2024 Mia Ward
commits to Appalachian State University!

Player Name: Mia Ward
Grad Year: 2024
College Choice: Appalachian State University (D1)
Date Committed: November 22, 2022
State: California
High School: Canyon Hills
Club: HTC CA
Position: Defense/Forward
Honors/Accomplishments: 2022 Rise Championship, 2021 U16 Selection Camp, U16 Stars & Stripes Game, AAU Junior Olympics, U16 Nexus Championship, Under Armor Select Game
 What will you major in/study?: Biology
Why did you choose this school?: I committed to App State because as soon as I stepped onto campus it felt like home! The setting and the education, plus an amazing coaching staff in Coach Dawson and Coach Dinsmore, made it an easy decision for my twin sister, Cameron, and I.
Other Colleges considered: Various ACC, A10, MAC, Patriot, CAA, Big East, Ivy and America East schools
Who would you like to thank?: I’d like to thank my Mom and Dad for always supporting me and giving me the opportunity to achieve my goals. I’d also like to thank my coaches, especially Coach Mika Black at HTC CA, for supporting me always. Thank you to my family and friends who all made the time to cheer for me and watch me play. Thank you to my teammates at Canyon Hills and HTC CA who always make hockey fun, even when it’s hard! Huge thanks to my sister, Cameron, for always being my passing partner!Â