Kerstin Buchanan '22 Recruiting Profile

I am a 5’4” catcher from Erwin, Tennessee and will graduate from Unicoi County High School in 2022. I have an average pop time of 1.9 seconds. My best time is 1.8 seconds, which I am continuing to work hard to improve. I have a 3.42 GPA and I am interested in studying nursing in college. My goal is to be the best athlete I can be, work hard, and stand out. So far my biggest accomplishment is being selected by America's Team to play softball in Spain in the summer of 2022.

I started playing softball at the age of six and didn’t realize at that time I would grow to love the game like I do at this moment. My work ethic has continued to grow as my passion for softball has grown. I have been blessed with numerous coaches through the years that have prepared me for my next step in my softball career. The best lessons they have taught me is that hard work, persistence, and being a team player will help continue my softball career through college.

I have played multiple positions over the years but none have taught me more than catching. It has helped me realize how important it is to know the game and to become a team leader. This has helped me be an asset to my team as well as helping me in the classroom. I am looking forward to taking my game to the next level.