Before his senior season with the East Ridge High School soccer team begins, Tyler Boyd already has his college plans in order.
The Pioneers’ center midfielder signed last week to continue his career with Tennessee Wesleyan College.
“I really didn’t know if I was going to be able play college ball, so I’m just really excited about getting to keep playing,” Boyd said. “Tennessee Wesleyan is close to home, and it’s a small school so it won’t be too overwhelming. I think I’ll feel more at home there.
“When I went up and tried out, they were all really nice and welcoming. From the first day, it just felt right.”
Boyd led the Pioneers with nine assists last season, when he was voted team captain as a third-year starter.
“He’s an anchor behind our midfield,” East Ridge coach Jeremy McIntyre said. “He has a very good field sense and can find the open man. He also is a very good defender and plugs up the middle. Tyler is not only a great player but also an outstanding person. He’s a hard worker on and off the field.”
Boyd said that work will continue this spring.
“I don’t want to lose focus just because I know I’m going to play in college,” he said. “I still care about our program. I want to help make us better and be a leader to the kids coming up.”
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