WASHINGTON – The Georgetown University women's soccer team welcomed seven incoming freshmen to the class of 2030 on Wednesday morning. The high school seniors signed their athletic scholarship agreements this week to officially declare their intention of attending and playing soccer for the Hoyas in 2026.
 
HEAD COACH DAVE NOLAN
 "We are very excited to add these seven young ladies to our program for next Fall. It's a very deep, talented group with a strong balance of athleticism, technical ability and experience playing at the highest level of youth soccer. Myself and my staff have worked hard to address certain needs we have and to also bring in competition to make next year's group even stronger. They will have been watching this year's team compete at the highest level and know what the expectations are from day one."
 
 
Siena Bryan, Clearwater, Florida                                                 Florida Virtual, FL/ Tampa Bay Sun USL
 
 

• ECNL National Selection Game— North Carolina 2024
• ECNL First Team All-Conference— Southeast Conference 2024
• Tampa Bay Sun Academy Player 2024-2026
• Capelli USA Allstar UK Tour 2023

 
 
Why I chose Georgetown: "Georgetown was the obvious choice for me. Not only does the school standout for its athletic success, but also its academic integrity. It is an institute built to shape well rounded players, students, and people. The team culture stands out among other teams, and I am so blessed and excited to be a part of it!"
 
Coach Nolan: "Siena is a very clever player, with a strong technical base. She can play in a variety of positions and has a strong personality. We are very excited to welcome Siena to the Hilltop for the next four years."
 
 
Sara Chrnelich, Pennington, New Jersey                      The Pennington School/ PDA Blues 08 ECNL
 

• ECNL, PDA Blue 08s
• All Conference First Team, North Atlantic
• NJ Prep A State Champions,'25, '24, '23, '22
• Prep Player of the Year, '24
• All Area 1st Team, '24, '23
• East Region USYS Team ('24, '23, '22, '21, '20)

 
Why I chose Georgetown: "I chose Georgetown for its strong Catholic foundation, outstanding academics, and tradition of athletic excellence. I'm excited to join this prestigious community, where I'll be challenged to grow academically and athletically."
 
Coach Nolan: "Sara is an aggressive, hard-nosed wide player who can play up front or at the back. Strong in the tackle, with good attacking 1v1 instincts she will be able to help us in a variety of positions. We are very happy to add Sara to our group from next year."
 
Rory Kingsley, Williamsville, New York                                     Nardin Academy/ WNY Flash ECNL       
 
 

• 2024 ECNL Ohio Valley All Conference
• 2024 All Western New York Large School
• 2024 & 2025 First Team All Catholic 
• 2024 Team MVP
• 2x Team Captain 
• 2x USYNT ID Center (2022,2023) 

 
                                   
Why I chose Georgetown: "Georgetown offers the perfect blend of what I was looking for when choosing a school: a historic Jesuit university with rigorous academics, an elite soccer program, and a beautiful campus in an amazing city. The environment at Georgetown allows me to be challenged both in the classroom and on the soccer field, and I could not ask for anything more. I am both grateful and humbled for this opportunity. "
 
Coach Nolan: "Rory is a versatile attacking player, capable of playing anywhere across the front line. A good back to goal player with an aggressive mentality and a nose for the goal we are excited to welcome Rory to our program."
 
 
Kate Leach: Atlanta, Georgia                               Pace Academy / Tophat SC Navy GA
 
• Named Academic All-American 2025
• Selected AAAA First Team All-Region 2025
• Selected GACA First Team All-State Pre-Season 2024-2025
* Named HS Defensive Player of the Year 2025
• Selected Georgia High School Soccer AAAA All-State Pre-Season 2023-2024
• Team Captain 2024-2025
 
 
Why I chose Georgetown:   From the moment I explored Georgetown, I was drawn to its blend of academic excellence, nationally ranked athletics, and a culture grounded in commitment, integrity, and service. Under Coach Nolan's experienced leadership, the women's soccer program exemplifies teamwork, discipline, and a shared sense of purpose—where every player has a role and contributes to something greater than herself. The team's selfless energy and genuine sisterhood make Georgetown soccer more than a sport; it's a community that challenges, supports, and uplifts one another.
 
Coach Nolan: "Kate Is an athletic player capable of playing up top or at the back. She can lead the line, score and create goals but also is a good defender. She has a strong personality and a determination to succeed. We are looking forward to Kate joining us next Fall
 
Madi Macdonald: Southborough, Massachusetts    Choate Rosemary Hall/ NEFC GA
 

• Senior Captain, Choate
• Connecticut All-State, NEPSAC JR
• All-Star, 2022, 2024 NEPSAC Final 4.
• NEFC: 2022, 2025 GA National

 
Why I chose Georgetown: "Georgetown attracted me because the culture and environment captivated me the moment I stepped on campus. The combination of
academic rigor and a highly competitive soccer program made it clear that this was where I wanted to be. I'm excited to join the Hoya community and embrace the challenges that will help me grow both on and off the field."
 
Coach Nolan: "Madi is a strong technical GK with a great work ethic. She's a very good shot stopper with leadership qualities and joins an excellent goalkeeping group here at Georgetown. We are very happy to have Madi join us here.
 
 
Finley Newell, Georgetown, Texas                     Georgetown HS/ Classic Elite ECNL 08
 
 

• Member of Ireland U19/U17 National Team Program, 22 Caps
• 1st team all state '24
• 1st team all conference '23,24,25
• Freshmen of the year '23
• Team offensive mvp '24, 25
• Team captain 2024-2025
• 2024 GA National Champions u17
• ECNL national selection game Dallas '25

                                   
 
Why I choose Georgetown:  because it's a perfect combination of academics, culture, and competitive athletics. As soon as I stepped foot on campus, no other school could compete with the gorgeous campus and exciting area that DC encompasses. The rich traditions and the type of people Georgetown attracts were a clear sign it was a perfect place for me. With such an amazing coaching staff and team culture, I believe I will be able to develop to my fullest while having every opportunity at my fingertips. I couldn't be more excited to call Georgetown my home and be a part of the special team that it is!
 
Coach Nolan:"Finley is another versatile player with the flexibility to pretty much play anywhere. A forward mainly for her club, she also plays center back for her country and has lots of potential to play in other spots also. We are very excited to welcome Finley to the Hilltop next year.".
 
 
Siena White: San Anselmo, California                            Marin Catholic / Bay Area Surf ECNL
 
 

• US Soccer Player Development Program (PDP) NorCal State Team
• Gothia Cup Champion 2024
• All-Conference MCAL First Team, 2025
• US Women's Youth National Team Pool 2022-2025*  
• First Team ECNL 2024
• ECNL All-Conference 2024
• 3x US Women's Soccer Identification Camp 

 
Why I choose Georgetown: " because it offers the opportunity to challenge myself both academically and athletically at an extremely high level. The university's emphasis on excellence, integrity, and purposeful community immediately drew me in. I am thrilled to join Georgetown and experience all that its vibrant campus has to offer."
 
Coach Nolan: "Siena is a smooth, technical soccer player capable of playing in midfield or along the back line. She reads the game very well and can start dynamic attacks out of the back field also. We look forward to bringing Siena to Georgetown next Fall."