Farrington is an extraordinarily versatile prospect who has demonstrated that he can operate as a two-way midfielder as well as a face off wing. On defense, Farrington does a fantastic job of using his imposing size and smooth lateral footwork to stay in front of ball carriers. Eventually, Farrington will use a stick check or a powerful crowbar to dislodge the ball. Once the rock hits the turf, Farrington excels at snapping up the GB and then pushing the ball into the offensive end. Farrington’s long strides allow him to quickly separate from the pack and carry the ball deep into the offensive end for a goal or an assist. In settled action, Farrington can explode past or run over his defender and then get down the alley for a crank on the move. College coaches will love Farrington’s ability to dodge going to his left or right and then shoot with either hand. Additionally, Farrington has proven to be a perimeter sniper who can ping corners or fire bouncers into the net. Farrington’s speed, solid frame, positioning skills and stick work make him a plus player on the face off wing too.

Farrington’s combination of size (6’3”; 210 lbs.), speed and versatility is unique among 2028 prospects in New Jersey. He can function as an O-Mid and SSDM as well as a face off wing. Farrington fills each of those roles at a high level. As an offensive midfielder, Farrington can get downhill from up top as well as the wing and then sprint past or run over sliding defenders until he finds open space for a rip. Farrington also thrives in transition as a shooter and distributor. At SSDM, Farrington uses his size advantage to get into ball carriers early in their dodge and stop them cold. His forceful crow bars often throw opposing players to the ground and dislodge the ball. Farrington excels at vacuuming up the ensuing GBs and then using his long strides to push the fast break. Additionally, Farrington is a plus player in the clearing game. On the face off wing, Farrington’s physicality, aggressive stick, and non-stop motor make him a ground ball machine.