Waters, Pistone Named USA Lacrosse High School Girls' Players of the Week

USA Lacrosse recognizes the most outstanding individual performances in high school boys’ and girls' lacrosse in each region we cover. Click here to nominate a player.

Honorees are selected by USA Lacrosse Magazine staff and contributors and published each Wednesday on the USA Lacrosse Magazine website (usalacrosse.com/magazine) as well as our social media channels (@USALMag).

South

Kylie Waters, Milton (Ga.)

It should come as no surprise that Kylie Waters is putting her gifted dodging and shooting ability to good use. Despite rarely seeing the second half of contests, the Milton senior attacker is scoring five goals a game in wins over Creekview, Blessed Trinity, and Johns Creek. Heralded as one of the top recruits in the 2026 class, she is headed to Clemson.

Also notable: Katherine D'Avanzo, Lake Highland (Fla.) Callie Flury, East Coweta (Ga.); Gally Ulrich, Cardinal Mooney (Fla.)

— Justin Boggs

West

Ava Pistone, Foothill-Santa Ana (Calif.)

Pistone helped power Foothill-Santa Ana to a statement win over Coronado (Calif.), delivering in big moments despite drawing constant defensive pressure. The junior attacker tallied three goals and one assist while being faceguarded throughout much of the game, finding ways to create offense and finish under tight coverage.

A Colorado commit, Pistone continues to set the tone early this season. Through four games, she has totaled 16 goals and seven assists, showcasing her ability to both score and facilitate at a high level. Whether breaking down defenses as a scorer or setting up teammates in space, she has been the driving force behind Foothill’s strong start and remains one of the most dynamic offensive threats in the West Region.

Also notable: Phoebe Oliven, Saint Ignatius (Calif.), Bella Hamo, Santa Margarita (Calif.), Leila Mancini, Foothill-Santa Ana (Calif.), Kaija Walcott, St. Ignatius (Calif.)

— Sonorah Hunter