Leila Gerry

Incoming research assistant to Professor Kassandra Miller of the Classics Department. Will conduct research in the areas of ___ to contribute to the publication of chapters of a book on ___.

• Devote 20-25 hours per week (year-round) to duties as Athlete, Treasurer and Manager (Fall 15 v. 15, Winter 7 v. 7, Spring 7 v. 7 leagues).
• National Quarterfinals (D3) (Fall 2023)
• 3rd in the Nation (D3) (Spring 2024)
• Only Sophomore named to 1st Team All Conference (Fall 2024); starter since Freshman year.
• Work with other members of leadership team and Colby athletics department to manage yearly expenditures of approximately $40,000.
• Foster positive atmosphere. promoting teamwork and recruiting and mentoring younger players.

• Meet weekly with local middle school student, building trust and open communication channels for ongoing support and guidance in the face of an unstable home life.

• 2022 Washington State Young Female Referee of the Year Award
• Refereed/assistant refereed over 300 premier-level soccer games in the greater Seattle region, including ECNL (Elite Club National League) and Girls Academy League matches.
• Referee for both SYSA (Seattle Youth Soccer Association) and EYSA (Eastside Youth Soccer Association)
• Promoted good sportsmanship among players and spectators.
• Utilized strong decision-making skills under pressure,
• Navigated difficult situations using effective communication.

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• USSF (United States Soccer Federation) Grassroots Coaching License
• Promoted love of game by assisting players with understanding positioning, play techniques, and teamwork strategies.
• Built positive, productive training environments fostering team unity and camaraderie.
• Maintained player safety through careful practice and game supervision.
• Developed and led age- and ability-appropriate soccer training drills.

Served as a volunteer assistant art and gym teacher at a free summer program for low-income refugee and immigrant high school students, executing curriculum that incorporated English reading and writing work into art and gym class, providing structure and consistency.