By Chris Goldberg
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 1/13/16
Manchester Valley (MD) 2016 attackman Colin Piper has made a commitment to play Division III lacrosse at Eastern University.
Colin Piper profile:
Colin Piper
High School: Manchester Valley High, MD
Graduation Year: 2016
Position: Attack
College Choice: Eastern University
Club Affiliations: Maryland Express, CMD (Central Maryland Lacrosse Club
Major lacrosse honors, camps and showcases: MSLCA Freestate Tryouts, 2nd Team All County, 3 year Varsity Starter, lead team in points and assists (2 years in a row)
What will you major in/study? Business Management – Finance and Marketing
Why did you choose this school? “It has a great campus and academics, I liked the team chemistry, and the coaching staff was honest and upfront. It felt like home.”
HS team’s outlook for 2016 season? “We are young but the team has always stood together, worked hard and improved. We have a tough county schedule but should compete with everyone on our schedule.
“We look forward to competing, putting in work, and getting better. BE THE BEST!”
People to thank: “I would like to thank my parents and family for their support and time running me to tryouts, practices, tournaments, and college visits. They always push me to be the best.
“Thanks to all my coaches for the lessons they have taught me.
“Thanks to Coach (Kevin) Wallace for seeing potential in me, recruiting me, and giving me the opportunity to continue competing at a high level. I look forward to playing for you.”
Other schools considered: Lebanon Valley, Alderson Broaddus, Virginia Wesleyan, Roanoke, Washington College
Maplezone Sports Institute, the official sponsor for Phillylacrosse.com boys’ recruits, congratulates Colin Piper. MSI is located on Conchester Highway (Rt. 322) in Garnet Valley, offering Offering private, group, and team training. Training programs are made for each individual skill set and player. Please contact Cory Malampy at cmalampy@maplezone.com 610-358-5500 ext 21