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IMG Academy Two-Sport Athlete Ari Allen is Committed to Ohio State for Lacrosse

March 14, 2021
IMG Academy two-sport star Ari Allen committed to Ohio State for lacrosse while maintaining his football aspirations.

Some athletes excel at multiple sports, and Ari Allen is among the best. The IMG Academy standout plays both football and lacrosse at elite levels, earning his Ohio State commitment for lacrosse while keeping football options open.

Allen's combination of speed, stick skills, and field awareness made him a priority recruit for the Buckeyes' lacrosse program. He hasn't ruled out pursuing both sports in college, a challenging but potentially rewarding path for the versatile athlete.