Richmond, Virginia – head coach adam denton And the University of Richmond women's soccer team recently announced its 2024 signing class, adding nine newcomers to the roster ahead of the fall season.
“We are excited to welcome the 2024 recruiting class to our Spider family,” said Denton. “Each of these young women brings different things that will help increase the depth and quality of our program as we continue to build toward higher levels of success both within and outside of the A-10 Conference. These new players complement our returning group and we are excited about the direction of the program as we continue to build for the future of Spider football at the University of Richmond. The Gorders!
2024 Richmond Women's Soccer Sign Language Class
Sophia Jurado
position: Forward/Outside back
home town: Evansville, Indiana
high school: castle high school
Club team: Racing Louisville Academy ECNL
Before Richmond
attended Castle High School
- National Honor Society
- ISCA Academic All-State Team
- National High School Scholarship Association
- 4th year representative player and team captain
- All-Southern Indiana Athletic Conference Team
Why Richmond? “I chose the University of Richmond because the athletic and academic environments are equally rigorous. I am completely charmed by the beautiful campus and can't wait to be taught by the esteemed staff.”
From the head coach Adam Denton: “Sofia has versatility and the ability to play in multiple positions in the attack. Her comfort level on the ball and ability to discern her ability to create games in the final third will add to our attack. It will bring depth and quality.”
Brooke Wilson
position: defender/midfielder
home town: cincinnati, ohio
high school: trupin high school
Club team: Kings Hammer SC
Before Richmond
Attended Trupin High School
- Academic honors:
- National Honor Society Member
- 4 year honors student
- 4 year scholarship athlete
- Four-year All-Southwestern Ohio State Academic Coach Award
- Sports honors:
- All Southwest Ohio
- 2x All cities
- Top team all-conference x2
- Representative high school captain
- ECNL All-Region Team U18/19, Ohio Valley Conference
- ECNL regional selection game participants
- Top 10 Defenders to Watch in Cincinnati
“Why Richmond?” “I chose Richmond because of the combination of excellent academics and a great team environment. When I stepped on campus and met the girls, I immediately felt at home. Campus is unparalleled, and our school and soccer program have everything we need to achieve our goals.”
From the head coach Adam Denton: “Brooke is a tough one-on-one defender with a commanding presence who can play in both centre-back and outside-back positions. He will bring quality and depth to the position.”
logan jackson
position: defender
home town: Alexandria, Virginia
high school: west potomac high school
Club team: Fairfax Brave ECNL
Before Richmond
Attended West Potomac High School
- Academic honors:
- National Honor Society
- Psychology, English, Science Honor Society
- AP Scholar Award Winner
- University Commission National African American Recognition Award Winner
- Sports honors:
- All-Patriot District First Team
- West Potomac High School Captain
- ODP Regional Team Captain
“Why Richmond?” “I chose Richmond because of the opportunity to attend a college of higher education and to play soccer in the A-10 conference. When I visited, the team and coaching staff were great and made me feel right at home. Richmond has a beautiful campus and is the perfect school for me.”
From the head coach Adam Denton: “Logan has great versatility and athleticism and will be able to play in multiple positions from the backline to midfield. Her technical ability on the ball and her ability to distribute under pressure from the back will help The comfort level will bring more quality to our group across the field.”
Ellie Bozzo
position: defender
home town: basking ridge new jersey
high school: ridge high school
Club team: New Jersey Premier FC
Before Richmond
attended Ridge High School
- Academic honors:
- Passed the NHS (National Honors Society)
- High Honor Roll, Honor Roll (per marking period)
- Certificate of Excellence in Italian National Honors Examination
- Sports honors:
- Ridge Varsity Soccer (grades 9-12), varsity starter since freshman year
- Ridge Varsity Soccer – NJGSCA All-State Honors (12th Grade)
- Ridge Varsity Soccer – 1st Team All-Conference (12th Grade)
- Ridge Varsity Soccer – 1st Team All-Conference (10th Grade)
- Ridge Varsity Soccer – 2nd Team All-Conference (11th Grade)
- Ridge Varsity Soccer Captain (12th grade)
- New Jersey Premier FC Club Soccer – Team Captain (Grades 9-12)
Why Richmond? “I chose Richmond because of the opportunities offered by the great academics, especially the business school, and A-10 competitive soccer. At Richmond, I was able to live on a beautiful campus and be surrounded by great people, while also being able to… I am confident that you will have the resources you need to succeed in life.”
From the head coach Adam Denton: “Ellie is an athletic outside back with the energy and work rate to support attacks and a physical presence when defending one-on-one situations. Her Strength and Work The quantity will bring depth and diversity to our backline.”
Kingsley Hughes
position: forward
home town: pennington new jersey
high school: lawrenceville school
Club team: PDA South
Before Richmond
I attended Lawrenceville School.
- Academic honors:
- Dean's List 2020-21, 2021-22, 2022-23
- Sports honors:
- 3-year national team starter (COVID-19 restrictions)
- All MAPL Selection (All League)
- Jeonju selection
- Mercer 33 winners
- Mooch All Star Senior Game Participants
Why Richmond? “I chose the University of Richmond because of its incredible academic rigor, great coaches, and overall school culture and community. From the first time I came to campus, I felt welcomed and comfortable. I can't wait for the next four years of Roll'DERS.”
From the head coach Adam Denton: “Kingsley is a forward who is comfortable playing with her back to the goal, as well as facing forward and facing players one-on-one. Her ability to create chances in the final third , which will make our offense even more dynamic.”
Eva Milicitz
position: Forward/Midfielder
home town: Boise, Maryland
high school: poolesville high school
Club team: Arlington Girls Academy ECNL
Before Richmond
attended Poolesville High School
- Academic honors:
- National Honor Society President
- National Science Honor Society
- National English Honor Society
- National History Day Finalist
- Straight A Award
- honor roll
- Smithsonian National Museum of American History National History Day Exhibitor
- College Board African American Scholar and Rural Student Scholar, Academic Arts and Writing DC Regional Honorable Mention Award, and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Iota Upsilon Lambda Chapter Black Youth Achievement Award
- Sports honors:
- Captain of Poolesville High School Varsity Girls Soccer Team
- Representing Maryland on behalf of the Olympic Development Program in London
- AAU Track All American – 1500M
Why Richmond? “Ever since I was a little girl, I dreamed of playing Division 1 soccer. Thanks to Richmond, that dream finally came true. Growing up in the South, not only did I have an excellent law school program, but I I have always wanted to attend a university in the region that values the same principles I value: academic excellence and inclusion. The University of Richmond embodies what I was looking for. , I am excited to attend this beautiful university and play the beautiful game in the fall.”
From the head coach Adam Denton: “Eva is a forward who likes to take on players one-on-one and get behind the backline at her own pace in attack. Her ability and work rate to get up and down the field will help her across multiple positions next year. It will bring strength and depth.”
Avery Nam
position: midfielder
home town:Ann Arbor, Michigan
high school: saline high school
club team: Michigan Hawks ECNL
Before Richmond
attended Saline High School
- Academic honors:
- gold honor roll
- National Honor Society
- michigan literacy seal
- Sports honors:
- ODP status
- Regional and national team members
Why Richmond? “I decided to go to the University of Richmond because it created a great environment on and off the field. I felt like the coaches really understood me as a player and as a person. I feel very lucky to be a part of their first recruiting class. I'm really happy to be a Spider!”
From the head coach Adam Denton: “Avery is an intelligent center player who is comfortable under pressure and has great versatility. Her comfort level on the ball and ability to read the game will give us more competition in our midfield next fall. It will bring.”
page west
position: midfielder
home town: Rumson, New Jersey
high school: Rumson Fairhaven Regional High School
Club team: Cedar Stars Academy Monmouth
Before Richmond
I attended Rumson Fairhaven Regional High School.
- Academic honors:
- 2-year National Honor Society Membership
- High Honor Roll/Honor Roll Grades 9-12
- Sports honors:
- 4-year national team starter
- Central all division team
- 2nd Team All Monmouth County
- 3rd Team All Shore
- 2021-2022 GA Mid-Atlantic Talent ID Invitee
- 2023 GA Northeast Talent ID Invitee
- 2020 NJSIAA Central East B Champion
- 2006 Cedar Stars Monmouth Academy GA Captain
- 2023 RFH Women's Soccer Captain
- 2023 Senior All-Star Team
- 2023 Nj.com Top 100 Midfielders to Watch
Why Richmond? “I was drawn to Richmond's academic excellence, positive environment, and beautiful campus. It immediately felt like home and is where I want to spend the next four years. Richmond's strong DI soccer program in the highly competitive A-10 Conference and great coaching staff and team further strengthened my commitment that Richmond was the school for me. “dozen!”
From the head coach Adam Denton: “Paige is a creative midfielder who can compete well on both sides of the ball. She has a comfort level with the ball even in tight spaces and has excellent vision that she produces in the final third. We will bring depth and diversity to our midfield next year.”
veronica lapi
position: goalkeeper
home town: monroe, connecticut
high school: Notre Dame Catholic High School
Club team: Ole FC Yankee Academy
Before Richmond
Attended Notre Dame Catholic High School
- academic honors
- 4 year honor list
- sports honors
- 3x Jeonju selection
- 3x All-Conference Team
Why Richmond? “When deciding on a college, I wanted to go somewhere that would challenge me not only in the classroom but also on the field, and Richmond does just that. The beautiful campus and caring coaches make it the perfect place to be. It feels like that. I’m really looking forward to the next four episodes!”
From the head coach Adam Denton: “Veronica is a great addition to our goalie unit. She brings great athleticism, aggression and shot-stopping ability that will bring depth and competition to the position.”
