By K.I. Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 2/16/16

Westlake High School (TX) 2016 midfielder Jake Guarino has made a verbal commitment to play Division I lacrosse at Bucknell University.

Jake Guarino profile:

High School: Westlake High School, TX

Graduation Year: 2016

Position: Midfield

College Choice: Bucknell University

Club Affiliations: Iron Horse, Dallas Select

Lacrosse Honors: UNC Team Camp All-Star, Elite 100 All-Star, Philly Showcase Standout, Lehigh Valley Showcase All-Star, NXT Southern Showcase All-Star, Texas Top 99 All-Star

What will you major in/study? Government/ Economics

Why did you choose Bucknell? “Bucknell is everything I ever wanted in a school. The players are welcoming, the professors welcoming, and the coaching staff is one of the best in the business. When I went on campus for my overnight I felt immediately at home walking the grounds and meeting people around the school.”

HS team’s outlook for 2016 season? “We look really good. Ranked the #5 team in the Stickstar magazine’s preseason power ranking. We start back up right where we finished last year. We’re ready to change the way the state looks at Westlake lacrosse and to leave our mark on the program.”

Thank You: “First and foremost my family. They’ve stuck with me through the good times and bad-and there were a lot of bad times. Two ACL tears in 9th and 10th grade made it hard to keep focused on my goals. Their encouragement and support kept me going when all I wanted to do was quit. Coaches Saunders, Delfausse, Crimmins, and Surran all molded me into the player I am today.”

Other schools considered: Furman, St. Joseph’s

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