By K.I. Goldberg
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 4/24/14
John Burroughs School (MO) sophomore midfielder Barrett Carlson has made a verbal commitment to the admissions process of Yale University.
Barrett Carlson ledger:
High School: John Burroughs School, St. Louis, Missouri
Graduation Year: 2016
Position: Midfield
College Choice: Yale University
Club Affiliation: Eagle Stix Atlanta
Major lacrosse honors: Under Armour Uncommitted Game (2013); Elite 120 (2014, 2013); Northstar Invitational (2013, 2012); LacrosseRecruits Featured Five-Northstar Invitational (2013); MO22 team (2013); Fellowship of Christian Athletes national team (2012)
Academic Honors: Le Grand Concours, National French exam, 6th place in nation
What will you major in/study? Undecided
Why did you choose Yale? “I chose Yale because it is the perfect combination of outstanding academics and amazing lacrosse. The coaches are incredibly supportive and kind, and I fell in love with Yale as soon as I stepped on campus!”
HS team’s outlook for the season? “Burroughs is returning many players and we hope to have a great season. We made it to the semifinals in the State playoffs last year, so we are looking to come back stronger with the goal of winning State this year.”
Thank You: “I would like to thank my club coaches, Tim Godby and Matt Snyder, for their immense assistance throughout the entire recruiting process and for allowing me to be where I am today. I also want to thank my high school coaches, Meghan DiGiulio and Megan Long, for their encouragement and help.
“I also wish to thank Coach (Anne) Phillips, Coach (Tanya) Kotowicz and Coach (Ashley) Casiano, for being extremely supportive and believing in me as a player. Finally, thank you to my parents and brother for their love and help throughout the process.”
Other schools considered: Vanderbilt, Ohio State, Northwestern, Georgetown, Brown
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