By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 1/23/18
Episcopal Academy defender Isabelle (Izzy) Rohr has committed to the admissions process at the University of Pennsylvania.
Isabelle (Izzy) Rohr profile:
High school: Episcopal Academy, PA
Grad year: 2019
Position: Defense
College committed to: University of Pennsylvania (admissions process)
Club teams: Phantastix, Mesa
Lacrosse honors: US Lacrosse All- American 2017, First Team All Inter-Ac 2017, First Team all Phillylacrosse, All South Eastern PA, 2 time All-Delco, 2 time All Mainline, 2 time Under Armour lacrosse underclass selection, Inside lacrosse Top 25 Sophomores and Juniors, PASLA rookie of the year 2016, Nike Elite 120 selection, Top defender award 2017, MVP and All-Tournament team for Inside Lacrosse Mid-Atlantic event, Fab 40 All-Star
Academic honors: Honor Roll
Expected major: International Relations
Why did you choose Penn? “I chose Penn for its combination of excellent academics and a nationally ranked lacrosse program and coaching staff.”
HS team’s 2018 outlook: “We want to continue to build on our undefeated Inter-Ac champion season of 2017 and improve our national ranking.”
Thank You: “Most importantly, I would like to thank my high school lacrosse coach, Josie Ferri Tomaino. She has challenged me from the first day I walked on the field to be the best player and teammate I can be. She is an excellent teacher and mentor and her enthusiasm for the game is contagious. The EA lacrosse program continues to improve under her guidance.”
“Thank you to my Phantastix coaches and teammates for constantly encouraging me. I would also like to thank Coach Colleen Magarity for her inspiration, support, and guidance.
“Lastly, I would like to thank my mom and dad for always cheering me on and supporting my dream. I would like to thank my three brothers for introducing me to the sport of lacrosse and a special thank you to my brother Sam for encouraging me to play at his alma mater. ”
Other schools considered: Boston College, Northwestern, Princeton, Penn State
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