GCC’s Gretz, Norwin’s Durmis make Division I soccer commitments

By: Bill Beckner Jr.
Friday, April 26, 2019 | 2:47 PM

Westmoreland County has become a hot spot for high-end girls soccer recruiting and two more rising standouts are making sure the trend continues.

Greensburg Central Catholic freshman Tatum Gretz and Norwin sophomore Anna Durmis announced commitments to Division I college programs.

Gretz, the next in a long line of explosive goal-scorers at GCC, gave a verbal pledge to Villanova.

Durmis, another talented midfielder, said she is headed to William & Mary.

Gretz scored 30 goals in her first varsity season and was an All-WPIAL selection. GCC reached the WPIAL Class A semifinals.

Durmis helped Norwin win a section title with a perfect record (12-0) and a spot in the WPIAL Class 4A semis. She was a Big 5/6 Conference honorable mention pick.

Both girls play for the Pittsburgh Riverhounds Academy, on the same 2003 Elite Club National League team.

I am beyond excited to announce my verbal commitment to play Division 1 soccer at Villanova University. I wanted to thank @JasonKutney, @HoundsAcademy , @houndsspeed , all my teammates, and my family for everything! Go Wildcats! pic.twitter.com/bEgH4XsGj3

— Tatum Gretz (@GretzTatum) April 25, 2019

Congratulations to 03 RDA @theECNL MF Tatum Gretz on her commitment to @NovaWSoccer – Another LadyHound headed to a top soccer program and school! ??? https://t.co/eqwnu8ZIFE

— The Riverhounds Academy (@HoundsAcademy) April 25, 2019

I am thrilled to announce that I have verbally committed to William and Mary! Thanks to my teammates, coaches, and especially @JasonKutney @HoundsAcademy for making me the player I am today. Huge thanks to Coach Shackford and Lycan for this incredible opportunity. #GoTribe pic.twitter.com/1dr44Pqdnq

— Anna D (@AnnaD82820218) April 26, 2019

Another one!

Congrats to 03 RDA @theECNL MF Anna Durmis on her commitment to @WMTribeWSOC – Anna will join 01 LadyHound Elaina Longjohn at W&M in 2021! https://t.co/OwlArIybZY

— The Riverhounds Academy (@HoundsAcademy) April 26, 2019

Bill Beckner Jr. is a TribLive reporter covering local sports in Westmoreland County. He can be reached at bbeckner@triblive.com.

Tags: Greensburg C.C., Norwin