By Chris Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 11/30/13
Episcopal Academy (PA) junior twins Lily (midfield/attack) and Jane (midfield) Crager have made verbal commitments to play Division I lacrosse at the University of Michigan.
Lily and Jane Crager ledgers:
High school: Episcopal Academy, Newtown Square, PA
Graduation year: 2015
Position: Lily – midfield/attack; Jane – Midfield
College choice: Both University of Michigan
Club affiliation: Both Ultimate PA
Major lacrosse honors:
Lily – Inter-Ac Championship 2013, PAISSA Championship 2013
Jane – Inter-Ac Champs 2013, PAISSA Championship 2013, All Inter-Ac Honorable Mention, Groundball Award
What will you major in/study: Both undecided
Why did you choose school:
Lily – “Michigan is a perfect balance of athletics and academics. As soon as I stepped on campus it felt like home. I am excited to help create a new tradition of lacrosse at a school with such an amazing history as Michigan. Go Blue!”
Jane – “What could you not like about Michigan? Ann Arbor is amazing, the academics carry a nation wide reputation, the coaches and players are energetic, and the athletic department is among the best in the country. For me, Michigan exceeded everything I could ever want in a college!”
Outlook for your high school team:
Lily – “This year looks promising for Episcopal. We lost a lot of seniors, but with the help of our new head coach, we are sure defend our league championship. I am looking forward to it!”
Jane – “Episcopal lacrosse has a tradition of success and I don’t think this year will be an exception. With a new head coach and a really skilled group of girls, I am excited to see what this team can do! And I can’t wait to represent EA lacrosse at Michigan!”
Thank You:
Lily – “I would like to thank my parents, who helped me throughout the process and introduced me to the game. They are my biggest fans and without them none of this would have been possible. Also, I would like to thank Michele DeJuliis; she is an awesome coach and my greatest advocate. Finally, I’d like to thank Coach Duck, Coach Chelsea Rosiek and Coach Vos Strache for their tremendous help and support!”
Jane – “A big thank you to my mom and dad, they have been with me every step of the way. I love them! Also thank you to Coach DeJuliis, Coach VosStrache, and Coach Duck. They are not only my biggest supporters, but also great role models!”
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