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2024 Women's Soccer Roster
Valentine, Claire
Jersey Number 16
Claire Valentine
- Class:
- Sophomore
- Height:
- 5-7
- Hometown:
- Estero, Fla.
- Position:
- F
- Prev School:
- Evangelical Christian School
Bio
2023 (Fr.)
Student-Athlete Q&A
What made Liberty University the right place for you to attend college/compete at the collegiate level?
The amazing team culture and its focus on playing to glorify Christ influenced me to choose Liberty.
Who in your life inspires you and why are they such an inspiration?
My grandfather inspired me growing up because he was hardworking and self-made. He was the kindest and most generous person I know and always went out of his way to help others.
What is your most memorable athletic moment/accomplishment?
My most memorable athletic moment was my first ever college game assist in our first game of the season.
Do you have any relatives who are playing or have played college or professional sports? (Names, relation to you, what/where they played)?
My sister, Victoria Valentine, played soccer at North Greenville University. My uncle, Chris Valentine, played soccer at Bowling Green University. My uncle, Craig Valentine, played football at Bowling Green University.
Favorite meal (breakfast/lunch/dinner) and what is that special meal?
My favorite meal is dinner and wings.
What is the first app you check on your phone each day?
Instagram is the first app I check every day.
What is your favorite hobby outside of athletics?
I love to go fishing in my free time.
Do you have any current pets (name and type of animal)?
I have a dog named Boomer.
Who was your favorite athlete growing up?
Bethany Hamilton.
What is your favorite possession and why?
My guitar is my favorite possession because it is fun to play and relaxing.
What is your Go-To karaoke song?
Gimme Three Steps by Lynyrd Skynyrd.
What is your dream vacation spot and why?
New Zealand because it has the mountains, the ocean, and so many different types of wildlife.
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- Appeared in all 20 games
- Named to the 2023 CUSA All-Freshman team
- Recorded first career goal in a 4-1 victory at Louisiana Tech on Oct. 29
- Logged one assist on the game-winning goal in her collegiate debut, a 2-1 triumph over VCU on Aug. 18
- Included on CUSA Academic Honor Roll
- Attended Evangelical Christian School where she was a four-year starter and letter-winner
- Scored 33 goals and collected 19 assists over high school career
- Served as team captain for three seasons and named to the all-area team every year of high school
- Ran track as part of a record breaking 4x400m team
- Played for the Florida West FC Club team
Student-Athlete Q&A
What made Liberty University the right place for you to attend college/compete at the collegiate level?
The amazing team culture and its focus on playing to glorify Christ influenced me to choose Liberty.
Who in your life inspires you and why are they such an inspiration?
My grandfather inspired me growing up because he was hardworking and self-made. He was the kindest and most generous person I know and always went out of his way to help others.
What is your most memorable athletic moment/accomplishment?
My most memorable athletic moment was my first ever college game assist in our first game of the season.
Do you have any relatives who are playing or have played college or professional sports? (Names, relation to you, what/where they played)?
My sister, Victoria Valentine, played soccer at North Greenville University. My uncle, Chris Valentine, played soccer at Bowling Green University. My uncle, Craig Valentine, played football at Bowling Green University.
Favorite meal (breakfast/lunch/dinner) and what is that special meal?
My favorite meal is dinner and wings.
What is the first app you check on your phone each day?
Instagram is the first app I check every day.
What is your favorite hobby outside of athletics?
I love to go fishing in my free time.
Do you have any current pets (name and type of animal)?
I have a dog named Boomer.
Who was your favorite athlete growing up?
Bethany Hamilton.
What is your favorite possession and why?
My guitar is my favorite possession because it is fun to play and relaxing.
What is your Go-To karaoke song?
Gimme Three Steps by Lynyrd Skynyrd.
What is your dream vacation spot and why?
New Zealand because it has the mountains, the ocean, and so many different types of wildlife.
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Gameday with Liberty Women's Soccer
Wednesday, September 10
Coach Wedemeyer & Halle Engle Talk About The Win Over Queens
Friday, September 05
Liberty vs Virginia Tech Women's Soccer Highlights
Friday, August 29
Coach Wedemeyer Talks About The Tie With Virginia Tech
Friday, August 29
