Celebration was the order of the day as star Marcellus varsity girls’ lacrosse player Nora Barry signed a national letter of intent to play lacrosse at the University of Florida. Surrounded by family and friends, Nora announced her choice at a “signing” ceremony held in the Marcellus Senior High School library on Wednesday, November 10, 2010. Those looking on with excitement and pride at this special event included Patty Barry (mother), Tim Barry (father), Agnes Barry (Grandmother), Rich Roth (Uncle), Joanne Barry (Aunt), Liam Barry ( Brother), Emmett Barry (Brother), Lynn Connors (family friend), Bradford Dates (Marcellus Athletic Director) and Dick Lundblad (coach). Also joining in on the celebration were Marcellus varsity girls’ lacrosse teammates Jill Reichel, Emily Hennigan, Allie DiStefano, Renee Poullott, Molly McGuane, Faith Seeley, Alanna Todd, and Grace Nolan. Nora has amassed an impressive resume of both athletic and academic accomplishments which include:
197 career goals, 47 career assists and 337 career grounded balls
Varsity letters in Cross Country and Indoor Track
2010 United States Lacrosse All American
2010 United States Lacrosse Academic All American
First Team All Central New York Lacrosse Team, 2010
First Team All Liberty League Lacrosse Team, 2008, 2009, 2010
Marcellus Girls Lacrosse Most Valuable Player 2010
2009 and 2010 United States Lacrosse Upstate National Team #1 selection
2010 Central Empire State Games selection
Earned High Honor Role recognition each semester of high school.
Member of the National Honor Society
Performed for 12 years with the Camillus Dance Center
Performed for 4 years with Main Street Ballet
In addition to the above honors Nora plays for the Star Riders Lacrosse Club, under Coach Dick Lighton. The Star Riders lacrosse team won both the 2008 and 2009 Syracuse Nike Cup Girls’ Lacrosse Tournament. Nora has also been named to the Rising Seniors Watch List by Inside Lacrosse Magazine and she has been designated a Top Ten Midfielder by ESPN RISE. Nora’s accomplishments both on and off the athletic field demonstrate not only her own exceptional talent and dedication but also the support and dedication of her family, friends, coaches, and teachers. Great job Nora!
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