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Kian McCarthy

Midfield
Position
6'2''
Height
200 lbs.
Weight
Sophomore
Class
Rye, N.Y.
Hometown
Rye
High School
Previous School
@kianfm
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Kian McCarthy - Men's Lacrosse - Virginia Cavaliers

TIFFANY ON McCARTHY
2025 – “Flashes have been seen! Kian has burst his way over the top or through our defense in practice with his dynamic, dual-handed prowess. Kian can force opposing defenses to think twice about their intentions to not slide to him. Unfortunately, injuries continue to prevent him from making the indelible mark that he can with our offense. Once healthy, there is so much to be excited about with Kian.” 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.”

2024

  • Did not appear in any games

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.”