Horseheads Girls Lacrosse Edges Corning in Thriller

Alexa Lese's late goal lifts Horseheads to 12-11 victory over rival Corning

Mar. 31, 2026 at 10:23pm

The Horseheads girls lacrosse team edged out a thrilling 12-11 win over Corning on April 24, 2025, thanks to a decisive goal from Alexa Lese in the final minutes of the game. The back-and-forth matchup between the two Section 4 rivals came down to the wire, with Lese's clutch score proving to be the difference.

Why it matters

Girls lacrosse is a growing sport in the region, and the annual matchup between Horseheads and Corning is always a highly anticipated event. The close result highlights the competitive nature of Section 4 lacrosse and the passion these teams and communities have for the sport.

The details

With the game tied 11-11 and just 1:39 remaining, Alexa Lese scored the game-winning goal to lift Horseheads to victory. The two teams had traded leads throughout the closely contested affair, showcasing the high level of talent and evenly matched nature of the squads.

  • The game was played on April 24, 2025.
  • Alexa Lese scored the decisive goal with 1:39 left in the game.

The players

Alexa Lese

A player for the Horseheads girls lacrosse team who scored the game-winning goal in the final minutes.

Horseheads

The high school girls lacrosse team that defeated rival Corning 12-11.

Corning

The high school girls lacrosse team that narrowly lost to Horseheads 12-11.

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What they’re saying

“We knew it was going to be a close game, but the girls really stepped up when it mattered most. Alexa's goal was a clutch play that showed the heart and determination of this team.”

— Horseheads Head Coach

The takeaway

The thrilling matchup between Horseheads and Corning underscores the growing popularity and competitiveness of girls lacrosse in the region, with both teams showcasing the high level of talent and passion that makes this rivalry so exciting for fans.