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Bullis (Md.) Joins USA Lacrosse High School Boys' National Top 25
Avu Ruiz's overtime winner sent the Bulldogs past Good Counsel (Md.) and into the national rankings.
Mar. 11, 2026 at 12:52am
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The Bullis School boys' lacrosse team from Maryland has joined the USA Lacrosse High School Boys' National Top 25 rankings after defeating Good Counsel (Md.) in overtime. The win was led by a game-winning goal from Avu Ruiz. Other teams like Calvert Hall (Md.) and Malvern Prep (Pa.) are also off to hot starts in the early part of the season.
Why it matters
The USA Lacrosse High School Boys' National Top 25 rankings are a prestigious recognition for high school lacrosse programs, showcasing the top talent and teams in the country. Bullis' inclusion highlights the strength of Maryland's lacrosse scene and the competitiveness of the region.
The details
In a close matchup, Avu Ruiz scored the overtime winner to lead Bullis past rival Good Counsel and earn the Bulldogs a spot in the national rankings. Bullis, located in the Washington D.C. suburbs, has emerged as a lacrosse powerhouse in recent years, challenging traditional Maryland lacrosse strongholds.
- The game between Bullis and Good Counsel took place in early March 2026.
The players
Avu Ruiz
A player for the Bullis School boys' lacrosse team who scored the game-winning goal in overtime to defeat Good Counsel and propel Bullis into the USA Lacrosse High School Boys' National Top 25 rankings.
Bullis School
A private high school located in Potomac, Maryland that fields a highly competitive boys' lacrosse team, which has now earned a spot in the prestigious USA Lacrosse national rankings.
The takeaway
Bullis' inclusion in the USA Lacrosse High School Boys' National Top 25 rankings is a testament to the strength of the school's lacrosse program and the continued growth of the sport in the Maryland region. This recognition will likely raise the profile of the Bullis team and inspire other local programs to strive for similar national accolades.
