June 25, 2024
Umatilla High School Softball Player Camryn Bowcott Signs with Truett McConnell University
By Kyle Coppola
Umatilla High School Softball Player Camryn Bowcott Signs with Truett McConnell University
Umatilla High School’s softball diamond has been witness to the rise of a star over the past four years in Camryn Bowcott. From her early days as a standout freshman, where she earned the title of MVP, to her pivotal role in securing the district championship as a sophomore, Camryn’s journey has been nothing short of spectacular.
(Umatilla Athletic Director Patrick Todd was appreciative of the work that Camryn put in the last four years at Umatilla High School.)
Now, as a senior, Camryn has inked her commitment to Truett McConnell University, nestled in the picturesque mountains of Cleveland, Georgia. The signing ceremony at UHS marked not only the next chapter in her athletic career but also a celebration of her academic achievements. Graduating with an AICE Diploma with Merit from UHS and an Associate of Arts degree from Lake Sumter State College, Camryn has set herself apart as a dedicated student-athlete.
“Camryn has displayed exemplary skills on and off the field, along with being a dedicated teammate, player, and student-athlete to the UHS program,” praised head softball coach Jessica Meier.
(Camryn was joined by her family as she signed her commitment to TMU in Georgia.)
Looking ahead, Camryn will pursue her passion for Forensic Science at Truett McConnell University, where she aims to continue making an impact both in the lab and on the diamond. Her journey from Umatilla to TMU is not just about softball; it’s about resilience, dedication, and the pursuit of excellence in every aspect of life.
As Camryn embarks on this new chapter, she carries with her the lessons learned from UHS, the support of her teammates and coaches, and the excitement of what lies ahead at Truett McConnell University. Her story is one of determination and achievement, a testament to the transformative power of sports and education that Umatilla High School continues to strive for. Congratulations to Camryn! Best of luck at TMU!
Kyle Coppola was born in Newton, Massachusetts and received his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Communications from Curry College in 2016. After traveling to Florida on a family vacation, he decided he could not get enough of the warm weather and made the move from snowy Massachusetts to central Florida 8 years ago.
For the last decade Kyle has gained valuable experience in social media content creation, marketing and sales, writing, video production, sports announcing and even broadcasting for local radio stations, such as FM 102.9 in The Villages and FM 91.5 in Massachusetts. Every year he volunteers at The Villages Charter High School as a play-by-play sports announcer for the football games as well as a public address announcer for the basketball games, including the annual Battle at The Villages Tournament.
Outside the office Kyle is a husband and father to two beautiful girls along with their cat. In his spare time he likes to spend time with his family, travel, play golf and swim. He is also a huge sports junkie and even bigger motorsports fan and loves to attend racing events when he can.
