Georgetown University Head Women’s Soccer Coach Dave Nolan announced today that seven student-athletes have signed National Letters of Intent to attend the University and play on the Hilltop.

The incoming group of seven student-athletes joins a program that returns 21 letterwinners from last year’s team, which reached the second round of the NCAA Tournament for the third-straight season.

“This class is another strong group of motivated student-athletes, eager to start their college careers here at Georgetown University,” Nolan said.  “It provides us with greater depth and competition in all major positions, (except goalkeeper), and in particular on offense. We are excited to welcome them all to our program and hopefully help them achieve their goals both in the classroom and on the soccer field."

Georgetown finished the 2014 season ranked No. 24 in the country by the NSCAA, with an 11-5-6 overall.  The Hoyas posted a 6-1-2 record in the BIG EAST and advanced to play in the BIG EAST Tournament Championship game.

In the last eight years under Nolan, Georgetown has won 112 games, made five NCAA Tournament appearances, reached the 2010 Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament and reached the semifinals of the BIG EAST Tournament five times.

Amanda Carolan

Hometown: Bayville, N.J.

High School: Central Regional

Club: Match Fit ECNL U-18/ Toms River SC

Position: Forward

An all-state selection (2014), and county player of the year (2012), she helped lead her high school team to three state finals (2012, 2013, 2014) … Holds all her school offensive records, including goals in a season (45) … Led her club (Toms River SC) to the regional and national championships (2013) and two State Cup Championships (2013, 2014) … Currently plays with Match Fit Academy U-18 ECNL.

Coach Nolan on Carolan: “Amanda scores goals, plain and simple. Every time I watched her play she scored goals. She has very good pace and is a pure finisher with the fantastic knack of simply being in the right place at the right time. I think she has the ability to become a very good college player.”

Why I chose to attend Georgetown:  “I chose Georgetown because it is a distinguished university that will challenge me with both rigorous academics and a top-tier Division 1 soccer program. Bing able to go college and play soccer in the Nation’s Capital, an amazing coaching staff and welcoming team were all factors that drove my decision.”

Jodie Cornwell

Hometown: Scotch Plains, N.J.

High School: Scotch Plains-Fanwood

Club: PDA U-18 ECNL

Position: Defender/Forward

A four-year starter and captain for high school team … She  was named third team all-state (2014) … Also named first team all-county (2013, 2014) … Played defense, midfield, and forward for high school team.

Coach Nolan on Cornwell:  “Jodie is a fast, tenacious athlete with the ability to play up top or at the back down either flank. Her versatility will complement the players we have next year and I am excited to see her develop over the next four years.”

Why I chose to attend Georgetown: “I chose Georgetown University because it has the ability to test and challenge me in both athletics and academics. The location is unparalleled by any other school, and will give me opportunities to explore many different cultures. It will set me up for a successful future, while I also enjoy my time as a student-athlete.”

Alyssa Cronin

Hometown: Andover, N.J.

High School: Newton

Club: Match Fit ECNL U-18

Position:  Forward

A three time All-State Group 2 Selection (2012, 2013, 2014), she set school career records for goals, assists and points … Plays her club soccer with Match Fit U-18ECNL and is also a teammate of incoming freshman Amanda Carolan.

Coach Nolan on Cronin:  “Alyssa is a strong, physical forward who can score goals. She seems to come alive in the box and has a bright future ahead of her.”

Why I chose to attend Georgetown:  “I chose Georgetown because it offered the best balance of everything I was looking for as a competitive student-athlete. The opportunity to spend four years studying at such a prestigious university while playing for a top D1 soccer program is a dream come true.”

Caitlin Farrell

Hometown: Wallingford, Conn.

High School: Choate Rosemary Hall

Club: Connecticut FC ECNL U-17

Position: Forward

A NSCAA High School All American (2014), she led her high school team to two state championships (2013 , 2014) … Was also named CJSA Connecticut High School Player of the Year (2014) and is a three-time all-state selection (2012, 2013, 2014) … Is a member of the Region 1 & Connecticut ODP program and helped her club team to two State Cup Championships (2013, 2014).

Coach Nolan on Caitlin:  “Caitlin is a real physical presence up top. She’s strong, has good size, can hold the ball up and has the ability to score goals also. She has the potential to be a very good college player.”

Why I chose to attend Georgetown:  “From the moment I first visited, Georgetown has stood out for me above all others as the place that offers the best of everything I am looking for academically, athletically and geographically. I am excited to play at a top soccer program and learn at one of the most renowned universities while living in the nation's capital.”

Kaitlin Mayer

Hometown: Norcross, Ga.

High School: Norcross

Club: GSA ECNL U-18

Position: Midfield

Named all-region and all-county for her high school team … Helped lead her team to the state championship (2012) … Captains her GSA ECNL U-18 Team … Also a member of the Georgia ODP Program.

Coach Nolan on Mayer:  “Kaitlin is a creative attacking player who can play in the middle and out wide. She has a strong work ethic also and we are happy to welcome her to Georgetown.” 

Why I chose to attend Georgetown:  “The moment I stepped on to campus, I knew Georgetown was the school for me. Its rigorous academic environment, highly competitive soccer team, and beautiful location helped make Georgetown an easy decision for me.”

Meghan Shaver

Hometown: Laguna Niguel, Calif.

High School: Dana Hills

Club: West Coast FC ECNL U-17

Position: Midfield

A four-year starter and captain, Shaver is a key player for her high school program as they compete in the C.I.F. … Plays for West Coast FC, one of the top ECNL teams on the West Coast … Captained them to ECNL Nationals last year.

Coach Nolan on Shaver:  “Meghan is a tough, physical defensive midfielder with the ability to connect passes. Her ability in the air on set pieces on both sides of the ball is something that we do need help with also. I look forward to working with her over the next four years.”

Why I chose to attend Georgetown:  “I chose Georgetown because it offers one of the best educations and is a highly competitive soccer program that will allow me to improve my skills on and off the field.  All aspects of the school will challenge me throughout my four years and I look forward to seeing what I can accomplish under a great coaching staff and engaging program.”

Jenna Staudt

Hometown: Bingham Farms, Mich.

High School: Detroit Country Day

Club: Vardar ECNL U-18

Position: Defender/ Midfield

A second team all-state selection, she was named captain for her high school team this spring … Her Vardar club team competes at the highest level and is one of the top teams in the Midwest.

Coach Nolan on Staudt:  “Jenna is a physical presence capable of playing at the back or in midfield. Strong in the air and tough in the tackle, she will provide some bite for us in the middle of the park. I am excited to see how she develops over the next four years.”

Why I chose to attend Georgetown:  “Choosing Georgetown University as the place I will spend my next four years was a pretty easy decision for me. The combination of the high-quality academics and the competitive Division I soccer program made Georgetown stand out to me as the right choice. Not to mention the beautiful campus and being located right in D.C., I couldn't imagine going anywhere else.”