Upper Arlington Roundup: Clara Gallapoo, Annie Hargraves bring lacrosse know-how to hardwood
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Having played basketball since elementary school, Clara Gallapoo acknowledged that it was a tough decision to sit out her junior season in order to focus on her primary sport of lacrosse.
With a college commitment to Lindenwood behind her, the 5-foot-11 guard not only was eager to return to the court for her senior season but also has ended up being one of two lacrosse stars along with Ohio State recruit Annie Hargraves playing a key defensive role for the Golden Bears.
“That awareness I got from lacrosse, that spatial awareness, transfers (between sports),” Gallapoo said. “I’m able to see my teammates a lot better from being used to being on a bigger field. The footwork and defense (in lacrosse) are really similar to basketball.”