Long Island Standouts: Upperclassmen and Underclassmen to Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Long Island (N.Y.) is a hotbed for lacrosse. As the season gets into full swing, these are the players you should watch out for.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["71934"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69e7b45d3d26e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='71934' first='Abby' last='Clarkson'] is a left-handed goalie who brings passion, discipline, and a strong commitment to lacrosse. In the net, Abby demonstrates confident, aggressive play, paired with excellent decision-making, especially on clears, and strong communication as she leads her defense. Her competitive drive is evident in every save, and she takes pride in her role as a leader on the field.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["71935"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69e7b45d3d2ec"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Arizonis earned a varsity position as an eighth grader while also being recognized as a scholar-athlete, demonstrating both athletic ability and academic commitment. She plays with determination and strong field awareness, effectively creating space, getting open for passes, and finishing plays. She is a confident right-handed dodger who attacks with purpose and intensity.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["71936"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69e7b45d3d33c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='71936' first='Cecilia' last='Ryan']'s height and left-handed dominance provide a distinct advantage in the cage, allowing her to present unique angles and disrupt shooters' expectations. She has an aggressive playing style and displays confidence in the net. She attacks the ball effectively, steps decisively to meet shots, and shows composure when securing possession. Additionally, she demonstrates control and poise on clears, contributing to successful transitions for her team.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["71937"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69e7b45d3d383"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Beaudet shows relentless effort on every play, showcasing strong determination, a high work rate, and the ability to consistently impact the game. She excels at creating space offensively through decisive hard drives and demonstrates strong field awareness, while her high-level speed allows her to contribute effectively in both transition and settled play. Tess is an advanced player for her age and continues to develop steadily, demonstrating a clear commitment to improving her skills and overall performance.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->