KENNESAW, Ga. – Sophomore Emely Sosa will represent Kennesaw State as a member of the Dominican Republic U-20 National Soccer Team when she competes in the qualifying rounds of the Sub-20 World Cup France in Saint Kitts and Nevis, on the islands of Jamaica and Haiti. The second round of qualifiers are Nov. 20-27.
 
"It is truly an honor and I am excited for the great opportunity to represent the Dominican Republic playing a sport that I love," Sosa said. "The atmosphere and passion over there is like no other, and it makes me appreciate the game so much more. I am looking forward to helping the team advance to the next round of qualifications for the World Cup France 2018."
 
The last time Sosa played for the Dominican Republic U-20 National team was her sophomore year of high school at the 2015 Concacaf Qualifier. The U-20 National Team will scrimmage Cuba in the Dominican Republic this weekend before competing in the qualifiers.
 
"I am extremely excited that Emely has this opportunity to represent the Dominican Republic in the U-20 World Cup qualifying," Kennesaw State head coach Benji Walton said. "To compete at the international level against some of the best players in the world is a tremendous experience and one that I believe Emely will learn a great deal from.
 
"I know she is honored and proud to represent both her family and our program at the next stage," Walton added.  "We look forward to watching and cheering her on from Kennesaw."
 
To keep up with the latest Kennesaw State soccer news follow the team on Twitter @KSUOwlNation and @KSUOwlsSoccer or by liking Kennesaw State University on Facebook.
 
Fifth Third Bank is the Official Bank of Kennesaw State Athletics. Fifth Third Bank Stadium is the home of women's soccer, women's lacrosse and football.
 

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