Ohio State Men's Lacrosse officially announced the addition of standout defender Patrick Pisano via the transfer portal on June 25, 2026. The program shared a bold red graphic welcoming the Yale captain, highlighting his arrival to strengthen the Buckeyes' defensive unit.
Who is Patrick Pisano?Patrick Pisano is a 6'2", 195-pound senior defender from Cold Spring Harbor, New York. He played four seasons at Yale University (Class of 2026) and brings elite defensive pedigree, leadership, and experience to Columbus.
High School Career (Cold Spring Harbor High School) Two-time All-American.
Two-time Nassau County Defenseman of the Year.
2022 Nassau County Player of the Year.
Key contributor to the 2022 New York State Championship team.
Collegiate Career at YalePisano developed into a cornerstone of the Yale Bulldogs' defense and one of the most decorated players in the program.Notable Accolades 2025-26 Team Captain (solo captain of the 50-member varsity squad).
USA Lacrosse Honorable Mention All-American (multiple times, including 2026).
Inside Lacrosse Honorable Mention All-American.
USILA Honorable Mention All-American.
First Team All-Ivy League.
Multiple Honorable Mention All-Ivy honors.
Ivy League Defensive Player of the Week (April 6, 2026).
Inside Lacrosse Midseason Honorable Mention All-American.
NEILA All-New England First Team.
NEILA All-Academic Team.
L.C. Stowell Award (MVP).
Christian Prince Memorial Award recipient (multiple seasons).
2026 Season Highlights (Senior Year) Led the team with 22 caused turnovers (third in the Ivy League).
Second on the team with 41 ground balls.
Scored his first collegiate goal against Dartmouth (pole goal).
Recorded another goal in the NCAA First Round vs. Syracuse.
Standout performances: 4 CT and 3 GB in win at Cornell; 6 GB and 2 CT vs. Penn State.
Impact on Ohio StateOhio State, already viewed as a rising program with a strong defensive foundation, adds a battle-tested, high-character leader in Pisano. As a proven shutdown defender, ground ball machine, and captain, he should immediately compete for significant playing time and help anchor the back end for the 2027 season.
The Buckeyes continue to be active in the transfer portal, bringing in experienced talent from strong programs like Yale to complement their recruiting classes.Personal BackgroundSon of Jacinta and Chris Pisano; has a younger brother, Timmy.
Economics major at Yale.
National Honor Society member.
Recipient of scholarships including the NYC Fire Department Columbia Association and Timothy O’Grady Foundation awards.
Community service: Volunteered with Harborfields Community Outreach, The Guide Dog Foundation, and America’s Vet Dogs.
Welcome to the Buckeyes, Patrick Pisano!
This transfer is a major win for Ohio State Men's Lacrosse as they aim for even greater success in the Big Ten and national landscape.
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