Pellissippi State Women’s Soccer Star Sade Lee Earns All-American Status

Pellissippi State Women’s Soccer Star Sade Lee Earns All-American Status
November 28, 2023

Knoxville, TN - Pellissippi State Women’s Soccer Star Sade Lee Earns All-American Status

Coming off the first year in program history, Pellissippi star forward Sade Lee has earned NJCAA Division 1 All-American Honors. Sade accumulated 11 goals (Four of which were game-winners), 4 assists, and 26 points, while also earning TCCAA Player of the Year. Highlighting her season at Pellissippi State, Sade had thrilling goals that lifted the Panthers over rivals. Memorably, she scored the game-winning goal against Columbia State with 15 seconds remaining in the match. 

Sade, a native of East Tennessee and former Oak Ridge Wildcat, was a crucial part in the formation and success of the inaugural team at Pellissippi State. Head Coach Mariana Diaz (TCCAA Coach of the Year) Had this to say about Sade: "It means the absolute world for Sade to win this award. It set the culture that we are building for this program and the Student-athletes that will come after."

"We are extremely proud of her work ethic and the buy in she has shown. This is a remarkable award and it highlights great players. Sade has been incredible for us, this is just the beginning for her and this program. Her work is a testament to what the JUCO experience offers. It gives you time to develop and to showcase yourself. We have the resources to help elevate our student athletes, Sade has bought in to the standards, and has shown dedication in her development."
 
Sade commented:
 
"I want to express my gratitude for receiving the All-American Award. The countless hours of hard work and dedication have truly paid off, and I am incredibly thankful for this recognition. Big thank you to the entire Pellissippi athletic staff, community, and my teammates for their support and encouragement throughout this journey. I am deeply honored and humbled by this recognition, and I can't wait to see what exciting opportunities the future holds. This achievement marks a milestone, but it is just the beginning."

 

Sade has completed her time at Pellissippi State and is looking for a four-year institution to continue her amazing soccer career. Sade can be contacted at sadeleetn@gmail.com for coaches interested in recruiting her.