By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 8/22/16
Iona Prep (N.Y.) 2018 defenseman/LSM Jonathan Oronzio has made a verbal commitment to play Division I lacrosse at St. Joseph’s University.
Jonathan Oronzio profile:
High School: Iona Prep, N.Y.
Graduation Year: 2018
Position: DEF/LSM
College Choice: Saint Joseph’s University
Club Affiliation: Express North
Major lacrosse honors: USL U15 National All-Tournament team, NY Section 1 All-Section
What will you major in/study? Business
Why did you choose this school? “The coaching staff, school size, competitive lacrosse and academics were the main factors in my decision.”
Outlook for 2017 HS season? “We have a lot of talent and a solid under class. Once the season gets going we won’t have too many weak spots.”
People to thank: “I’d like to thank my Club Director, Chris Schreiber, and my club coaches. I’d like to thank my former coaches at Byram Hills High School. I’d like to thank my High School Coach, Rick Trizano. I’d also like to thank Rob Anderson for introducing me to a competitive lacrosse environment. I’d like to thank all my teammates for always being supportive. But most of all I’d like to thank my parents and siblings for everything they’ve done to help me in my recruiting process.”
Other schools considered: Holy Cross, Providence, Colgate and Fairfield
Maplezone Sports Institute, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates Jonathan Oronzio. MSI is located on Conchester Highway (Rt. 322) in Garnet Valley.
