By K.I. Goldberg
BaltimoreLacrosseNews.com, Posted 9/15/12

Broadneck junior midfielder Madison Cassidy has made a verbal commitment to play Division I lacrosse at Winthrop University.

Madison Cassidy log:

Madison Cassidy

High School: Broadneck

Graduation year: 2014

Position: Midfield

College choice: Winthrop

Club affiliation: CCLAX

Major lacrosse honors: Crosseover Tour 2010/11, Captain JV High School Team

Academic honors: Honor Roll Student, Junior Board Member for “Fish For A Cure”

What will you major in/study? Undecided

Why did you choose Winthrop? “Great academic opportunities, Coaches (John) Sung, and (Amanda) Shimp, the campus and athletic facilities.”

What is your HS team’s outlook for next season? “We should advance pretty far into the playoffs.”

Other schools considered: Albany, Michigan, Furman, Towson, UMBC, U Delaware, George Mason, James Madison, Ohio State, Jacksonville

Additional comments: “Some of the coaches over the years that influenced me the most. Coaches Holly Carroll, Denise Probst, and Sue Chittim. I wouldn’t be the player I am today without these three strong influences on my game.”

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