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Roswell High boys lacrosse praised for third straight state championship
Summary
Roswell High School’s boys lacrosse team received city recognition after winning a third consecutive state championship; coaches and players described the victory as a product of belief, resilience and a strong feeder system from local recreation programs.
Mayor Kurt Wilson and Roswell officials honored the Roswell High School boys lacrosse team for winning a third consecutive state championship. Director of lacrosse Brian Wallace called the group "a really special group" with a "refuse to lose mentality," and credited the players’ will and late-game composure for the win in a match that went to overtime.
Coach and players described the team’s comeback late in the game and the overtime victory; players introduced themselves by name and position, and several underclassmen and juniors indicated the program returns many players next season. City officials and school administrators noted that many players came up through Roswell Parks and Recreation, and they praised the program’s tradition and community support.
Speakers described the championship as rare and historically notable; Mayor Wilson and multiple council members congratulated the team and urged the players to continue as role models. The presentation was ceremonial; no policy, budget or formal city actions were recorded.
