By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 10/29/11
Episcopal Academy senior midfielder Sam Lawlor has made a commitment to play Division III lacrosse at Amherst College and begin the admissions process.
Sam Lawlor log:
High school: Episcopal Academy
Graduation year: 2012
Position: Midfield
College choice: Amherst College
Club affiliation: HEADstrong
Major lacrosse honors: 2nd Team All Inter Ac, HM All Maine Line, King of the Hill All Star, Philly Showcase Fab 40, EPSLA Showcase. Captain of soccer and winter track teams.
What will you major in/study? Sciences
Why did you choose school? “Coach Thompson and his staff have put together an unbelievably attractive program at Amherst. Once I visited, I immediately fell in love with the school; its academics, athletics and beautiful setting. I can’t wait to get going.”
Outlook for your high school team: “Last year as a young team we played one of the toughest schedules around. We’re battle tested now and ready to compete for an Inter-Ac championship with a strong core of seniors.”
Other comments: “I would like to thank my Episcopal Academy coaches Andy Hayes and Brian McDermott, as well as my HEADstrong coaches Mike Colleluori and Brett Moyer. Both Episcopal and HEADstrong were terrific in helping me.”
