By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 10/11/16
St. Anne’s-Belfield (VA) 2017 attackman Joe Robertson has made a verbal commitment to play Division I lacrosse at Duke University.
Joe Robertson profile:
Joe Robertson
High School: St. Anne’s-Belfield School (VA)
Graduation Year: 2017
Position: Attack
College Choice: Duke University
Club Affiliation: Duke’s Lacrosse Club
Major lacrosse honors: State Championship (2015), 2016 Offensive MVP, 3x All Prep, 2x All State, All American, 3x Under Armour Underclass All American
What will you major in/study? Undecided
Why did you choose the school? “I chose Duke University because it had everything I was looking for in a college academically and athletically. Coach (John) Danowski and Coach (Ron) Caputo made me feel comfortable and at home on my visit. Duke is a special program and I wanted to be apart of something special.”
HS team’s outlook for 2017 season? “Our team this year is unique in that we have a mix of returning players and new players that will have to be ready to step up to the challenge.”
Thank You: “I would like to say thank you to my family, coaches and friends who have helped me get to where I am. First, I would like to thank my mom and dad for always supporting me throughout my lacrosse career. Also, I would like to thank my brothers for helping me see clearly throughout this decision process. Lastly, I would like to thank Coach Perriello, Coach Nate Rullman, Coach Ebe Helm, Coach Christmas, and the entire Duke’s Lacrosse Club for providing me the guidance necessary to reach this goal.”
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