Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 11/5/19
West Deptford (NJ) 2021 attackman/midfielder Antonia Gismondi has made a verbal commitment to play Division I lacrosse at Virginia Commonwealth University.
Antonia Gismondi profile:
High school: West Deptford High School (West Deptford, NJ)
Grad year: 2021
Positions: Attack, Midfield
College committed to: Virginia Commonwealth University
Club team: All American Aim
Lacrosse honors: WPLL Futures representing New Jersey 2018, 2019; Under Armor Callback Academy 2019
Academic honors: Consecutive Honor Roll Student 2018, 2019; National Honors Society; Key Club
Expected major: Psychology
Why did you choose Virginia Commonwealth? “I chose VCU because as soon as I stepped onto campus it felt like home. The coaching staff and girls on the team were so welcoming and I felt very comfortable around them. I was instantly drawn to the positive environment.”
Is there anything else you would like to share? “A huge thank you goes out to my club lacrosse coach, Katie Lee, for her guidance throughout this process. And of course, thank you to my high school coaches, and my parents and twin sister.”
What other colleges did you consider? Richmond, Davidson, Pittsburgh, Hofstra
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