Thursday, October 1, 2026
A large portion of MacArthur’s girls squad returns from a 7-win campaign that ended with a Class AA quarterfinal playoff defeat to eventual county runner-up Long Beach.
Back in Conference II, the Generals are expected to be in the mix for the top spot given their edge in experience.
“I don’t want to look at the crystal ball and predict anything, but I believe we have a strong team that’s going to compete every game,” coach Dan Agovino said. “It’s going to be a fun season.”
Getting on the scoreboard against MacArthur won’t be easy with one of the premier goaltenders in Nassau in the cage. Senior four-year starter Abby Clarkson, who’ll play D-1 lacrosse at Youngstown State, recorded 148 saves last spring and earned All-County honors.
“Abby has all the tools and amazing ability to make point-blank saves one against none,” Agovino said. “She’s a take-charge leader who is mentally tough and also gets us going in transition with long clears.”
The defense in front of Clarkson features twin sister Olivia and fellow senior Rylee Fanning, both four-year varsity players. Another senior, Sienna Russo, keys the zone scheme at the backer position. Fanning, who had 6 goals and 3 assists in 2025, is a dual threat who has the green light to make offensive runs. She also has a knack for forcing turnovers. Olivia Clarkson is a shutdown defender who plays with physicality.
In the midfield, seniors Eve Larkin, Caleigh O’Shea and Olivia Amato all return. The Drexel University bound Larkin had 31 goals and 15 assists in an Honorable Mention All-County 2025. “Eve has a rocket of a shot with a quick release and creates a lot of offense with her passing as well,” Agovino said. O’Shea takes draws and excels at both ends, while Amato is dangerous in the open field and brings a nonstop motor.
Senior lefty Kayleigh Huggard (17 goals, 12 assists) leads an attack that includes senior Danielle Kupcs and juniors Jamie Novello and Sophia Inglese.
To read more about MacArthur Generals' 2026 boys lacrosse team, click here. To see more of the Herald’s 2026 Lacrosse Preview, click here.
