James Brocksmith '23 Recruiting Profile

I am excited to announce that I will be continuing my athletic career playing NCAA D2 Lacrosse at Concordia University Irvine! I want to thank all of the coaches, teammates, programs and my parents for helping me along the way. Go Eagles!

I was introduced to lacrosse in the second grade where I learned how to pass and catch with small plastic sticks our school stored in the shed. Fast forward 9 years, I had never expected myself to be where Im at today with this sport I love. I have played defense since my first game and have enjoyed every step and the players along the way. I play for Tahoma Varsity High School and Seattle Starz 2023 Select. 

I am confident in my play as a close-defenseman and team leader. Some key points about my game is my clearing ability and field awareness. Fast clearing in the shot clock era will only benefit any college program. When I step onto the field I see myself as a vocal leader who puts the team before myself, supports my other teammates around me, and works hard willing to give everything I have.

I plan on pursuing a degree in STEM or aviation. In the past year, I have also taken on the task of achieving my private pilots license and most recently flew 1st solo. After school, I plan on applying my skills towards service in the armed forces and aviation.

October 2021 Apex National Fall Showcase All-Star Evaluation.

JAMES BROCKSMITH, 2023, DEFENSE, TAHOMA LAX, TAHOMA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Brocksmith is a raw defender with incredible size and plays a physical game. Strong on the ball Brocksmith was knocking ball carriers around with some tough jams. Standing at 6'5 he has some serious range able to guard a large area of the field and maintain pressure on ball carriers from a distance. Brocksmith plays exceptionally well offball showing high lax IQ with his hedging and help defenses. Never dropping his stick he seemed to have a knack for clogging up passing lanes and knocking down skips. Clean off the ground and smart in the clear game, When Brocksmith grows into his body he will be a huge impact on the defensive end. 

July 2021: Congratulations! On behalf of USA Lacrosse and the U.S. National Teams, welcome to the National Team Development Program. You have been selected and are invited to move forward in the pipeline process, as we look toward building the future of Team USA.  https://www.usalacrosse.com/news-media-blog/players-named-usa-lacrosse-mens-ntdp-combine

POWER 20 CLASS OF 2023 INVITEE  After thoroughly reviewing over 500 applications, the staff at US Club Lax and Apex Lacrosse Events has selected you as one of the top 20 players in the class of 2023 at your position. The demand for this event has been overwhelmingly positive and the talent pool is incredibly deep. We have fielded hundreds of emails and messages about this event. CONGRATULATIONS AGAIN!! 

https://www.usclublax.com/power-20-defense.html

Inside Lacrosse Video Eval: For just a 2023,  James displays an extremely strong level of understanding defensive principles and has fantastic sense when it comes to team scheme. With some polishing of his off-ball technique and enhancing his athleticism James will take the next stride.

James is a relentless defender, 6' 4" height, 205 lbs, 6' 9" wingspan, and has excellent grades. He enjoys lacrosse, basketball and all things aviation.  James has even landed an airplane on his own.

2022: May- Puget Pierce 4A League Champions, selected to Puget-Pierce All-Conference 2nd Team, rostered to Region 5 All-Star Team. 2022 Tahoma full games, look for #32 - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp-bSz6MxCQfG_CXQU6F-RS50cyLZq1Uk 

2021: Legends Meltdown Tournament Champs, Jul 2021, Corona, CA. July 2021.

Power 20 Featured Player. Power 20 is an online showcase brought to you by APEX Lacrosse & US Club Lax, highlighting some of the best players in the country at their position. https://www.usclublax.com March 2021

2021 Adrln Sin City Showdown Tournament Champs, Jan 2021. Mesa, AZ.

Spring 2020, Tahoma HS season cancelled due to covid.  James did get in 11 practices and was assigned #44.

Spring 2019,  James' 7/8 Tahoma Bears went undefeated in regular season and advanced to the conf finals. In three years (with same coach),  James’ team went 30-2 in regular season play and 10-2 in conference play.  In 2019,  James also received four "Honor The Game" Sportsmanship awards presented by opposing team players. In Academics,  James' end of term grades were: 5-As, and 2-Bs.  James is well prepared for HS.

Spring 2018,  James' 7/8 Tahoma Bears went undefeated in regular season play and advanced to conf finals.  James received two Honor The Game Sportsmanship awards.

Spring 2017,  James’  5/6 Tahoma Bears won the WA Harvey Cup Tournament. During the team's Conf Tournament, James was selected to play in the "Honor The Game" Sportsmanship Game that was played at the state tournament. 

James played basketball ages 7 thru 14 and football during his two years of middle school.