2026 2A Girls Polls – Tampa Lax Report

Week 7

Plant (9-1) – The lady Panthers were 1-1 on the week, easily handling Newsome on Tuesday but falling to a very good Bishop Moore on the road Friday. Do not let Bishop Moore’s losing record fool you they probably have played the toughest schedule in the State. The lady Panthers have one more game left in regular season, a make-up rain out with Berkeley Prep on Wednesday.
Newsome (6-5) – The lady Wolves could not stand up to the visiting Plant on Tuesday for their only game of the week. Road games to close out the regular season at Wharton and Robinson.
Steinbrenner (8-4) – The lady Warriors went 1-1 on the week blanking Bloomingdale on Tuesday and losing to visiting National Cathedral (DC) on Friday. Two games left in regular season as they travel to Riverview on Tuesday and host Alonso on Thursday.
Manatee (4-8) – The lady Hurricanes lost on the road for their only game of the week to Oviedo. Two games remain on their schedule to close out their very tough regular season schedule; Sarasota on Monday and out of state Ridgewood (NJ) on Thursday.
Wharton (8-2) – The lady Wildcats returned from Spring Break with a road win on Wednesday at Alonso. Two games left in regular season as they host Newsome on Monday and close things out at Lakeland Christian on Thursday.

Week 6

Plant (8-0) – No games for the lady Panthers due to Spring Break. Big upcoming road game with #2 Newsome on Tuesday (recommended game to watch) and another tough game on the road on Friday at Bishop Moore. FHSAA latest rankings having them holding #1 Seed in 2A Region 3 with home field advantage throughout the playoffs.
Newsome (6-4) – Big opportunity for the lady Wolves hosting Plant on Tuesday, their only game this week. Recommended Game to Watch! FHSAA currently ranks them #2 in 2A Region 3 Playoffs, so this game could influence #1 Seed for Regional Playoffs as well. We expect to see these 2 teams play each other again in the Region 3 Final.
Steinbrenner (7-3) – The lady Warriors have 2 upcoming games this week; Tuesday at Bloomingdale and Friday at Joe DiMaggio Sports Complex to take on the visiting National Cathedral (DC). Current FHSAA rankings have them holding the #4 spot in 2A Region 3 Playoffs.
Manatee (4-7) – The lady Hurricanes were one of the few teams that played this week, losing to the visiting Roland Park Country (MD) on Monday and getting a home win over Riverview on Wednesday. They will travel to a tough Oviedo team on Friday, their only game of the week. FHSAA has them ranked outside of 2A Region 3 Playoffs currently but that could change during District Playoffs.
Wharton (7-2) – The lady Wildcats were idle last week due to Spring Break. Two upcoming games scheduled for this upcoming week with Angeline Academy and Alonso, both on the road. FHSAA’s current rankings show them as #5 Seed in 2A Region 3. This may be the year that the lady Wildcats get back into Regional Playoffs. Will be an interesting finish.

Week 5

Plant (8-0) – Only one game on the schedule for the lady Panthers this week, which they won comfortably over Robinson on Tuesday. The latest FHSAA rankings have them as #1 Seed in Region 3 Playoffs and Newsome is behind them at #2. They are off on Spring Break and will be back in action at #2 Newsome on Tuesday, the 24^th. Could determine #1 Seed for Regional Playoffs. Recommended game to watch.
Newsome (6-4) – Do not let their record fool you; the lady Wolves are very deserving to be at the #2 spot in our poll. Coming off a tough Saturday game against Episcopal School of Jacksonville, they went 1-1 on the week, with a comfortable win over Sickles on Monday and losing to 1A 2025 State Champions Lake Highland Prep on Wednesday. The lady Wolves are off for Spring Break but have a big game against #1 Plant at home on Tuesday March 24^th. This game could decide #1 seed for Regional Playoffs. Recommended game to watch and we could see them again in the 2A Region 3 Final in late April.
Steinbrenner (7-3) – The lady Warriors went 2-0 on the week, with a win over Manatee at home on Wednesday and a forfeit win over Durant on Thursday (2^nd time playing them this season). With the win over Manatee, the lady Warriors bumped everyone up a notch. Currently sitting at 9^th (FHSAA Rankings) spot for Regional Playoffs, they only have four games remaining to make a move upward to get into Regional Playoffs. Manatee’s struggles this season may help them.
Manatee (3-6) – Tough week for the lady Hurricanes as they take a road loss to our new #3 Steinbrenner on Wednesday and a forfeit loss to Benjamin on Friday. The lady Hurricanes have lost 5 out of their last 6 games, all being tough opponents, which is keeping them in this poll. They will be playing over Spring Break, hosting the traveling Roland Park Country (MD) on Monday at 11 am and then hosting Riverview on Wednesday. They are currently holding 6^th seed in Region 3 Playoffs but expect to see a drop after the loss to Steinbrenner earlier in the week.
Wharton (7-2) – Welcome to the top 5 lady Wildcats. Better late then never, as they should have been on this poll a week ago with their win over Sickles. FHSAA currently ranks them 10^th but we could see them inch their way into Regional Playoffs as Palm Harbor and Manatee drop down. The lady Wildcats are off for Spring Break but have four games remaining on their schedule, with their March 30^th game at Newsome being the toughest. We will see if they can hold their spot.

Week 4

Plant (7-0) – The lady Panthers added 1 game to the win total this week, but their anticipated game with visiting Episcopal School of Jacksonville was cancelled due to weather on Friday night. It will be rescheduled for a later date at a neutral location. Only 1 game on the schedule next week; hosting Robinson on Tuesday, then no more games until after Spring Break.
Manatee (3-4) – The lady Hurricanes went down to the rising Bradenton Christian team on the road Monday and bounced back with a nice home win over Gulf Coast on Saturday. Big matchup with Steinbrenner on Wednesday, a recommended game to watch. Then it’s off to Benjamin on Friday to close the week. It’s going to be an interesting week for the lady Hurricanes.
Newsome (5-3) – The lady Wolves went 1-1 on the week, holding off Steinbrenner in a close road game (13-11) on Wednesday. Then losing to a strong Episcopal School of Jacksonville on Saturday morning. The schedule does not get easier as they host 2025 1A State Champions Lake Highland Prep on Wednesday – a recommended game to watch.
Steinbrenner (5-3) – The lady Warriors went 1-1 on the week, falling in a close home game to Newsome on Wednesday and getting a comfortable win over Alonso on Friday. Big upcoming game with Manatee at home on Wednesday – another recommended game to watch. Could maybe see the lady Warriors make a move upward in this poll.
Palm Harbor University (5-1) – The lady Hurricanes suffered their first loss of the season this week dropping to Calvary Christian on Tuesday. Upcoming games with East Lake on Tuesday and Largo on Thursday before going into Spring Break.

Week 3

Plant (6-0) – Only 1 game this week for the lady Panthers – beating district opponent Steinbrenner on Thursday. There was a Friday night rain-out for their Berkeley game, which they are working to reschedule. 2 games this week at they travel to Sickles on Tuesday and play Episcopal School of Jacksonville at home Friday night. Game to watch for sure.
Manatee (2-3) – The lady Hurricanes took 2 loses this week, both to top-notch teams; IMG Blue and Community School of Naples. Upcoming schedule has them traveling to the high scoring Bradenton Christian team on Monday, at Sarasota on Thursday, and closing the week hosting a Saturday afternoon game against Gulf Coast. Newsome may jump into this spot soon.
Newsome (3-2) – The Lady Wolves went 2-2 on the week, dropping games to #1 Academy of the Holy Names on Tuesday and then to powerhouse Lake Mary on Thursday, but earning comfortable wins over both Bloomingdale and Alonso. Upcoming week shows another 3 games on the schedule as they travel to Riverview on Monday, to Steinbrenner on Wednesday, then closing the week with a Saturday 10 a.m. game versus the visiting Episcopal School of Jacksonville.
Steinbrenner (4-2) – The lady Warriors were 1-1 on the week, beating Robinson on Monday, but then falling to district rival Plant on the road Thursday. They will be hosting Newsome on Wednesday, then traveling to Alonso on Friday to close out the week. Newsome should be a game to watch.
Palm Harbor University (4-0) – Welcome to the Top 5 Palm Harbor U! We have the Lady Hurricanes in the poll this week as Sickles fell to Wharton, knocking them out of our poll. Upcoming games are against Calvary Christian on Tuesday and Countryside on Thursday. We will see if they can hold their position here.

Week 2

Plant (5-0) – The lady Panthers keep their perfect record, but they did have a tight road game with Academy of the Holy Names on Friday night, being held under 10 goals for the first time this season. Steinbrenner and Berkeley Prep on the schedule for next week.
Manatee (2-1) – The lady Hurricanes took their first loss of the season to a very good Lakewood Ranch team (need to keep an eye on them) at home on Thursday and closed the week Saturday with a narrow shootout (30 goals scored between the 2 teams) victory. Upcoming week just gets tougher as they host IMG Blue on Tuesday and travel to 1A powerhouse Community School of Naples on Thursday.
Newsome (1-0) – The Lady Wolves started the 2026 Season with a big win over Durant. Tough upcoming week as they travel to Academy of the Holy Names on Tuesday, then head up to Lake Mary on Thursday. The Lady Wolves will close the week with Alonso on Friday at home.
Steinbrenner (3-1) – The lady Warriors took their first loss of the 2026 Season to a very good Bishop Moore team on Wednesday and took care of division opponent Sickles on Friday, to take a firm hold on #4 spot in this poll. Big upcoming game at Plant on Thursday.
Sickles (2-1) – The lady Gryphons went 1-1 on the week, easily defeating Durant on Tuesday and losing by almost double digits at home to Steinbrenner on Thursday. Upcoming road games at Wharton and Robinson next week.

Week 1

Plant (2-0) – The lady Panthers seemed to pick up where they left off last season, blanking both Durant and Alonso the opening week.Their offense seems to be just fine as they notched a combined 38 goals. Next week may be more challenging as the travel to Academy of the Holy Names on Friday 20^th. One of our games to watch on the week.
Manatee (1-0) – The lady Hurricanes opened the season on Monday with a double-digit win over Parrish Community, but unfortunately their team got struck with the illness that has been going around the area and had to cancel their game against Tampa Catholic on Thursday. They are back in action on Wednesday 18^th hosting Lakewood Ranch and traveling to Cardinal Mooney on Saturday 21^st at 2pm.
Newsome (0-0) – The lady Wolves will open the 2026 season at home next week Feb 18^th against Durant.
Steinbrenner (2-0) – The lady Warriors opened their 2026 season with 2 double-digit road victories last week over Wharton and Durant. Next week may be a great test for them as they host a strong Bishop Moore team on Wednesday 18^th and closing the week at Sickles on Friday 20^th.
Sickles (1-0) – The lady Gryphons had an eventful opening week as they had to reschedule their game with Robinson due to illness on Monday, but were able to recover enough to defeat Alonso at home on Wednesday. Hopefully they are all fully recovered to host rival Steinbrenner on Friday to close the week.

Pre-Season

Plant – The Plant Panthers are coming off a historic 2025 State Championship season, finishing with a perfect 24-0 record. This achievement served as a fitting farewell to retiring Coach Jayne Chapman. The community remains deeply indebted to her leadership and lasting impact on the sport. A new era begins this year as longtime assistant Marisa Colacino steps into the Head Coach role. She is joined by returning assistant coaches Sydney Drummings and Mike Craig. This experienced staff faces the significant challenge of replacing a massive amount of graduated talent. Last year’s departing seniors accounted for: 312 goals (75% of the team’s total) 529 total points (78% of the team’s offensive production). Despite the roster turnover, the Panthers return a strong core of veteran leaders and rising stars: Malory Carideo (Sr.): defense/midfield (Anderson University), Lily Phillips (Sr.): goalie, Andie Rubin (Jr.): midfield/draw specialist (John Hopkins University), Suri Parker (So.): attack/midfield. Recommended games to watch: at Academy of the Holy Names 2/20, Episcopal School of Jacksonville 3/6, at Newsome (A potential preview of the region 3 final) 3/24, at Bishop Moore 3/27. 2026 expectation: The Panthers are projected to secure the district 11 2A title and are strong contenders to reach the region 3 finals.
Manatee – The Lady Hurricanes finished 2025 with a 13-7 record and #2 seed in region 3 2A playoffs. As predicted by TRL in last year’s preseason poll, the Lady Hurricanes reached the regional 3 2A final, falling to Plant. Like the Plant team, the Lady Hurricanes graduated a ton of talented 2025s that accounted for 91% of the goals scored last season and 88% of total offense (goals and assists). Assistant Coach Kevin Paglino will be taking the helm this year as new Head Coach and has a very challenging schedule for his young team. Games to watch: at Community School of Naples 2/26, at Benjamin 3/13, Roland Park Country (MD) 3/16, Foothill (CA) 3/31 and closing regular season with Ridgewood (NJ) on 4/2. 2026 expectations are runner up for district 11 2A and expected to reach region 3 playoffs. This could be a rebuilding year for this young team.
Newsome The Lady Wolves finished 13-5 last season and were #3 seed in region 3 playoffs eventually falling to Manatee in the region 3 semi final. This is yet another team in our top 5 that is going through a coaching change (nothing new for this team). Erin Ebert has moved on to join the staff at University of Tampa and former player Danielle Brickhaus is taking the reins this year. The Lady Wolves graduated stellar goalie Macy Clay along with other talented seniors, but they have plenty of talented players (see TLRs 2026 Players to Watch List) on their roster for 2026 and may be the team on the rise this season. Games to watch this season are: @ Lake Mary 2/26, Episcopal School of Jacksonville 3/7, 1A State Champions Lake Highland Prep 3/11, and possible preview of the 2026 region 3 final – Plant on 3/24. This may be the year that the Lady Wolves advance to the state final four.
Steinbrenner The Lady Warriors were 12-6 last season and were 7^th seed in region 3 playoffs losing to Manatee in the regional quarter finals. Top goal scorer, senior Midfielder Elle Edwards (UNC Charlotte), will be leading the way. Along with host of young talented players, they may make district 11 more competitive this upcoming season. Games to watch this season: Bishop Moore 2/18, Plant 2/26, Newsome on 3/4, and 2025 regional quarter final rematch with Manatee on 3/11. Big influx of freshman talent may push this team back into contention.
Sickles Another great year for the Lady Gryphons, going 14-6 under new head coach Morgan Basler and getting 4^th seed in region 3 playoffs. The 4^th team in district 11 to go to regional 3 playoffs, but ending their season in region 3 quarter finals getting knocked off by Riverview. Losing top goal scoring midfielder Alexa DeSart to graduation is going to have some impact but they still have senior midfielder Peyton Ordeman (Embry-Riddle) who was a close 2^nd in scoring along with draw specialist junior Keira Lupis to lead the team this upcoming season. Games to watch: Steinbrenner on 2/20, Plant on 3/3, Newsome on 3/9, and interesting matchup with DC powerhouse National Cathedral on 3/25.

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