Scoring phenom Alex Garrity brings his prolific offensive talents to Penn State for his first year of collegiate action. Garrity comes to Penn State after blazing his way to over 200 points in four years of high school play and will look to push for a starting spot and substantial playing time with the Penn State midfield

HIGH SCHOOL/PERSONAL:
Garrity was a four-year letterman at Strath Haven High School where he served as team captain twice (junior and senior years). He scored 270 points off 122 goals and 148 assists, including a 45 goal, 47 assist senior campaign. Garrity also lettered in soccer and was a National Honor Society member. He is the son of Paul and Margie Garrity and has a younger sister, Emily. His mother played lacrosse and field hockey at West Chester and his father played lacrosse at Drexel. Garrity is an actuarial science major.

COACHES VIEW:
"Alex has a motor that never stops. He is constantly going at top speed, both in the open field and at the offensive end. His defense needs to improve but he makes up for size differences with a tenacious attitude. He should make a significant impact this year, even as a freshman." - Coach Thiel