By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 4/18/17
Delaware County Christian School 2018 defender Braedyn Thompson has been named the Pansini Law Group Scholar-Athlete of the Week.
Braedyn Thompson (Delaware County Christian School)
The award recognizes senior and junior lacrosse players that excel in academics, service and athletics.
Thompson, Braedyn Profile:
School: Delaware County Christian School
Year: 2018
Position: Low defense
Extracurricular Activities:
Flute
Soccer
Lacrosse
Community/ Service Organizations:
Volunteer at Church of the Saviour in the nursery and orchestra
Worked at Philabundance
Help with a bible study for 7th grade girls
Student Ambassador
Academic honors/awards:
Highest Honor roll
National Honor Society
What are your college and future goals?
Thompson: “I hope to go into the medical field and work as either a nurse, a physician’s assistant or an athletic trainer.
How do you describe leadership?
Thompson: “Leadership is setting a good example of work ethic, attitude, and servitude both on and off the field for your teammates. A leader should be willing to help wherever help is needed and be someone who can be counted on to step up whenever necessary.”
How do you balance lacrosse, school, and extracurriculars?
Thompson: “Staying busy helps me stay on top of my work because it forces me to be purposeful about setting time aside for my homework.”
High school coaches from Philly, Delaware, South Jersey, or the Lehigh Valley may nominate a player (junior or senior) for the Pansini Law Group Scholar-Athlete of the Week by e-mailing us at golax@phillylacrosse.com