On Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2019, Central Bucks West seniors Max Dunar and TJ Kelly were recognized for committing to continue their lacrosse careers at the collegiate level. Check back for a gallery of photos.
“Max and TJ have grown up over the years together,” said West coach Matt Coverdale. “Both playing goalie, both competing - sometimes directly with one another and pushing each other. Both goalies have very fast hands and great instincts and are smart players.
“Both have taken time in the offseason to continue to work on their game. Both are very coachable and are very intense game day. It’s been a pleasure to coach both of these guys over the years. It’s great to have two smart, fierce competitors over the years, providing some great leadership as the anchor of our defense. I’m proud of both of these guys and their accomplishments thus far and looking forward to their leadership in the season ahead in the spring.”
Max Dunar – Gwynedd Mercy University (Lacrosse)
Major: Nursing
Final list of colleges: Gwynedd Mercy, Manhattan, Wagner, Ursinus
Reasons for choosing Gwynedd Mercy: “After looking at Gwynedd Mercy, going on campus and seeing their nursing program and the different simulation labs, I just realized it was a really wholesome place and a good environment to be in.”
What was the progression that led you to competing in lacrosse at the collegiate level? “When I was little, I really wanted to play in college, but didn’t actually pursue recruiting until a little bit my junior year and more so getting on it the summer after my junior season.”
About Max:
Favorite food: Philly Cheesesteak
Favorite TV show: Peaky Blinders
Favorite music: Classic Rock
TJ Kelly – Arcadia University (Lacrosse)
Major: International Business or Business Administration
Final list of colleges: Arcadia, Alvernia, Ohio Wesleyan
Reasons for choosing Arcadia: “They have a really good international business program, and they’re great for studying abroad. Also, it’s close to home.”
What was the progression that led you to competing in lacrosse at the collegiate level? “It has always been a possibility because of the clubs I played for and the coaches I’ve had – they’ve always had that in consideration since a young age. I started really looking at colleges over this past summer when I went out to Ohio Wesleyan, and over a couple of tournaments, I started talking to them and Arcadia, and I started looking at Alvernia as well.”
About Thomas:
Favorite food: Pumpkin Pie
Favorite TV show: Stranger Things
Favorite music: Alternative
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