Voting is now open for the Cape Cod and Islands Girls Lacrosse Player of the Week. Fans can support their favorite players from recent games.
Key points
Voting is open for Player of the Week
Nominees include Ashley Silva and Laura Ferreira
Voting can be done online
Deadline for voting is at the end of the week
Recent games influence nominations
Mentioned in this story
Cape Cod Community College
Ashley SilvaLaura Ferreira
Martha's Vineyard's Ashley Silva turns her head back towards the play as she plans her next move during a game at Cape Cod Community College in Barnstable, MA on May 14, 2026.
Sturgis East's Laura Ferreira scoops up a ground ball ahead of Martha's Vineyard's Madison Curelli during a game at Cape Cod Community College in Barnstable, MA on May 14, 2026.
Martha's Vineyard's Brynn Savva controls the draw and moves up field during a game at Cape Cod Community College in Barnstable, MA on May 14, 2026.
Sturgis East's Emily Ward tries to cut off the run of Martha's Vineyard's Lacey Munn during a game at Cape Cod Community College in Barnstable, MA on May 14, 2026.
Sturgis East's Keira Harney stands in the pouring rain during a game at Cape Cod Community College in Barnstable, MA on May 14, 2026.
Q&A
Who are the nominees for Cape Cod and Islands Girls Lacrosse Player of the Week?
The nominees include Ashley Silva from Martha's Vineyard and Laura Ferreira from Sturgis East.
How can I vote for the Cape Cod and Islands Girls Lacrosse Player of the Week?
Voting can be done online through the designated voting platform for the Player of the Week.
What is the deadline for voting for the Player of the Week?
The deadline for voting is typically set for the end of the week, so check the voting platform for specific dates.
When was the last game played that influenced the Player of the Week nominations?
The last game that influenced the nominations took place on May 14, 2026, at Cape Cod Community College.
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Martha's Vineyard's Brynn Savva tries to outpace Sturgis East's Mara Dwyer during a game at Cape Cod Community College in Barnstable, MA on May 14, 2026.
Martha's Vineyard's Mackenna Metell and Sturgis East's Keira Harney go head-to-head on the draw during a game at Cape Cod Community College in Barnstable, MA on May 14, 2026.
Martha's Vineyard's Alicia Silva beats Sturgis East's Eva McNeil to a loose ball during a game at Cape Cod Community College in Barnstable, MA on May 14, 2026.
Martha's Vineyard's Mackenna Metell shows off her speed as she sprints up field in the attacking zone during a game at Cape Cod Community College in Barnstable, MA on May 14, 2026.
Martha's Vineyard's Alicia Silva sees her progress up field slowed down by Sturgis East's Mara Dwyer during a game at Cape Cod Community College in Barnstable, MA on May 14, 2026.
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Martha's Vineyard Ashley Silva sets the tone in win over Sturgis East
Martha's Vineyard's Ashley Silva turns her head back towards the play as she plans her next move during a game at Cape Cod Community College in Barnstable, MA on May 14, 2026.
1 / 10
Martha's Vineyard Ashley Silva sets the tone in win over Sturgis East
Martha's Vineyard's Ashley Silva turns her head back towards the play as she plans her next move during a game at Cape Cod Community College in Barnstable, MA on May 14, 2026.
2 / 10
Martha's Vineyard Ashley Silva sets the tone in win over Sturgis East
Sturgis East's Laura Ferreira scoops up a ground ball ahead of Martha's Vineyard's Madison Curelli during a game at Cape Cod Community College in Barnstable, MA on May 14, 2026.
3 / 10
Martha's Vineyard Ashley Silva sets the tone in win over Sturgis East
Martha's Vineyard's Brynn Savva controls the draw and moves up field during a game at Cape Cod Community College in Barnstable, MA on May 14, 2026.
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Martha's Vineyard Ashley Silva sets the tone in win over Sturgis East
Sturgis East's Emily Ward tries to cut off the run of Martha's Vineyard's Lacey Munn during a game at Cape Cod Community College in Barnstable, MA on May 14, 2026.
5 / 10
Martha's Vineyard Ashley Silva sets the tone in win over Sturgis East
Sturgis East's Keira Harney stands in the pouring rain during a game at Cape Cod Community College in Barnstable, MA on May 14, 2026.
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Martha's Vineyard Ashley Silva sets the tone in win over Sturgis East
Martha's Vineyard's Brynn Savva tries to outpace Sturgis East's Mara Dwyer during a game at Cape Cod Community College in Barnstable, MA on May 14, 2026.
7 / 10
Martha's Vineyard Ashley Silva sets the tone in win over Sturgis East
Martha's Vineyard's Mackenna Metell and Sturgis East's Keira Harney go head-to-head on the draw during a game at Cape Cod Community College in Barnstable, MA on May 14, 2026.
8 / 10
Martha's Vineyard Ashley Silva sets the tone in win over Sturgis East
Martha's Vineyard's Alicia Silva beats Sturgis East's Eva McNeil to a loose ball during a game at Cape Cod Community College in Barnstable, MA on May 14, 2026.
9 / 10
Martha's Vineyard Ashley Silva sets the tone in win over Sturgis East
Martha's Vineyard's Mackenna Metell shows off her speed as she sprints up field in the attacking zone during a game at Cape Cod Community College in Barnstable, MA on May 14, 2026.
10 / 10
Martha's Vineyard Ashley Silva sets the tone in win over Sturgis East
Martha's Vineyard's Alicia Silva sees her progress up field slowed down by Sturgis East's Mara Dwyer during a game at Cape Cod Community College in Barnstable, MA on May 14, 2026.
High school sports fans can vote for which girls lacrosse players they think were standouts during the previous week.
The poll will be open from Friday through Thursday. The winner will be announced on Friday along with the new poll. Votes are unlimited.
Rules of the Road
Votes must be cast via the Cape Cod Times website/mobile sites. Votes submitted via email and social media will NOT be accepted. To vote for this week's Player of the Week, scroll down on this page.
Last week's winner
Carolyn O’Keefe, Dennis-Yarmouth
O’Keefe won her first poll of the season with 20% of the votes. She had five goals and an assist for the Dolphins as the beat Falmouth Academy 12-8.
This week's candidates
Mya Cerqueira, Dennis-Yarmouth
Cerqueira recorded 16 saves and notched her 200th career save in a loss to Hull.
Dennis-Yarmouth's Nadia Cerqueira sprints away from a Sturgis East defender at the Cape Cod Community College Lacrosse Field in Hyannis, MA on May 7, 2026.
Dennis-Yarmouth's Nadia Cerqueira sprints away from a Sturgis East defender at the Cape Cod Community College Lacrosse Field in Hyannis, MA on May 7, 2026.
Nadia Cerqueira, Dennis-Yarmouth
Cerqueira had five goals and two assists as the Dolphins beat Sturgis East 18-3.
Monomoy's Tessa Grodzicki sprints towards the goal ahead of Barnstable's Kera Clifford at Barnstable High School in Barnstable, MA on May 4, 2026.
Monomoy's Tessa Grodzicki sprints towards the goal ahead of Barnstable's Kera Clifford at Barnstable High School in Barnstable, MA on May 4, 2026.
Kera Clifford, Barnstable
Clifford had three goals and three assists in a 17-6 victory over Monomoy.
Barnstable's Caroline Curley loads up for a shot ahead of the stick of Monomoy's Natlie Sims at Barnstable High School in Barnstable, MA on May 4, 2026.
Barnstable's Caroline Curley loads up for a shot ahead of the stick of Monomoy's Natlie Sims at Barnstable High School in Barnstable, MA on May 4, 2026.
Caroline Curley, Barnstable
Curley had four goals and one assist as the Red Hawks beat Monomoy.
St. John Paul II’s Raegan Dillon brings the ball up field at the Sandwich Pop Warner Field in Sandwich, MA on May 9, 2026.
St. John Paul II’s Raegan Dillon brings the ball up field at the Sandwich Pop Warner Field in Sandwich, MA on May 9, 2026.
Raegan Dillon, St. John Paul II
Dillon recorded two goals and three assists in a 19-7 win over Monson.
Ciara Hendricks, Mashpee
Hendricks scored six goals in a 14-10 win over Bourne.
Hendricks then scored seven goals in a loss to Rockland.
Barnstable's Emelie Jonsson waits for the whistle to resume play at Barnstable High School in Barnstable, MA on May 4, 2026.
Barnstable's Emelie Jonsson waits for the whistle to resume play at Barnstable High School in Barnstable, MA on May 4, 2026.
Emelie Jonsson, Barnstable
Jonsson had three goals and three assists as Barnstable defeated Monomoy.
Jonsson finished with seven goals and three assists in a 17-13 win over Pembroke.
Nauset's Julia Kipperman carries the ball up field at Nauset Regional High School in Eastham, MA on Mar. 30, 2026.
Nauset's Julia Kipperman carries the ball up field at Nauset Regional High School in Eastham, MA on Mar. 30, 2026.
Julia Kipperman, Nauset
Kipperman scored 10 goals in a 18-9 win over Hampshire Regional.
Sturgis West’s Cora McDade corks up to release a shot ahead a stick check from Falmouth Academy’s Alanna Andrews at McBarron Field in Marstons Mills, MA on Apr. 14, 2026.
Sturgis West’s Cora McDade corks up to release a shot ahead a stick check from Falmouth Academy’s Alanna Andrews at McBarron Field in Marstons Mills, MA on Apr. 14, 2026.
Cora McDade, Sturgis West
The Navigators beat Sturgis East 9-4 behind four goals and an assist from McDade.
Caroline Meins, Barnstable
Meins had six goals and two assists in a win over Monomoy.
Ceci O'Connor, Sturgis West
O'Connor stopped 15-of-19 shots between the pipes in a victory over Sturgis East.
Dennis-Yarmouth's Jenna Richard powers past Sturgis East's Keegan Farrell at the Cape Cod Community College Lacrosse Field in Hyannis, MA on May 7, 2026.
Dennis-Yarmouth's Jenna Richard powers past Sturgis East's Keegan Farrell at the Cape Cod Community College Lacrosse Field in Hyannis, MA on May 7, 2026.
Jenna Richard, Dennis-Yarmouth
Richard notched nine goals for the Dolphins as they beat Falmouth Academy 11-7.
Richard scored three times in a win over Sturgis East to surpass the 100-point mark for her career.
Richard scored six times in a loss to Hull.
Bourne's Taylor Simard catches up to the play during a game at Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical High School in Bourne, MA on Apr. 30, 2026.
Bourne's Taylor Simard catches up to the play during a game at Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical High School in Bourne, MA on Apr. 30, 2026.
Taylor Simard, Bourne
Simard scored five times in a loss to Mashpee.
She then had five points again with four goals and one assist in a loss to Apponequet.
Brooke Smith, Cape Tech
Smith powered a 16-12 win over Southeastern with 10 goals.
Sandwich’s Elisabeth Stutzman ducks under a challenge from Hanover’s Bella Johnson during a Patriots Cup game at Sandwich Middle-High School in Sandwich, MA on Apr. 23, 2026.
Sandwich’s Elisabeth Stutzman ducks under a challenge from Hanover’s Bella Johnson during a Patriots Cup game at Sandwich Middle-High School in Sandwich, MA on Apr. 23, 2026.
Elisabeth Stutzman, Sandwich
Stutzman had five goals and two assists in a 21-6 victory over St. John Paul II.
Akira Umbrello, St. John Paul II
Umbrello had five goals and three assists in a victory over Monson.
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