After countless bowling practices, meets, and tournaments, senior Kara Garcia decided to continue her bowling career at Quincy University, a NCAA division II school. 

  On Wednesday, May 6, Garcia signed with Quincy University to continue her education and bowling career. Garcia plans to major in forensic psychology to later pursue a career in FBI, where she could aid in studying the behavior of criminals and catching them on a national level.

  Garcia concluded her bowling career at Sterling High School this year as one of the top bowlers for the girls bowling team.

  The head coach of the girls bowling team at Quincy University, Kyle Egan, was the first to offer Garcia her spot on the team. Garcia had the opportunity to bowl with the team before making her decision, after getting to know her future teammates she “found that a lot of us have similar interests and this drove my decision to go to Quincy.”

  Quincy University was already one of Garcia’s top choices when deciding on a college, the deciding factor “was the offer to bowl for them and the fact that their campus is dog friendly.”

  Garcia’s main goal for continuing her bowling career is to make the varsity team as quickly as possible. Making the varsity team as a freshman would create many opportunities to travel and bowl in a variety of places. 

  With the excitement of committing, Garcia also values her education. The adjustment of athletes into a collegiate level can be difficult, but she is prepared to put in the work. 

  Garcia would like to recognise her parents, as they were a big help in making this decision. She stated, “They pushed me to follow my dreams and find colleges that fit my wants and needs,” ultimately leading her to make the best choice. 

  Quincy University gained an amazing student and an amazing athlete.