Previously set to attend St. Lawrence, McNamara is a 6’8”, 200-pound midfielder who recently committed to Lafayette. With his imposing size, athleticism, and long strides, McNamara thrives on the fast break. His ability to vacuum up a ground ball and then swiftly convert that GB into a quality scoring chance is remarkable. In transition, McNamara can run over or past opposing players on his way into the offensive end. During 6v6 action, McNamara can use his quick burst to fry his opponent. Or McNamara can use his physicality to bull his way past the initial defender. Either way, once his hands are free, McNamara will hammer a powerful shot into the net. McNamara’s height allows him to see over the top of opposing defenses. Combine that asset with his polished stick skills, and you get a midfielder who is capable of delivering creative dimes to the back post or the high crease area.   

Connor McNamara is a 6’9 midfielder from Hotchkiss and Express North who brings a unique blend of size, skill, and lacrosse IQ to the field. Still growing into his towering frame, McNamara is already a tough cover as a downhill dodger, using his length to create separation and unleash a powerful shot on the run. He’s also a smart, unselfish player who sees the field well and thrives as a facilitator, often drawing attention and finding open teammates with ease. As I have mentioned before, his presence is especially valuable on man-up, where his extended reach, combined with a 42-inch stick, creates a nearly 13-foot target on the crease. With his upside, vision, and physical tools, McNamara is a high-ceiling midfielder with a bright future.

Standing at 6’8, McNamara is still growing into his frame, which is an exciting prospect for any college program, as his potential has yet to be fully realized. His height gives him a distinct advantage, especially when dodging downhill, allowing him to create separation and fire off a powerful on-the-run shot quickly. Beyond his physical attributes, McNamara is an exceptionally smart player with a strong lacrosse IQ and vision. He’s an unselfish player who thrives as a facilitator within the offense, using his height to read the defense better and find open teammates. His combination of size, skill, and playmaking ability makes him a dynamic midfield prospect with a lot of upside. An added strength of his game is his impact as a crease target on man-up plays. Standing at 6’8 with an extended reach and a 3.5-foot stick, he creates an impressive 13-foot high target with a massive wingspan, making him an ideal passing option for teammates and a severe nightmare to goalies.