By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 12/4/17
Bishop Shanahan 2018 midfielder James Lyons has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Widener University.
James Lyons profile:
High school: Bishop Shanahan, PA
Position: Midfield
Grad year: 2018
College committed to: Widener University
Club team: Black Bear
Lacrosse honors: Beast of the East All-Star, Ches-Mont Champions
Service: DECA
Expected major: Business Management
Why did you choose Widener? “I chose Widener because of the many opportunities it has to offer. They have a very good business program and the co-op program is a bonus as well. Also Coach (Jamie) Lockard has a great program, and he made me feel very welcomed on campus when I came to visit.”
HS team’s 2018 outlook: “We have a lot of talented upperclassmen this year. Our goal is to win the state championship.”
Thank You: “I would like to thank my parents for everything they have done for me since the beginning. I would also like to thank my high school and club coaches for getting me to this point.”
Other schools considered: Catholic, Scranton, Limestone, Mount Saint Mary’s.”
Main Line Sports Center, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates James Lyons. Main Line SC, located at 1340 Swedesford Road, Berwyn, PA, 19312, offers elite training and clinics for boys and girls as well as club programs for boys. Featuring 5 large indoor fields, we cater to sports teams and organizations looking for a practice facility with ample space and state of the art equipment. Our sports arena is available for organized practices and training sessions for all levels and ages of athlete. Due to the scale and layout of our facility, Main Line Sports Center can handle large practices, as well as Tournaments, special events and private parties for your group or team. Please contact the office at 610-640-1420 for information or access the Main Line website at http://mainlinesportscenter.com/