McPartland's Five Goals Power Scranton Prep to Gripping Victory Over Horseheads
By: Brad Loff | SportzWire | April 11, 2026 | Photo courtesy SportzWire
A thrilling lacrosse contest unfolded as Scranton Prep narrowly defeated Horseheads by a score of 10 to 9, showcasing a high-octane offensive display and clutch defensive stands from both sides. The game remained tight throughout, with neither team able to pull away, culminating in a one-goal separation that had fans on the edge of their seats until the final whistle.
Scranton Prep's attack was spearheaded by a sensational performance from Will McPartland, who found the back of the net five times, providing the crucial scoring punch his team needed. Mackey Lynett added an impressive three goals, keeping the pressure on the Horseheads' defense. Braedon McPartland contributed across the board with one goal and two assists, demonstrating his all-around skill. Owen McPartland chipped in with two assists, helping to facilitate the Prep offense, while Robert Hogan added another assist. James Stallman was a critical presence in goal for Scranton Prep, making 11 saves to deny Horseheads numerous scoring opportunities and preserve the slender lead.
Horseheads fought valiantly, showcasing their own offensive firepower. Keenan McCarthy was a dual threat with two goals and two assists, making him a central figure in their attack. Brogan Sullivan mirrored that playmaking ability, registering one goal and three assists. Zack Bennett led the Horseheads' scoring efforts with three goals, keeping his team well within striking distance. Seamus Lynch contributed two goals, and Colin Philips added one goal and one assist. Owen Johnson also recorded an assist. In goal, Ben Potter made four saves, battling against a relentless Prep offense. Despite their strong individual performances and collective effort, Horseheads ultimately fell just short in the hard-fought battle.
Scranton Prep Top Performers:
Will McPartland: 5 goals
Mackey Lynett: 3 goals
Braedon McPartland: 1 goal, 2 assists
Owen McPartland: 2 assists
Robert Hogan: 1 assist
Will Kane: 1 goal
James Stallman: 11 saves
Horseheads Top Performers:
Zack Bennett: 3 goals
Keenan McCarthy: 2 goals, 2 assists
Brogan Sullivan: 1 goal, 3 assists
Seamus Lynch: 2 goals
Colin Philips: 1 goal, 1 assist
Owen Johnson: 1 assist
Ben Potter: 4 saves
Ninas Bites Player of the Game:
Will McPartland earned Player of the Game honors for his extraordinary offensive output. His five goals accounted for half of Scranton Prep's total scoring in a fiercely contested one-goal victory. McPartland's ability to consistently find the net was the primary difference maker, delivering the critical scoring bursts that propelled his team to a hard-fought win.
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