By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 12/5/17
Villa Maria Academy 2019 attack Sarah Delaney has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Franklin and Marshall College.
Sarah Delaney profile:
High school: Villa Maria Academy, Malvern, PA
Grad year: 2019
Position: Attack
College committed to: Franklin & Marshall College
Club team: Philly Blast
Lacrosse honors: Varsity Lacrosse, 2016 JV Team MVP, Brine National Classic 2015 PA Team
Academic honors: Honor Roll
Expected major: Business
why did you choose F&M? “I chose F & M for its strong academics and awesome athletic program. I knew I wanted a smaller school and I loved the feel of the campus. Coach (Mike) Faith, the coaching staff and the players always made me feel right at home when I visited. I am so thankful to Coach Faith for giving me this opportunity and I can’t wait to play for such a great lacrosse program.”
HS team’s 208 outlook: “We had an awesome season last year. Our goal for 2018 season is to continue to build on what we accomplished last season. We have the coaches and players to make this happen. I am excited to get started this spring.”
Thank You: “I would like to thank my Club Coach, Josie Ferri Tomaino, for her guidance and support throughout the recruiting process and for always pushing me to be my best; my High School Coaches, Allie Mongan Sweeney and George Hopson, who made me believe in myself and pushed me out of my comfort zone which helped me take my game to the next level. To my Philly Blast and Villa teammates, playing with you has made me a better player and teammate. I love playing with all of you! And finally, I would like to thank my parents; I would not be where I am today without all of your support and guidance. Thank you for be being my biggest supporters!”
Other schools considered: Quinnipiac, SFU, Gettysburg
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