Thayer Signs to Play Women’s Soccer at Houghton

(Houghton, N.Y.)—Alexa Thayer, a goalkeeper from Syracuse, N.Y., has signed a letter of intent to play women’s soccer at Houghton College this fall.

            Thayer backstopped Faith Heritage School to a section title in her freshman year. She is a three-time all-league selection and was named to the All-Section First Team in 2007.

            “Alexa demonstrates a strong work ethic, a great attitude and a willingness to learn,” said David Lewis, head coach of the Highlanders, “She is very good in a one-on-one situation.  I am looking forward to her development as a college goalkeeper.”

            Thayer, the daughter of Brenda and Roger Thayer, played club soccer for the Salt City Scorch. She intends to major in elementary education at Houghton.

            Lewis’ Highlanders went 13-3-3 overall record and 7-0-0 in the American Mideast Conference (AMC) in 2007. They won the AMC North title—their 14^th conference/divisional title over the past 15 years—and competed in their 15^th consecutive Region Final Four, taking the Region IX championship. They advanced to the Sweet 16 at the NAIA national tournament in Daytona Beach, Fla., their fifth consecutive national tournament appearance.