Eleven student-athletes will continue their education at Ohio Wesleyan University and be candidates for the 2023 Battling Bishop women's soccer team, it was announced by Ohio Wesleyan head coach Pat Ferguson.
The class includes:
Name: Jordyn Adams
Position: Forward
Hometown/High School: Carroll, Ohio/Bloom Carroll
Parents: Kerry & Jennifer
Club Team: Club Ohio
Soccer Awards: first-team All-Ohio 2022, 2-time conference Player of the Year, 4-time first-team all-conference, 4-time first-team all-district, 49 goals and 14 assists as senior, 103 career goals.
Academic Awards: 4-year Principal's Honor Roll.
Why OWU?: "Small community atmosphere, beautiful campus, and great soccer program"
Name: Charlotte Bynum
Position: Left outside midfielder
Hometown/High School: Grafton, Ohio/Midview
Parents: Bill & Jessica, brother Russell
Plans to Study at OWU: Zoology
Soccer Awards: Team's "Best Play Maker" award, "Most Spirited," 4-year varsity letterwinner, 3-year varsity starter, 10 goals and 28 assists.
Academic Awards: 4-year Honor Roll, Academic "M," Honor Diploma.
Why OWU?: "The OWU community is tight-knit and very welcoming. The OWU Connection will allow me to reach a goal of studying in different cities or countries. Also, the amazing soccer team and coaches who are enabling me to play at the next level."
Name: Addison Demaline
Position: Central defender
Hometown/High School: Toledo, Ohio/Sylvania Southview
Parents: Jon & Melissa
Plans to Study at OWU: Business administration (marketing), French
Club Team: Pacesetters ECNLR
Soccer Awards: 4-year varsity player, 2022 team Most Valuable Player, second-team All-Northern Lakes League, 2022 Northern Lakes champion.
Academic Awards: Northern Lakes League All-Academic first team.
Why OWU?: "When I took my first tour of OWU, it instantly clicked. From the incredible academic travel opportunities to the close-knit classes, it was an easy choice for me to make. Not to mention the support I've felt from faculty, alumni, students, and future teammates. Can't wait for the next 4 years!"
Name: Alex Foster
Position: Forward, right outside midfielder
Hometown/High School: Tipp City, Ohio/Tipp City
Parents: Jon & Michelle, siblings Zachary and Madison
Plans to Study at OWU: Pre-medicine/pre-dentistry, biology
Club Team: Ohio Galaxies Elite 64
Soccer Awards: second-team All-Miami Valley League, third-team All-Miami Valley North, 5 goals and 6 assists in 2022, 2-time Miami Valley League champion, 2023 State Cup champion.
Academic Awards: Top Scholars Award, Scholar-Athlete Award.
Why OWU?: "I chose OWU because I love the campus and city of Delaware."
Name: Lauren Katalinich
Position: Outside defender, outside midfielder
Hometown/High School: Sylvania, Ohio/Southview
Parents: Michael & Lisa
Plans to Study at OWU: Pre-physical therapy
Club Team: Pacesetters ENCLR
Soccer Awards: 4-year varsity player, 2022 Northern Lakes League champion, second-team All-Northern Lakes League.
Why OWU?: "I chose OWU because of the size of the campus and community. I chose OWU soccer because of the fun and competitive aspect and environment of the program and team."
Name: Taylor Noszka
Position: Forward
Hometown/High School: Wilmington, Ohio/Wilmington
Parents: Kellie
Plans to Study at OWU: Pre-medicine/pre-dentistry with nutrition minor
Club Team: Ohio Galaxies Elite 64
Soccer Awards: first-team All-SBAAC, team Golden Boot, first-team All-Cincinnati Enquirer, Ohio #1 "Goal of the Week," 20 goals and 43 points as senior (fifth in SBAAC).
Cross Country and Track & Field Awards: Cross Country All-Ohio Academic, qualified for state championship, All-SBAAC "Runner of the Year, 3200-meter school record holder, 3200-meter district champion 2022; 800-meter and 1600-meter league champion.
Basketball Awards: second-team All-SBACC.
Academic Awards: National Honor Society; Phi Delta Sigma (Wilmington High School scholastic honor society).
Why OWU?: "(I) fell in love with the campus, people, coaches, and athletes. I get to study both pre-med and nutrition. I also get the great opportunity to play college soccer and run track, two things I love to do!"
Name: Claire Reynolds
Position: Central defender, outside defender
Hometown/High School: Dublin, Ohio/Coffman
Parents: Brian & Kimberly
Plans to Study at OWU: Exercise science
Club Team: Ohio Premier
Soccer Awards: 2-time varsity player.
Academic Awards: Celebration of Excellence Award.
Why OWU?: "(I chose OWU) because I felt at home on my visits. I will be able to have a balance between athletics and academics. I will be able to peruse my academic and career path in exercise science. I will be able to grow as an individual on and off the soccer field. I will be able to meet so many people, some of whom will become lifelong friends."
Name: Caroline Thomas
Position: Forward
Hometown/High School: Perrysburg, Ohio/Perrysburg
Parents: Evan & Holly
Plans to Study at OWU: Biology with minor in psychology
Club Team: Pacesetters ENCLR
Soccer Awards: 2-time varsity player, second-team all-league and second-team all-district, US Club Ohio State champion, national club semifinalist, played for Perrysburg HS ranked No. 1 in Ohio in 2022 season.
Academic Awards: 4-time High Honor Roll, selected to OWU Global Scholars Program, All-Academic Northern Lakes League.
Why OWU?: "I chose OWU because of the beautiful and tight-knit campus. I chose OWU Soccer because of the fun yet competitive team atmosphere!"
Name: Kaia Vorenkamp
Position: Center midfielder
Hometown/High School: Durham, N.C./Durham Academy
Parents: Kevin & Amy (both OWU soccer alums)
Plans to Study at OWU: History
Club Team: Wake FC
Soccer Awards: all-conference, all-region.
Why OWU?: "The positive campus feel, strong athletic programs, academic opportunities at OWU through the Honors Program and Global Scholars Program"
Name: Reagan Williams
Position: Left outside midfield
Hometown/High School: Beavercreek, Ohio/Beavercreek
Parents: Aaron & Jessica
Plans to Study at OWU: Psychology
Club Team: Kings Hammer Academy
Soccer Awards: 2-year varsity player, 3 goals and 2 assists as an outside midfielder as senior.
Academic Awards: Scholar-Athlete Award winner.
Why OWU?: "I chose OWU because of the extremely welcoming environment, beautiful campus, potential career opportunities, and, of course, the soccer program."
Name: Bailey Woods
Position: Central defender
Hometown/High School: Dresden, Ohio/Tri Valley
Parents: Mom: Melissa McAllister, Dad: Mike Woods, Stepdad: Jon McAllister, Stepmom: Mary Woods
Plans to Study at OWU: Biology, pre-medicine/pre-dentistry, or pre-veterinary medicine
Soccer Awards: first-team East District, first-team all-league, league "Defender of the Year," 4-year varsity letterwinner.
Academic Awards: 3-year Honor Letter, Student-Athlete Honor Award.
Why OWU?: "I chose OWU because I fell in love with the campus and faculty. The soccer team is amazing, and I love the freedom and opportunities in the classroom."
