By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 12/9/16
Conestoga 2020 LSM/defenseman Michael Prestipino has made a verbal commitment to play Division I lacrosse at Penn State University.
Michael Prestipino profile:
Mike Prestipino
High School: Conestoga High School
Graduation Year: 2020
Position: LSM/ Defense
College Choice: Penn State University
Club Affiliations: NXT 2020, Rising Sons 2020
Major lacrosse honors, camps and showcases: 2016 Maverik Showtime, 2016 Adrenaline Black Card, Baltimore Summer Kickoff All-Star, Towson MVP Rising All-Star, Inter-Ac Challenge Middle School All-Star, CCLA U15 undefeated champions
Academic honors, service projects: 1st Honor Roll, Student Athlete Award, Citizenship Award
What will you major in/study? Business
Why did you choose this school? “It has a great school atmosphere, coaching staff, and family feeling everywhere on campus. It is a great place to continue my academic and athletic career.”
Outlook for 2017 HS season? “I hope to contribute in any way.”
People to thank: “I would like to thank my brother, Nick, my parents and the rest of my siblings; coach Doyle, coach Glavin, coach Conners, coach McFarlane, and coach Hayes.”
Other schools considered: UPenn, Maryland, Michigan
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