Senior Alexis McCargo, a standout defender and most talented L.C. Bird girls’ soccer athlete, made her college decision last week. The Skyhawk will take her talents west to Rocky Mount and play for Ferrum College.
“When I visited Ferrum, I felt like I was a part of their family,” McCargo said. “Ferrum has a very well organized program where the coaches want their student-athletes to succeed on and off the field.”
McCargo reeled in Second Team All-Conference with 12 honors last year as defender for a L.C. Bird program that has struggled with building a winner at a school known for football and basketball. The four year varsity player and starter has been a key component of Head Coach Ashley Seal’s line-up since she stepped foot on the field as a freshman.
“She’s an incredible athlete with amazing speed and strength,” Seal said of her star.
Though traditionally a defender, McCargo has seen more time in the midfield and front lines this year due to her athleticism and ability to attack. The early results have been solid, as the Skyhawks fought back from a 3-0 halftime deficit against Matoaca to fall by a margin of just 4-3. McCargo had two of those goals in the comeback attempt.
“They showed resilience [last Wednesday]being down and coming back,” Seal said. “The willingness to fight shows character and that will help us in the future.”
McCargo excels not only as a leader to her teammates on the field, but in the classroom as well, recording all As and Bs. The senior also endured a winless season two years ago.
“I’ve learned to never give up,” McCargo said.
McCargo will develop her left foot and skills in the midfield and front lines as the 2015 season continues. Those skills will make her even more effective at the next level. Academically, McCargo plans to further her education by majoring in health science with a goal of becoming a physical therapist.
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