The weekend in the boy’s high school landscape was highlighted by playoff action across the country and some major upsets.

The biggest surprise of the week occurred in a classic MIAA Championship Game held at Towson University. Boys’ Latin (MD) came into the game undefeated at 19-0, besting Calvert Hall (MD) in the semi-finals. Meanwhile, Loyola-Blakefield (MD) entered the game with an up-and-down 12-8 record, needing some late wins just to qualify for the postseason. The Dons took down McDonogh (MD) in the other semi-final to set up the MIAA title game.

After jumping to a 6-0 lead after one, Boys’ Latin was only able to muster four goals the rest of the way as Loyola clamped down defensively during an incredible run. Again trailing 9-7, the Dons would not go away, and put together a final run to take a 10-9 lead. They would hold on for an improbable upset and their first MIAA crown since 2008.

Last week in girl’s high school lacrosse saw playoff contests getting into full swing.

St. Stephen’s/St. Agnes (VA) ended its impressive season on Saturday by winning the VISAA State Championship. The Saints dominated Collegiate (VA), 19-6, to finish their season with a 29-1 record. Their only loss came at the end of April to fellow national power St. Anthony’s (NY).

Elsewhere, playoff games are underway. In Connecticut, the FCIAC quarterfinals were held Thursday, with Danbury (CT), Darien (CT), Greenwich (CT) and New Canaan (CT) emerging victorious to set up tonight’s semi-final matchups. Darien will take on Danbury, while Greenwich will battle New Canaan. The winners will meet Friday afternoon in the final.