By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, posted 12/21/15
Hopewell Valley (N.J.) 2018 attackman Nolan Crognale has made a verbal commitment to play Division I lacrosse at Hofstra University.
Nolan Crognale profile:
High School: Hopewell Valley HS, N.J.
Graduation Year: 2018
Position: Attackman
College Choice: Hofstra University
Club Affiliation: NXT Lacrosse Club
Major lacrosse honors: 2015 Philly Showcase Fab 40
What will you major in/study? Undecided
Why did you choose this school? “Hofstra is a really good academic school, with a lot of different majors to choose from and it is so close to NY city. When I went to visit Hofstra I was so impressed with its facilities; they are top notch. I am really excited to play for Coach (Seth) Tierney.”
HS team’s outlook for 2016 season? “I think that Hopewell will have a good season this year. We are doing really well in our indoor league, and there seems to be be some really good new players coming up to help out our current upperclassman.”
Thank You: “Thanks to my parents for supporting me and traveling with me to all of my tournaments throughout the years; my High School Coach Mr. Siris for his support; Joey Sankey for helping me with extra workouts and training; my NXT coaches Podgajny, Mayberry, Arra, Kupprion and Manney for all of their wonderful coaching that really helped elevate my playing ability, and all of the guidance and support that they have shown me. Lastly, thanks to my NXT2018 teammates who are all very talented and such a fun group of guys to play with.”
Maplezone Sports Institute, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates Nolan Crognale. 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
