2012 Signee: Kimberlyn Schindler
Posted: January 26th, 2012, 9:50 pm
Hampton Roads (VA) Daily Press wrote:Denbigh Baptist's Schindler makes plans for college and beyondClick Here for Full Story
After volleyball for Liberty, she wants to be a missionary
Photo courtesy of Denbigh Baptist Christian School Surrounded by her family and coaches, Kimberlyn Schindler accepts volleyball scholarship to Liberty University. (Photo courtesy of Denbigh Baptist, Daily Press / March 29, 2011)
By Jim McGrathSpecial to the Daily Press
10:35 a.m. EST, January 26, 2012
In the world of sports, we are sometimes introduced to athletes who transcend the game in which they compete. As an example, Muhammad Ali recently turned 70. In spite of the fact that he hasn't boxed in over 30 years, even people who weren't born when he last fought know of the man self-labeled as "The Greatest."
This could be from the accomplishments of his legendary athletic career, but also because of his work as an ambassador, philanthropist and activist. The image of Ali lighting the Olympic torch in Atlanta over 15 years ago is embedded in the minds of many.
Such athletes are rare, but not obsolete. At Denbigh Baptist, Kimberlyn Schindler has put herself in a unique position, one which combines her athletic talent with a greater humanitarian purpose.
