AAC Men's Lacrosse Awards Announced

WALESKA, Ga. - The Appalachian Athletic Conference announced the 2026 Men's Lacrosse All-AAC Team and Awards on Friday.

AJ Badik of Keiser is the Player of the Year, Mason Hickman of SCAD Savannah is the Offensive Player of the Year, Shane Cassidy of Keiser is the Defensive Player of the Year, Madden Leslie of Tennessee Wesleyan is the Freshman of the Year, Max Standage of Keiser is the Newcomer of the Year, and Justin Moe of SCAD Savannah is the Coach of the Year.

The awards were voted on and selected by the men's lacrosse coaches of the AAC.

Thirteen players earned a spot on the All-AAC First Team, with 13 making the second team. Dozens earned spots on the All-Academic and Champions of Character teams.

For a complete look at the awards, click here.