Section by Section: High School Girls Lacrosse Players to Watch This Season
The pre-season anticipation is officially over, and the race to the state tournament is on. If you caught our recent carousel graphics over on Instagram, you know the talent pool across our eight sections is deeper than ever. From dominant draw specialists to lockdown defenders and creative field generals, every corner of the map is packed with game-changers.
Whether you are scouting your next opponent or tracking the standout talent in your local area, these are the impact players you need to watch as the season unfolds.
Section 1
The depth in Section 1 spans right across the region, bringing a mix of veteran poise and explosive athleticism to the field.
Jaida Steffes | Farmington
Reese Lockman | Lakeville North
Mackenzie Stroemer | Lakeville South
Harper Fannin | Lakeville South
Brie Severson | Mankato
Addy Schroht | Owatonna
Nora Marshall | Owatonna
Isabella Ashton | Rochester Century
Bailey Schmitz | Rochester Mayo
Elyse Toews | Southwest Christian
Section 2
Section 2 is primed for intense rivalries this year, featuring stellar offensive dynamic duos and highly disciplined defensive anchors.
Zoe Zielinski | Chanhassen
Rissa Langguth | Chaska
Addilyn Dietman | Delano/Rockford
Sara David | Eden Prairie
Grace McCutcheon | Westonka
Dylan Collins | Orono
Riley Teele | Orono
Layla Nick | Orono
Chloe Ronning | Minnetonka
Lilly Palm | Minnetonka
Section 3
Expect high-scoring matchups and incredible tactical awareness out of Section 3's featured players.
Lilly Selander | Cretin-Derham Hall
Jordin Rosga | Cretin-Derham Hall
Kami Szybatka | East Ridge
Josie Ramsden | East Ridge
Josie Johnson | Simley
Maleah McMorrow | Park of Cottage Grove
Lauryn Ehrenstrom | Park of Cottage Grove
Myah Peters | St. Paul Academy
Eden Lothenbach | St. Croix Prep
Lily Lothenbach | St. Croix Prep
Section 4
Stillwater Area and White Bear Lake Area are heavily represented here, showcasing a group of athletes who excel under pressure and dominate transitional play.
Mia Huntley | Roseville Area
Grace Young | Stillwater Area
Indira Capelle | Stillwater Area
Marit Wolden | Stillwater Area
Jacky Richert | Stillwater Area
Layla Jackson | Totino-Grace/St. Anthony Village
Cayla Helmberger | White Bear Lake Area
Ava Maas | White Bear Lake Area
Alayna Deering | Hill-Murray School
Ayden FitzPatrick | Hill-Murray School
Section 5
Section 5 features an elite mix of lightning-fast midfielders and smart playmakers who dictate the tempo of the game.
Katie Palony | Armstrong/Cooper
Katie Kroft | Benilde-St. Margaret's
Jun Vang | Benilde-St. Margaret's
Kiersten Iverson | Maple Grove
Lillian Iverson | Maple Grove
Allison Lavender | Wayzata
Ainsley Weiner | Wayzata
Paige Hagenbart | Champlin Park
Reese Hagenbart | Champlin Park
Miley Jiracek | Champlin Park
Section 6
From top-tier goalkeeper presences to elite finishers near the crease, Section 6 boasts a lineup that plays exceptionally clean, heavy-impact lacrosse.
Audrey Christy | Apple Valley
Makenzie Turnquist | Apple Valley
Kathryn Ewers | Edina
Suri Austin | Edina
Veya Flanders | Bloomington Jefferson
Maddi Beaulieu | Prior Lake
Keeley Mohling | Prior Lake
Britney Pinkowski | Prior Lake
Ruby Kuhn | Rosemount
Izzy Donati | Rosemount
Section 7
The northern and northeastern programs are bringing serious heat this year with a roster of relentless competitors who dominate the ground-ball battle.
Jayla Tonna | Anoka
Olive Heugel | Blaine
Kiera Michael | Blaine
Delaney Linser | Centennial
Breckin Marsh | Grand Rapids/Greenway
Naomi Eaton | Chisago Lakes
Katelyn Anderson | Chisago Lakes
Camryn Hinsch | Chisago Lakes
Zoey Anderson | Gentry Academy
Samantha Hohn | Gentry Academy
Section 8
Rounding out the state, Section 8 is loaded with athletic depth, field vision, and players who consistently elevate the execution of their entire team.
Madeline Maurer | Brainerd
Daneka Eng | Buffalo
Aurora Meyer | Buffalo
Emily Brummer | Elk River/Zimmerman
Kylah Holte | Elk River/Zimmerman
Julia DeChene | Monticello
Lake Parr | Moorhead
Hailey Krieg | Moorhead
Bridget Torborg | St. Cloud Area
Piper Peterson | St. Michael-Albertville
The Takeaway
Every single section has its own unique storylines, hidden gems, and fierce rivalries developing. However, the common thread across the state this year is unmistakable: high-IQ play, impressive speed, and sheer competitive drive.
Who did we miss? Drop a comment below and tell us which player in your section is flying under the radar and ready for a massive breakout performance this week!