By K.I. Goldberg
Baltimorelacrossenews.com, Posted 10/13/12

Atholton senior midfielder Kyle Courtney has made a verbal commitment to play Division I lacrosse at Furman University.

Kyle Courtney log:

Kyle Courtney

High School: Atholton High School

Graduation Year: 2013

Position: Midfield

College Choice: Furman

Club Affiliation: MD RoughRiders Elite

Major lacrosse honors:
All-County as a junior;
Unsung Hero as a freshman;
Four-year varsity starter;
Adrenaline Black Card Showcase;
NSCLA Tournament;
Top 205

Academic Honors: National Honor Society, Letterman’s Club, FBLA, Silver Honor Roll (4) years

What will you major in/study? Pre- Law

Why did you choose Furman? “Furman is the perfect size for me as a student and provided me with all the academic options to be successful. It’s a beautiful campus with awesome weather all the time.

“Greenville is a great city to be near with a lot of things to do. I was also extremely excited to be a part of a brand new program and also be coached by a legend in Richie Meade.”

What is your HS team’s outlook for next season? “We should be very successful this year. We have a lot of key returning players and a great coaching staff. We should be the Dark Horse team this year and surprise a lot of people. I cant wait for the season!”

Additional Comments: “My Club coach, Lee Corrigan, was a tremendous resource in the recruiting process. My Mom and Dad were huge supporters of my lacrosse dreams and provided me with every avenue to achieve those dreams.”

Other schools considered: Brown, Dartmouth, Salisbury, Dickinson, Lynchburg

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