By MARK REY MONTEJO
Fil-British Heather swimmer White has committed verbally to continue her academic and athletic career at Duke University, the rising star announced this on her social media on Friday, July 5.
The 17-year-old White, who is being eyed for the 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Thailand next year, disclosed her move in Durham, North Carolina, expressing her excitement even as she thanked her loved ones for their unwavering support.
“I am thrilled to announce my verbal commitment to continue my academic and athletic career at Duke University!” White wrote on his social media post.
“I have been blessed with the endless support from all my coaches, friends, and family who have stuck by me throughout my journey,” the proud daughter of P.E teacher Jenny added. “And to my parents, I would not have this opportunity without their unconditional support and sacrifice.”
The Vietnam-based beauty recently took part in a Canadian event in hopes of boosting her Federation Internationale de Natation (FINA) points so she can earn a Universality place – a slot given to the highest-ranked male and female swimmer.
Though White made an impressive display in the said event, it was Fil-Canadian Kayla Sanchez who emerged with the highest points in the women’s category and Jarod Hatch in the men’s side.
“Thank you to the coaching staff and the team at Duke for making me feel welcome and directing me throughout this process. GO BLUE DEVILS!” she concluded.
Last February, White alongside Jasmine Mojdeh and Jamesray Ajido impressed in the 11th Asian Age Group Swimming Championships in New Clark City.
White bagged with a couple of bronze medals while Ajido produced the country’s lone gold medal.
Ajido also took silver and bronze medals while Mojdeh added a bronze.
