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2026 Club Midfielders who you’re not gonna want to miss

2026 Club Midfielders who you’re not gonna want to miss
Jade Gorman
Jade Gorman June 12, 2025 @ 04:25 PM
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Bennett Matthews
Bennett Matthews 6'1" | 185 lbs | M | Right Hand | 2026
NH
Charlie Hausmann
Charlie Hausmann 5'11" | 180 lbs | M | Right Hand | 2026
CT
Rick Giordano
Rick Giordano 5'9" | 170 lbs | M | Right Hand | 2026
CT
Jacob Johnston
Jacob Johnston 5'11" | M | 2026
NY
James Gillis
James Gillis 6'2" | M | Left Hand | 2026
NY
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Club lacrosse is a competitive space where athletes have the opportunity to develop their skills outside of their school teams. These players get a chance to compete in tournaments, gain exposure, and increase their lacrosse IQ. The club lacrosse scene started gaining traction in the early 2000s, especially during the summer and fall months. Nowadays, the club lacrosse game is at an all-time high, producing stand-out athletes time and time again. Prime Time, LI Express, Eclipse, and NH Tomahawks are some of the best on the East Coast, I would highly recommend checking them out if you have any interest in the lacrosse world. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prime Time: Is an elite boys and girls club, molding the next generation of lacrosse players. Founded in 2007 and originally based in Massachusetts, Prime Time only continues to reign supreme among the community. Look out for their tournaments and events!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>LI Express: With the goal of developing top-tier student athletes, LI Express looks to add to its hundreds of D1 commits. With some of the best coaches in recent years, anyone lucky enough to wear their jersey is sure to gain the skills they need to compete at the next level. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Eclipse: Taking the world by storm in 2013, Connecticut and Florida now have the resources to compete with the rest of the East Coast lacrosse world. Producing stars one after the other, Eclipse is sure to put on a great show.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>NH Tomahawks: With 700 alumni since their start in 2005, the NH Tomahawks offer camps, clinics, and leagues for a variety of age groups. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["17481"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-684afc598a3ce"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Giordano is sure to make an impact the second he steps on the turf. His explosive bursts of power allow him to create space and fire off shots from almost anywhere on the offensive end of the field. He takes advantage of high-pressure situations with speed, agility, and a level head on his shoulders. Give him an inch of space, and that ball will find its way to the back of the net. Ranked #9 in his class, Giordano is only at the beginning of his career. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["17446"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-684afc598a43b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Johnston is a creative genius on the field. This five-star recruit makes quick decisions, elevating him to the next level. Whether he is taking a fast break or sending someone's stick flying with one of his signature checks, Johnston's timing is always on point; it's like he's one step ahead of everyone else on the field. Ranked #16 in his class and #1 for Express Channy, I would definitely recommend checking him out. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["17820"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-684afc598a48d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='17820' first='Charlie' last='Hausmann'] has a dodge that puts others to shame. His ability to create space allows for open shooting lanes for himself or his teammates. He brings the energy despite his lanky frame. He's powerful, smart, and ready for anything. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["33955"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-684afc598a4d5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>200+ career points. A love for the game. And a re-drive that is bound to trip anyone up. Matthews is a player who is confident in both hands and can create offensive movement seemingly out of nothing. He takes what he is given and goes above and beyond. He is truly a team leader at heart. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["16504"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-684afc598a519"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>James Gillis has a competitive spirit that differs from many of the other players I have seen. He is ranked #2 in his class. May that be because he is a standout lefty? Maybe, but he is also speedy, quick-minded, and gritty. He works for what he wants, whether that be a ground ball or a goal. Gillis is a playmaker at heart and has a keen eye for connecting with his open teammates. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

Club lacrosse is a competitive space where athletes have the opportunity to develop their skills outside of their school teams. These players get a chance to compete in tournaments, gain exposure, and increase their lacrosse IQ. The club lacrosse scene started gaining traction in the early 2000s, especially during the summer and fall months. Nowadays, the club lacrosse game is at an all-time high, producing stand-out athletes time and time again. Prime Time, LI Express, Eclipse, and NH Tomahawks are some of the best on the East Coast, I would highly recommend checking them out if you have any interest in the lacrosse world.

UNC-Chapel Hill
Rick Giordano

Rick Giordano

HEIGHT 5'9"
WEIGHT 170
POS M
CLASS 2026
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Rick
Giordano M
Class
2026
Height
5'9"
Weight
170
HS
Brunswick
|
CT
2026 Club Midfielders who you’re not gonna want to miss
Giordano is sure to make an impact the second he steps on the turf. His explosive bursts of...
Written by Jade Gorman
UNC-Chapel Hill
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State: Connecticut
School: Brunswick
Club: Prime Time
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Jacob Johnston

Jacob Johnston

HEIGHT 5'11"
POS M
CLASS 2026
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Jacob
Johnston M
Class
2026
Height
5'11"
HS
St. Anthony's
|
NY
2026 Club Midfielders who you’re not gonna want to miss
Johnston is a creative genius on the field. This five-star recruit makes quick decisions, elevating him to the...
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Jacob Johnston

State: New York
School: St. Anthony's
Club: LI Express
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Charlie Hausmann

Charlie Hausmann

HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 180
POS M
CLASS 2026
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Charlie
Hausmann M
Class
2026
Height
5'11"
Weight
180
HS
Brunswick School
|
CT
2026 Club Midfielders who you’re not gonna want to miss
Charlie Hausmann has a dodge that puts others to shame. His ability to create space allows for open...
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Charlie Hausmann

State: Connecticut
School: Brunswick School
Club: ECLIPSE
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Duke
Bennett Matthews

Bennett Matthews

HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 185
POS M
CLASS 2026
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Bennett
Matthews M
Class
2026
Height
6'1"
Weight
185
HS
Bedford
|
NH
2026 Club Midfielders who you’re not gonna want to miss
200+ career points. A love for the game. And a re-drive that is bound to trip anyone up....
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Duke
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Bennett Matthews

State: New Hampshire
School: Bedford
Club: NH Tomahawks
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Duke
James Gillis

James Gillis

HEIGHT 6'2"
POS M
CLASS 2026
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James
Gillis M
Class
2026
Height
6'2"
HS
Chaminade
|
NY
2026 Club Midfielders who you’re not gonna want to miss
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Duke
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Club: LI Express
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