Atlantic senior Taylor McCreedy made her college decision official on Tuesday by signing her scholarship agreement with Iowa Central Community College. McCreedy celebrated the occasion with her family and coaches at a ceremony at the Atlantic High School. McCreedy said the decision came down to Iowa Central and Dordt and she ultimately felt the academic and athletic fit was at Iowa Central.

Iowa Central Head Cross Country Coach Nick Ekel said they know Taylor has what it takes to succeed at the next level because of what she has fought through in her athletic career already.

Taylor said another reason she was drawn to Iowa Central was because their coaching staff continued to maintain a positive relationship with her, even when she was recovering from injury. Her parents also echoed those sentiments and felt that Iowa Central kept supporting her and it makes them feel better that they know the coaching staff will always have her best interest in mind. Director of Track & Field and Cross Country Dee Brown said he thinks Taylor will bring the right attributes to the program.

McCreedy was a four time State Qualifier for the Trojans and finished as high as 6th place at the State Meet. Taylor said she is excited to get back to her old pre-injury self and see what she can accomplish.

The Tritons program has been very successful. The Women’s Indoor Track and Field team and the Women’s Cross Country team both just finished as NJCAA National Runner-Ups this year.