GOSHEN, Ind. – Looking to continue the winning tradition of the Goshen College men’s soccer program, head coach Tavi Mounsithiraj has announced the signing of former Northridge High School (Middlebury, Ind.) standout Justin ‘Bo’ Grant.
“This is very exciting news to have Bo coming to Goshen after spending a semester at Indiana University,” said Mounsithiraj of Grant, who will be eligible to compete with high school teammate Luke Woodworth in the fall. “I think Grant will come in and compete for us right away.”
The midfielder was a three-year starter for Northridge, who won the section and regional championships each of Grant’s three years as a starter. Leading the Raiders to three semi-state games, Grant was named All Northern Lake Conference three times and to the all-district team twice.
“Grant is very good with the ball, plays great one-on-one defense, distributes the ball well, and can play anywhere on the field,” explained Mounsithiraj. “What I like about Grant the most is that he plays 100% all the time. He is going to out-hustle anyone he plays against.”
“Grant is a very good passer, very competitive, and un-selfish, doing whatever it takes to win matches,” said Northridge Head Coach Todd Woodworth of Grant, who was a two-time captain. “He was a leader on and off the field. Goshen College is picking up a very fine player and just a great kid to have around.”
Not just a standout on the soccer pitch – the son of Linda and Kevin Grant – Bo was a very good student at Northridge. Grant held a 3.5 grade point average throughout high school and is planning on majoring in accounting at Goshen.
“I enjoy the small campus and small class atmospheres better than the big university,” said Grant of his decision to transfer. “I really missed soccer and if I am going to play soccer anywhere I wanted to go to Goshen and play for Coach Tavi.”
“We are not only getting a solid player, but we are also getting a very intelligent kid!” said Mounsithiraj. “I am so happy that Grant decided to transfer to GC. He will fit in well with our playing system, but more than anything else, he will make a great addition to our student community and our campus.”
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Bo Grant with Coach Tavi 
