VIRGINIA – The wait is over—the season is here! The Atlantic Lacrosse Conference (ALC) has released its Division I Player Watchlist and is set to ignite the 2025 campaign with the spotlight already blazing on some of the most electrifying talent in the MCLA.

Last season, the ALC boasted an incredible 11 All-America honorees. This year, all but two return, ready to elevate the competition in a conference already brimming with top-tier athletes.

And that’s not all—newcomers UNC and High Point are crashing the party, making the ALC fiercer than ever. The 2025 ALC Player Watchlist highlights 12 dynamic players from every corner of the conference, giving fans plenty of reasons to stay glued to the action.

2025 ALC Player Watchlist

• Temple: Eric Ellis (Sr), Midfield
• West Virginia: Jack Gaeger (Sr), Goalie
• James Madison: Connor Rice (Sr), Attack
• Pitt: Mason Pease (Sr), Midfield
• Virginia Tech: Christian Edwards (Jr), Defense
• Clemson: Holden Morrison (So), Attack
• Liberty: Keaton Mohs (Sr), Attack
• Kentucky: Will Guzaldo (Jr), Attack
• Tennessee: Mason Cain (Sr), Attack
• NC State: Alex Duggleby (Sr), Goalie
• High Point: Anthony Pipa (So), LSM
• UNC: Will Clark (So), FOGO

These players are ready to dominate the field and lead their teams in what promises to be an unforgettable season. From unstoppable scorers to lockdown defenders, this list represents the best of the best. The ALC is primed to deliver high-octane lacrosse, and these athletes will be at the heart of the action.

Get ready for a season of showdowns, rivalries, and jaw-dropping plays!

For more information on the ALC, please visit mcla.us/conference/ALC.