Tuesday, June 27, 2017

Annie Walsh - Underclassman of the Year leads FHS girls lacrosse award selections

Hockomock Sports has published the 2017 season ending awards for girls lacrosse.

HOCKOMOCK SPORTS FIRST TEAM


Gianna Cameron – Franklin – Goalie
Franklin freshman Gianna Cameron stepped in between the pipes for the league’s top program and put together a stellar rookie campaign, as Franklin retained the Kelley-Rex division title and returned to the state semifinal. Cameron allowed only 5.9 goals per game and saved 58.2 percent of the shots she faced. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “Gianna is a very talented goalie, and was consistent in net all year! She made some incredible saves and was the difference maker in many of our close games.”

Grace MacCallum – Franklin – Defense
Franklin junior Grace MacCallum was a major factor for the league champion Panthers, as part of a defensive core that allowed 142 goals this year, the fewest of any Hockomock defense. MacCallum pulled down 42 draw controls, 42 ground balls and caused 26 turnovers this year, helping Franklin finish 22-2 and win the Div. 1 East title for the third time in four years. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “Grace did a great job on defense and on the draw for us this season. She has a knack for coming up with big interceptions and ground balls!”

Annie Walsh – Franklin – Midfield
Franklin sophomore Annie Walsh put in an MVP-caliber season as both the focal point of the Panthers attack and one its key contributors on the defensive side of the ball. The 2017 Underclassman of the Year (see below) scored 79 goals and recorded 15 assists, while shooting 54 percent. Walsh also had 91 draw controls, 53 ground balls, and 52 caused turnovers. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “Annie had a fantastic season as our do-it-all midfielder. I am looking forward to watching her continue to get better!”


HOCKOMOCK SPORTS SECOND TEAM


Grace McDermott – Franklin – Defense
Franklin senior Grace McDermott provided leadership and tenacity in the Panthers league-leading defense that helped propel Franklin to the top ranking in the state, a national top 25 ranking, and a third Div. 1 East title in the last four years. McDermott finished the year with 27 draw controls, 38 ground balls, and 32 caused turnovers. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “Grace did an excellent job as both a captain and starting defender this year. Her determination and work ethic on the field is unmatched, and she will truly be missed!”

Erin Walsh – Franklin – Midfield
Franklin freshman Erin Walsh jumped right into the starting lineup during her rookie campaign and put together an all-star season, joining her sister Annie in the Panthers midfield and as one of the team’s top finishers. She finished with 56 goals and 14 assists in her first varsity season, while shooting 48 percent. Walsh also had 21 draw controls, 36 ground balls, and 19 caused turnovers. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “Erin was a spark for us in the midfield this year! Her stick skills are unreal, and her competitiveness really showed.”

Caroline Lounsbury – Franklin – Attack
Franklin senior Caroline Lounsbury wrapped up her impressive career for the Panthers with 50 points this spring (39 goals and 11 assists), helping spark a Franklin offense that scored a league-high 311 goals. Lounsbury also chipped in with 24 gound balls and 10 caused turnovers. Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino said, “Caroline is one of the most improved players to come through the Franklin program. Her athleticism, speed, leadership, and scoring ability played a huge role for us this year!”

Underclassman of the Year - Franklin sophomore midfielder Annie Walsh
Underclassman of the Year - Franklin sophomore midfielder Annie Walsh

Underclassman of the Year


"Franklin sophomore midfielder Annie Walsh has been named the 2017 HockomockSports.com Girls Lacrosse Underclassman of the Year after helping the Panthers clinch a sixth straight Kelley-Rex division title, fifth outright title in a row, and another undefeated run through the Hockomock. 
Walsh led Franklin with 59 goals (fifth best in the league) and was second on the Panthers with 13 assists. Her 72 points was tied for sixth best in the Hockomock and she passed the 100-goal mark for her career this spring, as she helped the Panthers finish 22-2 and win the Div. 1 East title for the third time in the last four seasons. 
“Even with a talented group around her, so much of the Franklin offense ran through Annie this season,” said HockomockSports.com Managing Editor Josh Perry. “But, Annie did a lot more than score goals. She also helped back defensively and often forced the turnover or made a play on defense to get Franklin back the ball.”

COACH OF THE YEAR – KRISTIN IGOE GUARINO, FRANKLIN

"Franklin head coach Kristin Igoe Guarino has been named the 2017 HockomockSports.com Girls Lacrosse Coach of the Year after leading the Panthers to a sixth straight league title and a third Div. 1 East title in the past four years. 
“In Kristin’s tenure, Franklin has emerged as not only the team to beat in the Hockomock, but also among a handful of teams that each season are in the mix for a state title,” said HockomockSports.com Managing Editor Josh Perry. “The Panthers have a giant target on their backs and still remain the class of the league.”
COACH OF THE YEAR – KRISTIN IGOE GUARINO, FRANKLIN
COACH OF THE YEAR – KRISTIN IGOE GUARINO, FRANKLIN



Continue to read the full article to find all the award selections around the Hockomock League  https://hockomocksports.com/awards/girls-lacrosse/2017-2/

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