Signings

 
Women's Soccer | Women's Tennis | Men's Basketball | Women's Basketball | Women's Softball | Men's Cross Country & Track
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Women's Soccer

2013 Signings
The following students have signed a letter of intent to play for Aquinas College:
 
Katie Countryman

Katie Countryman - Dewitt High School

Katie Countryman is the first recruit to sign her letter of intent to play women's soccer at Aquinas College for the 2013 season. Katie is a smart, athletic and aggressive midfielder/defender who will fit in well with the Saints style of play. Katie is from Dewitt High School and is pictured here with Coach Fales and her parents Elaine and Michael.

   
Savanah McKellar

Savanah McKellar - Sparta High School

Savanah McKellar has signed her letter of intent to play soccer at Aquinas College. Pictured with Savanah are Mom and Dad, Sherry and Tim, and her sister Olivia. Savanah is from Sparta High School and is a very talented field player that is comfortable anywhere on the field. She plays smart and very physical and is expected to contribute immediately.

   
Skylar Bowne

Skylar Bowne - Lowell High School

Skylar Bowne from Lowell High School signed her letter of intent to play soccer at Aquinas College. Pictured with Skylar are her parents Candice and Jeff. Skylar’s grandmother Ruth Wood (not pictured) also was with her to celebrate the signing. Skylar is a talented defender who can also put the gloves on and cover the goal mouth for the Saints.

   
Alison Anderson

Alison Anderson - East Kentwood High School

Alison is pictured signing her letter of intent to play soccer at Aquinas College. Pictured with Alison are her parents Dana and Bruce. Alison is a talented soccer player from East Kentwood High School and is eager to join the Saints roster and contribute whenever and wherever she can.

   
Cami Baker

Cami Baker - East Kentwood High School

Cami Baker signed her letter of intent to play soccer at Aquinas College. Pictured with Cami are her parents Ann and Bob. Cami is a tough hardnosed player from East Kentwood High School and cannot wait to mix it up for the Saints.

   
Leeann Latsch

Leeann Latsch - Spring Lake High School

Leeann Latsch has signed her letter of intent to play soccer at Aquinas College. Pictured with Leeann are parents Laura Okkonen and Greg Latsch. Leeann is a strong soccer player from Spring Lake High School who is comfortable with the ball anywhere on the field and is expected to contribute early in her Saints career.

   
Colleen Vincent

Colleen Vincent - Avondale High School

Aquinas College welcomes Colleen Vincent from Avondale High School. Colleen is a very physical soccer player and loves to win. Vincent says "I can’t wait to have a great season with a great group of girls at AQ.". Colleen is pictured signing her letter of intent with mom Kerry and brother Dolen.

   
Brenna Cojeen

Brenna Cojeen - Rockford High School

Aquinas College welcomes Brenna Cojeen from Rockford High School. Brenna is a smart player with very good ball skills and is comfortable playing on the back, but also loves to get forward in the attack. We look for her to have an impact early in her Saints career. Steve Thomas, the Rockford Head Coach, is pictured here with Brenna as she signs her letter of intent.

   
Khrystal Lewis

Khrystal Lewis - Flint Powers Catholic High School

Aquinas College welcomes Khrystal Lewis from Flint Powers Catholic High School as she has signed to play soccer at Aquinas College. Khrystal’s older sister, Heather, has been a four year starter for the Saints and Khrystal plans to take right over where Heather left off. Pictured with Khrystal are Karla and Don Lewis along with sister Hayleigh.

 
 

Women's Tennis

2013 Signings
The following students have signed a letter of intent to play for Aquinas College:
 
Tiffany Tuori

Tiffany Tuori - Forest Hills Eastern High School

 

 

Men's Basketball

2013 Signings
The following students have signed a letter of intent to play for Aquinas College:
 
Robby Ranville Robby Ranville - Marshall High School
   
Ryan Schall

Ryan Schall - Comstock Park High School

Aquinas College men’s basketball program and head coach Dave Hammer have signed Ryan Schall to the 2013 recruiting class. Schall, a 6’0 point guard from Belmont, MI played at Comstock Park High School and finished a great season in March. Schall had an impressive high school career, starting for the varsity for three years and leading his team to three consecutive OK Blue Conference championships and a Class B District Title. His career was highlighted by this year’s selection as a Detroit Free Press Top 100, AP’s First Team All-State Player (Hon. Mention as a junior) and the GR Press First Team Dream Team selection. He was also Bank Hoops First Team All-State selection, OK Blue First Team All-Conference (as a senior & junior) and Honorable Mention as a sophomore. All Area-First Team (senior & junior) Hon. Mention as sophomore and Academic All-State all three years. Ryan was a MHSAA Scholar Athlete finalist and the winner of the West Michigan Officials Association/ Dan Nameth scholarship. Schall was team captain as a senior & junior and team MVP in 2013 & 2012. As a senior he averaged 22.6 pts, 3.9 rebounds, 6.8 assists, and shot 82 percent from the free throw line. He finished his career at Comstock Park as the leading all time male scorer with 1051 points.  Schall finished high school with a 3.91 GPA, was honored on the Highest Honor Roll all four years, and was a member of the National Honor Society as a junior and senior. Ryan also received the Comstock Park’s Physical Education Award. He was a member of the CP Student Volunteers earning a bronze award for his many volunteer hours in the community.  

Ryan is planning on majoring in Accounting at Aquinas College.

 

Coach Hammer’s Comment:  We are very excited to have Ryan in the program.  Not only is he an excellent basketball player with a strong work ethic, Ryan is a very well rounded student athlete.  He is exactly the type of athlete that will represent both the college and program very well.   

 
 

Women's Basketball

2013 Signings
The following students have signed a letter of intent to play for Aquinas College:
 
Kelsey Spitzley

Kelsey Spitzley - Portland High School

Head Coach Linda Nash is pleased to announce the signing of standout basketball player Kelsey Spitzley from Portland High School. Spitzley has been an instrumental player in the success of her high school team over the past three seasons. Spitzley, a 5'10" guard/forward will provide muscles and grit for the Saints. Nash comments, "Kelsey will be a great addition to our program. She's a fundamental player and she's not afraid of contact. She has a great work ethic and will fit in nicely in our program."


 

   
Taylor Pitts

Taylor Pitts - South Lake High School

Coach Linda Nash is excited to announce the signing of her latest player for the 2013-14 season. Speedy guard Taylor Pitts, a graduate of South Lake High School in St. Clair Shores, led her team to a conference championship.  Coach Nash comments, "Taylor is an excellent student-athlete that possesses so much natural ability.  Pitts will provide us with depth in the backcourt and she can handle the ball."  In the photo are her mother, grandmother, high school coach (Shay Lewis), and her deacons.

 

Women's Softball

2013 Signings
The following students have signed a letter of intent to play for Aquinas College:
 
Isabelle Labidie

Isabelle Labidie - Marcellus High School

   
Ellie Adams

Ellie Adams - Hudsonville High School

   
Miranda Winowiecki Miranda Winowiecki - Traverse City Central
   
Anna Kelly Anna Kenny - Shepherd High School
 
 

Men's Cross Country & Track

2013 Signings
The following students have signed a letter of intent to run for Aquinas College:
 
Nicholas Tarsa

Nicholas Tarsa - Traverse City Central High School

Men's Cross Country Coach Mike Wojciakowski is happy to announce the signing of Nicholas Tarsa out of Traverse City Central High School. Nicholas has excelled both as a student and as an athlete for the Trojans over the last four years. Tarsa plans on pursuing a dual degree in both Business Administration and Music at Aquinas. Nicholas comments, "Between the size of the school and the feeling I got while I was on campus - I knew this was the place for me." Tarsa posts personal bests of 16:37 on the cross course and 10:05 in the 3200 meter on the track. Nicholas is the son of Tammy and Nathan Tarsa and has three sisters (Graceanne, Emmalyne and Joyana).

 
 

Women's Cross Country and Track

2013 Signings
The following students have signed a letter of intent to play for Aquinas College:
 
Tori Killian

Tori Killian - Seton Home Study School

Tori Killian, a senior who is homeschooled, has committed to continue her running career at Aquinas College. Killian, who has been an active member of the cross country team at CHAP (Capital Homeschool Athletic Program) for the past two seasons, will look to continue to improve as a runner and add depth to program here at Aquinas. Tori posts a personal best time of 21:17 at the Carson City Invitational and also participated in soccer and basketball. Killian states, "I choose Aquinas because of the beautiful campus and the very welcoming community feel. I also am excited about entering the nursing program." Tori is the daughter of Brian and Cindy Killian and has four brothers (BJ, Joshua, Nicholas and Jacob).

   
Kelsey Grigg

Kelsey Grigg - Glen Lake High School

Aquinas College is excited to announce that Kelsey Grigg has signed her letter of intent to continue her cross country and track career as a Saint. Grigg, who is currently in her senior year at Glen Lake High School, will look to continue to develop as a distance runner at Aquinas. Kelsey ran a personal best of 21:25 at the 2012 D4 Cross Country Regional and is the daughter of Robert and Katrina Grigg. Grigg's younger sister, Kaitlin, currently runs with Kelsey on the Glen Lake Cross Country and Track & Field teams. Kelsey comments, "I choose Aquinas because of the family friendly atmosphere and it just felt like home to me." Grigg plans on studying Pre-Med at Aquinas.

   
Sydney Anderson

Sydney Anderson - Livonia Churchill High School

Sydney Anderson, a senior standout from Livonia Churchill, has committed to continue her running career at Aquinas College. Anderson, who has been a mainstay at the front of the pack for the Chargers, is a great addition to the Saints program. Sydney has numerous KLAA Kensington Conference accolades and has competed at three MHSAA State Cross Country Championships and was a four event qualifier at last year's Division I Track & Field Finals (3200M Relay, 800M Relay, 400M and 1600M Relay). Sydney plans on majoring in Education and explained, "The academic reputation of Aquinas plus the opportunity to continue my athletic career made it a perfect fit for me." Anderson owns personal bests of 59.9 in the 400 meters and 18:57 on the cross course. Sydney is the daughter of Joe and Linda Anderson and has two older brothers (Kyle and Zach).

   
Abigail Heiler

Abigail Heiler - St. Charles High School

Abby Heiler, who is finishing her prep career at St. Charles High School, has signed her national letter of intent to continue her athletic and academic career at Aquinas College. Heiler has shown marked improvement over her high school career and has paced the Bulldogs over the last few seasons. Abby is the school record holder in the 1600M (5:36) and achieved a personal best on the cross country course this past fall (20:32). Heiler, who is entering the Pre-Pharmacy program, comments; "The combination of the campus, my field of study and the opportunity to continue to my athletic career were all reasons why I choose to become a Saint." Abby is the daughter of Shannon Heiler and has a younger sister, Annabelle, who is five.

   
Aileen Smith

Aileen Smith - Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School

Women's Cross Country Coach Mike Wojciakowski is pleased to announce the signing of Aileen Smith out of Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School. Smith owns a personal best of 20:40 on the cross course and plans to pursue a degree in Athletic Training. Aileen explains, "I choose Aquinas College because of the intimate feel of campus and the sense of community you get from everyone you meet. The fact that Aquinas is rooted in the Catholic faith is a definite bonus for me." On the track Smith boasts personal bests of 5:43 (1600) and 12:28 (3200) and will look for improvement during her senior high school season. Aileen is the daughter of Ann Mary and Walter and is the youngest of five (Megan, Killian, Kyle and Dalton) in the Smith household.

   
Desiree Youngs

Desiree Youngs - Forest Hills Northern High School

Desiree Youngs, a senior distance runner at Forest Hills Northern High School, has signed her letter of intent to continue her academic and athletic career at Aquinas College. The former Husky will study either Pre-Med or Psychology at Aquinas and will look to continue the improvement she has shown throughout her high school career. Desiree's personal best came this fall when she ran a 20:16 in a OK Bronze Jamboree. Youngs states, "The small class sizes and close-knit environment really sold me on Aquinas. The idea of being close to home and the opportunity to continue my running career were also major reasons why I chose AQ." Desiree is the daughter of Brian and Rebecca Youngs and Natasha Monhke and has three younger siblings (Marcus, Crissy and Kent).

 
 

Men's Baseball

2013 Signings
The following students have signed a letter of intent to play for Aquinas College:
 
Tyler Stevel

Tyler Strevel - Belding High School

 

Men's Soccer

2013 Signings
The following students have signed a letter of intent to play for Aquinas College:
 
Alex Detwiler Alex Detwiler - Grosse Pointe South High School

Alex Detwiler, seated, has signed a Letter of Intent to play soccer at Aquinas College. Alex played for Grosse Pointe South and was named All-District, All-Region, and Honorable Mention All-State as a defender. Taking part in the ceremony were, standing from left, Eric Carter, South conditioning coach; mom Lynn Detwiler; dad George Detwiler; and Stefan Harris, South boys’ soccer head coach.

   
Brandon Montgomery
Brandon Montgomery - Traverse City West High School
Brandon Montgomery from Traverse City West High School signed his letter of intent to play for Aquinas College. Brandon played varsity for three years at Traverse City West and will add depth the team as a forward or midfielder. "Brandon is a dedicated player who is a team player and a fierce competitor. We look forward to having another good player from Traverse City West on our roster."
 

Men's Lacrosse

2013 Signings
The following students have signed a letter of intent to play for Aquinas College:
 
Nate Canin

Nate Cantin - Detroit Catholic Central

Nate Cantin of Detroit Catholic Central is the first men’s lacrosse player to sign with Aquinas College for the 2013-14 season. Cantin is a midfielder who possesses great speed and great passing touch. Talented at the faceoff-x as well, Cantin’s all-around game helps him make a difference all over the field. Nate was captain of his freshman lacrosse team, and has been a member of the DCC varsity squad the past two years. Cantin competes in the Total Lacrosse league as well. Nate also is a competitive wakeboarder who loves to snowboard. He will study pre-medicine with a focus on pre-dentistry with plans to be an orthodontist in the future.

   
Matt Mulcahy

Matt Mulcahy - Grand Haven High School

The Aquinas College men’s lacrosse team is proud to announce that Matt Mulcahy will be wearing the Maroon and White next spring. Mulcahy, a defenseman from Grand Haven, will bring athleticism and toughness to the Saints’ backline. Matt has been playing lacrosse for six years, including the last three on the Grand Haven varsity. He has served as team captain each of the last two seasons. During his junior season, Mulcahy was named all-conference and helped the Buccaneers claim a conference championship. He led the team in ground balls and also scored 2 goals. This season, on top of his shut-down defense, Matt has scored 3 goals while helping Grand Haven to a 12-4 record. Mulcahy is a strong all-around athlete who has been successful on the football field and wrestling mat as well. He earned all-conference and all-area honors on the gridiron and was a regional champion and academic all-state wrestler. “ I'm excited to get to live on campus, meet new people and make new friends,” said Mulcahy. “ I'm also very excited to play with the team.” Matt will be studying Sports Medicine at Aquinas.

   
Matt Scheffler

Matt Scheffler- Tecumseh High School- The Aquinas College men’s lacrosse team will be gaining another impact player when midfielder Matt Scheffler joins the team next season. Scheffler, a talented all-around midfielder from Tecumseh, should help the Saints right away. Matt possess good speed and athleticism, and is dangerous in the clearing game and on offense. Scheffler is a four-year varsity player who as a junior was named All-Conference, All-Area and All-State (Honorable Mention). In 16 games last season, Matt scored 21 goals, added 18 assists and scooped up 105 groundballs while being named team MVP. Scheffler is also the captain of his summer travel team, Betta Lax, and was named to the All-Star team at the Nike Lacrosse Camp at Adrian College. 

 
 

Women's Lacrosse

2013 Signings
The following students have signed a letter of intent to play for Aquinas College:
 
Courtney Rosol

Courtney Rosol - Flint Powers High School

Women's Lacrosse Coach, Frank Rogers, is pleased to announce the signing of Courtney Rosol from Flint Powers. Courtney will be joining the Saints in the Fall of 2013 after completing what has been a outstanding career at one of the top programs in Michigan. Courtney has earned Academic All American honors to go with her All League and All State selections.. "Courtney will be a nice addition to our attack and will help continue the tradition built by our graduating seniors.", stated Coach Rogers. Courtney is the daughter of Marty and Nickey Rosol and has two siblings, Brady and Mandy. Rosol plans to major in Sports Management while at Aquinas College.

 
Danielle Brodberg

Danielle Brodberg - Lansing Waverly High School

A letter of intent signing ceremony was held at Waverly High School on October 17, 2012. Coaches, friends, and Danielle all spoke to an audience of well wishers that included Danielle’s family, fellow Waverly students, and Waverly staff. Brodberg commented on her scholarship, “It’s an opportunity I thought I would never have.” Danielle noted that she will bring leadership to the field when she plays lacrosse for Aquinas. She had this to say about her time at Waverly, “The staff here at Waverly has definitely helped me through my hard times and the people at Waverly have really supported me.” Aquinas Coach, Frank Rogers, has high hopes for the upcoming season and he had this to say about Brodberg, “She’s a hard worker, has good attitude, and she fit’s into our team chemistry.

 
Cassidy Glod & Lucy Montanaro

Cassidy Glod and Lucy Montanaro - Gananda High School

Women's Lacrosse Coach traveled East to sign two more student athletes. First he attended a signing event at Gananda High School in Walworth, New York. There he signed Cassidy Glod and Lucy Montanaro. Both are stand out players for Coach Russ Stark's Gananda team. Cassidy is the daughter of Karen and Larry Glod and plans to major in Geography. Last year she was her teams "Coaches Award" winner for her hard work and play. In the off season Cassidy plays for the Finger Lakes Flamingos Elite Travel team. She has one brother (Remington) and chose Aquinas for its great academics and athletics. Lucy was her teams 2011 "Coaches Award" winner and has been a strong leader for Coach Stark. Montanaro plans on majoring in Nursing and along with being a strong player on the field she has been a Honor Roll student and member of the National Honor Society. Lucy is the daughter of Karen and Frank Montanaro and has two brothers, Alex and Cole. Lucy chose Aquinas because she loved the campus and felt right at home.

 
Genni Terrana

Genni Terrana - Spencerport High School

Head Coach Frank Rogers traveled to the heart of New York and Rochester, where some of the best lacrosse in the country is played to sign Spencerport standout Genni Terrana. Genni is a three year member of the Rangers varsity lacrosse team and was her team's most improved player her sophomore season. Terrana also excels in the classroom making the "High Honor Rol"l and plans to major in Education at Aquinas. Genni is the daughter of Marlene and Kenneth Terrana and she has a twin brother (Jonathan). Terrana chose Aquinas because it offered her both very strong academics and athletics.

   
Jennifer Adams

Jennifer Adams - Ralston Valley High School

Women's Lacrosse Head Coach Frank Rogers has announced the signing of Colorado stand out Jennifer Adams from Ralston Valley High School in Golden, Colorado. Jennifer has been a First Team All Conference player for Coach Katie Moseley at Ralston Valley and has been her teams "Attack MVP". In the off season she has had the honor of representing her state as a member of Team Colorado, which is made up of the best players in Colorado. "Colorado is growing as one of the strongest lacrosse states west of the Mississippi and the reputation of the players coming out of the state is very good." stated Coach Rogers. "When Jenny came to visit and did her overnight, we knew she would be a great addition to our program and school." Jennifer intends to major in Special Education and is a member of the National Honor Society. She is the daughter of Janice and Doug Adams (Doug grew up playing lacrosse at Liverpool High School in Central New York). Jenny has two siblings, Julianne (20) and Jessica (12) and said she chose Aquinas because of its strong academic programs and the lacrosse program.



 
Bri Bangle

Bri Bangle - Cretin Derham High School

Head Coach Frank Rogers announced the signing of Minnesota stand out Brianna Bangle from Cretin Derham Hall High School in Roseville, Minnesota. "Bri has very good hand-eye coordination, quick hands and feet and strong confidence in the goal." stated Coach Rogers. "Bangle brings a strong attitude and very good leadership to our program." Bri has been a two time All Conference player for Coach Andrew Lecker and has helped lead her team to a Conference Championship in 2012. Bri also excels in the classroom making honor roll every trimester and being named her school’s Student of the Month in January 2012. During her off season Bri plays for the Minnesota Lakers Elite Travel team and also plays goalie for her local hockey team. She is the daughter of Deb and Guy Archambeault and plans on majoring in Sustainable Business.


 
Kendal Carr

Kendal Carr - Rockford High School

Head Women's Lacrosse Coach Frank Rogers is very pleased to announce the signing of All-State standout Kendal Carr. "I have had the pleasure of coaching Kendal on my travel team for three years. She is an outstanding young lady, who works hard, always has a good attitude and will do anything you ask of her. She is always so positive and carries a big smile at all times. Kendal makes everyone around her better and is a very strong defender with great quickness and has the ability to get a lot of ground balls. Kendal plans to major in Education at Aquinas. While in high school she has studied Chinese for four years and is a student council representative and also is a first degree black belt in karate. Kendal is the daughter of Tim and Sue Carr and has one brother (Jason).

 
 

Women's Volleyball

2013 Signings
The following students have signed a letter of intent to play for Aquinas College:
 
Dayle Wood

Dayle Wood - Grant High School

 
 

Men's Bowling

2013 Signings
The following students have signed a letter of intent to play for Aquinas College:
 
Skyler Robison

Skyler Robison - Sturgis High School

Frank Rogers has announced the signing of Skyler Robison from Sturgis High School. Robison is a good friend of current Aquinas bowler Dakota Neff and stated that as one of the reasons he choose Aquinas. Skyler has led his team to the state tournament the last two years and has also performed well as an individual. Robison has been a Pepsi Qualifier, USBC Youth All Events Champion and USBC Doubles Champion. Skyler also excels in the classroom where he has been named to the Honor Roll. He plans on majoring in Elementary Education at Aquinas College. Skyler is the son of Dale and Sherri Robison and has two siblings (Austin and Taelynn).

   
Cody Zohm

Cody Zohm - Belding High School

Frank Rogers is pleased to announce this year's first signing. The team welcomes Cody Zohm from Belding High School. Cody has been a leader on his team throughout his high school career and has worked to improve his game each year. In his senior year he carried an average of 210 and has been named 1st team All-Conference and All-County in both 2011-2012 and 2012-2013.  Cody plans to major in Sports Management and says he chose Aquinas for its beautiful campus, great atmosphere and the opportunity to bowl. Cody is the son of James and Tracy Zohm and has one sister (Nikki).

 
 

Women's Bowling

2013 Signings
The following students have signed a letter of intent to play for Aquinas College:
 
 
 
 

Women's Golf

2013 Signings
The following students have signed a letter of intent to play for Aquinas College: