By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 12/10/18

Abington 2019 goalie Ellie Hughes has committed to play Division II lacrosse at West Chester University.

Ellie Hughes profile:

Ellie Hughes

High school: Abington, PA

Grad year: 2019

Position: Goalie

College committed to: West Chester University

Club team: STEPS Elite Philly

Lacrosse honors: Suburban One American Honorable Mention

Expected major: Undecided

Why did you choose West Chester? “West Chester was a good match for me. I felt at home when I was on campus. I also wanted to be on a team that was competitive and would push me to be better in all aspects of the game.”

HS team’s 2019 outlook: “I am extremely excited for senior season. I see us doing very well. We have a talented group of players returning. This off season we have been pushing ourselves, spending a lot of time emphasizing on the little things, and improving our game. I can’t wait to be on the field with my teammates in a few months.”

Thank You: “A huge thank you to my parents and siblings for being my #1 supporters. Thanks to my coaches – Jim Joseph, Greg Wilson, and Peter Vanburen – for persuading me to play goalie in 8th grade; Alisha Aquilino for laying the foundation; and Brooke Fritz, Jamie Fitzgerald, and Mary Liz Klepper for pushing me to play better and helping with the recruiting process. The biggest thanks to my teammates.”

Longstreth Women’s Sports, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com girls’ recruits, congratulates Ellie Hughes. Longstreth specializes in equipment, uniforms and apparel for women’s sports. Longstreth carries a huge selection of all the best women’s heads, handles, goalie gear and player accessories – including shoes and apparel. Visit longstreth.com for directions and information.

Tags: Abington, West Chester