Croatan lacrosse in the news
Croatan scores with 20 seconds left to down Lake Norman Charter in boys lacrosse championship
Croatan scores with 20 seconds left to down Lake Norman Charter in boys lacrosse championship
Croatan scores with 20 seconds left to down Lake Norman Charter in boys lacrosse championship
With 20 seconds left on the clock, Croatan stunned Lake Norman Charter to capture its first-ever boys lacrosse state championship. The 13-12 thriller not only ended LNC’s three-year title run but also cemented the Cougars’ historic 21-2 season. Read this article
2025 Jacksonville Daily News All-Area Boys' Lacrosse Team
Croatan scores with 20 seconds left to down Lake Norman Charter in boys lacrosse championship
Croatan scores with 20 seconds left to down Lake Norman Charter in boys lacrosse championship
Here is the 2025 Jacksonville Daily News All-Area Boys’ Lacrosse Team, which highlights the area’s best players by position and is put together based on the standard formation of one goalkeeper, three defenders, three midfielders and three attackers.
Schools that make up the all-area teams are: Croatan, Jacksonville, Northside and Swansboro. Read this article
'He is a leader': Croatan's Matej Roth repeats as area boys' lacrosse player of year
Croatan scores with 20 seconds left to down Lake Norman Charter in boys lacrosse championship
'He is a leader': Croatan's Matej Roth repeats as area boys' lacrosse player of year
For Croatan lacrosse senior Matej Roth, the joy of winning a state championship is still sinking in. Surrounded by friends and family, Roth reflects on what it means to cap his high school career on top. Read this article
Player Spotlight
Graham Myers
Congratulations to Croatan High School senior goalie Graham Myers on an outstanding season. He was named a 2025 USA Lacrosse All-American, earned First Team All-State and First Team All-Region honors, and was recognized as the MVP of the NCHSAA 1A/2A/3A Championship Game. Graham is now continuing his academic and athletic career at Lenoir-Rhyne University, where he is playing Division II lacrosse.
Player Spotlight
Matej Roth
Croatan High School senior Matej Roth had a stellar season, culminating in being named a 2025 USA Lacrosse All-American. A key leader and playmaker for the Cougars, Roth’s talent and determination were instrumental in guiding Croatan to a state championship. Known for his skill, work ethic, and sportsmanship, he consistently made an impact on the field and earned the respect of teammates, coaches, and opponents alike. Roth is now continuing his academic and athletic career at Lynchburg University, where he plays Division III lacrosse.
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Varsity Head Coach George Benson
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