Three players from Barton College's men's lacrosse team have been recognized with All-Conference Carolinas honors for 2026. Sophomore attacker Marvin Johnson, senior defender Zach Kashubara, and sophomore long stick midfielder Brendan Bedell were all named to the second team. Johnson is second in team scoring with 26 goals and 13 assists, while Bedell set a school record with 29 caused turnovers. Kashubara contributed significantly on defense with 22 ground balls and 13 caused turnovers. Barton, with a record of 8-7, is set to compete in the Conference Carolinas Championship semifinals against top-seeded Belmont Abbey.

By the Numbers
  • Marvin Johnson scored 26 goals and tallied 13 assists for a total of 35 points.
  • Brendan Bedell recorded 29 caused turnovers, setting a school single-season record.
State of Play
  • Barton College is currently 8-7 and the fourth seed in the Conference Carolinas Championship.
  • The team is preparing to compete against top-seeded Belmont Abbey (12-3) in the semifinals.
What's Next

Barton College will face Belmont Abbey in the semifinals on Friday at 4:00 p.m. in Young Harris, Ga. A win could lead them to a championship title, creating a potential significant achievement for the program.

Bottom Line

Barton College's recognition of three players in the All-Conference Carolinas highlights the strong individual performances that could propel the team in the upcoming championship. Success in the semifinal could boost both team morale and the program's visibility in collegiate lacrosse.