Fayette, Mo. Central Methodist University head men's soccer coach Alex Nichols welcomed forward/midfielder Elijah Gale (Wichita, Kan.) from Wichita South High School and Brenden Lamar (Belton, Mo.) from Belton High School to the Eagle family on Monday afternoon. Both Gale and Lamar will join CMU later this fall for the 2016-17 school year.
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"We are excited to have Elijah (Gale) and Brenden (Lamar) become Eagles," said CMU head men's soccer coach Alex Nichols. "I believe they will do great things for us over the next four years and contribute in a big way; both on and off the field. I am excited to see the impacts they have on our program!"
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Elijah Gale is a 6 foot 1 inch 180 pound forward and midfielder. During his time at Wichita South High School, Gale was a four year varsity letterman and was chosen a varsity captain. He totaled 29 goals and 16 assists during his high school career, along with winning the Wendy's High School Heisman award.
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"I chose Central Methodist University, because the first time I came here I fell in love with the school," said Elijah Gale. "The coaches and team gave me a great first impression. My family and I agree that I belong at this school, and here my opportunities will flourish."
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Brenden Lamar is a 5 foot 9 inch 150 pound center midfielder. During his time at Belton High School, Lamar lettered for the soccer team all four years. Lamar also was named the winner of the Jimmy Barnes award.
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"I chose Central Methodist because of its outstanding Athletic Training program and their all-around phenomenal soccer team," said Brenden Lamar.
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The Eagles are currently in the midst of their spring season. Central Methodist begins the 2016 regular season on August 23^rd, when they host Harris-Stowe State University at Davis Field beginning at 7:30pm.
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