VERNON, CT. (WFSB) - Molly Wilson never imagined that following her dad’s suggestion to try football would lead to rewriting Connecticut high school sports history.

The Rockville High School senior has shattered multiple state records as the team’s place kicker, becoming the one of the most successful female kickers in Connecticut history.

She holds the record for most points scored in a game, most extra points made, and most career points by a female kicker in state history.

“The fact that there was even records to break for a female playing football is just amazing,” she said.

Wilson has served as Rockville’s place kicker since her freshman year, joining the team at her father’s encouragement despite her initial hesitation.

“My dad was kind of the one who got me into it. So, he real

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