Paiton Russell
Recruit Profile
Unselfish, determined team player who is a creative playmaker and has strong field vision; a natural leader on and off the field. Natural leader; hard working, dedicated, and loyal.
I started playing lacrosse at the recreation level when I was in third grade and instantly fell in love with the sport. Each team that I have played on helped me grow my game. I feel comfortable dodging and shooting with both my left and right. I excel at ground ball control and draw control in both my left and right. I participated in the 2020 Under Armour 150. I played in the 2018 National Lacrosse Classic on Team Ohio and in the 2019 National Lacrosse Classic on Team Midwest. I played in the 2021 US Lacrosse National Tournament for Team Ohio. I was the second leading scorer on my high school team and I made first-team all league and second team all region in the 2021 spring season. I also run varsity for my high schools cross-country team. I represented my freshman class on Freshman Student Council and a continuous member of the Ambassador Society. I currently represent my class on our Junior Student Council. I volunteer for the Toledo Yes Project each summer. I work at an ice cream shop over the early spring and over the summer as well.
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Sarah Gombar
Paition is a highly skilled lacrosse player and leader. Not only does she boost the team on the field but off the field as well. She has outstanding stamina and high lacrosse IQ which makes her a great midfielder. Her hustle on the redefend is a game changer.
Paul Sieben
Paiton has an outstanding attitude to go along with her speed ,endurance ,acceleration, agility and footwork. As a college coach I always look for coachability and intensity of effort. She has both plus dedication and all the fundamental skills including a strong shot. Effective use of both hands .
Chris Merucci
Wish I had a team of 25 Paitons on my team! Paiton Russell is a "semi-generational player". Tremendous athleticism, great hands, uncanny vision, high Lax IQ, grit, passion, determination & heart. Paiton is a hard worker with a great attitude. Draw control, takeaway, groundball & assist leader. Great teammate!!