Sports
Riverwood Students Make Athletic Commitments
Skyler de Groot will play football at Elon University while Amira James will play softball at Alabama State University.
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Two students at Riverwood International Charter School recently made official commitments to continue their athletic careers at the post-secondary level.
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Senior Skyler de Groot signed a scholarship to play football for Elon University. He was recruited to play kicker. The future Phoenix’s high school career highlights include:
- A 43-yeard field goal with only 30 seconds to go
- Soccer: Defensive Player of the Year
- Football: Best record in the region
- IB diploma candidate
- Honors society
Skyler is the son of Vicki and Eric de Groot of Sandy Springs.
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Additionally, senior Amira James signed a scholarship to play softball for Alabama State University. She was recruited to play outfield. The future Hornet’s high school career highlights include:
- 1st Team All-region (2014)
- Captain, MVP and Offensive Player of the Year
Amira is the daughter of Chris and Shade Patterson of south Fulton County.
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Photo 1: Skyler de Groot
Photo 2: Amira James
Photo credits: Riverwood International Charter School
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