McCullough named top lacrosse player

By Robert Daski

Published: June 27, 2008

• Age: 18
• Year: Senior
• Accomplishments: First team All-Cardinal District and first team All-Northwest Region. Recorded 26 goals, 29 assists, 55 points and 36 ground balls. Plans to play lacrosse for Air Force Academy.
• Most memorable moment? “Last year we lost to Culpeper. This year we wanted to get redemption. To get the win and more is pretty cool.”
• Who has influenced you the most in
lacrosse? “My dad and [Forest Park lacrosse] coach Bud [Sichler]. I’ve played for coach Bud since fourth grade. My dad’s been teaching me a lot. It’s been cool to have him.”
• What do you like most about playing lacrosse? “I like the intensity and speed. It’s a fast-paced game. It’s fun. It’s a lot of excitement.”
• Where did you improve most from last year to this year?
“My off-hand got stronger. It helped my game. I took on more of a different role. I was more of a feeder. It was different. I didn’t notice it at first, but I’ll play anywhere on the field. I’ll play wherever coach puts me.”