Former NorthWood kicker Dominic De Freitas enters transfer portal from Appalachian State

BOONE, N.C. (WNDU) - Former NorthWood High School kicker Dominic De Freitas has entered the transfer portal from Appalachian State University.

De Freitas announced his decision to transfer on social media Friday.

During his freshman season at Appalachian State, De Freitas made 21 of his 27 field goal attempts. His longest field goal was 49 yards. All six of his misses came from the 40-49 yard range, while he was perfect on all field goals from 39 yards or shorter.

De Freitas also converted all 33 of his extra point attempts this season.

The former Panthers kicker was one of the top-ranked kickers in the Class of 2025. During his senior season at NorthWood, he made a state-record 62-yard field goal.

De Freitas converted 26 field goals and 187 extra points during his high school career. He also played soccer for the Panthers.

He has three years of college football eligibility remaining.