By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 5/7/15

Archbishop Ryan High School 2015 defenseman Jason Higgins has made a commitment to play Division III lacrosse at Widener University.

Jason Higgins ledger:

Jason Higgins

Position: Defense

High School: Archbishop Ryan High School

Graduation Year: 2015

College Choice: Widener University

Club Affiliation: Dukes

Lacrosse Honors:
Archbishop Ryan Team MVP 2013
175 Showcase
Maryland Showcase
Philly All-American Try Outs
3x All-Catholic
2014 & 15 Unanimous 1st Team Defense
2015 Team Def MVP

What will you major in/study? Physical Therapy

Why did you choose Widener? “I wanted to stay close to home and I can tell there is a bright future at Widener and will be a good fit for me.”

Thoughts on this season? “We have a lot of potential this season with a number of returning starters, so our goal is to compete for a Catholic League Championship.”

Thank You: “Thank you to my parents for putting in the time and money taking me to tournaments and supporting me throughout my high school career. Also, my Uncle Paul Taylor who has had a huge impact on lacrosse in NE Philadelphia and is the reason I’m the player I am today.

“Thank you to all my coaches at Ryan (Steve Pape, Fred Bottone, Ryan Gardner, Jerry McGinley) who have taught me well and helped me grow into a better player each year.

“Finally, the Dukes Lacrosse Club and everyone involved for all their help and support giving me an opportunity to play with the best players and work with the best coaches.”

Maplezone Sports Institute, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates Jason Higgins. MSI is located on Conchester Highway (Rt. 322) in Garnet Valley, offering Offering private, group, and team training. Training programs are made for each individual skill set and player. Please contact Cory Malampy at cmalampy@maplezone.com 610-358-5500 ext 21

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