By K.I. Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 10/13/17

O’Fallon Township High School (IL) 2018 midfielder Andrew Smith has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Rhodes College.

Andrew Smith profile:

High School: O’Fallon Township High School, Illinois

Position: Midfield

Graduation Year: 2018

College Choice: Rhodes College

Club Team: Cincy Royals

Lacrosse Honors: MSLA 1st Team All-Conference, MSLA 2nd Team All-State, New England Top 150

Academic Honors/Service: National Honors Society, French Honors Society, Air Force Teen Council, Air Reserve Component Teen Council

Expected Major: Political Economics

Why did you choose Rhodes? “Academically and geographically, it’s great fit. The school is in a large city and the course work is rigorous.”

HS team’s outlook for 2018 season? “It’s going to be a big year. We didn’t graduate too many upperclassmen last year, and we have a lot of seniors coming up. We’re meshing together nicely.”

Thank You: “There are so many people I need to thank because my family has moved so much. Coaches Brett Leveillee and Mike Moseman taught me how to play the sport and have been great mentors. Coaches Graham Harden and Nick Greiwe showed me the ins and outs of recruiting. Coach Jim McIntyre, my current high school coach took me in with open arms when I moved to Illinois. He was instrumental in guiding me through the most crucial part of the recruiting process.

“The biggest thanks goes to my family. They’ve spent countless nights and resources driving to and from tournaments and showcases to support me and get me seen. They’ve been my biggest proponents since I started playing.”

Other schools considered: Elmhurst College

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