Did You Know: Frank Potucek intends to pursue a career as an orthopedic surgeon after graduating from Johns Hopkins.
This Season: Will contend for playing time at the midfield • Fully recovered from two knee injuries that that cost him the 2002 season and limited his effectiveness in 2003.
2003: Saw action in six games as a reserve midfielder • Had three ground balls to his credit.
2002: Suffered through a hard-luck season • Suffered a torn ACL during the fall and battled back to return to the lineup at the end of March • Suffered same injury in first game back against Albany.
2001: Saw time on Hopkins[apos] defensive midfield unit and in clearing situations •Scored first two career goals in the win over Ohio State • Added his third goal of the season to cap a 4-0 run in the fourth quarter that gave JHU a 12-8 lead in what turned out to be a 13-10 win over Loyola • With the loss of junior P.J. DiConza midway through the year, held down a spot on Hopkins[apos] defensive midfield unit and finished the season with three goals and two ground balls.
At John F. Kennedy: Three-sport standout in football, wrestling and lacrosse • In lacrosse, was a three-time captain, team MVP, and All-County selection, while twice garnering Honorable Mention All-America honors • Also excelled in football, earning Nassau County[apos]s Outstanding Linebacker award as a senior • Set a school record for rushing yards by a freshman with 700.
Personal Profile: Given name is Frank A. Potucek • The son of Stephen and Josephine Potucek • Born April 24, 1982 • Pre-med major.
