By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 7/12/17
Garnet Valley 2018 defender Gilliam Umstead has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Albright College.
Gillian Umstead profile:
High school: Garnet Valley High School, Pennsylvania
Grad year: 2018
Position: Defense
College committed to: Albright College
Club team: Quaker City Lacrosse Club
Academic honors: National Honor Society
Expected major: Business
Why did you choose Albright? “I visited Albright on many occasions over the course of a year and after visiting some other schools, seeing my sister’s experiences, and getting to know the team, it really seemed like a perfect fit, both academically and athletically.”
Thank You: “I’d like to thank my coach, George Dick, for everything that he has taught me; my cross country coach, Cecelia Tang, for teaching me to push my limits; and my parents and siblings, for always being there for me and making lacrosse such a big part of our family.”
Other schools considered: Juniata College, Goucher College
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