Savannah Barnett Signs to Play Soccer at Spaulding

Hopkins County Central goalkeeper continues steady rise with college commitment

Mar. 26, 2026 at 8:03am

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Savannah Barnett, a standout goalkeeper for Hopkins County Central High School's girls soccer team, has signed to play at Spalding University in Louisville, Kentucky. Over her three seasons as a starter, Barnett recorded 474 saves and 22 shutouts, earning All-District and All-Region honors as a senior.

Why it matters

Barnett's signing continues a trend of talented high school athletes from the region committing to play at the college level, showcasing the strength of the local soccer programs and the opportunities available for student-athletes to continue their careers.

The details

As a junior in 2024, Barnett recorded 160 saves and posted seven shutouts. By her senior season in 2025, that number dropped to 109 saves (5.7 per game) as the Lady Storm's defensive unit improved, while her impact remained evident with eight shutouts. Barnett said the demands of the goalkeeper position require consistent effort and a willingness to improve, crediting her training with varsity goalkeepers and club coaches for her development.

  • Barnett signed to play soccer at Spalding University on March 25, 2026.
  • As a junior in 2024, Barnett recorded 160 saves and posted seven shutouts.
  • In her senior season in 2025, Barnett had 109 saves (5.7 per game) and eight shutouts.

The players

Savannah Barnett

A standout goalkeeper for Hopkins County Central High School's girls soccer team who has signed to play at Spalding University in Louisville, Kentucky.

Spalding University

A NCAA Division III institution in Louisville, Kentucky that competes in the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference and has continued to build its women's soccer program in recent years.

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What they’re saying

“I don't think I could have been where I was without the work I did. I was training with a varsity goalkeeper when I was in eighth grade, and then training with Jennifer Duggar, and then I was training at my club place. It took a lot to get to where I was.”

— Savannah Barnett, Goalkeeper

“It takes a lot of effort. You have to want to be there. You have to put in the work. You have to show up. That's what I did, and I was able to do what I am today.”

— Savannah Barnett, Goalkeeper

“I was looking for something closer to my family. I have a niece, and she's young, I didn't want to miss out on all of it. They were super inviting, asked me to come to a game. They were very welcoming. They had me hang out with one of their teammates, took me to their dorm, and made sure to talk to me after. They were just overall super nice, and that's what I was looking for.”

— Savannah Barnett, Goalkeeper

What’s next

Barnett will begin her collegiate soccer career at Spalding University in the fall of 2026.

The takeaway

Savannah Barnett's signing with Spalding University showcases the talent and dedication of high school athletes in the region, as well as the opportunities available for them to continue playing at the college level and pursue their academic and athletic goals.