By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 2/26/16

Glen Ridge (N.J.) 2017 midfielder Colleen Grady has mader a verbal commitment to play Division I lacrosse at Drexel University.

Colleen Grady profile:

Colleen Grady

High School: Glen Ridge, N.J.

Graduation Year: 2017

Position: Midfield

College Choice: Drexel University

Club Affiliation: Metro Magic

Major lacrosse honors, camps and showcases: NJSIAA Group 1 All State 3rd Team, Super Essex Conference 1st Team, NJIGIL 2nd Team All Stars and Stripes

What will you major in/study? Undecided

Why did you choose this school? “I like the inner city feel of the school. I think it is a good fit for me academically and athletically. And I love the coaching staff.”

HS team’s outlook for 2016 season? “We will have a young team this year, but I think if we all work hard we can surprise a lot of people and put up a solid fight in the county and state tournaments.”

People to thank: “I would like to thank my parents, Coach Larkin and all of my teammates for believing in me and pushing me to become the best athlete I can be.”

Other schools considered: Rutgers, George Mason, Monmouth

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