The South Jersey boys and girls lacrosse rankings known as the Mean 15 have seen significant movement as teams gear up for May and the playoffs. St. Augustine's recent victories over top-ranked public schools have propelled them to the top position, while Moorestown girls have faced challenges but rebounded with an overtime win. Other teams like Kingsway boys remain unbeaten, while numerous matchups will be pivotal in determining standings in the coming weeks.

By the Numbers
  • St. Augustine's record: 6-2, up from 2nd place to 1st
  • Kingsway boys remain unbeaten with a record of 9-0
  • Camden Catholic girls on a seven-game winning streak, moving into the rankings
Yes, But

Despite their rise, St. Augustine faces the risk of fatigue with a challenging schedule ahead, and teams like Moorestown need to improve their out-of-state performance to maintain credibility in the rankings.

State of Play
  • Playoff aspirations are igniting among teams as they approach the end of the regular season.
  • St. Augustine is set to face Christian Brothers, a matchup that could further shift rankings.
  • Numerous upcoming games this week could impact individual team standings significantly.
What's Next

As the regular season concludes, teams must strategize effectively. Key matchups like Shawnee vs. Garden City and Haddonfield vs. Moorestown could cause significant shuffling in the Mean 15 rankings.

Bottom Line

With playoffs on the horizon, maintaining performance under pressure is vital. Teams need to secure wins in high-stakes games to bolster their standings and ensure postseason opportunities.