Freedom High School diver, Madison Young, recently signed a National Letter of Intent with Marshall University in Huntington, W.Va.

In a press release, Marshall University diving coach Andrew Helmich said, “Madison is exactly the type of student-athlete that we want here at Marshall University. She is talented, hard-working and intelligent. I know that the athletes as well as the coaching staff are excited about her being a part of this team, and I am certain that the future holds big things for Madison.”

The Patriot senior holds the Freedom school record and the Northampton High School pool record in diving.

“I was excited [about the pool record], but more excited that it was my highest score this season,” Young said.

Young is the third member of the Marshall University swimming and diving recruiting Class of 2020.

“I was looking at a bunch of colleges, and I went on a recruiting visit. I stayed overnight with a diver and met the whole team. The team has a close bond, and that’s something I was looking for. The coach is positive and motivational. He’s a really good coach,” said Young.

Young plans to enter the nursing program at Marshall.

“I’m looking forward to getting the opportunity to dive year-round and to be part of a large, college team,” she said.