By Chris Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 10/26/14

Sparta (N.J.) 2017 midfielder Jack Valentine has made a verbal commitment to play Division I lacrosse at the University of Vermont.

Jack Valentine ledger:

High School: Sparta High School, N.J.

Graduation Year: 2017

Position: Midfield

College Choice: University of Vermont (ConnectLAX college profile)

Club Affiliation: NJ Riot

Major lacrosse honors, All-Star teams, Camps, Showcases: Top 205, Fab Frosh, Blue Chip 225 All-star game.

Academic honors, service projects: HOBY leadership award nominee, Honor roll student

What will you major in/study? Undecided

Why did you choose the school? “I chose Vermont because I felt like it best fit me for athletics as well as academics. It also has an awesome campus.”

HS team’s outlook for 2015 season?“The 2015 season is looking great. We lost a lot of seniors but we have a very talented team this season with lots of young talent.”

Thank You: “I’d like to thank all the people and coaches who have opened up opportunities for me as well as anyone who has helped me accomplish my goals along the way and supported me.”

Other schools considered? Providence, Hobart

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