18 Julie Thompson
18 - Julie Thompson
Height: 5-5
Year: Junior
Hometown: Knoxville, Tenn.
High School: Christian Academy of Knoxville
Previous College: Tennessee Tech
Position: D
Major: Interior Design

Brizard on Thompson: "Providing experience at right back, Julie will once again be looked upon to secure the right side of our defense. A solid 1v1 defender, she can also provide needed atteck out of the back."

In 2010 (Sophomore): Although she fought through an ankle injury, Julie still managed to start and play in 13 games as a sophomore, playing a key role on the right side of the Golden Eagle defense.

In 2009 (Freshman): Julie did not see much bench time, as she logged over 1900 minutes at midfield. Tied for third on the team in assists. She had only one shot in 2009, but her durability proved to be a valuable asset for the Golden Eagles all season long.

HIGH SCHOOL: Julie is a three-time all-district, all-region, and all-state selection, and a two-time state champion at Christian Academy of Knoxville, and helped her team to an undefeated season in 2006. She was a first-team all-prep extra in 2008, and second-team all-prep extra in 2007. In three years, Julie has scored 37 goals, and has 20 assists.

PERSONAL: Daughter of Derry and Cathy Thompson...born July 26, 1990...full name is Julie Christine Thompson...majoring in interior design.