One could argue its extremely difficult to get noticed by major colleges if you're a lacrosse player in the state of Texas, with only a handful of players earning a scholarship each year.

After finishing his junior year in high school ranked third in the country in goals scored, LHHS senior Trevor Atkins has made it a bit easier for college coaches to find him.

Brown University, Army, Air Force and Washington & Lee were a few of the schools showing strong interest in the left-handed attacker who's a team captain for the Hillcrest Panthers.

After multiple college visits, Trevor made his choice official and has verbally committed to play lacrosse for Colgate University.

In doing so, Trevor is just the seventh Texas high school lacrosse player to have committed to a major college this year.

"It came down the rapport I had with the Colgate coach, Jim Nagle," Trevor says of his commitment. "He offered me a scholarship this spring, but I needed some time. Coach Nagle has been real patient in letting me check out all these other schools before making my decision, and I'm grateful."

Trevor, a two time All-State player for the Panthers, thought Colgate was the best fit for him for a number of reasons, among them is the fact that his sister, Avery, plays soccer for the Lady Raiders. (View youtube video of Avery here)

"Going to Colgate and having the opportunity to be at the same school as my sister is a big deal," says Trevor. And apparently his sister agrees.

"I'm so excited that Trevor chose Colgate!"

"I've been praying that the Lord would send more Christian athletes to Colgate," says Avery. "I just didn't think His answer would come from my own family! Once again, He is faithful."

"It hasn't completely sunk in yet, but I can't wait for Trevor to get here and be apart of the Colgate community."

With their older brother, Zac, attending Sewanee University and starting at linebacker for the Tiger's football team, playing sports in college is quickly becoming an Atkins family legacy.

In case you are wondering, there is also a fourth Atkins sibling.

As previously reported here, as an incoming 2010 freshman, Thayer Atkins is already making a name for himself in Texas wrestling circles following his gold medal performance in the 110 lbs. weight class at the recent Texas USA Championships.

No pressure, Thayer. No pressure.

As for Trevor, while he's enjoyed roaming the country visiting colleges this summer, he's also been busy continuing to build his lacrosse resume'.

In Rhode Island, Trevor was selected as an All-Star at the Brown University camp and was also named a Top 99 All-Star which is awarded through nominations from college coaches who participate in the invite only camps throughout the state of Texas.

Trevor notched his third All-Star honor of the summer at the Denver Shootout, after one of two select teams Trevor plays for, Dallas Select Lacrosse, placed second at the high profile tournament.

Later this month, Trevor's other select team, Team Dallas, will compete in one of the premiere select tournaments in the country – The Shootout by Brine held at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County.

For his senior year campaign, Trevor is anticipating another great year for the Hillcrest team, which graduated only three players from last season's squad.

"While we had a lot of wins last season, our early exit from the playoffs was a huge disappointment," says Trevor. "We return with seven starters from last year, including the entire defense, so the goal is a state title."

Congratulations to Trevor! Watch for more of his articles – coming soon to the LH Today sports page!