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2026 PVI Boys Lacrosse Media Guide

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FROM THE ATHLETIC DIRECTOR...

Welcome to the 2026 lacrosse season! We are extremely excited and proud to have Head Coach Jeff Schwartz and his outstanding coaching staff guiding our program (on and off the field) this year. Across the board at PVI, we are blessed to have so many dedicated and decorated coaches leading our student-athletes. These coaches teach accountability, understand, encourage academic success, support each other’s programs, and work hard to build great teams based on faith. Coaches who are “teachers” and Christian leaders with character and integrity make a tremendous difference in our children’s lives. Teaching our student-athletes to be respectful and accountable teaches them to succeed in life. We are also extremely fortunate to have a dedicated support network from our alumni, boosters, parents, school staff, and community. No doubt about it...PVI is truly a special place.

It is critical to recognize athletics’ value as an essential part of the educational process. More importantly, remember that our sports programs at PVI are an extension of our mission and ministry. As a college preparatory school, we strive to run college prep athletic programs so that our student-athletes who can combine the right amounts of ability and desire can move to the next level thanks to the PVI athletic experience. At the same time, a significant focus of our athletic program is to help our student-athletes to develop lasting life skills to use as they move on in college, in a career, as productive members of society, as husbands and wives, and as parents. When you surround your child with the gospel, discipline, integrity, and truth, you can make a difference in their life forever. That is the core of our mission. It is easier to build boys and girls than mend men and women.

Finally, I would like to remind all our spectators to be “good sports.” Be a fan but allow our coaches to coach and let the players play. Let us create a positive environment for all involved: one where student-athletes and parents get the most from their experiences; one where winning is not the only thing; one where opponents and officials are not taunted or humiliated. We want an environment where the emphasis is on positive relationships and learning essential life lessons through hard work, competition, and faith.

It is an honor and a privilege to serve as Director of Athletics at PVI. Our community’s sense of togetherness humbles me. We are genuinely ONE TEAM! #TeamPVI

PVI BOYS LACROSSE GAME DAY GUIDE 2026

MESSAGE FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL

Dear PVI Lacrosse Community,

As lacrosse season starts, I am reminded of the years I sat in the stands watching my sisters, brother, and nephew play lacrosse. (I also played for a brief time, but could only catch on my left side, which meant that I was better off in the stands!) It is a game of speed, bumps, stick skills, finesse, and mud, and I look forward to being in the stands once again, this time to cheer on our talented boys’ lacrosse team. Under the leadership of our head coach, Jeff Schwartz, I have no doubt it will be an exciting and rewarding season!

At PVI, the coaches and the Athletic Department staff work tirelessly to create a program that combines the many facets of our Catholic mission — a quality, educational environment that prepares students to face any challenges that come their way. All students at PVI must balance academics and any extracurricular activities, including athletics. They are scholar athletes first and foremost — shining examples of growth and success and of through discipline, hard work, and teamwork.

Positive support under the responsibility of good sportsmanship is expected of all students, fans, and guests. A good rule of conduct should be to let each participant do the job he or she has been trained to do: players play, coaches coach, referees judge, and fans cheer in a positive manner.

It is my constant prayer that God watches over all who walk the halls, the courts, and the fields of PVI. May the spring lacrosse season bring success and safety for all! Go Panthers!

Peace and blessings,

John John Henry Henry

John Henry, it has been a joy watching you develop a passion for the game of lacrosse over the past 10 years. You play with heart. Grit, passion, 110% effort And a will to win. This led you to achieving your skill level goals and ultimately your dream of going on to play D1 Lacrosse. We are so proud of you and are so excited to watch you at Providence. ST-6 will always be cheering you on!

Love, Dad, Mom, Ashley, Bobby & Bradley

Congratulations! Joshua Jung Shearer!

Joshua,

Mom, Julia and I are so proud of you and thankful for the young man that you have become . . . We pray for your resilience, perseverance, and future success.

May you always give God the glory, love thy neighbor as thy self, deny the top side, guard the roll back, and when you slide, may you always slide hard to the body!

Current Student Athlete Commits

2026

Adam Corkhill - Johns Hopkins

Braiden Galaida - Christopher Newport

Gavin Gilmore - Richmond

Carter Holland - Mary Washington

Heath Holland - High Point

Will Kovacs - Lehigh

John Henry Schroder - Providence

Joshua Shearer - Jacksonville

Colton Sirois - Towson

Joe Wheatley - Christopher Newport

Alumni Commits

2025 Zakk Chesteen - Vermont

Connor Pinto - Christopher Newport

Kyle Pinto - Christopher Newport

Ryan Rubino - Franklin & Marshall

Christopher Rothenberger - Sewanee

2024

James Peters - Rollins College

Ryan Kehoe - University of Michigan

Jack Wheatley - Christopher Newport University

Will Cramp - Christopher Newport University

Luca Signorello - Washington College

2023

Matthew Dineen - University of Utah

Henry Fleckner - Jacksonville University

Grant Giunchi - St. Bonaventure University

Matthew Han - University of Michigan

Finn Joyce - Newberry College

Parker Love - United States Naval Academy

Nathan Murphy - University of Richmond

Dustin Shattan - United States Coast Guard Academy

Griffin Hart - James Madison University (Football)

2022

Carson Boyle - University of Vermont

Grant Catello - Mount St. Mary’s University

Jacob Fowler - University of Mary Washington

Johnny Kidd - Lehigh University

Jaden Mullins - Mount St. Mary’s University

Marco Signorello - University of Maryland

Cameron Young - Hampden-Sydney College

2021

Will Barnes – Boston University

Colin Degrassi – Hofstra University

Ethan Hodges – University of Detroit Mercy

Bennett Love – Colorado College

Bryce Morris – Manhattan College

Burke McFarlane – Tampa University / UVA

Patrick Neubauer – Stevenson University

Dylan Previ – Piedmont College

2020

Ben Branic - Roanoke College

Owen Houston - Virginia Military Institute

Brian Howdershell - Virginia Military Institute

John Kelly - Marist College

Caleb McNaull - Fairfield University

Charlie O’Connor - Duke University

Jackson Palmer - Colorado Mesa University

Max Redmond - Virginia Military Institute

Billy Saffin - Loyola University

2027

Niko Colavecchio - Queens

2019

Logan Ancona - Virginia Military Institute

Jacob Angelus - Johns Hopkins University

Joe Dickson - Christopher Newport University

Gavin Kline - Syracuse University

Ian McCarthy - Lynchburg College

2018

RJ Barnes - Virginia Military Institute

Luke Caracciolo - Bryant University

Steven Cornwell - UMBC

Greyson Ergenbright - Dartmouth College

Brandon Fisher - Ohio State University

Kyle Greenfelder - Dennison College

Gavin Kemble - Gettysburg College (football)

Reid McDonald - Trinity College

2017

Tommy Brackett - Christopher Newport University

Emmett Kemble - Bryant University

Danny Kielbasa - United States Military Academy

Gus Lee - University of Richmond (football)

AJ Nieves - Lynchburg College

Nick Pogreba - Christopher Newport University

Roman Puglise - University of Maryland

Jackson Smith - Ohio State University

2016

Nic Ancona - Wagner College

Adam Baker - Jacksonville University

Luke Davies - Virginia Military Institute

Tim Dickson - Delaware Valley

Michael McCormick - Gettysburg College

Joe Neubauer - Florida Southern College

Jeffrey Pisani - Lynchburg College

John Schmank - Virginia Military Institute

2015

Luke Brugel - University of Virginia

Andrew Garstka - Gettysburg College

Lane Grimes - Virginia Military Institute

Patrick Gyennis - University of Maryland

Troy Jahelka - United States Naval Academy

Ryan Lamb - University of Virginia

Andrew McCormick - Catholic University of America

Ryan O’Connor - University of North Carolina

Taylor Redmond - Gettysburg College

David Williamson - Furman University

Coach Jeff Schwartz enters his third season as head coach in 2026, building on the strong foundation and momentum established during his first two years at the helm. Coach Schwartz served as an offensive and defensive volunteer assistant at PVI under former Panther coach, Bob Waters. Coach Schwartz helped lead the Panthers to a 2018 VISSA championship. Coach Schwartz brings 10+ years of experience coaching at all levels of lacrosse to Paul VI. Coach Schwartz notes, “I could not be more grateful to be a part of the PVI Panther family. I’m excited to enable a brand of lacrosse of which the community can be proud. I can’t wait to get to work.”

Coach Schwartz started his playing career as a 3-sport athlete at Tabor Academy in Marion, MA graduating in 2007. He went on to play at the University of Lynchburg as a Face-Off Specialist earning two All ODAC honors. His leadership skills were honed as a 2-time captain prior to graduating in 2012. Coach Schwartz stayed at Lynchburg, beginning his coaching career as a Graduate Assistant Coach helping lead the Hornets to an Old Dominion Athletic Conference Championship game berth and a trip to the NCAA Quarterfinals.

After leaving Lynchburg, Coach Schwartz moved to Israel to serve as the head coach of Israel’s Men’s National team. He served in this role for more than a year and led the Blue and White to a silver medal in the European Championships in 2016. Coach Schwartz remained on Israel’s coaching staff as a defensive assistant and defensive coordinator through the 2018 and 2023 World Championships. Coach Schwartz continues to work with Team Israel and remains the defensive coordinator on staff.

Coach Schwartz’s success and drive isn’t limited to the lacrosse field. In addition to being an effective Area VP of North American Sales for Gartner, Inc., Coach Schwartz is completing a Master’s degree in Applied Sport Psychology, combining his experience on the field with a background in mental strength training. Coach has deeply rooted connections to collegiate coaches and experience on both sides of the recruiting process.

When Coach Schwartz has some free time, he enjoys participating in CrossFit and triathlons (not at the same time) and hanging out with his wife Amanda, adorable 3-year-old son, Ethan and his beautiful 1-year-old daughter, Mia.

Congratulations Carter Holland ‘26

Carter - we are so proud of your accomplishments. Your grit and commitment are inspiring. Keep working hard we can not wait to see the next chapter of your lacrosse journey!

Love, Mom and Dad

“Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might.”

Ecclesiastes 9:10

Congratulations Heath Holland ‘26

Heath - We are so proud of everything you have accomplished! Your passion for this beautiful game is evident every time you step onto the field- keep lighting up the game with your joy for it! We can not wait to see the next chapter of your lacrosse journey!

Love, Mom and Dad

“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart"

Colossians 3:23

Varsity Coaching Staff

Joey McCallum
RJ Barns
Nick Purkat
Jeff Schwartz
Mike Camarda
Jacob Angelus

2026 LACROSSE SCHEDULE

2026

Head coach: Jeff Schwartz

Assistant Coaches: Nick Purkatt, Mike Camarda, Joey McCallum, RJ Barnes, Jacob Angelus

Class of 2026

Braiden Galaida
Gavin Gilmore
Will Kovacs
Heath Holland

SENIORS

Class of 2026

Colton Sirois
Daniel Gutierrez
Jacob Moniz
Joe Wheatley

SENIORS

Class of 2026

Christian Lee
Charles Carey
Joshua Shearer
John Henry Schroder

Class of 2026

Sebastian Nylund
Carter Holland
Bryce Hart
Adam Corkhill

SENIOR MANAGERS

MANAGERS

Reese Gerhard
Sadie Harn
Anya McGillycuddy
Sydney Evans

MANAGERS

Name Gr

Sadie Harn SR

Anya McGillycuddy SR

Kate Turner JR

Sydney Evans JR

Veronica Sebastianelli SO

Reese Gerhard SO

Kaitlyn Turner

Charlie Carey

From Algonkian Tribe to Fall Brawl, to the LAX World Series, to the WCAC! What a ride it’s been! We love you so much, CHUCKIE! May God continue to bless you in your final season and next year at Franciscan!! Love, m, Dad, Grace, Al, Jack, Kelly, James, , and Benny!

VARSITY LACROSSE

Graham Cowan
Ben Neal
Colin Horner
Connor Burton
Trey McDonald
Jack Watts
Tyler Daniel
Strat Thompson
Sean Coute

VARSITY LACROSSE

Wilton Taliaferro
Gunner Colbert
Jonah Johnson
Nathan Barnes
Oliver Emilo
Tyler Kim
Niko Colavecchio
Aaron Reidy
Daniel Sowala

VARSITY LACROSSE

Stone Taliaferro
Christopher Fink
Brayden Hall
Gabe Springer

Junior Varsity Coaching Staff

Tim Curtin
Dave Rupp
Jim Maguire

Number First Last Year

Skip Hommer, IV JR

Daniel Mansoor SO

Colin Horner FR

Tyler (TK) Kim FR

Aaron Reidy FR

Cochran JR

Dan Sowala FR

Oliver Emilo FR

Jacob (Jake) Martin JR

Ian Heaney JR

Sean Maguire JR

Danny Zuleta Rodriguez SO

Isaac Allgood JR

Christian Ralston SO

Brayden Hall FR

Morgan Shaw SO

Brody Evans FR

Nikolas Lozano JR

Brendan Lowell SO

Gabriel (Gabe) Springer FR

Andrew (Drew) Sutton SO

Grant Strom FR

Maddox Lane FR

Endale Kidd JR

Stone Taliaferro FR

Cameron Gureff SO

Emmett Northrop JR

Jacob Koubayati JR

Harrison Hughitt SO

Greysen Conway JR

Matthew Degano JR

Brody Kilkeary SO

Tommy Ernst SO

Sawyer Colio SO

Khoi Le JR

McGill SO

Charlie Burkhalter SO

Head Coaches: Tim Curtin

Assistant Coaches: Dave Rupp, Jim Maguire

Managers: Reese Gerhard, Veronica Sebastianelli

JUNIOR VARSITY LACROSSE

Christian Ralston
Brody Evans
Jack Cochran
Isaac Allgood
Sean Maguire
Logan Adams
Jake Martin
Morgan Shaw
Nikolas Lozano

JUNIOR VARSITY LACROSSE

Andrew Sutton
Grant Strom
Greysen Conway
Cameron Gureff
Brendan Lowell
Maddox Lane
Matthew Degano
Khoi Le
Charlie Burkhalter

JUNIOR VARSITY LACROSSE

Congratulations Adam and the Class of 2026!

We are so proud of the young man you’ve become, both on and off the field. It’s been a joy watching you play over the years, and we’ve loved cheering you on every step of the way!

Here’s to an amazing senior year filled with great memories and everything you’ve worked so hard for! Can’t wait to continue watching you play!

Love - Mom, Dad & Mason

Congrats JOE WHEATLEY !

We’re so proud of you and all that you’ve accomplished and know that you’ll do great things. We love you!

Dad, Mom, Caroline (’22), Jack (’24) and Meg (’28)

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Since the beginning and still side by side… The brotherhood continues at PVI.

To the boys that started together so many years ago And the friends that were part of the journey along the way Bray, Colin, Connor, Ollie, Strat, Stone & Aaron From your parents and angel investors. We love you!

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