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Originally Posted by Anonymous
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Here's another new topic. Now that the application deadline has passed for most private HS schools, does it look like any IAAM school(s) will have more success recruiting the 2028s than the others? SPSG? Spalding? McDonogh? Maryvale? Will a lot of girls stay public? Realize this is all speculation at this point, but curious to know people's thoughts.
Probably depends on where the players live, the all in price, and how much of a commute they are willing to do daily. I would assume most Annapolis area girls will apply to St Mary's, Severn, or Spalding. Most Harford County girls will probably will apply to John Carroll. And most Howard County girls to Glenelg. Baltimore area girls have the most options for a somewhat normal commute.

It's definitely logical, as most people have very good schools in their back yard, but I do think many girls look beyond what's the easiest commute for not just academic fit, but also for the best lacrosse fit.

Dead on with the last point. heros 27 had their blinders on for Maryvale, even though it is a much longer commute and has a poor academic reputation.
I have never heard that Maryvale has a poor academic reputation - did your daughter not get accepted?

If you know the private school reputations in Baltimore, then you know Maryvale has one of the worst, if not the worst, academic reps. They are also generally the easiest one to get in to. Brynn Mawr has the best academic reputation.

Maryvale is also one of the more affordable options which, in combination with academics, makes it a lower barrier option for anyone wanting to play on a top team in the IAAM. And just because their academics aren’t the best doesn’t mean they are bad. Though I think most conventional wisdom would say it’s a bad idea to choose a school based on lacrosse.

And people choose the most convenient club lax team too? Lax and other sports fit in the decision as well for everyone athlete. You could knock any IAAM school for something except maybe MCDonogh. St Paul’s expensive and who knows when coach leaves. Ndp has dropped off and how long does Mac stay ?
Maryvale poor academics! Garrison super liberal. Athletics are dropping off soon. Gcs has started a dive and not much lax depth after 24. Spalding is not a drivable option for Balt girls. Find a great spot that your daughter will enjoy her experience. !