By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 12/24/18

Radnor 2020 midfield/defender Melissa Massimino has made a verbal commitment to play Division I lacrosse at Georgetown University.

Melissa Massimino profile:

Melissa Massimino

High school: Radnor High School, PA

Grad year: 2020

Position: midfield/ defense

College committed to: Georgetown University

Club team: STEPS Philly

Lacrosse honors: Philly Team 3, 2 year varsity starter, state champion team 2017

Academic honors: National Honors Society, 3.9 GPA

Expected major: undecided

Why did you choose Georgetown? “I chose Georgetown because I love the dynamic of the coaches, players and academics and it’s the perfect distance away from home. My sister is currently a senior captain there so I have a good feel for the school and the team.”

HS team’s 2019 outlook: “Although it will be challenging to move into the bigger school division for playoffs, I believe it is a perfect year to be doing so. We are an experienced team this year with more confidence.”

Thank You: “I would like to thank Brooke Fritz for helping me. Also, my parents for being my biggest supporters and helping me through my decision. Lastly, my sisters for showing me what a D1 athlete is and growing me into the player I am today.”

Other schools considered: Villanova University and University of Notre Dame

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