By K.N. Goldberg
LILacrossenews.com, Posted 8/10/12

Westhampton Beach rising junior midfielder Evan Gagne has committed to play Division I lacrosse at Fairfield University.

Evan Gagne log:

Evan Gagne

High School: Westhampton Beach

Graduation Year: 2014

Position: Midfield

College Choice: Fairfield

Club affiliation(s): Long Island Jesters, Team Westhampton

Major lacrosse honors: 2012 Division 2 All-Division, 2010 Suffolk County Rookie of the Year, Team Suffolk in the Nassau vs. Suffolk showcase, All-Star team at Brine Underclassmen National Tournament, Maverik Showcase

What will you major in/study? Business

Why did you choose Fairfield? “I loved everything about the school, the campus, the facilities, the coaches, and the overall atmosphere.”

Outlook for your high school team next season? “I think that we will be pretty solid, we have some legit players coming back this year. Although our senior class last year was pretty small I think we should have a good year.”

Additional Comments: “I would like to thank my parents for supporting me, my high school coaches, Drew Peters and Cody Hoyt, and my club coach Jim Byrns.”

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