MARVINE ANNOUNCES LACROSSE'S THIRD SIGNING CLASS
2/1/2017 5:00:00 PM | Women's Lacrosse
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RADFORD, Va. – Radford head coach Haley Marvine announced the addition of nine future Highlanders to her women's lacrosse program on National Signing Day, Wednesday afternoon. The recruiting class is the third in program history.
"This class is very diverse and talented," Marvine added. "We are thrilled to have top out of state talent joining our team, while bringing in some of the top scorers in Virginia. I look forward to having them add depth and speed to our roster next fall."
Jennifer Shield
5-3 | Attacker | Milton, Ga. | Milton | Eagle Stix
NOTES
Marvine on Shield: Jen is coming to Radford from a nationally ranked high school team and we expect that she will be in our lineup as a freshman. Going into her senior season, she is already played in two state championships with experience playing against the top teams in the nation. We believe Jen will be one of the quickest attackers in the Big South and will cause a lot of trouble for opposing defenders.
Claire Ashworth
5-7 | Attacker | Purcellville, Va. | Loudoun Valley
NOTES
Marvine on Ashworth: Claire comes from a long line of Highlanders, which was very exciting to us as a new program. Claire is our first attacking recruit out of a highly competitive Northern Virginia conference, which she has been a top scorer since her sophomore year.
Brittany Rinaldi
5-4 | Defender | Miller Place, N.Y. | Army West Point | Team 91
NOTES
Marvine on Rinaldi: We were thrilled when Brittany chose Radford, not because she is an exceptional defender, but also a exceptional leader and student. We immediately knew that she was the whole package and jumped on the chance to make her a Highlander. Althought she will have to sit out due to NCAA transfer rules, she is eager to spend the next year training to become one of the top players in the Big South.
Logan Hanton
5-6 | Attacker | Vienna, Va. | James Madison | Cardinal Girls Lacrosse Club
NOTES
Marvine on Hanton: Logan is another strong attacker out of Virginia with roots to Radford. She was originally committed to a ACC member, but changed her commitment due to Radford's strong nursing program. Logan will be a strong attacker for us while upholding our team's tradition of academic excellence.
Kendall Dillard
5-7 | Attacker/Midfielder | Glenwood, Md. | Glenelg | Rebels Black 2017
NOTES
Marvine on Dillard: Kendall has a real joy for the game, which makes her very fun to coach. Her experience playing for both a top high school and club program have her prepared for the NCAA Division I level. She is exceptionally fast and we see her fitting into our midfield unit nicely.
Kieran Rinaldi
5-6 | Attacker/Midfielder | Mooresville, N.C. | Lake Norman | Long Island Yellow Jackets
NOTES
Marvine on Rinaldi: Kieran has an ability to really score against tough opponents and on a big stage as she did during the 2015 NCHAA State Championship. She comes from a winning program and we are very excited for her to bring her winning mentality to Radford.
Shannon Duley
5-4 | Defender | Middletown, Md. | Middletown | Fredrick Stars Lacrosse Club / Renegades Lacrosse Club
NOTES
Marvine on Duley: Shannon is a strong and tough defender. We are excited to see how she fits into our defense next fall. She is physical and not afraid to go against top talent.
Rachel Ator
5-10 | Defender/Midfielder | Whiteford, Md. | North Harford | NEMS 2017
NOTES
Marvine on Ator: Rachel's speed and size make her very versatile. Her strength is her main defense but as she develops she will show the ability to run he midfield as well. I am very confident that no matter which postion she plays for us, she will make an impact on he field.
Brielle Cassidy
5-8 | Midfielder | Annapolis, Md. | Broadneck | CClax
NOTES
Marvine on Cassidy: Brielle will bring size and stick work to our midfield. She's a strong and physical defender. We absolutely expect to see Brielle on the field a lot for us next spring.
RADFORD, Va. – Radford head coach Haley Marvine announced the addition of nine future Highlanders to her women's lacrosse program on National Signing Day, Wednesday afternoon. The recruiting class is the third in program history.
"This class is very diverse and talented," Marvine added. "We are thrilled to have top out of state talent joining our team, while bringing in some of the top scorers in Virginia. I look forward to having them add depth and speed to our roster next fall."
Jennifer Shield
5-3 | Attacker | Milton, Ga. | Milton | Eagle Stix
NOTES
- Led Milton to a state championship in 2016 and No. 5 national ranking.
- Finished runner-up in state championship in 2015.
- Ran cross country in high school.
- Cousin Joe Shield played quarterback for the Green Bay Packers (1985-86).
Marvine on Shield: Jen is coming to Radford from a nationally ranked high school team and we expect that she will be in our lineup as a freshman. Going into her senior season, she is already played in two state championships with experience playing against the top teams in the nation. We believe Jen will be one of the quickest attackers in the Big South and will cause a lot of trouble for opposing defenders.
Claire Ashworth
5-7 | Attacker | Purcellville, Va. | Loudoun Valley
NOTES
- First team all-district and all-region as an attacker.
- Second team all-state attacker during sophomore year.
- Finished runner-up in 2014 state championship.
Marvine on Ashworth: Claire comes from a long line of Highlanders, which was very exciting to us as a new program. Claire is our first attacking recruit out of a highly competitive Northern Virginia conference, which she has been a top scorer since her sophomore year.
Brittany Rinaldi
5-4 | Defender | Miller Place, N.Y. | Army West Point | Team 91
NOTES
- Transfer from Army West Point.
- Player in 16 contest with two starts in 2016.
- Notched two goals, three assists, 19 ground balls and 12 caused turnovers
- 2016 Patriot League Academic Honor Roll
Marvine on Rinaldi: We were thrilled when Brittany chose Radford, not because she is an exceptional defender, but also a exceptional leader and student. We immediately knew that she was the whole package and jumped on the chance to make her a Highlander. Althought she will have to sit out due to NCAA transfer rules, she is eager to spend the next year training to become one of the top players in the Big South.
Logan Hanton
5-6 | Attacker | Vienna, Va. | James Madison | Cardinal Girls Lacrosse Club
NOTES
- Helped lead James Madison to three Liberty District championships 2014-16.
Marvine on Hanton: Logan is another strong attacker out of Virginia with roots to Radford. She was originally committed to a ACC member, but changed her commitment due to Radford's strong nursing program. Logan will be a strong attacker for us while upholding our team's tradition of academic excellence.
Kendall Dillard
5-7 | Attacker/Midfielder | Glenwood, Md. | Glenelg | Rebels Black 2017
NOTES
- 2015 team captain and MVP
- Lead team in points and assists in 2014 and 2015
- Helped Glenelg to a 12-0 record in 2015
- Brine National All-American
- Missed 2016 due to injury
Marvine on Dillard: Kendall has a real joy for the game, which makes her very fun to coach. Her experience playing for both a top high school and club program have her prepared for the NCAA Division I level. She is exceptionally fast and we see her fitting into our midfield unit nicely.
Kieran Rinaldi
5-6 | Attacker/Midfielder | Mooresville, N.C. | Lake Norman | Long Island Yellow Jackets
NOTES
- 2014 stats: 13 goals 12 assists
- 2015 stats: 51 goals 29 assists
- 2016 stats: 78 goals 48 assists
- Led Lake Norman to a 2015 state championship. Named MVP with seven goals and two assists in championship game.
- 2016 North Carolina state championship runner-up.
- Team captain during 2015 and 2016 seasons.
- Two-time all-conference performer.
- MaxPreps Player of the Week.
- NCHAA Female Athlete of the Week.
- Two-time all-conference and conference attacker of the year.
- Father (Gary) played lacrosse at Hofstra, earning All-American status in 1989.
Marvine on Rinaldi: Kieran has an ability to really score against tough opponents and on a big stage as she did during the 2015 NCHAA State Championship. She comes from a winning program and we are very excited for her to bring her winning mentality to Radford.
Shannon Duley
5-4 | Defender | Middletown, Md. | Middletown | Fredrick Stars Lacrosse Club / Renegades Lacrosse Club
NOTES
- National Honors Society member.
- Lamp Pin Award (3.5 GPA or higher).
- Lettered in lacrosse, cross country, track & field and swimming.
- Her uncle (Chuck Will) played golf at Salisbury University.
- Also her mother (Alison) swam for Salisbury University.
Marvine on Duley: Shannon is a strong and tough defender. We are excited to see how she fits into our defense next fall. She is physical and not afraid to go against top talent.
Rachel Ator
5-10 | Defender/Midfielder | Whiteford, Md. | North Harford | NEMS 2017
NOTES
- Lead her team in draw controls during 2015 season.
- Voted best midfielder by North Harford coaches in 2016
- Four-time honor roll honoree
- Vice President of Future Educators of America
- International Thespian Society member
- JV soccer captain and leading scorer in 2015
Marvine on Ator: Rachel's speed and size make her very versatile. Her strength is her main defense but as she develops she will show the ability to run he midfield as well. I am very confident that no matter which postion she plays for us, she will make an impact on he field.
Brielle Cassidy
5-8 | Midfielder | Annapolis, Md. | Broadneck | CClax
NOTES
- Team captian.
- Also played soccer and ran indoor track.
- Her uncle (Tom Rowe) played for the Washington Capitals and is now a head coach for the Florida Panthers.
- Mother (Carol Cassidy) swam for Millersville University.
- Cousin (Victoria Cassidy) swam for Texas.
- Cousin (Clay Robinson) plays football at Davidson.
Marvine on Cassidy: Brielle will bring size and stick work to our midfield. She's a strong and physical defender. We absolutely expect to see Brielle on the field a lot for us next spring.
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