Top 50: Columbus Academy junior Kiersten Thomassey commits to University of North Carolina!
Player Name:Â Kiersten Thomassey
Grad Year: 2020
Player Ranking: Top 50
College Choice: University of North Carolina (D1)
Date Committed:Â 9/5/18
Position:Â Midfield
State:Â Ohio
High School: Columbus Academy
Club: FH Life
What will you major in/study?: Undecided
Honors/Accomplishments:2018 High School All-American Watch List, West/Mid-West Region Player to Watch, U17 Junior National Team December Training Camp, U16 Stars & Stripes Game, AAU Junior Olympics selection, U16 National Futures Championship
Why did you choose this school?: I chose UNC first and foremost because of the academics. I am leaning towards majoring in business, and the business school is one of the best. Secondly, I chose UNC because the FH program is unparalleled, and will push me to be the very best athlete I can be.
Anyone you would like to thank?:Â My FH Life Coaches Keli and Hannah for their support, training and guidance. My High school coaches Horton, Sparks and Hood for teaching me the game, and supporting me always. My family, especially my mother, for driving me to every practice, game and tournament. Finally, my teammates (club and HS) for making this game so much fun.