The top ranked Lake Highland Prep Highlanders defeated the Boone Braves 16-1 in the first round of the state boys lacrosse playoffs on Tuesday night.

Junior attackmen Connor Aniello and Tiger Graham each recorded three goals and an assist for the Highlanders (16-3).

For the second straight year LHP will face Lake Brantley in the second round. The Patriots cam from behind to beat Hagerty on 11-6 in their playoff opener. 

The Braves end the season at 11-5.