SALT LAKE CITY – University of Utah Lacrosse head coach Andrew McMinn announced the addition of three newcomers to the program for the 2024 roster today, adding to an already strong recruiting class.
Midfielder Kaden Davis, defenseman Marco Pascarella and midfielder Ben Trask will join the 10 signees that the Utes announced during early signing day in November. The full class gives Utah five players on attack, three on defense, three at midfield, one on midfield/faceoffs and one goalkeeper.
QUICK HITS ON UTAH'S THREE ADDITIONS
Kaden Davis
Midfield
Austin, Texas
Lake Travis HS
High School: Played lacrosse and football at Lake Travis High School.
- Named to the 2021 UA All-American team.
- All-District as a senior despite missing part of the year with an injury.
- Helped his team to a state championship in 2022.
- All-State in lacrosse as a junior, also earning Co-Offensive MVP.
- Earned All-District his sophomore season.
- 6A All-Academic Honorable Mention.
- Also played lacrosse for Turning Point USA and Young Men's Service League.
Personal: Father played football at Tyler Junior College and at Oklahoma … grandfather played football at Alabama.
Why Utah: "I picked Utah because I believe it is a great fit for me in all aspects."
Marco Pascarella
Defense
Pittsburgh, Pa.
North Allegheny HS
High School: Four-year varsity letter winner for North Allegheny HS.
- US Lacrosse All-American.
- Two-time All-Section selection.
- Two-time All-Conference honoree.
- Led his team to the 2021 PIAA Section 7 Championship.
- Has 400+ ground balls, 25+ goals and 120+ caused turnovers in his high school career.
Personal: Has one sibling … enjoys snowboarding and mountain biking.
Why Utah: "I love the western USA and as soon as I stepped on campus, I knew Utah was a place I was going to love and be able to grow to fulfill my potential."
Ben Trask
Midfield
San Diego, Calif.
Torrey Pines HS
High School: Lettered all four years in lacrosse at Torrey Pines HS.
- Earned second-team All-League in 2022.
- Had 39 ground balls, five goals and 15 caused turnovers in 2022.
- Played club lacrosse for RC Starz and for WCS.
- Also played soccer his freshman year.
Personal: Has one sister, Elizabeth … interested in surfing, hiking and spending time with family and friends.
Why Utah: "I chose Utah because of the culture on the team, the coaching staff, and the location of the school."