By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 11/9/14
Marple Newtown 2016 defenseman Steve Viola has made a verbal commitment to play Division I lacrosse at Marist College.
Steve Viola log:
High School: Marple Newtown
Graduation Year: 2016
Position: Defenseman
College Choice: Marist College
Club Affiliation: HEADstrong Blue
Major lacrosse honors, camps and showcases: Starter on varsity since freshmen year, nominated captain as a sophomore and junior, three All-Star game appearances during the summer, Honorable Mention All-Delco and Central League
What will you major in/study? History/education
Why did you choose school? “I chose Marist for many different reasons. Academically, it was perfect for me. They have excellent history programs and education programs, for I want to be a teacher when I grow older and knowing that made my decision a lot easier. Coach (Keegan) Wilkinson and Coach (Mike) Gongas made me feel very comfortable on my visit and showed that they’re a top lacrosse program getting better and better each year!”
Outlook for your High School team? “We return 80% of our players this year. if we work hard day in and day out we will be a force in the Central League.”
Other comments: “I would like to thank my parents for spending their time/money watching me play lacrosse and always supporting me with my choices. I would like to thank my coaches, Coach Miller and Coach Neary for helping me through the recruiting process. And a very special shoutout to my older brother, Greg, who helps me out with everything I need with this sport. He is my role model and I am very grateful to have an awesome brother like you.”
Maplezone Sports Institute, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates Steve Viola. MSI is located on Conchester Highway (Rt. 322) in Garnet Valley, offering lacrosse and sports performance training for boys and girls. From summer and fall club teams to camps, clinics, tournaments and leagues, let MSI be your one stop training facility. Visit us at maplezone.com/lacrosse or contact jmurray@maplezone.com.
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