Local high school athlete puts pen to paper
Carmen Duffey commits to Salem
College
By Kelly Bledsoe
kellybledsoe1986@gmail.com
It’s that time of year again, when high school athletes
put pen to paper and commit to their school of choice with a National Letter of Intent (NLI). Last week South Davidson senior
Carmen Duffey did just that.
Carmen will be attending Salem College where she will be playing
softball and basketball. She will be studying Health Science with intentions of a degree in Occupational Therapy.
Carmen is a very committed multi-sport athlete at South. She says the highlight of her Wildcat career is, “Earning
All-Conference in volleyball, basketball and softball at least once, and earning Pitcher of the Year last year in softball.”
Carmen is excited to continue playing at the next level, and grateful for all the support she has received
during her high school years to prepare her. “I would really like to thank my family for providing me with the opportunity
to play my sports and for my mom and dad for pushing me even when I thought I didn’t want to.” She also appreciates
all of her coaches through the years who have helped her grow as an athlete. “None of this would be possible without
their help,” she adds.
Carmen has been an exemplary role model for underclassman during
her four years at South. She is a true team leader and an inspiration to aspiring athletes. She hopes her teammates will,
“Enjoy the time you have on the fields and courts. It goes by quickly. Always have confidence in yourself and don’t
be afraid to reach for your dreams.”
Carmen’s mom and dad, Alison and Robert, are very proud of their
daughter and of her accomplishments. “She has been working hard for this for as long as we can remember. We look forward
to watching her grow and continue to chase her dreams academically and athletically.”