Ward Melville (NY) goaltender Moore decides on his college destination
One of the catalysts behind Ward Melville’s consensus national championship season and New York Class A state title in 2013 was the play of Dan Nemirov. A three-year starting goaltender for the Patriots, Nemirov is now a freshman at Cornell University. So one of the main questions surrounding WM entering a brand-new season is the […]
Darien (CT) 2014 defensive standout Gifford finds perfect mix of academics, athletics
Kyle Gifford knew what he was looking for in a college program. Namely, one that provided top-notch lacrosse and outstanding academics. The senior defenseman at Darien High School (Conn.) found what he was looking for in Washington & Lee, a commitment first reported on LaxLessons.com’s Lacrosse Insider premium coverage section. The 5-foot-11, 175-pound Gifford, a […]
Blair Academy (NJ) attackman Marcus makes Franklin & Marshall his choice
If you’ve been following the reports from our LaxLessons.com Lacrosse Insider newsroom, you know it’s been a busy stretch for commitments from New Jersey. We now bring you another. It comes from Blair Academy 2014 attackman Griffin Marcus, who has decided on Division III power Franklin & Marshall, a commitment first reported when it was […]
Greenwich (CT) Wilson finds selecting best college fit is an exact science
Renwick Wilson’s college decision came down to more than lacrosse. A lot more. “I want to attend a college that is dedicated to improving the environment while also providing a superior education in the sciences,” said the senior at Greenwich High School (Conn.). Wilson found what he was looking for in Oberlin College in Ohio. […]
Ridgewood (NJ) multi-dimensional attackman Smith headed to Hobart
The attack position is synonymous with scoring. But Owen Smith realizes there’s more to the position than that. Much more. “I’m most proud of my 44 ground balls and 14 caused turnovers last season,” said the senior at Ridgewood High School (N.J.). Smith’s versatility is a direct result of his upbringing. “A few of us […]
Ramapo HS (NJ) standout Karsian will head south to Stevenson
Kyle Karsian hopes to start the 2014 varsity season the way he ended the 2013 campaign. The rising senior attackman at Ramapo High School (N.J.) had five goals and three assists in a 14-5 playoff win over River Dell in the Raiders’ second-to-the-last game. Karsian finished the varsity season with 20 goals and 20 assists. […]
Greenwich (CT) midfielder Saleeby will takes his speed, shot to Dickinson
Lacrosse is a fast-paced game. That suits Sam Saleeby just find. The athletic midfielder from Greenwich High School (Conn.) thrives in unsettled situations, using his speed to set up his shot. “Sam is one of the best pure shooters I have on my team,” Greenwich coach Scott Bulkley said. Needless to say, those type of […]
There’s lots more to ‘rock star’ goaltender Chung than lacrosse
Since moving from midfield to goaltender in seventh grade, Nate Chung has loved everything about his new position on the lacrosse field. He’s developed so much so, in fact, that the junior at Ramapo High School in New Jersey is looking forward to continuing to play the game at the College of Holy Cross. But […]
Ledwin on verbal to Hopkins: ‘It’s almost like winning the lottery’
Off the field, Matt Ledwin is a versatile and well-rounded person. “He has approached his studies with the same passion he does his lacrosse,” said coach Craig Solomon of Hen Hud, where Ledwin is preparing for his junior season on the Sailors’ varsity squad. But on the field, Ledwin is focused on faceoffs. His exceptional […]
Report from New England Top 150
The temperature is not the only thing heating up, folks. So too are things on the recruiting scene. We’ve been providing reports from various showcase events the last few weeks. Next up: the 17th annual New England Top 150 in Portsmouth, R.I.
