By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 8/31/14

Salesianum School 2015 attackman/midfielder Andrew (AJ) Witherell has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Washington and Lee University.

Andrew (AJ) Witherell log:

Andrew (AJ) Witherell

High School: Salesianum School (DE)

Graduation Year: 2015

Position: Attackman/Midfielder

College choice: Washington and Lee University (ConnectLAX college profile)

Club Affiliation: NXT Lacrosse

Lacrosse Honors: Jake Reed Nike Blue Chip, BSK All-Star, First Team All-State, UNC All-Star 2014, Brine National All-America PA 2013, All PhillyLacrosse.com DE Team, 2014

Academic Honors: National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, Dean’s List, Student Council 2014

Intended major: Undecided, but would like to attend Law or Med school

Why did you choose your school: “My top priority was choosing a school with a strong academic profile and a well-respected lacrosse program, regardless of its Division. W&L puts the appropriate emphasis on academics and athletics and I feel that in the long run, I will be able to make an impact on the field, in the classroom and in the future by attending W&L. When I visited, I loved the campus and everyone there was welcoming. I am especially appreciative of Coach (Gene) McCabe’s confidence in my abilities.”

Thoughts on the past HS season and outlook for next year: “We had a good season last year with an unfortunate loss in the state championship. We have a strong senior class that is ready to lead the team back to the state championship to reclaim the trophy.”

Other comments: “I would like to thank my parents and family for all that they have provided me. I would also like to thank all my coaches: Coach Healy and Coach Plews from Salesianum; my middle school coach, Coach Duncan; Coach Kupp, Coach Manney, Coach Hayes, and Coach Deckelbaum from NXT. A special thanks to Dan Deckelbaum for the individual training throughout my high school career. Also, a thanks to Coach Mosier (soccer) for being understanding and supportive of the two-sport athletic process.”

Other schools considered: Dartmouth, Richmond, Swarthmore, Amherst

Maplezone Sports Institute, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates AJ Witherell. 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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