LA VERNE, CA — Head Coach Lauryn Pehanich has announced the 2020 recruiting class for the University of La Verne women's soccer team.
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Jessica Barksdale
Previous School: Mt. San Antonio College
From Coach Pehanich
"Jessie is a small and athletic player that is going to cause disruption for our opponents with her pace. She is going to be difficult to deal with on the outside of the field and is going to be a great asset for La Verne women's soccer."
From Jessica
"I chose La Verne because it was the best option for me to stay close and be around my family while I focus on my education, also giving me the opportunity to play the sport I love most."
Jessica Korytowski
Previous School: College of Southern Nevada
From Coach Pehanich
"Jess is a mature player that comes to us from the College of Southern Nevada. A solid 6 that is strong, ends plays, makes herself available and keeps the ball moving. We are excited to see her in action on the field."
From Jess
"I chose La Verne because I feel its a perfect place for me both academically and to continue my love for soccer. Coming back to my home state of California was very important to me and a huge part of my decision. I am super excited to see what the next couple years have in store for me while working for my bachelor's degree and making my mark on the team."
Giselle Lopez
Previous School: Santa Monica College
From Coach Pehanich
"As a transfer from Santa Monica College, Giselle brings a sense of understanding to the game that I know we will utilize. She was a captain and leader of her program at SMC and we can't wait to put into use her leadership and skillset into the backline."
From Giselle
"I am excited to become a Leo as this program represents tradition, hard work, dedication, and the value of family."
Maryanne Maisterra
Previous School: Sunny Hills High School
From Coach Pehanich
"Maryanne brings great size and a good sense of defensive awareness to our backline. She has a willingness to go forward and I know over her four years at La Verne she is going to have a great impact."
From Maryanne
"I chose the University of La Verne because I love the campus, class sizes, and I'm still close to home. I can't wait for the years to come!"
Hayden Melin
Previous School: San Juan Hills High School
From Coach Pehanich
"Hayden brings a calmness to the middle of the field so I am very excited to continue to help her develop. She has great vision and is very simple on the ball which is a great attribute for a center midfielder."
From Hayden
"I chose La Verne because of the smaller class sizes, sense of community, and the ability to challenge myself athletically & academically."
Cassidy Mount
Previous School: Mt. San Antonio College
From Coach Pehanich
"Cassidy brings a wealth of experience to the goalkeeper position from playing at different levels to even coaching at the junior college level. I know that her maturity and vocal ability will be an asset to the program."
From Cassidy
"I chose La Verne because I feel like it's a great place to not only further my soccer career but my education as well."
Amanda Perez
Previous School: Gabrielino High School
From Coach Pehanich
"Amanda is a versatile athlete that is very vocal, aggressive, and hard-working. She has a tremendous upside and we are very excited about her commitment and how she is going to benefit the team."
From Amanda
"I have chosen La Verne because I have been offered the opportunity to continue playing this game that I've loved since a young-in. I'm greatly looking forward to furthering my education here at this beautiful campus."
Chole Robinson
Previous School: Compton College
From Coach Pehanich
"Chloe has had two years of experience at the junior college level and I am excited to help her continue her successful career. She has a great work ethic, attitude, and willingness to learn, and with those three attributes I know she is going to go far on the field for us."
From Chole
"I chose La Verne to continue my studies at an institution that is highly regarded in my career choice in the education field."
Evelyn Saldivar
Previous School: Cypress High School
From Coach Pehanich
"Evelyn was a late commitment that we can't believe we snagged up. She brings great size and athleticism to the goal. Her footwork and ability to get up well and down quickly is going to add to some great competition to our goalkeeper group."
From Evelyn
"I chose the University of La Verne because of its well-rounded education program, strong sense of community, and for the opportunity to continue playing soccer!"
Tessa Smith
Previous School: Norco College
From Coach Pehanich
"Tessa is a great defender who reads the game well and has an ability to destroy an attack. We spotted her at Norco College and knew she would be a great addition to our backline. Her speed and athleticism will solidify some holes that we had in our backline in previous years."
From Tessa
"I chose La Verne because it seemed like the best fit for me. Its amazing kinesiology program and getting to play soccer close to home made it easy for me to choose where I should be."
Valerie Vera
Previous School: Charter Oak High School
From Coach Pehanich
"Valerie is a true number 9 and we are thrilled to have picked her up so late in the recruiting season. She has a nose for the goal that is difficult to teach and a willingness to learn and grow that I know will allow her to pick up the college game very quickly."
From Valerie
"My decision to attend La Verne was based on its outstanding kinesiology program, as well as the opportunity to play soccer at a collegiate level. I am so excited to join the Leopard family!"
Brianna Wong
Previous School: Roosevelt High School (Honolulu, HI)
From Coach Pehanich
"Brianna is technically very sound and accurate on the ball. Her connection rate is very high and we are very excited to be adding her and her consistency to our center midfield group."
From Brianna
"I chose La Verne because of the people and the atmosphere. Everyone was so welcoming and I loved the campus!"
Karla Zetina
Previous School: Santa Ana College
From Coach Pehanich
"Karla comes to us having had collegiate experience in the backline. She is a hard-nosed defender that transitions seamlessly into the attack. She is going to help strengthen our defensive unit immediately."
From Karla
"I chose La Verne to develop my academic and athletic skills in a positive environment that challenges me in the best way possible."
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