1/30/2023 LAKE ZURICH, IL – Sophia Harcus, a junior defender from Lake Zurich High School in Illinois, is heading to Furman University in the recruiting class of 2028! Sophia, a 2x captain of the Lake Zurich Varsity Girls Lacrosse Team, was named Team MVP in 2022 and 2x All Conference 2x & All Sectional. Playing for her club team Lakeshore Lacrosse and in recruitinge events, Harcus was named IL Women Southwest Cup 2021 2024 Player to Watch, 2022 Under Armour All-American – Midwest Highlight, 2022 Nike Philly Showcase All-Star, 2022 Apex 60 All-Star, 2022 & 2023 Western Winners All-Star, and 2021 American Select Midwest Team.

In the classroom, Harcus is also turning heads and putting in the extra work! While maintaining an impressive 4.8/4.0 GPA, Sophia was named Social Studies Student of the Month November 2021, National Honor Society Member, Freshman Mentor, Member of the Super Intendant Student Advisory Committee, & Leader of Best Buddies.

Why did you choose Furman?: “I loved the campus and all the pretty greenery. Incredible academics, especially the Biology program. Very welcoming atmosphere with players and the coaches. Great training facilities.”

Who do you wish to thank for helping you achieve this honor?: “I want to thank my family, especially my dad, Teammates, and Coaches.”

Commit’s Name: Sophia Harcus
High School: Lake Zurich High School
Town/City: Lake Zurich
State/Province: IL
Grad year: 2024
College Committed to/Signed with: Furman University

Expected major: Biology/ Biomedical Sciences
Position: Defense
Club team: Lakeshore Lacrosse

Top Lax Recruits would like to congratulate Sophia on her commitment to Furman! Good luck this season and we look forward to following your career at the next level.