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JuliaGrosso
- position Forward
- height 5-8
- class Fifth Year
- Hometown Sunrise, Florida
- Major Exercise Science
- High school St. Thomas High School
- Played club soccer for Sunrise FC in Florida under the direction of Scott Shewey
- With Sunrise, she was part of a State Cup championship team, in addition to being regional runners-up
- With St. Thomas High School, she won the state championship her sophomore season and was a state quarterfinalist her junior year in addition to being named All-County
- Why Grosso chose Kentucky: “I chose Kentucky for many reasons. I want high-level soccer and a school that is going to push me to get better every day. I want to get as far as I can. I love the family aspect of Kentucky and it’s the perfect fit for me. I love the mindset and strive to be the be the best, and I feel honored to be a part of the growth of the school. The staff and the coaches are a big reason why I chose Kentucky, also.”
Carry on Grosso: “Julia is an athletic, technical player from Sunrise Soccer Club, who joins us after spending numerous years under the tutelage of former UK men’s player, Scott Shewey. Julia is a player who can open up defenses and has an eye for goal. I know she will become an instant fan favorite.”