Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 7/28/17

Summer skills camps

Black Bear Lacrosse announces its summer camp line up. This is our 15 year of providing fundamental and skill camps and introducing the sport of lacrosse to many new participants.Once again camps will be directed by Head High school coaches that teach the game.Counselors will be college players and assistant coaches. Click here to register.
Avalon, NJ-Week 2 August 7-11 Boys and Girls

Bright Side Lacrosse Camp for boys and girls. Bright Side Lacrosse Camp is for Girls and Boys players age 5 – 14 who are interested in having fun on the lacrosse field! PIAA officials and seasoned coaches work to bring out the best in each player. Each player is encouraged to learn the ‘fun’damentals and gamemanship.
Dates: Monday to Friday July 31st – August 4
Time: Full Day: 9:15 AM – 3:00 PM Half Day: 9:15 AM – 12 Noon
Location: Dittmar Park 831 South Valley Forge Rd Devon Pa, 19333
Click here for more information and registration

The 1st Start/Shore Skills Lacrosse Camp, July 31-August 4 at Dealy Field in Sea Isle City, NJ.
Shore Skills Lacrosse was founded by educators looking to bring a different approach to the game of lacrosse down the beach. Shore skills, through our camps and clinics, offers boys and girls regardless of ability level, the opportunity to build confidence in the many areas that are associated with the great game of lacrosse. 1st Start Lacrosse is a program dedicated to younger boys and girls in the Philly area who are looking to start lacrosse and get comfortable with a stick in their hands! No equipment needed, just a lacrosse stick and tennis ball that will be provided every session. At 1st Start, you will learn the game from experienced teachers and coaches from the area who have all played the game at a high level.
Registration Information: Children ages 3-6 are recommended to register for the half day 1st Start Lacrosse Camp. Here they will learn the basics of the sport playing fun drills and games to get comfortable with a stick in their hands. Each day camp will run from 9-10:30 AM. The total cost for the 1st Start Lacrosse Camp is $130.
Children ages 7-12 are recommended to register for the full day Shore Skills Lacrosse camp. Through our unique, easy to learn curriculum and skill development series, children are encouraged to reach attainable goals while constantly feeling supported by coaches who care. Each child will walk away from their Shore Skills experience feeling excited about the sport of lacrosse, more confident in their individual abilities, and best of all, knowing that they had fun!
To register for camp please go to www.shoreskillslacrosse.com
For more information on either camp please e-mail Denis Noonan at shoreskillslacrosse@gmail.com or John Bodnar at coachjohn@1ststartlacrosse.com

Fusion Lacrosse Camps: Cape Escape (DE). Overnight camp opportunities for boys graduating in the years 2021-2025 and girls 2020-2025. Players will learn from some of the best past and present professional lacrosse players and coaches including Steve Holmes and Kevin Crowley. Campers spend the night in Cape Henlopen State Park’s campground barracks (DE) in single beds; each barrack holding up to 15 players. Meals are provided 3 times daily in the air conditioned mess hall. From fishing off the pier, lawn games, beach sessions, basketball during free time, and bonfires at night, campers will have every opportunity to take advantage of all the park and this camp has to offer.
Dates: August 7-10
For more information contact arazzano@playfusionlax.com
REGISTER HERE!

NXT Boys Hype Night Camp, The Proving Grounds, Conshohocken, August 7,8,9, 6:30 – 9:00 PM
Ages of campers: 12-15 YRS
How to register: http://nxtlacrosse.com/camps/philly/boys-hype-night-camp
This summer camp is for elite players, grades 7 through 9, determined to compete with the best lacrosse players in the area for 3 consecutive nights in August. We expect to have the top 90 male and female lacrosse players in the Philadelphia Area (grad years 2021, 2022, 2023) to be in attendance. Boys and Girls HYPE NIGHT Camps are separate but will occur simultaneously. The staff is led by NXT Boys Lacrosse Director, Marty Kupprion and staffed by his team of NXT Coaches. The program is a highly organized, three-night elite training experience, which will challenge every player and set the stage for the fall season. The curriculum will focus on modern skill sets for advanced players, the coaching staff will be exceptional, and the environment will be HYPE.

To submit a listing, e-mail us at golax@phillylacrosse.com

By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com Posted 7/29/17

Lower Cape May Regional (N.J.) 2018 attackman Chase Mendyk has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Stockton University.

Chase Mendyk profile:

Chase Mendyk

High school: Lower Cape May Regional, NJ

Position: Attack

Grad year: 2018

College committed to: Stockton University

Club team: SJ Shamrocks

Lacrosse honors: 2nd Team All-Conference

Expected major: Criminal Justice

Why did you choose Stockton? “I chose Stockton University because the campus felt like home, the college provides a lot of support to their students and the lacrosse team is on a great path.”

Thank You: “I would like to thank first my dad for driving me all over for tournaments and showcases and always being my #1 supporter. Another big shoutout to my high school coach, Coach Boyle, who has literally been my mentor since 5th grade. He is the man that introduced me to the great game and I am forever thankful for it.”

Other school considered: Kean University

Main Line Sports Center, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates Chase Mendyk. Main Line SC, located at 1340 Swedesford Road, Berwyn, PA, 19312, offers elite training and clinics for boys and girls as well as club programs for boys. Featuring 5 large indoor fields, we cater to sports teams and organizations looking for a practice facility with ample space and state of the art equipment. Our sports arena is available for organized practices and training sessions for all levels and ages of athlete. Due to the scale and layout of our facility, Main Line Sports Center can handle large practices, as well as Tournaments, special events and private parties for your group or team. Please contact the office at 610-640-1420 for information or access the Main Line website at http://mainlinesportscenter.com/

By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 7/30/17

Southern Regional (N.J.) 2018 face-off specialist Anthony Firmani has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Eastern University.

Anthony Firmani profile:

Anthony Firmani

High school: Southern Regional High School, Manahawkin, NJ

Grad year: 2018

Position: Faceoff Specialist

College committed to: Eastern University

Club team: NJLC

Lacrosse honors: First team A South and All Shore Conference

Academic honors: Scholar Athlete and Honor Roll

Expected major: Business

Why did you choose Eastern? “I chose it for its location, coaches, setup of the team, and the campus.”

HS team’s 2017 highlights: Won our class, made it to conference semifinals, and Group 4 state semifinals

Thank You: “I want to thank my parents and all my family. I want to thank my coaches, Pamp, Jinks, Snyder, Cat, Ms Mcwhorter, and Oz; as well as all my club coaches throughout the years. Lastly I want to thank my teammates without them I wouldn’t be where I’m at.”

Other schools considered: Albright College, Endicott College, and Chatham University

Main Line Sports Center, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates Anthony Firmani. Main Line SC, located at 1340 Swedesford Road, Berwyn, PA, 19312, offers elite training and clinics for boys and girls as well as club programs for boys. Featuring 5 large indoor fields, we cater to sports teams and organizations looking for a practice facility with ample space and state of the art equipment. Our sports arena is available for organized practices and training sessions for all levels and ages of athlete. Due to the scale and layout of our facility, Main Line Sports Center can handle large practices, as well as Tournaments, special events and private parties for your group or team. Please contact the office at 610-640-1420 for information or access the Main Line website at http://mainlinesportscenter.com/

By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 7/31/17

Henderson 2018 defenseman Max Bair has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Arcadia University.

Max Bair profile:

Max Bair (right)

High school: West Chester Henderson

Grad year: 2018

Position: Defense

College committed to: Arcadia University

Club team: Black Bear

Expected major: Business

Why did you choose Arcadia? “It was a good fit.”

HS team’s 2017 highlights: 2nd place in the Ches-Mont League, 2nd place in District 1 (AA), 2nd place in the PIAA tournament.

Thank You: “I would like to thank my parents, my club coach, Bryan Churchey, and Mr. Eberle, who got me to play lacrosse in 4th grade.”

Other schools considered: Ursinus College, Ohio Wesleyan University, Lebanon Valley College

Main Line Sports Center, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates Max Bair. Main Line SC, located at 1340 Swedesford Road, Berwyn, PA, 19312, offers elite training and clinics for boys and girls as well as club programs for boys. Featuring 5 large indoor fields, we cater to sports teams and organizations looking for a practice facility with ample space and state of the art equipment. Our sports arena is available for organized practices and training sessions for all levels and ages of athlete. Due to the scale and layout of our facility, Main Line Sports Center can handle large practices, as well as Tournaments, special events and private parties for your group or team. Please contact the office at 610-640-1420 for information or access the Main Line website at http://mainlinesportscenter.com/

By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 8/1/17

La Salle 2018 LSM Brendan Dulin has committed to play Division III lacrosse at the Catholic University of America.

Brendan Dulin profile:

Brendan Dulin

High school: La Salle College High School Wyndmoor, PA

Grad year: 2018

Position: LSM

College committed to: Catholic University of America

Club team: Twist

Expected major: Business

Why did you choose Catholic? “I chose Catholic because it’s a great school in a great location, DC. The coaching staff is an awesome group of guys who made me feel at home the first time I visited and the team itself keeps getting better each year.”

HS team’s 2017 highlights: PCL Champions, District 12 (City) Champions, State Playoffs

Thank You: “A special thanks to first of all my parents who have done so much for me. Thanks to Twist lacrosse and especially Jack Devlin for putting me in a position to get recruited.

“And thanks to all my coaches at La Salle for helping me improve my game every season.”

Other schools considered: Swarthmore, Albright, Misericordia

Main Line Sports Center, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates Brendan Dulin. Main Line SC, located at 1340 Swedesford Road, Berwyn, PA, 19312, offers elite training and clinics for boys and girls as well as club programs for boys. Featuring 5 large indoor fields, we cater to sports teams and organizations looking for a practice facility with ample space and state of the art equipment. Our sports arena is available for organized practices and training sessions for all levels and ages of athlete. Due to the scale and layout of our facility, Main Line Sports Center can handle large practices, as well as Tournaments, special events and private parties for your group or team. Please contact the office at 610-640-1420 for information or access the Main Line website at http://mainlinesportscenter.com/

By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 8/2/17

Germantown Academy 2018 defenseman Kevin “Conor” O’Neill has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Washington College.

Kevin “Conor” O’Neill profile:

Kevin “Conor” O’Neill

High school: Germantown Academy

Grad year: 2018

Position: Defense

College committed to: Washington College

Club team: Fusion

Lacrosse honors: 2015 All Match, 2016 All Match, Nat 175 fall All Star, Trilogy Gettysburg All Star, FLG Premier Top 44 All Star

Academic honors: Honor Roll

Expected major: Political Science

Why did you choose Washington College? “I chose WAC for the tradition that stands there with lacrosse along with rigorous and amazing academics.”

Outlook for 2018 HS season: “We want to get back to fighting our way up in the Inter-Ac and develop a mixture of younger and older guys to compete at a high level.”

Thank You: “I want to thank my parents for all the time, gas, energy, and support and for driving all over the country and allowing me to play lacrosse. I want to thank the entire Fusion staff for helping me develop inside and out. I want to thank Coach Mckinney for being on awesome leader at GA.”

Other schools considered: UMBC, Gettysburg, Ursinus, Christopher Newport

Main Line Sports Center, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates Kevin “Conor” O’Neill. Main Line SC, located at 1340 Swedesford Road, Berwyn, PA, 19312, offers elite training and clinics for boys and girls as well as club programs for boys. Featuring 5 large indoor fields, we cater to sports teams and organizations looking for a practice facility with ample space and state of the art equipment. Our sports arena is available for organized practices and training sessions for all levels and ages of athlete. Due to the scale and layout of our facility, Main Line Sports Center can handle large practices, as well as Tournaments, special events and private parties for your group or team. Please contact the office at 610-640-1420 for information or access the Main Line website at http://mainlinesportscenter.com/

By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 8/3/17

Roswell High School (GA) 2018 goalie Grant Palmer has made a commitment to play Division III lacrosse at Arcadia University.

Grant Palmer profile:

Grant Palmer (center)

High school: Roswell High School Georgia

Grad year: 2018

Position: Goalie

College committed to: Arcadia University

Expected major: Business

Why did you choose Arcadia? “I chose Arcadia because it was a good fit for me, and I fell in love with the campus and the program when I first visited the School. Also due to it proximity to Philadelphia and a big city.”

2017 HS team’s highlights: “We reached the 3rd round of the playoffs.”

Thank You: “I would like to thanks my parents for allowing me to play lacrosse and for supporting me along my recruiting path. Also, I would like to thank my High School Coaches, Stephen Ianzito, Marco Antinarella, and Patrick Towner for helping me though this process and pushing me to become a better player.”

Other schools considered: RPI, Wilkes, And Gettysburg

Main Line Sports Center, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates Grant Palmer. Main Line SC, located at 1340 Swedesford Road, Berwyn, PA, 19312, offers elite training and clinics for boys and girls as well as club programs for boys. Featuring 5 large indoor fields, we cater to sports teams and organizations looking for a practice facility with ample space and state of the art equipment. Our sports arena is available for organized practices and training sessions for all levels and ages of athlete. Due to the scale and layout of our facility, Main Line Sports Center can handle large practices, as well as Tournaments, special events and private parties for your group or team. Please contact the office at 610-640-1420 for information or access the Main Line website at http://mainlinesportscenter.com/

By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 8/3/17

Saucon Valley 2018 midfielder/facoff specialist Joel Paulson has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Swarthmore Collegfe.

Joel Paulson profile:

Joel Paulson

High school: Saucon Valley (PA)

Grad year: 2018

Position: Midfield/FO

College committed to: Swarthmore College

Club team: Twist LC

Academic honors: National Honor Society

Expected major: PreLaw

Why did you choose Swarthmore? “If you’ve heard of Swat you know it’s one of the best schools in the country. Hands down. It’s not too far from home, and it just felt right. Great school, Great vibes, Great team on the rise, it’s just a great fit.”

HS team’s 2018 outlook: “We graduated some solid seniors, they’ll be missed, but at the same time we’re young and once the kids learn, we’ve got a chance to be really good. A district championship is the goal for sure, and what comes after that we’ll be ready.”

Thank You: “Everyone! I’ve been playing lacrosse for 10+ years now. So thanks to my parents for taking me to all the games, tournaments, practices and tryouts; my club coaches at Skyhawks, specifically Desi and Lou for teaching me to love the game and love how I play it; thanks to the entire Twist organization their commitment to us as players has gotten us all to where we are now, it’s been a blast playing with Twist for the last 4 or so years; thanks to all the friends I’ve made on the way, some friendships I’ll keep for the rest of my life. And thanks to my big brother Jonathan, for playing at Denver and teaching me what ‘that game with a stick’ was and why I should give it a try.”

Other schools considered: Haverford, Vassar, Trinity, Florida Southern, Hampton

Main Line Sports Center, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates Joel Paylson. Main Line SC, located at 1340 Swedesford Road, Berwyn, PA, 19312, offers elite training and clinics for boys and girls as well as club programs for boys. Featuring 5 large indoor fields, we cater to sports teams and organizations looking for a practice facility with ample space and state of the art equipment. Our sports arena is available for organized practices and training sessions for all levels and ages of athlete. Due to the scale and layout of our facility, Main Line Sports Center can handle large practices, as well as Tournaments, special events and private parties for your group or team. Please contact the office at 610-640-1420 for information or access the Main Line website at http://mainlinesportscenter.com/

By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 8/4/17

Haverford High 2018 defenseman Tommy Fredericks has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Widener University.

Tommy Fredericks profile:

Tommy Fredericks

Grad year: 2018

Position: Defense

College committed to: Widener University

Club team: NXT Lacrosse

Lacrosse honors: Honorable Mention All-Central, Honorable Mention All-Delco and Honorable Mention All-Main Line

Academic honors: Honor Roll

Expected major: Business Management

Why did you choose Widener? “I chose Widener for its great sense of balance between academics and athletics. I was also very impressed by Widener’s strong internship, co-op, and career recruitment networks.”

HS team’s 2017 highlights: First Haverford Team to make States

Thank You: “I would to thank all of the dedicated coaches I have had through the years, especially the Haverford Blaze, Mesa Fresh Fever, Old School, and the NXT coaching staffs. Thanks also to Haverford High School’s dedicated coaches: Coach Decina, Coach Greenspun, Coach Arra, and Coach Young. A special thanks to Coach Decina for his leadership and encouragement.  Lastly, I thank my parents for their unending love and support.”

Main Line Sports Center, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates Tommy Fredericks. Main Line SC, located at 1340 Swedesford Road, Berwyn, PA, 19312, offers elite training and clinics for boys and girls as well as club programs for boys. Featuring 5 large indoor fields, we cater to sports teams and organizations looking for a practice facility with ample space and state of the art equipment. Our sports arena is available for organized practices and training sessions for all levels and ages of athlete. Due to the scale and layout of our facility, Main Line Sports Center can handle large practices, as well as Tournaments, special events and private parties for your group or team. Please contact the office at 610-640-1420 for information or access the Main Line website at http://mainlinesportscenter.com/

By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 8/4/17

Conestoga 2018 attackman Chris Cara has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Denison University.

Chris Cara profile:

Chris Cara

High school: Conestoga High School

Grad year: 2018

Position: Attack

College committed to: Denison University

Club team: Duke’s LC

Lacrosse honors: Conestoga Offensive player of the year 2015, Jake Reed Nike Blue Chip Invitee, Maverick Select National team invitee, SweetLax Invitational 2016 and 2017 championship team, Naptown National championship Runner up 2016, Central League champions 2016 & 2017, District 1 champions 2017; and PIAA Runnerup, 2017

Academic honors: First honors for freshman, sophomore and Junior year at Conestoga.

Expected major: Economics

Why did you choose Denison? “After visiting many schools, I knew that Denison was the best fit for me both academically and athletically. I was very impressed by the coaching staff of Coach Caravana and Coach Zimmerman, the academics that are offered and the campus. It has always been a goal of mine to have a combination of both great academics along with a top ranked lacrosse program like Denison.”

HS team’s 2017 highlights: Central League champions, District 1 champions, PIAA runner-up, 24-4 record

Thank You: “I would like to thank my parents for all of their encouragement and guidance in always helping me to reach my goals. I would like to thank my Conestoga coaches, Coach Bush and Coach Bickel for their leadership, dedication and for continuously improving our team.

“I would like to thank all of my Duke’s coaches, especially Coach Ebe Helm and Coach Jason Christmas for encouraging me to always be the best player and person that I can be. I will always be proud and grateful to be a part of Duke’s!

“I would like to thank Coach Caravana and Coach Zimmerman for giving me this excellent opportunity at Denison!”

Other schools considered: Middlebury, Colorado College, Dickinson, Stevens and Trinity

Main Line Sports Center, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates Chris Cara. Main Line SC, located at 1340 Swedesford Road, Berwyn, PA, 19312, offers elite training and clinics for boys and girls as well as club programs for boys. Featuring 5 large indoor fields, we cater to sports teams and organizations looking for a practice facility with ample space and state of the art equipment. Our sports arena is available for organized practices and training sessions for all levels and ages of athlete. Due to the scale and layout of our facility, Main Line Sports Center can handle large practices, as well as Tournaments, special events and private parties for your group or team. Please contact the office at 610-640-1420 for information or access the Main Line website at http://mainlinesportscenter.com/

By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 8/6/17

Interboro 2018 LSM/defenseman Brett McLaughlin has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Neumann University.

Brett McLaughlin profile:

Brett McLaughlin

High school: Interboro

Grad year: 2018

Position: LSM/DEF

College committed to: Neumann University

Club team: Providence Road Lacrosse

Lacrosse honors: “Beast of the East” All Star, Interboro 2016 defensive MVP, Interboro 2017 overall MVP

Other athletic honors: All 1st team Eastern PA Football (3.8 GPA or above)

Expected major: Education

Why did you choose Neumann? “It was a good fit for me academically and I want to help build the lacrosse program.”

HS team’s 2017 highlights: “Upsetting Kennett with injured starters and finding a way to win.”

Thank You: “Thanks to my parents and my brothers who sacrificed countless hours driving me to practice and games. Also, thanks to coach Berkheimer who allowed me to play with PRL; and to my high school coaches who helped me get to where I am today.”

Main Line Sports Center, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates Brett McLaughlin. Main Line SC, located at 1340 Swedesford Road, Berwyn, PA, 19312, offers elite training and clinics for boys and girls as well as club programs for boys. Featuring 5 large indoor fields, we cater to sports teams and organizations looking for a practice facility with ample space and state of the art equipment. Our sports arena is available for organized practices and training sessions for all levels and ages of athlete. Due to the scale and layout of our facility, Main Line Sports Center can handle large practices, as well as Tournaments, special events and private parties for your group or team. Please contact the office at 610-640-1420 for information or access the Main Line website at http://mainlinesportscenter.com/
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Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 8/7/17
From US Lacrosse

The Ferris School for Boys in Wilmington, Delaware is an intensive rehabilitation treatment center for youth males between the ages of 13 to 18. The boys are sentenced to Ferris by the family court in Delaware, and on average, they reside at the facility for an average of 6-12 months each.

The majority of the residents come from impoverished backgrounds, have been involved in drugs and gangs, and are identified as serious or chronic repeat offenders that pose a risk to themselves or others.

The school provides a structured learning environment integrating education, programming, treatment, and therapeutic clinical programs. It has also offered fall and winter sports outlets, but has always had a void in its spring schedule.

As chronicled in this new video, Second Chances, lacrosse is now filling that void.

“The aim of introducing lacrosse at Ferris is to have a spring sport that will allow large-muscle exercise, that will get the residents out of the building and into the fresh air, and that will ultimately lead to lower numbers of restraints,” said Dr. Katharine Powers, a licensed clinical psychologist at Ferris.

There’s also the benefit of bonding through a shared experience.

“This is about learning something they have no idea about and coming together as a team,” said Walter Armstrong, assistant coach. “We’re going to go through the struggles together and then come out on top together.”

The boys had their first lacrosse introduction at the end of December and played a limited schedule of games against local school teams this past spring.

“We’re trying to help kids understand the team concept,” said Craig Walker, athletics director. “They have one goal, to play together in order to win.”

The game can also make an impact by providing new options for the young men as they leave Ferris.

“Most of our residents will return to local area high schools upon their release,” Powers said. “We hope that some of our youth fall in love with the game and will find their way onto lacrosse teams when they return to the community, instead of back onto the streets.”

By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 8/7/17

Haverford School 2018 attackman TJ Malone has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Amherst College.

TJ Malone profile:

TJ Malone (Photo by Matt Chandik)

High school: The Haverford School (Pa)

Grad year: 2018

Position: Attack

College committed to: Amherst College

Club team: NXT 2018

Lacrosse honors: First team All Inter-Ac, First Team All-Delco, Second Team All-Philadelphia Inquirer, Lax Records National Player of the Week, First Team All-Main Line

Expected major: Undecided

Why did you choose Amherst? “I chose Amherst because it’s an amazing school where I can get a great education and a great job after college. Also, because I really like Coach John Thompson. He is an awesome guy and his playing style is similar to mine so I think I’ll fit very well in his offense.”

HS team’s 2017 accomplishments: Inter-Ac champs, runner-up in Inter-Ac Invitational, Top 20 national ranking, #1 team in Philadelphia

Thank You: “I would like to thank my parents for giving me the opportunity to play for all of these years. Also, I would like to thank my youth lacrosse coach, Duane Lawrence, for showing my the fundamentals and being my coach for 5 years. Also I would like to thank my middle school coaches, Tom Wolf and Buddy Meredith. I would like to thank all of my NXT coaches for taking a chance on me when I was a scrawny freshman. Finally, I would like to thank my Haverford coaches, John Nostrant and Mark Petrone, for helping my improve everyday on the field and off.”

Other schools considered: Richmond, Bucknell, Brown, Furman, Drexel

Main Line Sports Center, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates TJ Malone. Main Line SC, located at 1340 Swedesford Road, Berwyn, PA, 19312, offers elite training and clinics for boys and girls as well as club programs for boys. Featuring 5 large indoor fields, we cater to sports teams and organizations looking for a practice facility with ample space and state of the art equipment. Our sports arena is available for organized practices and training sessions for all levels and ages of athlete. Due to the scale and layout of our facility, Main Line Sports Center can handle large practices, as well as Tournaments, special events and private parties for your group or team. Please contact the office at 610-640-1420 for information or access the Main Line website at http://mainlinesportscenter.com/

By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 8/8/17

Archmere Academy (DE) 2018 midfielder Jake DiBattista has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Elizabethtown College.

Jake DiBattista profile:

Jake DiBattista

High school: Archmere Academy (DE)

Grad year: 2018

Position: Midfield

College committed to: Elizabethtown College

Club team: HEADstrong Quakers 2018

Lacrosse honors: 2nd Team All Conference

Expected major: Business Management

Why did you choose Elizabethtown? “I chose it for the challenging academics as well as their great lacrosse program.”

HS team’s 2017 accomplishments: Quarterfinals in State Tournament and 11-5 Season

Thank You: “Thanks to my parents, as well as my coaches: Coach Dane, Coach Dan and Coach Duncan.”

Other schools considered: Gettysburg, Muhlenberg

Main Line Sports Center, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates Jake DiBattista. Main Line SC, located at 1340 Swedesford Road, Berwyn, PA, 19312, offers elite training and clinics for boys and girls as well as club programs for boys. Featuring 5 large indoor fields, we cater to sports teams and organizations looking for a practice facility with ample space and state of the art equipment. Our sports arena is available for organized practices and training sessions for all levels and ages of athlete. Due to the scale and layout of our facility, Main Line Sports Center can handle large practices, as well as Tournaments, special events and private parties for your group or team. Please contact the office at 610-640-1420 for information or access the Main Line website at http://mainlinesportscenter.com/

By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 8/8/17

Goucester Catholic (NJ) 2018 midfielder Michael Zelinski has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Neumann University.

Michael Zelinski profile:

Michael Zelinski

High school: Gloucester Catholic (NJ)

Grad year: 2018

Position: Midfield

College committed to: Neumann University

Club team: South Jersey Shamrocks

Academic honors: National Honor Society

Expected major: Pre-Physical Therapy

Why did you choose Neumann? “Neumann is a great fit for me. The school offers many opportunities for learning and interning while having the smaller school setting I was looking for. I am excited about the additions to the Health Sciences Department. Coach (Kyle) Gardner, Coach (Evan) Zielinski, and staff are all great people who are really involved in the program, and made me want to be part of the team. I am looking forward to being a Knight!”

HS team’s 2017 highlights: “Our team finished 12-5 in the 2017 season, which was an improvement on our records in the past. We had a strong run in the playoffs, but we were eliminated in the second round. I am looking forward to my Senior season.”

Thank You: “I would like to thank my parents, who have always supported me every step of the way. I would also like to thank my high school coach, Bill Keane. I started playing lacrosse as a Freshman and he has taught me what I needed to know to improve my game and develop as a player. I would also like to thank my Shamrocks coach, Joe LaTorre, for coaching me through my tournament seasons. Lastly, I would like to thank my teammates throughout the years for helping me become a better player and person on and off the field.”

Other schools considered: Immaculata, Arcadia

Main Line Sports Center, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates Michael Zelinski. Main Line SC, located at 1340 Swedesford Road, Berwyn, PA, 19312, offers elite training and clinics for boys and girls as well as club programs for boys. Featuring 5 large indoor fields, we cater to sports teams and organizations looking for a practice facility with ample space and state of the art equipment. Our sports arena is available for organized practices and training sessions for all levels and ages of athlete. Due to the scale and layout of our facility, Main Line Sports Center can handle large practices, as well as Tournaments, special events and private parties for your group or team. Please contact the office at 610-640-1420 for information or access the Main Line website at http://mainlinesportscenter.com/

By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 8/8/17

St. Joseph’s Prep 2018 midfielder/attackman Eric Scheuerle has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Franklin and Marshall College.

Eric Scheuerle profile:

Eric Scheuerle

High school: St. Joseph’s Prep (PA)

Grad year: 2018

Position: MF/ATT

College committed to: Franklin and Marshall College

Club team: BIG 4 HHH

Lacrosse honors: 1st Team All Catholic, Lehigh Laxfest All-Star

Academic honors: Distinguished Honors

Expected major: Undecided

Why did you choose F&M? “I chose F&M because of the great balance between academics and athletics. They have a great lacrosse program and school that fit perfectly for me. My brother, Kyle, also goes to F&M and has loved his experience.”

HS team’s highlights for 2017 season: PCL Finalist

Thank you: “I would like to thank my family for all that they have done for me; my parents for driving me all over to games, practices, and tournaments; my brothers, Cory, Scott and Kyle for helping me and always giving me advice.

“I’d like to thank Coach McKinney and Coach Gregg for helping me develop as a player over the years. They always believed in me and put me in positions to succeed.

“I would also like to thank Coach Cavallaro and his staff for giving me this great opportunity to learn and play lacrosse at F&M.”

Other schools considered: Bucknell, Fairfield, Gettysburg

Main Line Sports Center, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates Eric Scheuerle. Main Line SC, located at 1340 Swedesford Road, Berwyn, PA, 19312, offers elite training and clinics for boys and girls as well as club programs for boys. Featuring 5 large indoor fields, we cater to sports teams and organizations looking for a practice facility with ample space and state of the art equipment. Our sports arena is available for organized practices and training sessions for all levels and ages of athlete. Due to the scale and layout of our facility, Main Line Sports Center can handle large practices, as well as Tournaments, special events and private parties for your group or team. Please contact the office at 610-640-1420 for information or access the Main Line website at http://mainlinesportscenter.com/

By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 8/9/17

Shawnee (N.J.) 2018 attackman/midfielder Blake Brinster has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Haverford College.

Blake Brinster profile:

Blake Brinster

High school: Shawnee, NJ

Grad year: 2018

Position: Attack/Midfield

College committed to: Haverford College

Club team: SouthShore Lacrosse

Lacrosse honors: Prep Lax Showcase, BSK All-Star

Academic honors: 3.95 GPA, 1480 SAT, Honor Roll

Expected major: Economics and Mathematics/Statistics

Why did you choose Haverford? “Haverford has a great balance between lacrosse and academics, which was exactly what I was looking for. Coach (Brendan) Dawson and Coach (Dan) Rosenak were awesome in the process and I’m looking forward to playing for them.’

HS team’s 2017 accomplishments: South Jersey Group 3 Finalists

Thank You: “Thanks to all my coaches: Erik Stilley, JC Valore, Bobby Thorp, and Sean Malady.”

Other schools considered: Bowdoin, Swarthmore, Vassar

Main Line Sports Center, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates Blake Brinster. Main Line SC, located at 1340 Swedesford Road, Berwyn, PA, 19312, offers elite training and clinics for boys and girls as well as club programs for boys. Featuring 5 large indoor fields, we cater to sports teams and organizations looking for a practice facility with ample space and state of the art equipment. Our sports arena is available for organized practices and training sessions for all levels and ages of athlete. Due to the scale and layout of our facility, Main Line Sports Center can handle large practices, as well as Tournaments, special events and private parties for your group or team. Please contact the office at 610-640-1420 for information or access the Main Line website at http://mainlinesportscenter.com/

By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 8/9/17

Lick-Wilmerding High School (CA) 2018 defenseman/LSM Liam Maniscalco has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Swarthmore College.

Liam Maniscalco profile:

Liam Maniscalco

High school: Lick-Wilmerding High School, San Francisco, CA

Position: Defense/LSM

Grad year: 2018

College committed to: Swarthmore College

Club team: 3d NorCal

Lacrosse honors: 2017 U.S. Lacrosse Academic All-American, Team Captain, Team MVP, 1st Team All-League, FLG in 3d All-Star, Denver Shootout All-Star, College Bound Series All-Star

Academic honors: Enrolled in all possible honors courses, President of MUN Club, President and Co-Founder of KIVA Club

Expected major: Political Science

Why did you choose Swarthmore? “I chose to commit to Swarthmore first and foremost because of the incredible academics and because I felt very welcomed on campus by Coach Gress and Coach Danenza. The feeling of a small school/campus combined with the close proximity to Philadelphia is the best of both worlds, and the opportunity to play high level lacrosse was too good to turn down.”

HS team’s 2017 highlights: Advanced to the league semi-finals.

Thank You: “Firstly, I’d like to thank my parents and family for providing me with continuous support throughout the recruiting process.

“I’d also like to thank the entire 3d NorCal and 3d Lacrosse organization, and specifically Coach Kruger and Coach Jacoby, who have both been unbelievably supportive and helpful over the past couple of years. Their advice and expertise has helped me in many ways, and I am very thankful for this.

“Lastly I’d like to thank my teammates for continuously pushing me to play the best lacrosse possible and for being some of my best friends over the past few years.”

Other schools considered: Amherst, Middlebury, Williams, Vassar, Haverford, Hamilton, and Wesleyan

Main Line Sports Center, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates Liam Maniscalco. Main Line SC, located at 1340 Swedesford Road, Berwyn, PA, 19312, offers elite training and clinics for boys and girls as well as club programs for boys. Featuring 5 large indoor fields, we cater to sports teams and organizations looking for a practice facility with ample space and state of the art equipment. Our sports arena is available for organized practices and training sessions for all levels and ages of athlete. Due to the scale and layout of our facility, Main Line Sports Center can handle large practices, as well as Tournaments, special events and private parties for your group or team. Please contact the office at 610-640-1420 for information or access the Main Line website at http://mainlinesportscenter.com/

By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 8/9/17

Interboro 2018 midfielder/attackman Brody Butler has made a commitment to play Division III lacrosse at Neumann University.

Brody Butler profile:

Brody Butler

High school: Interboro

Grad year: 2018

Position: Midfield/Attack

College committed to: Neumann University

Club team: Twist Lacrosse

Expected major: Sports Management

Why did you choose Neumann? “Neumann is dedicated bettering their players in both in the classroom and on the field.”

HS team’s highlights: Interboro will be joining the Pioneer Athletic Conference (for boys’ lacrosse)

Thank You: “I would like to thank my mom for everything she has done; and also coach Speer for preparing me to play at the next level.”

Main Line Sports Center, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates Brody Butler. Main Line SC, located at 1340 Swedesford Road, Berwyn, PA, 19312, offers elite training and clinics for boys and girls as well as club programs for boys. Featuring 5 large indoor fields, we cater to sports teams and organizations looking for a practice facility with ample space and state of the art equipment. Our sports arena is available for organized practices and training sessions for all levels and ages of athlete. Due to the scale and layout of our facility, Main Line Sports Center can handle large practices, as well as Tournaments, special events and private parties for your group or team. Please contact the office at 610-640-1420 for information or access the Main Line website at http://mainlinesportscenter.com/

By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 8/10/17

Nazareth High 2018 defenseman/LSM Casey Starner has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Cabrini University.

Casey Starner profile:

Casey Starner

High school: Nazareth Area HS, Nazareth, PA

Position: DEF/LSM

Grad year: 2018

College committed to: Cabrini University

Club team: Fusion Lacrosse

Lacrosse honors: 2017 All Area (HM), 2017 EPC ALL-Conference 2nd Team, 2017 Varsity Captain and Team MVP

Academic honors/service: Honor Roll, Headstring Project Volunteer, Nazareth Clippers Youth Lacrosse Coach

Expected major: Physical Therapy

Why did you choose Cabrini? “I like the pre-physical therapy program to prepare me for my MS in PT and I like the encouragement I got from the coaches and current members of the team.”

HS team’s 2018 outlook: “Continue to improve in the tough EPC Conference.”

Thank You: “Many thanks to my youth, high school and club coaches, Brian Witmer, Gerry Petrozelli, Joe Engleby, Kevin Crowley and Kevin Philibin for helping me develop into the person and player I am today. Thank you to all my teammates I’ve played with throughout my lacrosse career. Also, thank you to my two biggest supporters throughout my life: my mom and dad.”

Other schools considered: Ohio Wesleyan University, Adelphi University and Frostburg University

Main Line Sports Center, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates Casey Starner. Main Line SC, located at 1340 Swedesford Road, Berwyn, PA, 19312, offers elite training and clinics for boys and girls as well as club programs for boys. Featuring 5 large indoor fields, we cater to sports teams and organizations looking for a practice facility with ample space and state of the art equipment. Our sports arena is available for organized practices and training sessions for all levels and ages of athlete. Due to the scale and layout of our facility, Main Line Sports Center can handle large practices, as well as Tournaments, special events and private parties for your group or team. Please contact the office at 610-640-1420 for information or access the Main Line website at http://mainlinesportscenter.com/