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women’s
recruiting
Jacqueline
Giles
By Andy Bilello
F
or the first time, Inside Lacrosse
has identified the best of the best
by ranking the Top 25 women’s
players entering the college
ranks this year. Although perhaps lacking in depth top to bottom, the Class of
2007 features some promising players
that will be sure to impress in the coming years.
Our rankings do not necessarily take
into account how polished they are
when arriving on campus this fall. Our
focus is on just how each player’s athletic ability projects into performance
over the next few years in college. Given
a little time, and coaching, these players
will become tomorrow’s stars.
1. Shaylyn Blaney
Midfield
Notre Dame; Ward Melville, NY
The total package. A superior athlete
who plays hard on both ends of the field,
Blaney combines innate game sense
and polished stick skills with a hypercompetitive intensity.
Stick Skills
2. Sarah Bullard
Chumney
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Speed
3. Taylor Chumney
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Taylor
Midfield
Duke
Buckingham, Browne & Nichols, MA
A smooth performer with a nose for
the goal. Bullard is a natural leader
(captain of the U.S. Under-19 squad).
She’ll make an immediate impact for
the Blue Devils.
Defense
North Carolina; Moorestown, NJ
The most complete defender entering
the college ranks this year. Chumney is
a versatile athlete who already understands the value of communication on
the field. In time, she should develop
into the anchor of the Tar Heels’ defense.
Defensive Checking
4. Jacqueline Giles
5. Jackie Doherty
Stick Skills
Strength
Attack
Georgetown; Mount Hebron, MD
A prolific scorer who headlines a trio of attack
recruits that will contribute immediately to the
Hoya offense. Giles is a true finisher with a history of scoring big goals in the biggest games.
Defense
Notre Dame; Mount Hebron, MD
Doherty possesses great defensive instincts along
with quickness and an intimidating stick. Will
provide the Fighting Irish with an added physical
presence.
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8. Colleen Magarity
Midfield
Northwestern; Germantown Academy, PA
The most heralded of Northwestern’s incoming
recruits. Magarity’s athleticism and scoring ability will keep the Wildcats in contention for more
national titles.
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Speed
9. Morgan Miller
Allie
Hubschmann
Midfield
Duke; Colorado Academy, CO
Miller is the top player coming out of Colorado
this year. She’s an athlete in the truest sense,
with a relentless will to win. Once she learns
the system, Miller has the potential to become a
force in the Blue Devils’ lineup.
Speed
10. Allie Hubschmann
Attack
Georgetown; Oak Knoll, NJ
Sidelined by a knee injury during her junior campaign, Hubschmann put to rest any questions of her
fitness with a fantastic senior year. The dodging attacker is primed to star in the college game.
Stick Skills
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11. Molly Everett
Midfield/Defense
Virginia; Upper Arlington, OH
An ideal mix of size (5-foot-10) and athleticism gives
Everett the profile of an outstanding college defender.
She will help boost the Cavaliers as they look to take
the next step toward another national crown.
Size
12. Laura Lesnick
Midfield
Penn State; North Harford, MD
Identified as the “sleeper” in the class by several college coaches, Lesnick could develop into a real difference maker for Penn State. Her skill set translates
well to the speed and tempo of the college game.
Speed
13. Kristin Igoe
Midfield/Attack
Boston College; Framingham, MA
An impact player who headlines a very strong class
at BC. The Boston Globe’s Player of the Year has the
speed that coaches covet and brings a raw blue-collar mentality to the field.
6. Jordyn Kirr
Attack
Georgetown; Bryn Mawr, MD
A pure playmaker who always thinks of the team
first. Combines extraordinary quickness with a
tough-as-nails attitude. Kirr’s game has the poise
and confidence to direct the Hoyas’ offense in the
coming years.
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7. Emma Hamm
Attack/Midfield
Duke; Baldwin, PA
An all-around performer who is also one of the
better shooters in the class. Hamm is capable of
dodging from the midfield or playing closer to
the cage on attack.
Stick Skills
14. Greta Meyer
Midfield
Dartmouth; Kent Denver, CO
Dartmouth continues its recent success in attracting prospects from Colorado. This highly touted
midfielder brings a well-rounded game that will
boost the Big Green’s chances of reclaiming Ivy
League supremacy.
Stick Skills
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Speed
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A natural low defender who is experienced playing in
a team defensive scheme. Downs uses strength, speed
and smarts to shut down opposing attackers.
Defensive Checking
16. Corey Donohoe
Attack
North Carolina; North Harford, MD
Donohoe is a bit unconventional in style, but she can catch
anything and will quickly find the back of the net. Scoring five times in the Under Armour All-America Classic
earned her MVP honors and made a bold statement about
her ability to excel against the best competition.
Stick Skills
17. Mia Hurrin
Midfield
North Carolina; St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes, VA
Hurrin has a college-ready game with tight stickwork
that serves her well in high-traffic situations. A true
midfielder who contributes on both ends of the field,
she excels as an off-ball player.
Stick Skills
18. Colleen Bubnack
Midfield
Colgate; West Genesee, NY
It’s hard to believe that the best all-around player on
the nation’s top high school team flew under the recruiting radar. Bubnack is a huge get for Colgate. She is
the type of player whose speed and playmaking skills
make those around her better.
Speed
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19. Virginia Crotty
Attack
Duke; Oak Knoll, NJ
23. Mary Wittelsberger
Midfield
Georgetown; Hereford, MD
Crotty consistently creates scoring chances for teammates with her exceptional vision and anticipation.
Don’t expect a long learning curve before Duke turns its
offense over to this unselfish field general.
One of the best-kept secrets of Georgetown’s class, it
won’t be long before opponents notice her on the field.
An all-purpose midfielder with attacking skills, Wittelsberger is a perfect complement to the Hoyas’ emerging
talent on attack.
Vision
Speed
20. Brooke Matthews
Midfield
Northwestern; Friends School, MD
Attack/Midfield
Speed
21. Giulia Giordano
Midfield
Penn; Moorestown, NJ
A fluid athlete who adeptly dodges, spins to the goal
and shoots with accuracy, Giordano is just as capable
on defense. She plays every aspect of the game with
energy and enthusiasm. A welcome addition to an ascending Penn program.
Stick Skills
22. Katy Fitzgerald
Midfield
North Carolina; North Andover, MA
A dynamic athlete who initially projects as a defensive
midfielder for the Tar Heels. Her stick skills are a work
in progress, but she has a tremendous upside as an
offensive threat.
Quickness
24. Brandi Jones
Midfield
Maryland; Poway, CA
25. Bria Eulitt
Defense
Richmond; Mount Hebron, MD
Speed
Intelligence
Explosive and electric, Jones is the top prospect on the
West Coast. She’s also the anchor of Maryland’s incoming class, bringing flat-out speed to the Terps’ midfield
corps.
An accomplished 1-on-1 defender who also understands
when — and where — to slide. Plays with savvy and
poise while directing other players on the back line. An
attention-grabbing recruit for the Spiders.
Players to Watch
Matthews fits in the mold of other players who have
excelled at Northwestern: fast and tenacious. Her speed
can create mismatches in the middle of the field and
fuel the Cats’ transition game.
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15. Liz Downs
Defense
Virginia; St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes, VA
Hannah Alley
Kirstyn Atkinson
Mary Beth Brophy
Ellen Cook
Katherine Denkler
Lizzie Drumm
Kathleen Dwyer
Reeves Henritze
Christie Kaestner
Sarah Kounen
Jackie Lyons
Kaitlyn Messinger
Molly Millard
Abby Rehfuss
Stephanie Rice
Jenny Steadman
Perrie White
Lauren Wise
Rachael Zimmerman Boston College
Northwestern
Georgetown
Maryland
Vanderbilt
Princeton
Georgetown
Northwestern
Duke
North Carolina
Massachusetts
North Carolina
Virginia
Loyola
Hofstra
Penn State
Virginia
Duquesne
North Carolina
Lake Forest, IL
McDonogh, MD
Archbishop Carroll, PA
St. Paul’s, MD
St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes, VA
Friends Academy, NY
Loyola Academy, IL
The Westminster Schools, GA
Sts. Peter & Paul, MD
West Genesee, NY
Rocky Point, NY
Mendham West Morris, NJ
St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes, VA
Shaker, NY
Skaneateles, NY
Century, MD
Cherry Creek, CO
Seton Keough, MD
Cherry Creek, CO
Defense
Kailene Abt
Allie Duclos
Corcoran Downey
Maggie Dunbar
Brooke Lipinski
Alexcia Niumatalolo
Caroline Spearman
Jenny Wolock
Goal
Emily Geary
Katie Janian
Allie Shropshire
Lauren Thomas
Notre Dame
New Hampshire
Boston U.
Penn State
Johns Hopkins
Maryland
Duke
Georgetown
Huntington, NY
South Windsor, CT
Centennial, MD
St. Paul’s, MD
Maryvale Prep, MD
Broadneck, MD
McDonogh, MD
Roland Park, MD
William & Mary
Yale
California
Georgetown
Radnor, PA
Bryn Mawr, MD
Shawnee, NJ
St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes, VA
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