Three
student-athletes make commitments official November 29
Indian Hill High School
(IHHS) congratulates seniors and student-athletes Anna Podojil, Patrick Farist,
and Wyatt Fruland who committed to continue both their academic and athletic
careers during a College Signing Ceremony Thursday, November 29.
“These commitments are the
result of years of focused training and deep dedication to pursue a passion to
compete,” said IHHS Athletic Director Matt Haskamp. “This is a moment for our
entire Brave Family to celebrate; we are incredibly proud of Anna, Patrick, and
Wyatt for all they have accomplished as Braves, and we look forward to watching
each of them write the next chapters in their amazing stories.”
Anna Podojil –
Soccer, University of Arkansas
Anna Podojil is the reigning
Gatorade Player of the Year and two-time Miss Soccer Ohio Player of the Year;
she was a member of the back-to-back Ohio Division II Lady Braves Soccer State
Championship Team. Podojil holds the school record for goals in a career
(117), and she is second in school history with assists (51). She also holds
the school record for goals in a season (38) set in 2017. In addition to
her record-setting soccer career at Indian Hill High School, Podojil is also a
State Champion in track.
“I would like to thank
everyone in the Indian Hill Community for the endless support over the last
four years,” said Podojil. “Without this amazing school and all of the
opportunities it offers, I would not be here. Most importantly I would
like to thank my parents, siblings, teammates, coaches, friends, and teachers
for pushing me to be my best each and every day. I would not be the person
I am today without their constant support and encouragement. I am very
excited to go back to my childhood home to continue my soccer career at the
University of Arkansas – go Razorbacks!”
Patrick Farist – Lacrosse,
Barton College
Patrick Farist is a 4-year
varsity Indian Hill Lacrosse player who has earned All-State two times (2017,
2018). He is a three-time All-Region player (2016, 2017, 2018), and a 2-year
varsity letterman in wrestling.
“Thank you Indian Hill for
giving me lessons on being a better individual and giving me lessons for life;
for that I am grateful,” said Farist. “Here’s to another great four
years.”
Wyatt Fruland – Lacrosse,
University of Tampa
Wyatt Fruland has earned a
number of accolades during 2018, including: First Team All-State and Region;
Regional Attackman of the Year; First Team Greater Cincinnati All-Star; Team
MVP; and he tied the state record for points in a season (127). Additionally,
Fruland was First Team All-State in 2017; he is a 4-year varsity lacrosse
player.
“I am beyond grateful to have
been part of such an amazing school and community in Indian Hill,” said
Fruland. “I have been so fortunate to have supportive and strong people in my
life who have gotten me here today. Thank you to my parents, family, friends,
coaches, teachers, and teammates. I could not be more excited or proud to end
my high school career with this school and team. I am looking forward to taking
all the things I have experienced and learned with me to Tampa.”
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