By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 11/24/12
Strath Haven junior defender/midfielder Brianna “Bri” Irons has made a commitment to begin the admissions process at Brown University.
Brianna Irons log:
High School: Strath Haven High School
Graduation Year: 2014
Position: Defense/Midfield
College Choice: (admissions process at) Brown University
Club Affiliation: STEPS Elite Philadelphia
Major lacrosse honors: Philly National Tournament Team #3 2012, All Delaware County 2012 Honorable Mention, member of 2012 PIAA state finalist, Philly Lacrosse Showcase 2010 Freshman/Sophomore All-star Team
Academic honors: National Honors Society 2012, Highest Honor Roll 2010, 2011
What will you major in/study? Undecided
Why did you choose the school? “I love Brown’s campus and location in Providence. The academic opportunity is amazing, along with the athletic community there. I’ve enjoyed getting to know the lacrosse program and I can’t wait to experience it myself!”
What is your HS team’s outlook for next season? “After seeing our strong finish last year and making it to the state finals, I’m really excited for this upcoming season. We have a lot of strong starters returning and I think we’ll see some younger girls step up.”
Other comments: “The biggest thanks to my mom and my dad! They’ve made everything I choose to do possible and walk through it with me. Thank you to all my friends and family who’ve supported me. Thank you to my club coach, Brooke Fritz, and my high school coaches, Rachel Busza and Laura Patton! Shout out to my Apex Panthers, STEPS girls and Rebecca Robbins. Also, thanks be to God.”
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