Episode 369 - Boys Lacrosse D1 Preview

·1 hr 6 min·5 clips

Bishop Guerton hasn't lost to a New Hampshire team in over six years, spanning a pandemic and two presidential elections.

The episode begins with hosts Joe Marcellino and Chris Hetler discussing the challenging spring weather in New Hampshire, including shoveling snow off fields. After sponsor reads for Seacoast and Lakes Region Oral Surgery and Prolax Customs, they explain the preview format: posing a question for each Division I team based on last year's standings. They start with defending champion Bishop Guerton, analyzing their historic six-plus year undefeated streak against in-state teams and questioning their depth at goalie and faceoff following key graduations. Pinkerton is highlighted as the top contender, with returning goalies and an aggressive defensive system. Bedford's hopes are tied to star Bennett Matthews and the need for complementary scoring. Exeter's streak of nine straight final four appearances is examined, with questions about their specialty positions. Merrimack's cycle of up-and-down years is discussed. Londonderry's young core and tough opening schedule are noted. Concord's large senior class and unique New York road trip are covered. Dover's offseason buzz and returning experience are highlighted. Windham's new coach and returning talent are analyzed. Manchester's multi-sport athletes and new coach are discussed. Nashua North's playoff aspirations, Keene/Monadnock's home-field advantage, Nashua South's rebuilding, and Salem's coaching stability round out the preview. The hosts conclude by looking forward to the Division II preview next week.

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A grounded Division I boys lacrosse preview centered on Bennett Matthews, Bedford's depth, and a tight New Hampshire race.

New Hampshire spring weather gives this Division I boys lacrosse preview its local footing, as Joe Marcellino and Dairyfield AD and coach Chris Hetler move through Bedford, BG, Exeter, and Portsmouth.

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Want a Division I boys lacrosse preview where March snow meets a Bedford star who cannot carry every big game alone?

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