CC Goalie Sierra Verplancke signs with Dakota State University

Following the signing of her letter of commitment to Sierra Verplancke play soccer at Dakota State University, Sierra Verplancke, center, is joined by other members of the Casper Collge Women’s Soccer team. L-r: Olivia Riches, Gracie Dennis, Kaylinn Gallup, Brittney Egbert, Emmy Finlinson, Macy Sickler, Jessa Lynn, Jessie Murray, and Elianne Couture. (Casper College photo)

Casper College Women’s Soccer player Sierra Verplancke has signed to play on the inaugural women’s soccer team at Dakota State University beginning in the fall of 2025.

Casper College Women’s Soccer team member Sierra Verplancke signs her letter of commitment to play soccer at Dakota State University. Her parents, Jodi and Jim Verplancke stand behind her. (Casper College photo)

Verplancke, from Buffalo, Wyoming, played two years for the Thunderbirds as a goalkeeper. She played in six games with one start in her sophomore year and had a .64 goals-against average with an 80% save.

“We are very excited to watch her continue her academic and athletic career at a brand-new program,” said Jocelyn Norcross, assistant coach.

Upon Verplancke’s official signing, the DSU Women’s Soccer team posted on its Instagram account: “The first of our 2025 sophomores has signed to play at the next level! We are proud to congratulate Sierra Verplancke from Buffalo, Wyoming, on her commitment to Dakota State University Women’s soccer.”

The DSU Lady Trojans play in the North Star Athletic Association in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics.

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