Natick Woman Named to Assumption College Women's Soccer Team

NATICK, MA - From Assumption College: The Assumption College Department of Athletics has announced that Samantha Ferrera, of Natick, has earned a coveted spot on the 2017 Assumption College Women's Soccer team. Ferrera, Class of 2020, is competing during the Greyhounds' fall season, which began on September 1.

"The Assumption College Women's soccer program emphasizes athletic and academic excellence," said first-year head coach Grace Barnard. "Our priority is ensuring that student-athletes are provided ample time to pursue their undergraduate studies as well as take what we learn in practice and transfer that to games as we continue build a strong program. Following a summer of conditioning and early season practices, the team is ready to compete at the highest level of play in Division II."

With the season now underway, Assumption has started 2-0 after finishing 8-9-1 last season. This year's squad is led by senior forward Amanda Arnold, sophomore goalkeeper Alexis Nason, and junior forward Kallie Villemaire, who has already scored six goals in the first two games of the 2017 season. Last fall, Arnold was named to the NE10 First Team and the D2CCA All-East Region Second Team, while Nason earned All-Rookie honors.

For more information on Assumption sports, visit www.assumptiongreyhounds.com.

Founded in 1904 by the Augustinians of the Assumption in Worcester, Mass., Assumption College is a Catholic liberal arts institution that offers undergraduate students 42 majors and 48 minors in the liberal arts, sciences, business, and professional studies; as well as master's and continuing education degrees and professional certificate programs-each through an educational experience that is grounded in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition. The curriculum enables students to gain a depth and breadth of knowledge that leads to professional success and personal fulfillment. Students-whether on the Worcester campus or at the College's Rome, Italy, campus-become engaged participants in Assumption's classic liberal arts education, exploring new ideas and making connections across disciplines. To prepare for the workforce, students learn cutting-edge theory and best practices, conduct innovative research, and develop excellent communication and critical-analysis skills. Assumption graduates are also known for their thoughtful citizenship and compassionate service to their community. For more information about Assumption College, please visit www.assumption.edu.

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