MARS HILL, N.C.: A young, talented lacrosse player from Fall River is going to get to ply her passion at one of the highest levels possible.
Halley James, a Lockview High senior, has made her commitment to Mars Hill University Lions in North Carolina official by signing to join the team this September.
The Lions appear to be a young team that is developing.
Mars Hill spots a 4-10 (won-loss) record through 14 games as of April 16 in NCAA Division II league play.
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James represented Nova Scotia at the 2022 Canada Games in Niagara Falls, Ont., and played for the Lady Wolves Junior A Lacrosse team.
“I’m so excited and grateful to announce my commitment to further my education and play NCAA lacrosse at Mars Hill University,” said James in a post on her Instagram, where she relayed the news.
“I wish to thank my family, friends, teammates, coaches, and everyone else that has helped me accomplish this dream. I can’t wait to be a Lion.”
Former Wolves Lacrosse player Zac Carrigan, of Halifax, used to don the Mars Hill jersey as well.
