CJ Kirst, a senior attackman, has been named a Tewaaraton nominee for the second consecutive year, joining 24 others. He has achieved 39 goals and 54 points this season, leading in Goals per game (3.53) and ranking fourth in points per game (4.82) in Division I lacrosse. Kirst is the only player in the top five of both categories. The Tewaaraton Award honors the top college lacrosse player, with five male and five female finalists to be announced on May 9. Notably, 12 men's players return from last year's nominees, including 2023 winner Brennan O'Neill (Duke) and 2023 finalist Connor Shellenberger (Virginia).

By the Numbers
  • 39 goals and 54 points this season
  • 3.53 Goals per game and 4.82 points per game, placing him at the top in Division I lacrosse
State of Play
  • Selection of five male and five female finalists to be announced on May 9
  • 12 men's players returning from last year's nominees