By Chris Goldberg
TopLaxrecruits.com, Posted 2/20/13
Newton North (MA) junior midfielder Shannon Fitzgerald has made a verbal commitment to play Division I lacrosse at Johns Hopkins University.
Shannon Fitzgerald ledger:
High School: Newton North High School
Graduation Year: 2014
Position: Midfield
College Choice: Johns Hopkins University
Club Affiliation: Revolution Lacrosse 2014 Black
Major lacrosse honors: 2012 Lower New England National Tournament Team; 2012 UnderArmour Underclassman New England Team; 2012 Eastern Mass Girls Lacrosse Coaches Assoc. 2nd Team All-Star 1st Team Bay State Conference All-Star
What will you major in/study? Most likely Psychology
Why did you choose the school? “I love the program, the culture, the great academic institution and of course, the new Cordish Lacrosse Center!”
What is your HS team’s outlook for next season? “I am unsure at the moment. The last two years we were strong with matching 13-5 records. This past year we made it to the Division 1 South Sectional quarterfinals losing to Notre Dame Academy. In addition, we had four key seniors leave. We’ll have a much younger team this year.”
Thank Yous: “My parents have been my biggest supporters and have worked very closely with me over the years to help prepare me for the next level. My club coach, Lukas Cash and the entire Revolution Lacrosse staff have been tremendous in the college recruiting process and preparing me to be a great teammate.”
Other schools considered? Georgetown, Maryland, Florida, Boston College,
