By K.I. Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 11/24/14

Father Gabriel Richard High School (MI) 2015 attackman Matt Johnson has signed a National Letter of Intent to play Division II lacrosse at the University of Indianapolis.

Matt Johnson ledger:

High School: Father Gabriel Richard High School, Ann Arbor, MI

Graduation Year: 2015

Position: Attack

College Choice: University of Indianapolis (starts NCAA play in 2016 season)

Club Affiliation: GBL Lacrosse

Lacrosse Honors: 3rd team All-State 2 years, 1st Team All-State 1 year, All-Catholic Honors 2 years, All-League Honors 1 years, Wolverine War All-Star team 2 years, Baltimore Summer Kickoff All-Star Team, Denver Shootout All-Star Team

What will you major in/study? Nursing

Why did you choose Indy? “I chose Indianapolis because of the sense of family and commitment. Coach (Greg) Stocks really showed that he wanted me to come to UIndy and be a part of what he is trying to build.”

Outlook for 2015 HS season? “FGR’s team is looking solid, we have a lot of returning players that have played at the varsity level. We also have some new faces that will definitely contribute to the team.”

Thank You: “I would like to thank first and foremost my parents, they have been on this journey of mine since the beginning and just never questioned my ability to succeed. They were always there to encourage me and push me to be better, not just as a player but as a man. I love you guys!

“I would also like to thank, everyone in the FGR community. Everyone there from my lacrosse and football coaches to the A.D. and all the fans, they have always given me their full support and believed in me and I cannot thank them enough!”

Other schools considered: University of Tampa

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