By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 6/30/16

Shipley School 2017 attackman Frank Campanale has made a commitment to play Division III lacrosse at Messiah College.

Frank Campanale profile:

Frank Campanale

High School: Shipley School

Graduation Year: 2017

Position: Attack

College Choice: Messiah College

Club Affiliation: Peixtin Warhawks

Major lacrosse honors: 4 year starter, National Showcase 2014, FLG Legit Invitee, Encore Lacrosse Ecuador Cultural Immersion Trip 2015

What will you major in/study? Biochemistry

Why did you choose this school? “I chose Messiah because I loved how comfortable I felt on campus. As soon as I got there it was like I was home. I also love the religious aspect; I’m Catholic and it’s very nice to be able to pursue my religion alongside my college education. I also love that the lacrosse team is so close, the teammates are like a family and that’s something I want in my college experience.”

2016 HS season highlights/outlook for 2017? “Our team went 9-9, and as a senior on offense I’d like to be able to help lead the team to a more successful season.”

People to thank: “I want to thank my High School coaches, Mark Duncan and Dave Rauch; as well as Jacob Ashton, Coach AJ, my grandparents for helping my family out; my parents for sticking with me and pushing me; and Coach George Gagliardi, who taught me the foundations of lacrosse as well as helped me find my passion.”

Other schools considered: Endicott College, CNU, Elizabethtown, Rhodes College, Widener

Maplezone Sports Institute, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates Frank Campanale. 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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