Lees-McRae men's lacrosse made a significant impact in the Conference Carolinas Men's Lacrosse All-Conference honors, earning recognition for seven team members. Key awards included Offensive Player of the Year for Cayden Onagi, Co-Defensive Player of the Year for Connor Costigan, and Freshman of the Year for Carter Whissell. Onagi led the conference with 52 goals and 90 points, while Costigan anchored the defense with an average of 3.21 caused turnovers per game. The team enters the 2026 Conference Carolinas Men's Lacrosse Championship as the second seed, ready to compete against third-seeded North Greenville.

By the Numbers
  • Cayden Onagi scored 52 goals, achieving 90 points in 13 games.
  • Connor Costigan averaged 3.21 caused turnovers per game, totaling 45 in 14 games.
State of Play
  • Lees-McRae enters the championship as the second seed.
  • The Bobcats will face North Greenville, the third seed, in the first round tonight.
What's Next

The Bobcats aim to capitalize on their strong individual performances in tonight's championship matchup, with hopes of advancing further in the tournament. Continued success across key players will be crucial as they look to secure a title.

Bottom Line

With several standout players acknowledged for their contributions, the Bobcats have established a strong foundation heading into the postseason, making them a formidable contender for the championship.