By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 4/3/17
Governor Mifflin High School 2018 defense Jess Rogers has made a verbal commitment to play Division II lacrosse at Georgian Court University.
Jess Rogers profile:
High School: Governor Mifflin High School
Position: Defense
Graduation Year: 2018
College Choice: Georgian Court University
Club Team: Ultimate Lacrosse
Lacrosse Honors: Berks Defense Honorable Mention 2015, Berks All-Division II 2016, Brine All-American 2016, Central PA National Tournament 2017
Academic Honors: National Honors Society, Top 10% of Class, Honor Roll
Expected Major: Exercise Science
Why did you choose Georgian Court? “I love how easily I fit in with the team and how fun and determined Coach (Amy) Rizzo is. I also liked the small campus and class sizes.”
HS team’s outlook for 2017 season? “We have a lot of younger kids stepping up for us, and I think this season is going to go great if we keep working hard.”
Thank You: “Thank you to my parents for always supporting me with all my sports and decisions and putting their time into taking me to all my games and tournaments. Also, thank you to my high school coach, Coach Allen, for continuing to help me become a stronger player and person.”
Other schools considered: Wofford, Drexel, Lasalle, Pace, St. Francis
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