FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (April 27, 2020) – Head coach
Kylie Louw and her staff have announced the 2020 recruiting class. The 14 newcomers hail from across the western United States – Arizona, Washington, Utah and Colorado – and internationally from Venezuela and New Zealand.
2020 Signing Class
| Name |
Position |
Year |
Hometown/Club/Previous School |
| Aubree Flores |
M/F |
Fr. |
Chandler, Ariz./RSL-AZ/Utah Royals DA |
| Giselle Mata |
M/F |
Fr. |
Tucson, Ariz./Utah Royals DA |
| Grace Quinn |
D |
Fr. |
Anthem, Ariz./SC Del Sol DA |
| Hallee Jones |
W |
Jr. |
Draper, Utah/Utah State |
| Jess Philpot |
D |
Fr. |
Auckland, New Zealand/Auckland United |
| Josie Novak |
F |
Fr. |
Fort Collins, Colo./Arsenal Colorado |
| Kayla Campbell |
D |
Fr. |
Gilbert, Ariz./AZ Arsenal ECNL |
| Maddie Shafer |
M |
Fr. |
Flagstaff, Ariz./Phoenix Rising ECNL |
| Michelle Hall |
D |
Fr. |
Paradise Valley, Ariz./ Utah Royals DA |
| Olivia Hein |
GK |
Fr. |
South Lake, Texas/Solar ECNL |
| Rachel Conchi |
D |
Fr. |
Kenmore, Wash./Seattle United ECNL |
| Rylee Rottweiler |
W |
Fr. |
Gilbert, Ariz./AZ Arsenal ECNL |
| Victoria Gutierrez |
GK |
So. |
Goodyear, Ariz./Boise State |
| Victoria Pucci |
W |
Fr. |
Caracas, Venezuela/IMG Academy |
Aubree Flores
Position: Midfielder/Forward
Hometown: Chandler, Ariz.
Club: RSL-AZ/Utah Royals DA
Why I chose NAU: I love the vibe on campus as well as the coaches' values. It seems like a perfect fit.
Giselle Mata
Position: Midfielder/Forward
Hometown: Tucson, Ariz.
Club: Utah Royals DA
Why I chose NAU: It's close to home so I could visit my parents and because I fell in love with the campus.
Grace Quinn
Position: Defender
Hometown: Anthem, Ariz.
Club: SC Del Sol DA
Why I chose NAU: The coaches made me feel like I was at home at NAU and was meant to be on the team. Their vision and drive for excellence is something that I desire for myself and I believe with this team I will be able to achieve that!
Hallee Jones
Position: Winger
Hometown: Draper, Utah
Club/University: Transfer from Utah State
Why I chose NAU: I chose NAU because as soon as I stepped on campus, I had such a great feeling, as if it was where I needed to be! I was extremely impressed with the coaching staff, team culture, facilities, campus and community. Also, the soccer program was everything I was looking for and more!
Jessica Philpot
Position: Defender
Hometown: Auckland, New Zealand
Club: Auckland United
Why I chose NAU: I chose NAU because it felt like home. The staff and team were really friendly and welcoming. The facilities are incredible!
Josie Novak
Position: Forward
Hometown: Fort Collins, Colo.
Club: Arsenal Colorado
Why I chose NAU: I chose NAU because Flagstaff feels like my hometown and the coaching staff and team is just what I was looking for.
Kayla Campbell
Position: Defender
Hometown: Gilbert, Ariz.
Club: AZ Arsenal ECNL
Why I chose NAU: I chose NAU because of the outstanding plans it has set for my academic and athletic success along with the beautiful location and campus.
Maddie Shafer
Position: Attacking Center-Mid
Hometown: Flagstaff, Ariz.
Club: Phoenix Rising ENCL
Why I chose NAU: I chose NAU because it gives its student athletes the best opportunity to excel on and off the field. I also love the fact that I get the chance to play in front of my hometown!
Michelle Hall
Position: Defender
Hometown: Paradise Valley, Ariz.
Club: Utah Royals DA
Why I chose NAU: I chose NAU to continue my academic and soccer career because it was the best fit for me in every way. I love the town of Flagstaff, the proximity to my family in Phoenix, the campus, the program for my major as well as the soccer coaches and the program they have created.
Olivia Hein
Position: Goalkeeper
Hometown: South Lake, Texas
Club: Solar ECNL
Why I chose NAU: I chose NAU because of the amazing campus and the option to go into my major of choice. Furthermore, I enjoyed the environment and mentality the coaching staff/team had during my time on campus, ultimately leading me to choose NAU.
Rachel Conchi
Position: Defender
Hometown: Kenmore, Wash.
Club: Seattle United ECNL
Why I chose NAU: I chose NAU because of the sense of community I felt there, in the university itself, but even more so the team and coaches. The passion that Kylie and Alan have makes me excited and want to be better. The campus is beautiful and they offer great programs.
Rylee Rottweiler
Position: Winger
Hometown: Gilbert, Ariz.
Club: AZ Arsenal ECNL
Why I chose NAU: NAU will give me a good education and it is close to home. Also, I am so excited to continue my soccer career at NAU.
Victoria Gutierrez
Position: Goalkeeper
Hometown: Goodyear, Ariz.
Club/University: Transfer from Boise State
Why I chose NAU: I chose NAU because I saw a great opportunity for me to play soccer while pursuing a nursing degree in the beautiful mountains of Northern Arizona.
Victoria Pucci
Position: Winger
Hometown: Caracas, Venezuela
Club: IMG Academy
Why I chose NAU: I chose NAU for many reasons. When I visited, it just felt like home. Also, my future coaches and teammates were so welcoming to me and they had a great positive vibe. There is no better place than NAU!
