Salem College

JUNIOR (2024): A staple in the Salem lineup, Powell appeared in 14 matches over the course of the season, earning 12 starts along the way … a top defender for the Spirits, she played a key role in helping Salem battle to three one-goal differences in USA South Conference action. 

SOPHOMORE (2023): Played and started 15 matches for the Spirits on the season … had two shots on the slate, which came against Brevard (Oct. 3) and Greensboro (Oct. 28) … a primary defender for the Spirits, Powell helped the Spirits hold opposing offenses to a .079 shot percentage after attempting 507 shots and 237 shots on goal.

FIRST YEAR (2022): Played in all 18 matches for the Spirits, making 17 starts along the way … played a key role in helping the Salem defense to limit opponents to 33 goals, 22 assists (88 points) as well as a .108 shot percentage along with 150 shots on goal (.490 shots on goal percentage) … attempted one shot and one shot on goal … made a start in her collegiate debut against Regent (Sept. 3) … the shot on goal attempt came against Carolina University (Sept. 24).

PREP: Graduated from East Burke High School in June 2022 … competed in three sports over the course of her high school career, including tennis (two years), soccer (three) and basketball (four) … played tennis under the direction of Crystal Bartlett and Hailey Whisnant … was a member of head coach Samuel Wall’s soccer program for three seasons … competed for Crystal Bartlett in basketball … received honorable mention All-Conference honors for soccer in 2021 … named as an All-County performer on the soccer field following the 2021 campaign … earned Most Valuable Defense Player honors for the 2021 soccer season … reached the North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA) State Playoffs on three occasions in basketball, winning two league titles along the way … made one appearance in the NCHSAA State Playoffs in soccer. 

PERSONAL: Serenity Powell … daughter of Jennifer and Ryan Powell … born on January 16, 2004 … has five siblings, including Haven, Ashton, Daniel, Hunter and Addison … a North Carolina Scholar … earned Magna Cum Laude recognition as well as a Global Endorsement … member of the News and Views Club.