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Jamie Wellington is a 1995 graduate who served as a captain and leader in both the soccer program and the athletics department. He is ranked in the top 10 in at least 9 different statistical categories as a player and ranks number 1 all time in:
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Goals in a season – 44
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Goals in a career – 97
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Points in a season – 100
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Career points – 222
After graduation, Jamie earned a Masters Degree in Physical Education, served as an assistant coach at the collegiate level and then played professional soccer for 7 years, including a stint with the Missionary Athletes International owned Charlotte Eagles.
Jamie has demonstrated his commitment to sports ministry through his time with the Eagles, multiple short-term missions trips as a player and coach and as a teacher on the topic. He spent 5 years working with children with special needs as an adaptive Physical Education teacher and currently works as a high school PE teacher and varsity boys’ soccer coach in Lawrenceville, GA.
When asked what induction into the Hall of Honor meant to him, Jamie said, “I am grateful for the many opportunities I had while a student at Houghton and for the impact my time there has had on my life. It was a privilege to play for Coach Burke and to represent Houghton on the soccer field. To be inducted into the Hall of Honor is a humbling tribute.”
During his time here at Houghton and in his life since Jamie has consistently lived a life of commitment to Christ. His wife, Mandi, his children Drew and Julie and his family join him here today.
It is our privilege to honor Jamie Wellington with induction into the Houghton College Hall of Honor for his contributions as a soccer player. Please join us in congratulating him today.
