By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 8/21/16
Cherry Hill East (N.J.) 2017 midfielder Priya Kavuru has made a verbal commitment to play Division I lacrosse at La Salle University.
Priya Kavuru profile:
Priya Kavuru
High School: Cherry Hill High School East, NJ
Graduation Year: 2017
Position: Midfield
College Choice: La Salle University
Club Affiliation: South Jersey Devils
Major lacrosse honors, camps and showcases: George Mason Camp, Monmouth Camp, All American Aim Camps
What will you major in/study? Nursing
Why did you choose this school? “I chose La Salle because among the team there is a big sense of family, spirit, and unity. The coach is driven and dedicated to helping each player strive to be excellent. Also, the school is beautiful and located just outside of Center City Philadelphia.”
Outlook for 2017 HS season? “Cherry Hill East is not a very women’s lacrosse oriented school, however I hope playoffs are in our future for the 2017 season. If we work hard and focus we can improve our skills and become more successful.”
People to thank: “I would like to thank my parents for supporting me through this whole process and always having my back. I would like to thank my HS coach for presenting me with many opportunities that led me to success. I would like to thank my club coaches for shaping me into a better player.”
Other schools considered: Lacrosse related: TCNJ; non-lacrosse related: Temple and Rutgers New Brunswick
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