Monroe County’s four lacrosse teams closed out their seasons last week in a flurry of postseason play. The teams, which compete in FHSAA’s 1A District 16, each stepped onto the field last week knowing it was win or go home. Three teams added a win to their records, but ultimately, all four teams finished their seasons in district play.
The Hurricane boys finished 12-6 after picking up a quarterfinal win against Florida Christian on April 10 before succumbing to Ransom Everglades two days later in the semifinals. The Conch boys followed a similar path, beating Westminster Christian in the quarters, then falling to top-seeded Gulliver in their semifinal game. Key West finished 9-7 on the season.
The Lady ’Canes did not have to play two games in a single day as was originally scheduled in their nine-team district. The Hurricanes won their play-in game on April 9 to stay alive in the playoffs, but faced the top seed, Westminster Christian, in their quarterfinal matchup. Coral Shores could not topple the Warriors, ending the season with a 2-10 record.
Key West fared better in the district brackets, edging out Lourdes Academy on April 9 in the quarterfinals, pitting them against Westminster Christian two days later. The Conchs showed drastic improvement against the Warriors from a prior matchup, but were not able to overcome the perennial powerhouse to secure a spot in the finals. Key West finished the season 6-9.
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