The 2026 high school girls lacrosse season gets underway this week in Class 6A. To prepare fans for the upcoming season, the Deseret News has compiled capsules for every team in 6A. Every coach was invited to participate and submit information.
The region rankings are based on coaches’ preseason projections.
There are two new girls lacrosse coaches in 6A this year: Jocelyn Jensen (Farmington) and Tyler John (Cedar Valley).
Here are the 6A teams and players to watch this upcoming season.
Region 1
1. Farmington Phoenix
Head coach: Jocelyn Jensen (3rd year)
2025 record: 18-3 (first in Region 1 with a 10-0 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 2 in 6A
2025 postseason: Beat Mountain Ridge, 10-9, in the 6A championship
2025 offense: 15.8 gpg (No. 2 in 6A)
2025 defense: 6.4 gpg (No. 1 in 6A)
Returning contributors:
- Halle Beynon, Midfield, Sr.
- Molli Bell, Defense, Sr.
- Abby Mertlich, Defense, Sr.
- Kassie Moffat, Attack, Sr.
- Lydia Judd, Attack, Sr.
- Ava Grandia, Defense, Sr.
- Tori Davis, Midfield, Jr.
- Ellie Dorius, Midfield, So.
Key newcomers:
- Paige Beynon, Midfield, Fr.
- Eve Bonham, Attack, Jr.
- Reese Blades, Midfield, Fr.
Coach comment: “This season, our outlook is incredibly strong! We’ve got a talented roster, and everyone is ready to put in the work and showcase what we can do.”
2. Davis Darts
Head coach: Devin Williams (2nd year)
2025 record: 13-7 (second in Region 1 with a 8-2 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 3 in 5A
2025 postseason: Lost to Riverton, 10-9, in the 5A quarterfinals
2025 offense: 11.7 gpg (No. 8 in 5A)
2025 defense: 8.5 gpg (No. 5 in 5A)
Returning contributors:
- Bethany Kohler
- Claire Coleman
- Kaebrie Reed
- Kallista Wright
- Keeley Miller
- Loli Minalga
Coach comment: “We are excited for the upcoming lacrosse season. We are returning about 13 varsity players and feel like the competition in Region 1 and 6A will be solid.”
3. Syracuse Titans
Head coach: Ashtyn Stoor (3rd year)
2025 record: 12-7 (third in Region 1 with a 5-5 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 9 in 6A
2025 postseason: Lost to Mountain Ridge, 18-6, in the 6A quarterfinals
2025 offense: 11.5 gpg (No. 9 in 6A)
2025 defense: 8.9 gpg (No. 7 in 6A)
Additional info not provided
4. Weber Warriors
Head coach: Krista Call (3rd year)
2025 record: 3-14 (fifth in Region 1 with a 2-8 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 16 in 6A
2025 postseason: Lost to Mountain Ridge, 21-4, in the 6A second round
2025 offense: 7.9 gpg (No. 16 in 6A)
2025 defense: 14 gpg (No. 13 in 6A)
Additional info not provided
5. Layton Lancers
Head coach: Rylee Webster (2nd year)
2025 record: 2-15 (sixth in Region 1 with a 0-10 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 17 in 6A
2025 postseason: Lost to Weber, 14-11, in the 6A first round
2025 offense: 5.9 gpg (No. 17 in 6A)
2025 defense: 15.1 gpg (No. 16 in 6A)
Additional info not provided
Region 2
1. Mountain Ridge Sentinels
Head coach: Angie Brescia (6th year)
2025 record: 17-4 (first in Region 2 with a 5-0 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 1 in 6A
2025 postseason: Lost to Farmington, 10-9, in the 6A championship
2025 offense: 15.6 gpg (No. 3 in 6A)
2025 defense: 7.4 gpg (No. 3 in 6A)
Returning contributors:
- Taylie Anderson, Midfield, Jr.
- Piper Runia, Defense, Jr.
- Greta Tree, Goalie, Jr.
- Lucy Rigby, Attack, So.
- Claire Pomeroy, Midfield, So.
Key newcomers:
- Juliet Wittwer, Defense, Jr.
- Bentlee McMurtrey, Attack, So.
- Courtney Hansen, Defense, So.
Coach comment: “We graduated a lot of talent this past year but we are excited to see how our team stacks against the competition. You will see lots of brand new faces and young talent.”
2. Riverton Silverwolves
Head coach: Hannah Kelleher (2nd year)
2025 record: 14-6 (second in Region 2 with a 4-1 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 3 in 5A
2025 postseason: Lost to Farmington, 18-6, in the 5A semifinals
2025 offense: 12.5 gpg (No. 7 in 5A)
2025 defense: 10.5 gpg (No. 10 in 5A)
Returning contributors:
- Paisley Young, Midfield, Sr.
- Maggie Bird, Midfield, Sr.
- Ella Frisby, Defense, Sr.
Key newcomers:
- Cara Erramouspe, Midfield, Fr.
3. Bingham Miners
Head coach: Karli Auelua (2nd year)
2025 record: 10-9 (third in Region 2 with a 3-2 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 7 in 6A
2025 postseason: Lost to Farmington, 20-7, in the 6A quarterfinals
2025 offense: 13.2 gpg (No. 5 in 6A)
2025 defense: 11.9 gpg (No. 11 in 6A)
Returning contributors:
- Sara Nielsen, Defense, Sr.
- Lacey James, Attack, Sr.
Key newcomers:
- Emma Mccune, Defense, Jr.
- Brynley Whipple, Midfield, So.
- Alice Mackay, Attack, Fr.
- Savannah Hoffman, Attack, Fr.
Coach comment: “This group of girls is special. They have set their sights on success and growing as a team as well as individual athletes.”
4. Herriman Mustangs
Head coach: Maya Lightfoot (2nd year)
2025 record: 6-11 (sixth in Region 2 with a 0-5 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 14 in 6A
2025 postseason: Lost to Riverton, 15-8, in the 6A second round
2025 offense: 11.1 gpg (No. 11 in 6A)
2025 defense: 14.1 gpg (No. 14 in 6A)
Returning contributors:
- Sophie Sam, Midfield, Sr.
- Faith Kugler, Midfield, Sr.
- CC Campbell, Midfield, Sr.
- Gracee Bolton, Defense, Sr.
- Bentley Allen, Attack, Sr.
- Sabrina Czipka, Midfield, Jr.
- Addison Dunow, Defense, Jr.
Key newcomers:
- Emmery Campbell, Attack, Fr.
- Kelsey Curtis, Midfield, Fr.
- Dallon Davis, Midfield, Fr.
Coach comment: “This team has the talent and potential to compete at a high level this season. Our focus is on raising standards, competing every day, and turning potential into results.”
5. Copper Hills Grizzlies
Head coach: Maycie Gerber (4th year)
2025 record: 7-10 (fifth in Region 2 with a 1-4 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 13 in 6A
2025 postseason: Lost to Skyridge, 19-6, in the 6A second round
2025 offense: 9.5 gpg (No. 14 in 6A)
2025 defense: 12.7 gpg (No. 12 in 6A)
Returning contributors:
- Elise Southworth, Midfield, Sr.
- Gemma Armes, Midfield, Sr.
- Khyla Chander, Defense, Sr.
- Zaida Whitaker, Defense, Sr.
- Addy Campbell, Attack, Jr.
- Kali Guido, Midfield, So.
Key newcomers:
- Julia Tipton, Attack, Sr.
- Brinley Eaton, Defense, Sr.
- Sage Tobler, Midfield, Jr.
- Lachlynn Sheppard, Defense, Jr.
Coach comment: “With Elise Southworth leading the team we are confident we can do better than ever before.”
6. Cedar Valley Aviators
Head coach: Tyler John (1st year)
2025 record: 13-8 (third in Region 7 with a 4-2 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 12 in 5A
2025 postseason: Lost to Park City, 17-1, in the 5A semifinals
2025 offense: 12.4 gpg (No. 10 in 5A)
2025 defense: 10.8 gpg (No. 13 in 5A)
Returning contributors:
- Kendall Davies, Midfield, Sr.
- Abigail Osborne, Defense, Sr.
- Josie Hadlock, Defense, Sr.
- Elaina D’Agostini, Attack, Sr.
- Lilly Bradfield, Defense, Sr.
- Ellie Christensen, Defense, Sr.
- Mary Stoner, Defense, Sr.
Key newcomers:
- Katie Keele, Defense, Fr.
- Sadie Divis, Defense, Fr.
Coach comment: “So excited to start a new team culture and create new fun memories.”
7. Westlake Thunder
Head coach: Greg Larsen (2nd year)
2025 record: 1-18 (sixth in Region 3 with a 0-10 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 18 in 6A
2025 postseason: Lost to American Fork, 13-5, in the 6A first round
2025 offense: 3.9 gpg (No. 18 in 6A)
2025 defense: 15.1 gpg (No. 15 in 6A)
Returning contributors:
- Addy Bullough, Defense, Sr.
- Michaela Kessel, Midfield, Sr.
- Ella Huntsman, Goalie, Sr.
Key newcomers:
- Brielle Ercanbrack, Midfield, Sr.
- Paige Larsen, Attack, Jr.
- Kaitlyn Dewey, Attack, Jr.
- Avery Cammack, Attack, So.
- Skylar Baker, Attack, So.
- Addie Morton, Midfield, So.
- Maddie Youngberg, Midfield, Fr.
- Jordy Hiskey, Midfield, Fr.
Coach comment: “Last year was a hard reset year for us. We learned and grew a lot. The girls returning this year have taken those lessons to heart and are ready to compete.”
Region 3
1. Skyridge Falcons
Head coach: Michelle Buechner (3rd year)
2025 record: 17-4 (tied for first in Region 3 with a 9-1 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 4 in 6A
2025 postseason: Lost to Mountain Ridge, 14-11, in the 6A semifinals
2025 offense: 16.5 gpg (No. 1 in 6A)
2025 defense: 8.7 gpg (No. 6 in 6A)
Additional info not provided
2. Lone Peak Knights
Head coach: Weslie Lundell (6th year)
2025 record: 16-4 (tied for first in Region 3 with a 9-1 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 3 in 5A
2025 postseason: Lost to Skyridge, 13-12, in the 5A quarterfinals
2025 offense: 15.2 gpg (No. 4 in 5A)
2025 defense: 7.4 gpg (No. 2 in 5A)
Additional info not provided
3. Lehi Pioneers
Head coach: Taylor Siri (6th year)
2025 record: 11-7 (third in Region 3 with a 6-4 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 8 in 6A
2025 postseason: Lost to Syracuse, 13-7, in the 6A second round
2025 offense: 10.7 gpg (No. 13 in 6A)
2025 defense: 9.4 gpg (No. 8 in 6A)
Returning contributors:
- Kate Prettyman, Goalie, Sr.
- Hannah Jorgensen, Midfield, Sr.
- Ashlyn Atkin, Attack, Sr.
- Ellie Wright, Midfield, Jr.
Key newcomers:
- Kylee Jones, Midfield, Sr.
- Callie Thayn, Midfield, So.
Coach comment: “We are looking to make waves this season! We have a lot of seasoned returners this year! The team chemistry has built from last year and we are excited to see it all come together.”
4. Corner Canyon Chargers
Head coach: Matthew Kenning (6th year)
2025 record: 6-13 (fourth in Region 2 with a 2-3 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 12 in 6A
2025 postseason: Lost to Lone Peak, 22-10, in the 6A second round
2025 offense: 13.1 gpg (No. 6 in 6A)
2025 defense: 16.1 gpg (No. 18 in 6A)
Returning contributors:
- Alice Linford, Attack, Sr.
- Lilian Burnett, Goalie, Sr.
- Avery Berger, Attack, Sr.
- Kate Moffat, Defense, Sr.
- Lizzie Bradshaw, Midfield, Jr.
Key newcomers:
- Taylor Jones, Midfield, Sr.
- Ruby Jones, Attack, Sr.
- Josie Yee, Defense, So.
- Blake Rucks, Defense, So.
- Rue Harris, Attack, Fr.
Coach comment: “We are poised to take a big step forward with some very young and talented players. We hope to keep scoring at a high rate, but with a much stronger defense backing up our offense.”
5. American Fork Cavemen
Head coach: Portia Rowbury (2nd year)
2025 record: 6-12 (fifth in Region 3 with a 2-8 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 15 in 6A
2025 postseason: Lost to Farmington, 24-3, in the 6A second round
2025 offense: 8.7 gpg (No. 15 in 6A)
2025 defense: 15.3 gpg (No. 17 in 6A)
Returning contributors:
- Emma Call, Attack, Sr.
- Sarah Egan, Midfield, Sr.
- Claire Corbridge, Midfield, Jr.
Key newcomers:
- Liz Gunderson, Attack, Sr.
- Andie Jensen, Defense, Fr.
Coach comment: “We are excited to get back out on the field this season with a focus on developing our younger players and playing unselfishly.”