The Walsh Jesuit boys’ lacrosse team stormed into the 2025 season with an 8–0 start, and despite a midseason slump, they’ve regained momentum in dominant fashion. Now sitting at 10–3 overall and 3–0 in conference play, the Warriors are ranked No. 3 in Region 5, No. 26 in Ohio, and 416th nationally, according to MaxPreps. 

At the center of the action is senior Grayson Zupensik, known simply as “Goose.” The name might sound light, but his play is anything but.

“Goose is one of my friends, and every time I see him play, he seems to score a crazy goal,” said junior Joey Yanucci. “I have seen him score so many BTB (behind the back) goals.”

Goose isn’t the only one filling up the stat sheet. The Voinovich brothers, Steven and Luke, have built a reputation as one of the most dangerous duos in the division, combining speed, vision, and chemistry on attack.

The Warriors’ firepower has helped them average over 12 goals per game and build a goal differential of 64 through their first eight games. Even with three tough losses midseason, the team has rebounded with back-to-back double-digit wins, defeating Canton Central Catholic 17–8 and Lake 17–2.

“This lacrosse team is just beating up on every team they play against,” said senior Lauren Stephens. “The games aren’t even close. That does not mean they are not fun to watch, though.”

The defense has been just as critical to the team’s success. Senior captain and goalie Tim Jarosewich holds a 60% save rate and brings intensity to every possession. Alongside him, senior defender Michael Hill and co-captain Owen Pelland form a disciplined backline that’s given up just 40 goals over eight games, an average of only five per game.

“I believe the amount of goals that we’ve let up on the season doesn’t reflect how good our defense actually is,” said Jarosewich. “Most of the goals that we have let up has been when we are already up by 5 plus goals.”

The Warriors face a big rivalry matchup tonight against the 7–1 Hoban Knights, a test that could determine regional playoff seeding. Tensions are high, but so is confidence.

“I have been watching film on this team and I think they are very beatable,” said Pelland. “Their defense doesn’t look good enough to handle our strong attack. I also believe their attack isn’t good enough to take us down. If we have a good night, we should be able to win this one.”

Looking ahead, Walsh Jesuit has matchups against Westlake (May 6), Roosevelt (May 7), and Highland (May 9). As they chase a deep playoff run, the Warriors remain locked in—playing their game, staying disciplined, and taking it one opponent at a time.