Kian McCarthy

TIFFANY ON McCARTHY
2024 – “Kian possesses the speed and the top-down dodging techniques to put significant pressure on an opposing defense: approach him with a poor angle and he will make the most of it. In his first fall on Grounds, Kian has been restricted from much of our training due to an injury. He is now on the mend and is ready to make his mark this spring. With more focused study of our offensive schemes through video and on-field experiences, the coaching staff anticipates Kian’s role steadily growing.”

HIGH SCHOOL

• No. 50 overall prospect and No. 15 midfielder according to Inside Lacrosse
• Four-star prospect according to Inside Lacrosse
• S. Lacrosse High School All-American (2023)
• USA Lacrosse Magazine High School All-American (2023)
• Rye HS team captain (2023)
• Three-time NYSPHSAA Section 1 champions (2021-23)
• Journal News/LoHud “Elite 11” selection (2023)
• Three-time NYSPHSAA Section 1 All-League (2021-23)
• Three-time NYSPHSAA Section 1 All-Section (2021-23)
• Played safety for the Garnets for two seasons (2020-21)
• Played one season on Rye’s basketball team (2020)
• Competed on the travel circuit for Prime Time Lacrosse

PERSONAL

• Son of Brian and Michelle McCarthy
• Father, Brian, was a member of the Villanova track & field program (1983-86)
• Has one brother, Justin, and one sister, Riley
• Currently studying in UVA’s College of Arts and Sciences

WHY UVA?
“I chose the University of Virginia because it has the ideal combination of challenging academics, competitive lacrosse, and a beautiful, historic campus. It’s also important to me to surround myself in a community of people that are driven to succeed in all aspects of life.”