Wed May 07 03:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Cornell’s CJ Kirst Shatters Men’s Lacrosse Scoring Record

**ITHACA, NY – April 27, 2025** – Cornell University lacrosse star CJ Kirst has etched his name into the history books, setting a new all-time career goals record in Division I men’s lacrosse. Kirst surpassed Virginia’s Payton Cormier’s previous record of 224 goals, reaching an astounding 233 goals in just four seasons.

Kirst achieved the milestone on April 26th, solidifying his place as the top scorer in DI men’s lacrosse history. His impressive scoring ability has been on display throughout his career, culminating in a record-breaking performance against Dartmouth earlier this season.

The previous record holders include Cormier (224 goals), Penn State’s Mac O’Keefe (221 goals), and Duke’s Justin Guterding and Dyson Williams (212 goals each). With the season still ongoing, Kirst’s record is likely to grow, setting a challenging benchmark for future generations of lacrosse players. The competition among the top scorers promises to be fierce as other elite players aim to close the gap.

Kirst’s achievement marks a new era of high-scoring dominance in DI men’s lacrosse, underscoring the evolving talent within the sport.

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