Ohio High School Boys Lacrosse Top 10 Rankings – April 14, 2026

The boys lacrosse season continues to roll on.
High School on SI’s third Ohio boys lacrosse rankings of the 2026 season are here:
1. Western Reserve (9-0)
The Pioneers recorded two wins at the Golden Domer Classic over the weekend. Western Reserve hosts The Hill Academy on Friday.
Previous rank: 1
2. St. Xavier (9-0)
St. Xavier picked up wins against Milford and Davidson over the weekend. The Bombers host St. Xavier (KY) on Wednesday.
Previous rank: 2
3. Upper Arlington (7-1)
The Golden Bears beat Worthington Kilbourne, 15-10, last Thursday. UA faces Olentangy Liberty on Wednesday.
Previous rank: 4
4. Worthington Kilbourne (6-3)
Kilbourne fell to Upper Arlington, but bounced back with a win over Hudson on Sunday. The Wolves host New Albany on Thursday.
Previous rank: 3
5. Bishop Watterson (9-0)
The Eagles grabbed two more victories to extend their undefeated run. Watterson hosts St. Francis DeSales on Wednesday.
Previous rank: 5
6. Olentangy Liberty (6-1)
The Patriots secured victories over Dublin Jerome and Catholic Central last week. Liberty will host Upper Arlington on Wednesday.
Previous rank: 7
7. St. Ignatius (7-2)
The Wildcats went 2-1 last week. St. Ignatius will face Hudson on Wednesday.
Previous rank: 8
8. Delaware Hayes (6-1)
Hayes knocked off Olentangy Berlin last week. The Pacers will host Westerville North on Tuesday.
Previous rank: 9
9. New Albany (7-2)
The Eagles will host Grove City on Tuesday.
Previous rank: None
10. St. Charles Prep (6-1)
The Cardinals, winners of three games in a row, will face Pickerington North on Thursday.
Previous rank: None
Dropped out: Loveland (6-1), Milford (5-2).
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