By Chris Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 6/27/14

IMG Academy National rising junior attackman Ben French has made a verbal commitment to play Division I lacrosse at the University of Vermont.

Ben French ledger:

High School: IMG Academy National, FL

Graduation Year: 2016

Position: attack

College Choice: University of Vermont (ConnectLAX college profile)

Club Affiliation: 3d Canada

Major lacrosse honors, All-Star teams, Camps, Showcases: Nike Blue Chip, Denver Shootout All-Star, Two time Canadian national box lacrosse champion with Team Ontario, Team Canada Box Lacrosse U17, Selected for Team Ontario field and box lacrosse, Ontario Box Lacrosse Provincial Champion

What will you major in/study? I am planning on studying business

Why did you choose the school? “I decided to commit to UVM for many reasons. Burlington, Vermont is a beautiful city with a great college atmosphere. One thing that set Vermont aside from all other schools for me was the coaching staff. Coach Curtis and the rest of the coaching staff was the main reason for my decision. They are very interested in Canadians and I can’t wait to be apart of their offence that incorporates the style of play which Canadians bring to the game.”

What are your thoughts on this past HS lacrosse season/team’s outlook for next season? “Last season was the first time IMG Academy competed in a national schedule. We played against some of the best teams in the country such as Deerfield Academy and Haverford School as well as Navy and Army Prep. I am very happy with our success as a team and we are hopping to have another great season!”

Thank You: “I am very thankful for our coaches at IMG; they do whatever they can to get us the most exposure possible.”

Other schools considered? Delaware, Towson, Marquette, and Michigan

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