Boys’ Latin Lacrosse Standouts Keegan Kerr and Patrick Lanigan Commit to St. Bonaventure

When you grow up watching lacrosse under the bright lights of Maryland’s MIAA, the buzz around college recruiting can feel almost as intense as a weekend showdown. This year, the conversation turned to two familiar names from Boys’ Latin – goalkeeper Keegan Kerr and defenseman Patrick Lanigan – both of whom have officially committed to the St. Bonaventure men’s lacrosse program.

The pair belong to the class of 2028 and, after months of campus visits, phone calls and late‑night scrolling through highlight reels, they chose the Bonnies for a mix of reasons that felt surprisingly balanced: a Division I lacrosse platform, a solid business curriculum, and the chance to be part of something still in its early, exciting stages.

Kerr’s Journey

Keegan Kerr’s interest sparked the moment assistant coach Lance Olson reached out on September 9. “I was curious, so I asked a few questions, and the more I learned, the more I liked what I heard,” Kerr later told reporters. A campus tour cemented his curiosity. He spent a full day shadowing head coach Brendan Storrier, watching drills with assistant coaches Peter Collins and Austin Blumbergs, and chatting with current players. “The intensity in practice was real – you could feel the passion buzzing in the gym,” he recalled, laughing a little at how that energy reminded him of his high‑school matches.

Beyond the on‑field vibe, Kerr emphasized academics. “St. Bonaventure’s business school feels personal, not just a big, faceless institution,” he said. The smaller class sizes, he added, would let him juggle a rigorous schedule without feeling stretched thin. For a goalkeeper who’s dreamed of guarding Division I nets for years, the combination of competitive play and a business degree felt like the perfect fit.

Lanigan’s Perspective

Defenseman Patrick Lanigan arrived at the decision table with a similar checklist, but he added a unique twist: the desire to help build a winner from the ground up. “I love the idea of being part of a program that’s on the cusp of its first Atlantic 10 tournament appearance,” Lanigan explained. Storrier’s resume – a stint of success at Limestone before taking the reins at St. Bonaventure – impressed him. “He’s got a clear vision, and I want to be a piece of that puzzle,” Lanigan noted.

Like Kerr, Lanigan praised the university’s business curriculum and the more intimate campus feel. He also highlighted the coaching staff’s focus on player development, a factor he believes will translate into growth on the field and in the classroom.

What This Means for the Bonnies

Keegan and Patrick’s commitments are the latest chapters in a growing story: St. Bonaventure’s steady pipeline from Maryland’s MIAA, one of the nation’s toughest high‑school lacrosse conferences. Last season, four MIAA alumni suited up for the Bonnies, with two more expected to join before spring. Adding Kerr and Lanigan pushes that number even higher and signals that the program’s recruiting strategy is paying off.

Coach Storrier is quick to temper the excitement with realism. “We’re still a work in progress, but every player who believes in our vision brings us closer to competing for that Atlantic 10 crown,” he said. The coach’s optimism is backed by a clear plan: attract athletes who thrive against high‑level competition and who also value the academic experience.

Looking Ahead

Both Kerr and Lanigan will finish out their senior year with the Boys’ Latin Lakers, a program that has long been a launchpad for college talent. Their final high‑school season will be a chance to sharpen skills, add to highlight reels and, perhaps, enjoy a few more victory celebrations before the next big step.

For the Bonnies, the real test begins next spring when the new roster starts clicking together. With Kerr guarding the net and Lanigan anchoring the defense, the team hopes to tighten its back‑line, lower goals‑against averages, and ultimately secure that elusive four‑team Atlantic 10 tournament berth.

In the end, it’s a win‑win. The two athletes get a chance to pursue a business education while playing at the highest collegiate level, and St. Bonaventure gains two dedicated players who are eager to leave a mark on a program still writing its first chapters of success.