On Dec. 12, Ella Baxter became the second Conch lacrosse player to sign a letter of intent to play at the collegiate level. Baxter signed to play at Kenyon College in Gambier, Ohio. Ranked 20th in the nation, the Owls won the NCAC championship and made it to the third round of the NCAA tournament last season.
As a Key West athlete, Baxter earned multiple honors, including Rookie of the Year, Offensive MVP, MVP and Player of the Year with a full season of prep lacrosse to go.
Coach Marissa Giacopuzzi, who has been a part of Baxter’s lacrosse career since 2013, praised her on behalf of the Conchs coaching staff.
“We are so proud of your commitment and perseverance,” she said. “You had a goal, you set your heart on it and you didn’t stop. You have been instrumental in the growth of lacrosse here in Key West, and undoubtedly helped put us on the map for all of Florida to recognize. You are paving the way for so many other young female lacrosse athletes.”
Giacopuzzi went on to sum up Baxter’s storied career with three words: “destined for greatness.”
The senior will spend one more season in crimson and gray, undoubtedly adding to her 100-plus goals for the Lady Conchs this spring.
