2026 Shore Sports Insider All-Shore Boys Lacrosse Third Team
2026 Shore Sports Insider All-Shore Boys Lacrosse Teams
THIRD TEAM
Attack
Jackson Chaney, So., CBA
CBA’s Jackson Chaney (Photo: Tom Smith | tspsportsimages.com)
Already a proven contributor after his freshman year, Jackson Chaney continued his rise as one of the Shore Conference’s top young playmakers during his sophomore campaign at Christian Brothers Academy. Chaney earned Second Team All-American Division honors from the Shore Conference Coaches Association after totaling 27 goals, 25 assists, 52 points, and 21 ground balls. He delivered one of his best performances in CBA’s second-round state playoff victory over Montclair Kimberley Academy, finishing with two goals and three assists to help power the Colts into the quarterfinals.
Nick Correia, Sr., Brick Memorial
The all-time points leader in Brick Memorial history, Nick Correia capped a remarkable career as one of the Shore Conference’s most prolific offensive players. The senior earned First Team All-Colonial Division honors from the Shore Conference Coaches Association after totaling 47 goals, 61 assists, 108 points, and 34 ground balls, finishing his career with an astounding 293 points. Correia delivered a record-setting performance in a state playoff victory over Steinert, piling up a school-record 15 points on six goals and nine assists. His leadership and offensive production helped guide Brick Memorial to a Coaches Cup championship.
Cash McVey, Jr., Southern
Southern’s Cash McVey (Photo: Tom Smith | tspsportsimages.com)
A key piece of Southern’s high-powered offense, Cash McVey turned in a standout junior season as both a scorer and playmaker for the Rams. McVey finished with 48 goals, 31 assists, and 79 points while consistently producing against top competition throughout the year. He elevated his game during Southern’s run to the South Jersey Group 4 championship, totaling 12 goals and two assists during the Rams’ postseason march to the sectional title.
David Perrotti, Jr., Holmdel
Holmdel’s David Perrotti registered three goals and an assist against Montville (Photo: Tom Smith | tspsportsimages.com)
A dangerous scoring threat for Holmdel, David Perrotti played a major role in the Hornets’ success throughout the season. The junior earned Second Team All-American Division honors from the Shore Conference Coaches Association after totaling 56 goals, 13 assists, 69 points, and 42 ground balls. Perrotti saved some of his best lacrosse for the postseason, recording eight goals and three assists during Holmdel’s three-game run in the North Jersey Group 2 tournament.
Matt Prendeville, Jr., Point Boro
Point Boro’s Matt Prendeville (Photo: Tom Smith | tspsportsimages.com)
One of the Shore Conference’s top offensive performers, Matt Prendeville put together a standout junior season for Point Boro. Prendeville earned First Team All-Colonial Division honors from the Shore Conference Coaches Association after piling up 62 goals, 26 assists, 88 points, and 42 ground balls. He delivered one of his best performances of the year in a victory over Brick Memorial, erupting for six goals while continuing to showcase the scoring ability that made him one of the area’s most dangerous offensive threats.
Midfield
Keegan Dunn, Sr., Barnegat
The all-time points leader in Barnegat history, Keegan Dunn closed out his career as one of the most accomplished players in program history. The Swarthmore lacrosse commit and First Team All-American Division selection by the Shore Conference Coaches Association produced 64 goals, 14 assists, 78 points, and 35 ground balls during a standout senior season, finishing his career with 206 points. Dunn showcased his scoring ability with a pair of seven-goal performances, accomplishing the feat against both Jackson and Toms River South.
Niko Iliescu, So., Southern
Southern’s Niko Iliescu (Photo: Tom Smith | tspsportsimages.com)
One of the Shore Conference’s top young playmakers, Niko Iliescu enjoyed a breakout sophomore season for Southern. Iliescu totaled 37 goals, 42 assists, and 79 points, showcasing his ability to create offense for both himself and his teammates. He delivered one of his best performances of the year against Wall, recording five goals and two assists, and came through in a big moment with two goals in Southern’s South Jersey Group 4 championship victory over Washington Township.
Ryan Seybuck, Jr., Manalapan
A key contributor to Manalapan’s success throughout the season, Ryan Seybuck combined scoring ability and playmaking to help lead the Braves’ offense. The junior earned First Team All-Colonial Division honors from the Shore Conference Coaches Association after finishing with 27 goals, 21 assists, and 48 points while consistently producing in important moments. Seybuck delivered one of the biggest performances of the year in a pivotal Colonial Division matchup against Middletown South, recording five goals and two assists, including the overtime game-winner in a victory that ultimately decided the division championship.
Gerard Uzzolino, Jr., Toms River East
Toms River East’s Gerard Uzzolino (Photo: Tom Smith | tspsportsimages.com)
One of the Shore Conference’s most dangerous offensive players, Gerard Uzzolino powered the Toms River East attack throughout a standout junior season. Uzzolino piled up 57 goals, 31 assists, and 88 points while consistently producing against top competition. He turned in several explosive performances during the year, highlighted by a 10-point outing with nine goals and an assist against rival Toms River South and a nine-point effort featuring six goals and three assists against Howell.
Long-Stick Midfielder
Nick Palmieri, Jr., Manalapan
A physical force at long-stick midfielder, Nick Palmieri made his presence felt all over the field for Manalapan during a standout junior season. The Sacred Heart commit, the first Division I lacrosse commit in program history, earned First Team All-Colonial Division honors from the Shore Conference Coaches Association after contributing five goals, 11 assists, 16 points, and 79 ground balls while excelling in transition and on the defensive end. Palmieri showcased his all-around impact in an 8-4 victory over Brick Memorial, recording a goal, an assist, and 10 ground balls while consistently disrupting the opposition.
Short-Stick Defensive Midfielder
Kai Smith, Jr., Wall
A relentless defender in Wall’s midfield, Kai Smith consistently made life difficult for opposing ball carriers throughout the season. The junior earned Second Team All-American Division honors from the Shore Conference Coaches Association after collecting 81 ground balls while adding two goals and three assists. Smith’s impact extended beyond the stat sheet, as his physical and disruptive style of play helped set the tone for the Crimson Knights. He also came through in a key moment, scoring a critical goal in Wall’s 8-7 Shore Conference Tournament victory over Manalapan.
Faceoff Specialist
Blake Engelken, Jr., Point Boro
Point Boro’s Blake Engelken (Photo: Tom Smith | tspsportsimages.com)
A valuable two-way contributor for Point Boro, Blake Engelken excelled both at the faceoff X and in the Panthers’ offensive attack as a midfielder. The junior earned First Team All-Colonial Division honors from the Shore Conference Coaches Association after winning 202 of 264 faceoffs, good for an outstanding 77 percent success rate, while totaling 16 goals, 26 assists, 42 points, and 161 ground balls. Engelken’s ability to create offense was evident throughout the season, as he scored two or more goals in six different games while consistently giving Point Boro a possession advantage.
DEFENSE
Colin Cummings, Sr., Toms River East
Toms River East’s Colin Cummings (Photo: Tom Smith | tspsportsimages.com)
A cornerstone of the Toms River East defense, Colin Cummings wrapped up an outstanding career as one of the Shore Conference’s most dependable defensive players. The Elizabethtown commit and Second Team All-American Division selection by the Shore Conference Coaches Association collected 76 ground balls during his senior season and finished with 301 for his career. Cummings also contributed a goal and two assists, including a score in Toms River East’s first-round state playoff victory over West Deptford/Gateway, while consistently providing a physical and reliable presence on the back end.
Chase Devlin, Sr., Rumson-Fair Haven
Rumson-Fair Haven’s Chase Devlin (Photo: Tom Smith | tspsportsimages.com)
A dependable member of Rumson-Fair Haven’s championship-caliber defense, Chase Devlin played an important role in the Bulldogs’ run to Shore Conference Tournament and South Jersey Group 1 titles. The senior earned Second Team All-American Division honors from the Shore Conference Coaches Association while providing steady defensive play and leadership throughout the season. Devlin also contributed three goals and an assist, showcasing his ability to make an impact beyond the defensive end.
Leo Jacinto, Sr., Middletown South
Middletown South’s Leo Jacinto (Photo: Tom Smith | tspsportsimages.com)
A key piece of Middletown South’s defense, Leo Jacinto provided a physical and dependable presence on the back end throughout the season. The senior earned First Team All-Colonial Division honors from the Shore Conference Coaches Association after collecting 87 ground balls while adding five goals and three assists. Jacinto also came through in a pivotal moment, scoring a critical goal in Middletown South’s late-season upset victory over Shore.
Calvin Videon-Perino, Sr., Point Boro
Point Boro’s Calvin Videon-Perino (Photo: Tom Smith | tspsportsimages.com)
A model of consistency on the defensive end, Calvin Videon-Perino served as a steady presence for Point Boro throughout his senior season. The First Team All-Colonial Division selection contributed one goal, four assists, five points, and 41 ground balls while helping anchor the Panthers’ defense. The Middlebury football commit combined reliability, toughness, and leadership to establish himself as one of the top defenders in the conference.
Goalie
Peter Kessler, Jr., Rumson-Fair Haven
Rumson-Fair Haven’s Peter Kessler (Photo by Patrick Olivero)
A steady presence in goal for a Rumson-Fair Haven team that captured Shore Conference Tournament and South Jersey Group 1 championships, Peter Kessler consistently delivered in the biggest moments. The junior earned Second Team All-American Division honors from the Shore Conference Coaches Association after recording 128 saves while facing one of the toughest schedules in New Jersey. Kessler turned in standout performances on the biggest stages, making eight saves in Rumson-Fair Haven’s Shore Conference Tournament final victory over Christian Brothers Academy and stopping nine shots in a 9-3 win over Haddonfield in the South Jersey Group 1 championship game.
Jack Tiller, Sr., Holmdel
Holmdel’s Jack Tiller (Photo: Tom Smith | tspsportsimages.com)
A key contributor to Holmdel’s success throughout the season, Jack Tiller provided the Hornets with steady play between the pipes against a challenging schedule. The senior earned Second Team All-American Division honors from the Shore Conference Coaches Association after recording 175 saves and posting a 55.4 save percentage. Tiller delivered one of the top goaltending performances in the Shore Conference this season when he stopped 18 shots in a dramatic 9-8 victory over Christian Brothers Academy.
