Before Nebraska
Karli Williams, a native of Gretna, was a 2023 first-team Super-State selection, a two-time Lincoln Journal Star Super State first-team honoree and a 2024 OWH All-State Second Team selection, playing for Coach Chase Hutchison at Gretna East High School. The midfielder helped Gretna to two Class A State Championships and a 44-0 combined record, before transferring to Gretna East where she earned her third State Championship and a 21-1 record.
On the club side, Williams competed at the Gretna Elite Academy on the club side for Coach Jon Brezenski, earning 2023 first-team ECNL Midwest Conference and 2021/2022 ECNL second-team Midwest Conference honors.
Personal
Karli is the daughter of Shawn and Cindy Williams. She has one brother, Cooper, and is majoring in kinesiology.
Williams on Nebraska
“I chose Nebraska because of the amazing people and the facilities, while giving me the opportunity to stay close to home.”