BOYS LACROSSE | CIAC PLAYERS TO WATCH IN 2021
This felt like a harder cut than usual, maybe because we’re coming off a lost year with a lot of new faces in lineups. (Or it could just be that we don’t really remember what doing this was like in the past; it has been a while.) Either way, this state has a bunch of lacrosse talent, some of it coming from emerging areas, and let’s hope everyone stays healthy and we get to see it showcased.
Aidan Best, Jr. M, Staples: One of a number of juniors who come highly regarded in the FCIAC this year. Coach Will Koshansky calls him the “most competitive kid in our program.” Committed to Lafayette.
Ryan Caione, Sr. M, New Canaan: Bucknell-bound standout doesn’t come as highly touted as some teammates, but he could be among the top players in the state.
Chris Canet, Sr. M, New Canaan: Like Caione, a creative contributor since his freshman year. Headed to Penn.
Henry Cohen, Sr. A/M, Weston: “He can get his hands free being guarded in a phone booth,” coach Josh Thornton said. Committed to RIT.
Ryan Colsey, Jr. A, Ridgefield: Committed to Virginia, will team with his freshman brother, Kyle (decent bloodlines there?), along with classmate C.J. Lauretani to lead the attack for his dad’s Tigers.
Matt Constantinides, Sr. FO, New Fairfield: As a freshman his work on faceoffs helped the Rebels win a Class M title. Did it again the next year. Committed to Towson.
Andy Demopoulos, Sr. G, Darien: A big sophomore standout in net, he’s committed to Brown.
Sam Erickson, Sr. LSM, Darien: Headed to West Point, a tough and tenacious defender.
David Evanchick, Jr. D, Darien: Another key piece in the defensive end for the Blue Wave. Committed to Villanova.
Owen Gaydos, Sr. M, Ridgefield: Put up some points as a sophomore and will be relied on for defense as a senior.
Preston Kral, Sr. M, St. Joseph: Headed for Stony Brook, he’s athletic and plays a “polished” game, coach Brendan Talbot said.
Kevin Lynch, Sr. D, Staples: UMass-bound defender will also play man-up for the Wreckers and has a big shot.
Holt Matheis, Sr. A, Darien: There are a lot of high-end offensive players on the Blue Wave, with this co-captain and Georgetown commit likely to lead the way.
Will Montesi, Sr. M, Greenwich: He’ll play football at Army in college, but in lacrosse he’s a big, strong middie on a team that looks improved from last time out..
Kai Prohaszka, Jr. D, Ridgefield: Talented North Carolina-bound junior will have to be strong at the heart of a young defense corps.
Hayden Shin, Sr. FO, New Canaan: Headed for Trinity, the latest ace in the Rams’ stable of faceoff standouts.
Jake Sommer, Jr. D, Wilton: One of a slew of talented Warriors juniors. Committed to Notre Dame.
Kyle Stevenson, Sr. M, Fairfield Prep:
A transfer from Avon Old Farms, he’s committed to Franklin and Marshall and should play in all situations for the Jesuits.
Mason Whitney, Sr. D/LSM, Fairfield Prep: The state’s hockey MVP puts up big numbers on the ice; on the field, he’s a disruptive defender. Will do a PG year at Taft.