Hunter Metz, a rising lacrosse star, has always looked up to Matt Kavanagh, one of the most celebrated players in Notre Dame lacrosse history.

Kavanagh, a standout attackman who graduated in 2016, was known for his vision, skill, and leadership on the field.

For Metz, Kavanagh represented the pinnacle of lacrosse excellence, and now, as a high school senior, Metz is preparing to follow in his idol’s footsteps by committing to the same program that shaped Kavanagh’s legendary career.

Growing up in a lacrosse-centric community, Metz was introduced to the sport at a young age, and quickly fell in love with its fast pace and dynamic style of play.

As a young player, Metz looked up to Kavanagh, whose on-field versatility and scoring ability became the blueprint for his own aspirations.

Kavanagh’s role in leading Notre Dame to multiple NCAA tournament appearances, including an appearance in the 2014 championship game, cemented his legacy, and Metz saw in him a model of the type of player he aspired to become.

Over the years, Metz’s talent developed rapidly. He became known for his exceptional stick skills, vision, and leadership on the field—traits that mirrored those of his idol. Coaches began to take notice, and Metz soon emerged as one of the top recruits in his class.

His passion for the game and commitment to improvement caught the attention of college programs across the nation, but it was Notre Dame that stood out as the perfect destination for his next chapter.

Metz’s decision to commit to the Fighting Irish is a dream come true. “Growing up, watching Notre Dame and seeing Matt Kavanagh play made me fall in love with the program,” Metz shared.

“The tradition, the culture, and the coaching staff are all things that really drew me to Notre Dame. It’s a place where I can continue to grow as a player and as a person.”

His commitment marks the beginning of an exciting journey. Metz will now have the opportunity to play for the same prestigious program that shaped Kavanagh’s career, and he hopes to make his own impact on the field, carrying on the legacy of success that Notre Dame has long been known for in lacrosse.

As Metz looks to the future, his story is one of admiration turned into action—a young player inspired by an icon, now ready to forge his own path at one of the premier programs in college lacrosse.