By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 12/18/15
Oak Hall School (FL) 2018 defenseman-LSM Thad Spiker has made a verbal commitment to play Division I lacrosse at Villanova University.
Thad Spiker profile:
Thad Spiker
High School: Oak Hall School, FL
Graduation Year: 2018
Position: D/LSM
College Choice: Villanova University
Club Affiliations: Florida Generals, Team Florida, Prep School Nationals
Lacrosse Honors: NXT Summer Southern Showcase All-Star, Prep School Lacrosse Showcase, NXT Philly Showcase, UNC Team Camp All-Star, Brine National Lacrosse Classic
What will you major in/study? Business
Why did you choose Villanova? “I chose Villanova University because of their great lacrosse program, excellent academics, and fantastic coaching staff. When I stepped on campus, I felt like it was the perfect place for me.”
HS team’s outlook for 2016 season? “Our goal is to win a sixth straight district championship to put us in the state playoff bracket. With a lot of returning seniors and plenty of young talent, we hope to make a run come playoff time.”
Thank You: “I would like to thank my parents for all the sacrifices they have made for me and my brother in allowing us to travel up and down the East Coast. Also, Oak Hall Coach Jonathan Montes for all the work he has put in to help us get to where we are today. Thank you to Coach Richard Gaddy for everything he has done and the rest of Oak Hall’s coaching staff for their support.”
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