Grant Ament, a rising star in the world of lacrosse, has swiftly transitioned from an illustrious collegiate career to the prestigious Premier Lacrosse League (PLL). As the number one pick in the college draft, Ament’s talent caught the eye of Archers LC, a founding team of the PLL, where he now showcases his skills in the attack position, poised to become one of the league’s inaugural stars.
Hailing from Doylestown, Pennsylvania, Ament’s lacrosse journey began at the renowned Haverford School. However, it was during his tenure at Penn State University that his prowess truly flourished. As a member of the Nittany Lions, Ament etched his name into the annals of lacrosse history, setting school records for points and assists. His stellar performances earned him accolades such as multiple selections to the All-American team and the honor of being the first player in the program’s history to be nominated for the prestigious Tewaaraton Award, the highest individual honor in college lacrosse. Additionally, Ament clinched the Turnbull Award for Outstanding Attackman, claimed the title of Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year, and secured numerous spots on the All-Big Ten team, alongside multiple Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week Awards. His remarkable achievements saw him break NCAA, school, Big Ten, and program records, cementing his status as a lacrosse phenom.
With the emergence of the PLL, Ament’s extraordinary talent has found an even broader stage, captivating audiences and solidifying his place as one of the sport’s most promising talents. If his trajectory continues, Ament is destined to leave an indelible mark as one of lacrosse’s greatest players of all time.