Avery King
Midfielder
Lancaster, Pa.
Lancaster Mennonite
Virginia Tech women’s soccer has signed Avery King to the 2027 recruiting class. King, a midfielder from Lancaster, Pa., played club soccer with Penn Fusion Soccer Academy and PA Classics. She was a three-time GA Conference Talent ID and two-time GA National Talent ID invitee with PA Classics. At Lancaster Mennonite High School, King earned First Team Section 4 and All-League three times, along with Section 4 MVP and All-State honors in 2026. She also played basketball for her high school team.
Why did you choose Virginia Tech? I chose Virginia Tech because I believe it is the place where I will be able to grow and stretch myself the most as a player and a person. The beautiful campus, team culture and academic environment all combined to make VT feel like a place where I can thrive.
What was your favorite thing about your visit? My favorite part about my visit was meeting the other girls in my class and spending extended time with the current players. These things combined make me so excited about coming in 2027!
What excites you the most about being part of Virginia Tech women’s soccer? I am so excited for the opportunity to push myself to my max and become the best soccer player that I can while competing in the ACC, all while forming close bonds with my teammates! I am also looking forward to contributing to a team with such a strong culture and tradition alongside girls who share similar goals and a passion for the sport.
What are your soccer strengths? I am a very versatile player; I have played almost every position on the field. I also have good field vision and passing ability and can contribute some speed to run onto through balls. I love getting forward, being able to get involved in the attack and having the ability to take shots on either foot.
Who is your favorite pro player and why? Kevin De Bruyne. I love how he is able to find passes that no one else on the field saw and execute them perfectly. I also appreciate how he is always willing to take players on and push forward to find the goal.
What do you plan on majoring in? Exercise and Health Science
What is one thing you want Virginia Tech fans to know about you? I am a very hardworking individual and am incredibly excited for the opportunity to represent this team!
