A left hander, he scored 41 goals and had 19 assists for 60 points this season, and moves up from second-team All-State in 2008. Coach Steve O'Donnell describes him as the "best left-handed player to come out of Rhode Island lacrosse in my memory. He can control a game ... and is probably the most difficult player for other teams to match up against." He is going to Belmont Abbey.

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Another high school athlete I admire: Lil Bill Sturgis, for stepping in net

My favorite pro sports team: Detroit Red Wings

Favorite achievement of the past school year: Graduating

What I'll be doing this summer: Chill with my friends

My plans for next year: Playing lacrosse at college