Name: Chandler Copenhagen
Choice of college: Undecided
The best lacrosse player in Gwinnett who is not on my team is: Jackson Rhodes of Buford
Funniest Teammate: Lawson Jones
Favorite teacher: Ari Young
Song that gets me ready for a game: “Red Nation” by The Game featuring Lil Wayne
First-team all counties last season
Coach Connor Breslin’s perspective: “Chandler is a consistent leader for us and his play between the posts rises in the big games. I’m thrilled to see his senior season unfold.
School: Greater Atlanta Christian
Choice of college: Tennessee or Belmont
Twitter username: @Will_Gary3
Gwinnett’s top lacrosse player not on my team is: Jack Mapstone
Funniest Teammate: Clay Braswell
Favorite teacher: Dr. Denton
Song that prepares me for a game: “Today” by Cordae
All-State Defensive Midfielder Last Season
All-County First Team Selection
Coach Tim Ball said: “Will Gary has come from a long line of excellent defensive midfielders who have been produced here at the GAC, but he is the first to be unanimously elected as a member of the first team for the same position. Will is excellent in all phases of the game and will certainly contribute offensively this season as well. He is also a true dual-sport athlete who plays football and follows many Spartan lacrosse players who have excelled in both sports.
Choice of university: Tennessee
Twitter username: @cooperjopling
Gwinnett’s best lacrosse player not on my team is: Palmer Hayes and Lennon Connolly
Funniest Teammate: Jojo Whitmore
Favorite teacher: My ninth grade geometry teacher, Mrs. Wise
Song that prepares me for a game: “Headlines” by Drake
Registered 40 goals and 47 assists last season
All-County Second Team Selection
Coach Don Hilton’s perspective: “Cooper is a great teammate, constantly putting the team above his own ego. He is naturally a striker but volunteered to play any position his team needed him to play. He is selfless and extremely talented, which is why his total assists made up more than 50% of his 87 total points in 2020.”
Twitter username: @peekdavis
The best lacrosse player in Gwinnett who is not on my team is: James Canipe of the GAC
Funniest Teammate: Carson Perry
Favorite teacher: Mr. Varini
Song that gets me ready for a game: “Kickstart My Heart” by Motley Crue
First-team all-state and all-county last season
2021 Gwinnett County Defense Player of the Year
Coach Kevin Peek’s perspective: “Davis has been a big part of our defensive success over the past three years. He’s been drafted by many colleges as a No. 1 cover and can stop top scorers in and out of state. He also helped us win big games by disrupting opposition attacks with and without the ball without recording stats. He was a starter for three years at tight end for the three-time state champion football team and brings that toughness and physicality to the lacrosse field. While I will definitely miss seeing him play in college, I have a lot of respect for his decision to continue his education and medical training via an Army ROTC fellowship at Auburn.
Position: Face-off/midfielder
College Choice: Virginia Military Institute
Twitter username: @jrogers2022
Gwinnett’s top lacrosse player not on my team is: Andrew Graham
Funniest Teammate: Luke Warren
Favorite teacher: Mr. Rhilinger
Song that prepares me for a game: “Hey There Delilah”
All counties first team selection last season
2021 Gwinnett FOGO Player of the Year
Coach Don Hilton’s perspective: “Jackson deserved every one of his accomplishments. He is part of the core of our team last year and currently. His work ethic and training schedule are unheard of for a teenager. He will succeed in everything he undertakes if he continues to deploy the same efforts.
Choice of college: Lenoir-Rhyne (NC)
The best lacrosse player in Gwinnett who is not on my team is: Will Gary from GAC
Favorite teacher: Coach Justin Johnson
Song that prepares me for a game: “Till I Collapse” by Eminem
Top return goalscorer for Wolves
First-team all counties last season
Coach Kevin Peek’s opinion: “Zack is the best two-way midfielder. He can score, but he’s also a great asset to have as a defensive short stick. He can defend anywhere on the pitch without needing help. He is also a great option for clearing the ball. Zack was a player on the three-time state champion soccer team and plays both sports with a high motor on the field and can deliver and manage the physique. He will be an asset at Lenoir-Rhyne.
College Choice: Young Harris College
Twitter handle: @CaylorChristman
Gwinnett’s top lacrosse player not on my team is: Lauren Dobbs of Mill Creek
Funniest teammate: Anna (Banana) Ramsden
Favorite teacher: Heather Brindle
Song that prepares me for a game: “Drone” by Alice In Chains
All counties first team selection last season
Forced a team record 19 turnovers and had 23 ground balls
Coach Paul Hennelly’s perspective: “Caylor is the leader of our defense, calling assignments, slides and leading teammates. She’s still around the ball but plays smart physical defense so she doesn’t pick up a lot of fouls. She was the team leader with 19 turnovers to go along with 23 ground balls, six goals and one assist last season. She’s an enthusiastic and supportive teammate who loves the game. She drives straight from high school practices to Rabbit Hill Park every night to coach our youth team.
Position: Midfield/Attack
Choice of college: Undecided
The best lacrosse player in Gwinnett who is not on my team is: Jordyn Olivo of Buford
Funniest Teammate: Gray Bradach
Favorite teacher: Brookes Hanrahan
Song that prepares me for a game: “Downtown” by Macklemore
Led Wolves last season with 91 goals and a school record 43 assists, in addition to a school record 136 draws
2021 All-County First Team and Gwinnett Attack Player of the Year
Coach Anna Myrick says: “Anna Rae is the most talented and versatile player I have ever coached, but what I love most about Anna Rae is that her love for her is much bigger than her love for the game. Anna Rae makes the sport of lacrosse exciting and fun for everyone around her and she continually works to not only improve her own skills, but builds confidence and enthusiasm in each of his peers. No drill or time to pick up a stick is below her and she is always ready to help teach, coach and mentor others no matter where they are in their game development. She is a beloved by many and I hope one day to see her coach and share the joy she has for the game of lacrosse with the next generation of student-athletes.
College Choice: Kennesaw State
Twitter Name: @LaurenDobbs12
The best lacrosse player in Gwinnett who is not on my team is: Jordyn Olivo of Buford
Funniest teammate: Alyssa Lewis
Favorite teacher: Ms. Vian from Osborne Middle
Song that prepares me for a game: “No Hands” by Waka Flocka
First-team all-county and second-team all-state last season after posting 46 goals, 12 assists, 38 draw checks and 32 ground runs
Four-year-old starter and three-sport athlete (lacrosse, basketball, flag football)
Coach Gina White’s perspective: “Lauren is the backbone of this team. She sets an example through her work ethic, her attitude and it is a real pleasure to coach.
College Choice: Kennesaw State
Twitter handle: Jordyn Olivo
Gwinnett’s top lacrosse player not on my team is: Aislinn Pendergast of Mill Creek
Funniest Teammate: Kylee Kangas
Favorite teacher: Mr. Varini
Song that gets me ready for a game: “Real As It Gets” by Lil Baby
Earned All-County and All-State First-Team honors last season
Coach Marianne Cagle’s perspective: “Jordyn is a smart and dynamic player all over the court. A college freshman since her freshman year and top scorer of the 2021 season, Jordyn’s performance on the court earned her her first-team all-state offense, first-team all-Gwinnett County offense and a berth. in the Georgia DiVarsity All-Star Game. Jordyn is also a member of Puerto Rico’s national women’s squad for the World Games. She is on track to graduate as the all-time leading scorer in program history. Jordyn has a tireless work ethic and tenacity that is hard to defend and fun to watch.
Choice of college: Flagler University
Twitter username: @ctanklsy_
Gwinnett’s top lacrosse player not on my team is: Ella Fornek of Brookwood
Funniest teammate: Sophie Garrett
Favorite teacher: Ms. Voss
Song that prepares me for a game: “Misery Business” by Paramore
The all county first team selection had 72 goals, 32 assists and 63 ground balls last season
Has career totals of 146 goals, 82 assists and 186 rushes
Coach David Erwin’s opinion: “Claudia is the best player I have ever seen. She dedicated herself to the sport of women’s lacrosse and her teammates. Very rarely does she step out of the field and usually only when told to. She will play an entire game in midfield if you let her. Aggressive in attack and tenacious in defense, there is no better player in Gwinnett in my opinion. She is leading or approaching career goals in the county at the moment and will only solidify that this year. She will leave a big hole in our team for years to come.
College Choice: Temple, Pittsburgh
Gwinnett’s top lacrosse player not on my team is: Lauren Dobbs of Mill Creek
Funniest Teammate: Madison Catoggio
Favorite teacher: Mr. Kling
Song that prepares me for a game: “Off Deez” by JID
The all-county first-team selection has a school-high 428 career saves, including a season-high 216 in 2019
First freshman captain in program history in 2019
Coach Dawn Thomas says: “Aja is an extremely talented and gifted player who has the ability to lead not only the defense but also the attack. Very vocal and malleable, skillful developer of games for offense and defense, always honing his craft, wonderful to coach and a brilliant student too. She maintained her GPA while playing lacrosse, working as a tutor, and publishing two children’s books as a co-author. He is a phenomenal person in every way. »
