By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 11/17/11

Henderson senior midfielder/defenseman Jacob Richard has signed a National letter of Intent to play Division I lacrosse at Marquette University.

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Jacob Richard signs his Letter of Intent to play at Marquette with his parents, Dave and Suzanne

High School: Henderson

Graduation Year: 2012

Position: midfielder/defenseman

College Choice: Marquette

Club Affiliation: HEADstrong

Major lacrosse honors: First Team Ches-Mont, EPSLA Showcase, 2011

Academic honors: National Honors Society

What will you major in/study? Undecided

Other info: Was starting quarterback on undefeated Ches-Mont football champions this fall.

Why did you choose school? “I chose Marquette because it’s a Jesuit school with great opportunities for leadership and service and it’s a chance to strengthen my faith. Also, I love the fact that it’s a new program and gives our team an opportunity to start a whole new era in the lacrosse world.”

What is your HS team’s outlook for next year? “We are looking to have a lot of fun. We have a lot of returning starters and lost only one senior so our goal is to win the Ches-Mont.”

Other comments: First and foremost, I want to thank God for the blessing he’s given me. I want to thank my parents for supporting me through everything. Lastly, the HEADstrong organization for allowing me to play lacrosse while honoring such a great cause.”

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