Jessica Maerz Is A Fighting Knight

I caught up with senior Jessica Maerz, Parkview Vikings and Springfield SC, last weekend prior to an indoor game, to have a conversation about her decision to play soccer next Fall for the Lynn University Fighting Knights.

Maerz, a soon to be four year Varsity starter, has played sweeper, center mid, and striker for the Vikings in various years and circumstances. As noted, she is headed to Lynn University in Boca Raton, Florida. The Lynn Fighting Knights ended their 2009 campaign in the Sunshine State Conference with a 9-9-0 record.

Maerz has accumulated 53 career goals in her first three years as a Viking, including 26 her Junior year. Her key piece of advice to players who are interested in playing soccer in college? Get started now! If you are a sophomore, it’s time to identify schools and coaches you might be interested in. Get together with your Club coach and they can help you put together a plan. Don’t delay!