By K.I. Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 9/1/16

Marple Newtown High School (PA) 2017 midfielder Alex Funk has made a verbal commitment to play Division I lacrosse at Robert Morris University.

Player Name: Alex Funk profile:

High School: Marple Newtown High School, PA

Graduation Year: 2017

Position: Midfield

College Choice: Robert Morris University

Club Affiliation: Headstrong lacrosse club (2017)

Lacrosse Honors: NSCLA Select Showcase

What will you major in/study? Biomedical Engineering

Why did you choose RMU? “RMU is close to a big city like Pittsburgh for internships and a small roster for more playing time.”

Outlook for 2017 HS season? “Lead a playoff run for Marple Newtown.”

Thank You: “I’d like to thank my parents and all of my coaches throughout the years for both youth and high school leagues. Mainly Coach Tom Hannum, Coach John Kirk, Coach John Hochaus, coach Bill Holenstein and coach Keith Belson.”

Other schools considered: Rutgers, Franklin and Marshall, Villanova

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