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5 things to know in boys' lacrosse this week

Print | Comments () Posted by Zuri Berry, Boston.com Staff April 30, 2013 11:20 AM

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By Mike Giesta, Globe Correspondent

Some quick tidbits in boys' lacrosse this week:

1. Who to watch -- Mike O'Brien of North Reading is off to a great start with 31 goals and 11 assists. The Hornets have games against Newburyport and Lynnfield this week.

2. Fast riser -- Acton-Boxborough rose in our Top 20 this week eight spots from No. 12 to No. 4 after winning eight games in a row before losing to top-ranked Lincoln-Sudbury on April 27.

3. Taking the Dragons down a notch -- Duxbury dropped from the No. 1 spot to No. 2 after suffering four losses, all coming against strong out of state competition. The Dragons will play Hingham, Medfield, and Silver Lake this week.

4. Big matchup this week -- No. 1 ranked Lincoln-Sudbury hosts No. 6 Westford on Tuesday. The top-ranked Warriors look to remain undefeated as they take on a strong Grey Ghosts team.

5. One more to watch -- Jay Drapeau leads the Grey ghosts of Westford with 40 goals 19 assists. Look for him to continue his great play.

Mike Giesta covers boys' lacrosse. He can be reached at michael.giesta@globe.com.

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