Rhodes College made a strong statement in the 2026 Southern Athletic Association Men's Lacrosse postseason honors, highlighted by a major individual award and multiple All-Conference selections.
Leading the way for the Lynx was senior
Lucas Pagliarulo, who was named the
SAA Defensive Athlete of the Year. A dominant force at the short-stick defensive midfielder position, Pagliarulo consistently disrupted opposing offenses and set the tone for one of the conference's top defensive units. His impact extended beyond individual matchups, anchoring Rhodes' defensive identity throughout the season.
Rhodes also saw immediate success from its freshman class, as
Griffin Galloway was named
Co-Rookie of the Year. Galloway quickly emerged as a key offensive contributor, earning recognition as one of the league's top newcomers while playing a pivotal role in the Lynx attack.
The Lynx were well represented across the All-Conference teams, showcasing their balance on both ends of the field.
Gavin Nagle earned First Team honors at attack after leading Rhodes' offensive efforts, while
John Mori was recognized on the First Team at midfield for his consistent production and versatility. Pagliarulo added First Team honors to his Defensive Athlete of the Year accolade, further highlighting his standout season.
Galloway also secured a spot on the Second Team at attack, capping off an impressive rookie campaign, while
Nicholas Wheeldon earned Second Team recognition on defense for his role in the Lynx backline.
Additional contributors were recognized with Honorable Mention honors, including
Andrew Murphy at attack,
Alex Trenchard on defense, and
Burke Wade as a face-off specialist.
Rounding out the honors,
Jason Rubinstein was named to the All-Sportsmanship Team, representing Rhodes for his leadership and commitment to the game.
With a Defensive Athlete of the Year selection, a Rookie of the Year honoree, and multiple All-Conference performers, Rhodes' presence across the SAA awards underscores the program's continued growth and impact within the conference.
