KINGS POINT, N.Y. (May 22, 2026) – The U.S. Merchant Marine Academy men's lacrosse team had three players selected to compete in the 2026 USILA Division III Senior All-Star Game, as seniors William Badeer (Pittsburgh, Pa.), Michael Hofstetter (Deer Park, N.Y.), and Michael Valentine IV (Massapequa Park, N.Y.) will represent Kings Point at the annual event today, Friday, May 22.
 
The trio of Mariners will travel to the campus of Randolph-Macon College in Ashland, Va., to compete for the North All-Star Team. Opening face-off is scheduled for 4 p.m. (ET) at RMC's Day Field.
 
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"We're incredibly excited for these three seniors who have earned the opportunity to compete together one more time," said head coach Dan Paccione. "We'll be watching with great pride as they represent Kings Point and USMMA Lacrosse."
 
All three Mariners earned All-Skyline First Team honors at the conclusion of the 2026 season. Badeer, a starting midfielder, finished the year with 60 points on 46 goals and 14 assists. Hofstetter, the Mariners' short-stick defensive midfielder who played a major role in the clearing game, scooped up 47 ground balls. Valentine, a starting defender, led the team with 34 caused turnovers – a category in which he also became the Academy's all-time leader during the final game of his career – while adding 47 ground balls.
 
For more information on the USILA Division III Senior All-Star Game, click here.
 
The last Mariner to compete in the USILA Senior All-Star Game was Carter Hall '23.
 
Hosted by the United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association, the Senior All-Star Game highlights many of the top graduating players from across the country and celebrates their accomplishments and contributions to the sport.
 
The tradition dates back to 1940, when the first matchup took place in Baltimore, Md. Originally created as a single game showcasing standout players from all three NCAA divisions, the event later expanded as the sport continued to grow. In 1991, the format split into two games — one featuring Division I and II players and another highlighting Division III student-athletes.
 
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