Wingate University Athletics

2017: Lily Butler played in eight games, making two starts during her first season as a Bulldog…She notched two assists, three shots on goal and 369 minutes played…Had an assist in the 2-1 double overtime win at Lander...Assisted in the overtime game-winner against Newberry to give Wingate the 1-0 victory. 

Personal
Full name is Lily Anne Butler... Born on March 23, 1999 in Sanford, Florida...Daughter of Lori and Paul Butler... Majoring in Exercise Science... Favorite athlete: Lionel Messi... Favorite sports team: US Women’s National Soccer team…  Favorite movie: She’s the Man …Favorite TV Show: Friends… Lily can’t imagine a week without: dogs… Favorite Food: French Fries… Most memorable sports moment: Scoring the winning goal in State Cup… Favorite sport to play other than soccer: Beach Volleyball… People Lily most admires: Her sister… How Lily gets ready for a game: Listens to pump up music… Something people don't know about Lily: I know pi to 30 decimal places… Nickname: Lil… Favorite quote: “Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment"

Why Lily chose Wingate: 
Aside from the great coaching staff and soccer program, the friendly environment and beautiful campus drew me to Wingate. It also offers great opportunities for study abroad and the Pre-Physical Therapy program.