Soccer - #24 Amanda Schwartz

Western Carolina women's soccer kicked off the 2013 campaign on Aug 7th with their first preseason practice of 2013.

The Catamounts return 20 players from the 2012 squad, including five seniors and 10 juniors. The Cats also welcome 10 newcomers to the squad, nine freshmen and a sophomore transfer.

Today we'll continue our highlights with the Catamount sophomores

#24 Amanda Schwartz

Class: Sophomore
Hometown: Johns Creek, Ga.
High School: Northview HS
Height: 5-5
Position: M
Club Team: UFA



2012 Freshman: Played in 19 games and started eight ... Scored one goal and tied for most assists on the team with four ... Tied for third on the team in points with six ... Took 14 shots, six on goal.

High School: Started as a freshman and helped guide Northview to state playoffs for first time in school history ... Sophomore year earned "Breakout Award" and state finalist 5A GHSA also set record for most goals scored in a season for Northview program ... Junior year earned Offensive MVP Award and sweet 16 in 5A state playoffs, named Team Captain and All region ... Senior named captain ... Honor Roll 9th and 10th grade, Principals List 9,10,11th grade.

Personal: Daughter of David and Nancy Schwartz ... Has one brother, Daniel.


Courtesy WCU Athletics Media Relations