Athlete of the week: Shamrocks soccer player getting offensive in new role

Westfield High School senior Coltie Carson had built a reputation as one of the top defenders in girls high school soccer in central Indiana.

Now, she is working on a fresh challenge.

First-year Shamrocks coach Rachel Fulkerson has moved Carson from the center back position to attacking midfielder.

“It’s a little different, but it’s a little more fun, and I get to push forward more and have more opportunities to attack and score,” Carson said. “I’m getting more comfortable with it.”

Fulkerson said she knew Carson would be up for the challenge.

“With this (role), she is bringing another level of threat to our offense,” said Fulkerson, who replaced Hannah Eggert as coach. “Coltie is a vocal and physical presence for us on the field. Coltie is just an overall reliable, hardworking player