The Hall boys lacrosse team hosted Glastonbury on Wednesday night in West Hartford, losing 16-4.

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By Liv Varellas. Photos by Craig Rosenberg

Hall High School hosted Glastonbury on Wednesday evening in a matchup that underscored exactly why the Guardians maintain one of the strongest lacrosse programs in the CIAC, ranked No. 7 by GameTimeCT and currently No. 6 in the CIAC Class LL. While the 16-4 final score favored the visitors, it’s not a true reflection of Hall’s unwavering effort under the pressure of Glastonbury’s pace.

Coming off the momentum of Monday’s 14-8 Senior Night win against Berlin High School, the Titans entered the game looking to continue that energy in this competitive environment.

Hall boys lacrosse players gather before the game commences, locking in together to set the tone before the first draw. Hall vs. Glastonbury boys lacrosse. May 6, 2026. Photo credit: Craig Rosenberg

From the opening draw, Glastonbury established control. After winning possession, the Guardians utilized their goalie to reset and organize a strong offensive set up. The passion from the sideline mirrored that of the field, with coaches demanding a push toward the net from the very first whistle blow. 

Hall’s defense, however, answered the early push. A crease violation forced Glastonbury to turn over the ball, creating the first offensive opportunity for Hall’s #22 Ben Goldstein, who fired a sharp shot right above the center hash. Although the attempt was turned away by Guardian goalie Riley Roy, the play served as an early showcase of Hall’s offensive talent

On the defensive end, the connection between Hall’s Solomon Levy, CJ Nunez, and Declan Mitchell was a highlight of the evening. Their off-field friendship transferred naturally onto the turf, where communication and rotations were instinctive. The trio stayed composed under pressure, which was a vital tactic when attempting to contain Glastonbury’s swift passes around the crease.

Midway through the first quarter, Glastonbury found rhythm. Following the first goal from Brody Cummings, teammate Wyatt Desantos added another goal to extend the lead. 

Late in the period, Glastonbury capitalized on a vital Hall mistake. Pressure from behind the cage forced a turnover from Hall’s goalie, leaving the net open. Defender Nunez sprinted at the net in an attempt to save the play, but the Guardians scored to end the quarter in a 4-0 lead. 

Midfielder Ish Suleiman charges upfield in a transition, with his stick out and eyes ahead. Hall vs. Glastonbury boys lacrosse. May 6, 2026. Photo credit: Craig Rosenberg

Every play for the Guardians seemed choreographed. Their offensive movement forced Hall’s defense into a cruel chase of “follow-the-leader” around the crease. Yet, despite the pressures, Goalie Solly Levy utilized his sight of the field, and remained the vocal heart of the team. Directing players toward open cutters to keep the Titans organized.

Hall goalie Solly Levy meets a high shot in front of the net, highlighting the defensive effort the Titans played all game. Hall vs. Glastonbury boys lacrosse. May 6, 2026. Photo credit: Craig Rosenberg

The second quarter was driven by Glastonbury, as they continued to dominate faceoffs and ground balls. The Guardian sideline never stopped communicating, shouting direction of ball movement, and tracking every pass. It was as if every player on the field knew where the ball was headed, without even having to look around. By halftime, the Guardians held an 8-0 lead.

The Titans returned from the break with a new spark. Although Glastonbury scored just 40 seconds into the half. Hall responded immediately. Ben Putnam sparked offensive interest with a faceoff win, leading to the first Titan goal by Ben Carlson. For the first time all night, the momentum shifted in favor of the home team.

Matthew Bonner added a second goal during an offensive stretch late in the game, demonstrating the Titans refusal to let up regardless of the score.

In the final minutes, Hall told a different story than the scoreboard. The offensive duo McHugh and Bonner created consistent looks for shooting opportunities for two last minute goals, while the defensive end was held together by hustle and physical stops. 

The final score landed squarely in the Guardians favor, 16-4. But for Hall, Wednesday night was a testament to the refusal to back down against one of Connecticut’s elite programs.

Glastonbury seeks to continue a 9-2-0 record at Hingham High School on May 9 at 6 p.m. Hall (5-7) plays away at Xavier on Saturday, May 9 at 11 a.m.

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