 wins, their 15th straight league title, and another perfect Hockomock League campaign.

The Panthers played an unselfish, team-oriented style this season that focused on shutting teams down defensively and allowing the depth of attacking talent to overwhelm teams on the other end. Franklin had three players score 70-plus points and finished the season as the league’s second-best scoring team (305 goals) and by far its best defensive team (112 goals allowed). The only regular season losses were in April against Westwood and an overtime loss to eventual state champion Concord-Carlisle in the final game before the playoffs.

With a win against King Philip, Franklin continued its remarkable league win streak, now up to 133 games dating back to 2012. Igoe Guarino has yet to lose a league game since taking over the Panthers in 2013. All but two of the team’s league wins (against Foxboro and KP) were by double digits.

“While the Panthers still have plenty of talent, this isn’t a Franklin team loaded with players heading to Div. I colleges,” said HockomockSports.com Managing Editor Josh Perry. “Kristin had them all buy into the importance of playing together, sharing the ball, and working hard as a team. You never knew from game to game which player would be the difference maker and that made the Panthers extremely difficult to play against.”

This marks the fifth time Igoe Guarino has earned Coach of the Year honors—more than any other coach across all sports. Canton boys hockey coach Brian Shuman and Oliver Ames boys soccer coach John Barata have each been honored four times in their respective sports.

Honorable Mention – Kerri Beland (Attleboro), Kathleen McCullough (Foxboro), Matt Custodio (King Philip), Katy Garvin (Mansfield)