After graduating from high school, he attended the University of Virginia where he was a defender on the men's soccer team from 1991 to 1995. During Peay's four seasons, the Cavaliers won the NCAA championship four consecutive years.
Peay's educational journey began after high school, as he enrolled at the University of Virginia, where he played soccer and was part of the men's team from 1991 to 1995. Under his guidance, the Cavaliers secured a remarkable streak of winning the NCAA championship title for four consecutive years.