Written by Kaelyn Spickler
Jillian Barnard
Soccer #19
Midfield
Senior midfielder Jillian Barnard has played her heart out the past couple of weeks.The Lady Maroons faced Sweet Briar for Senior Day where Barnard scored and had one assist. This past Tuesday the team faced Emory and Henry where Barnard scored again, and had not one, but four assists. “Senior Day was really special and such a fun day. We wanted all three seniors to get a goal, and that happened which made it a fun day of memories and laughs. It was also very humbling. Tuesday was awesome because it was a teams supporting teams day, so we had a great turnout. It helped our vibe and determination. It was also very sentimental because it was our last guaranteed home game,” Bernard said.
Barnard credits her success to all of the support she has gotten over the past four years. “The coaches have definitely molded me into a player that fits their vision, so I credit them. I also know the athletic trainers put me back together last year when I was injured, and they are always there, so a huge amount of credit goes to them. Of course the support I have from friends, family members, and professors means the world. Anyone that I interact with in the sport is what makes it worth it.”
