Women's Soccer Signs Nine to Class of '22
Findlay, OH. - University of Findlay women's soccer program announced its' 2022 class on National Signing Day, Wednesday, Nov. 10. Head Coach Trip Rogers has signed nine to National Letters of Intent in the 2022 class.
The 2022 Women's Soccer Signees:
Ava Ayers (Northwood OH/Lake HS/GTFC)
Audrey Gibson-Zweifel (Hilliard OH/Hilliard Davidson HS/Club Ohio)
Kennedy Jensen (Lima OH/Shawnee HS/GTFC)
Payton Miller (Monclova OH/Anthony Wayne HS/GTFC)
Sydney Noble (Hebron KY/Connor HS/Kings Hammer)
Jenna Rybicki (Monclova OH/Anthony Wayne HS/GTFC)
Kaitlyn Siefert (Union OH/Northmont HS/Kings Hammer)
Kaylynn Simon (Pemberville OH/Eastwood HS/Pacesetter)
Paige Smucker (Noblesville OH/Noblesville HS/Indiana Fire Juniors)
"We have a great group of ladies joining us this fall and they will give us depth in the areas of the field that we need. They all have a great deal of high-level club soccer that has brought them to this position and each player is a great representation of what we value for the future of the program. These are great young women with character, drive, and are determined to be impactful both in the classroom and on the field."
-Head Coach Trip Rogers
"I'm really excited for the student athletes we have joining us this fall. A lot of talent to be added all over the field and some even better people. This 2022 class is made up of young women that want to excel in the classroom, compete at a high level, connect with the community and really throw themselves into anything that is going to help them attain a standard of excellence. I believe this very driven group will help bring out the best in everyone they surround. I'm really looking forward to seeing what the next 10 months of growth looks like for them as they prepare to set foot on campus."
-Assistant Coach Kayla Walker
Ava Ayers: Ayers is a product of Lake High School and plays club for 04 Premier at Greater Toledo Futbol Club in the National League. She is a future Physical Therapist, member of the National Honors Society, and a 3-sport athlete excelling in soccer, basketball, and track. Ava has set multiple records for her high school including most goals in a game, season, and career. Her work ethic, quiet determination, and composure in front of goal set her apart. We are looking forward to Ava continuing the trend and netting many more goals as an Oiler.
- Why Findlay: "I chose Findlay because it was the perfect distance from home, had the smaller school feel I was looking for, and a great soccer team that I am very excited to become a part of." - Ava
Audrey Gibson-Zweifel: A soccer junky that comes to us from Hilliard Davidson High School and plays club for Club Ohio in the National League. A student athlete that is always watching the game, training and striving to get just an inch better each and every day. She is a future Occupational Therapist, active member in student council, and also competes on the US Youth Futsal National Team when she's not competing for her high school and club. Audrey's confidence in goal, composure both on and off the field, as well as her "always give your best and get the job done" attitude is something you just can't teach. We can't wait to have another set of hands defending our net.
- Why Findlay: "The campus felt like the perfect size and was somewhere I could see myself enjoying the next 6 years." – Audrey
Kennedy Jensen: Carrying on mom's legacy as an Oiler, Jensen comes to us from Shawnee High School. She plays club for 04 Premier at Greater Toledo Futbol Club in the National League. A future Physical Therapist, is a part of student government, yearbook and spirit club while racking up first team honors on the field and in the classroom. A local talent that can tackle any position that is asked of her. Her ability has been on display through her goal-scoring and facilitation as a forward and attacking midfielder for high school and helping lead her club team as a calm and composed center back. We are looking forward to having this swiss army knife in orange and black.
- Why Findlay: "I loved everything about it here. The campus, the environment, the size of the school, the distance from home and the coaching staff." – Kennedy
Payton Miller: Another excellent local product and an integral part of Anthony Wayne's midfield. Miller is also a part of the 04 Premier team at Greater Toledo Futbol Club and plays in the National League. A future Physician's Assistant, member of National Honors Society, and a 3-sport athlete, competing in soccer, basketball and track. Miller is a player that brings joy for the game, grit to the field, has a blue collar work ethic, and is someone who knows how to win. We are looking forward to having this fierce competitor in orange and black.
- Why Findlay: "I enjoyed the campus and the atmosphere. They really care for their students." - Payton
Sydney Noble: A product of Hebron, KY that is looking to study Business and Marketing. She is a part of National Honor Society and is on the senior board. Noble plays club for Kings Hammer and competes in the ECNL Regional League. A Conner High School favorite, Noble brings a swiftness about her game that allows her to be creative, a great facilitator, and a player that is going to score goals. She finishes out her high school season as an all-state honorable mention, all tournament region team, and 1st team all-region with 15 goals and 15 assists on the season. We look forward to having Sydney's talents impact us on the field and her goofy personality keeping us all laughing as we tackle each day.
- Why Findlay: "I chose Findlay because at Centre Camp when coach told me to smile I knew from that moment forward that I liked him. Then, when visiting and seeing the campus there were several other things that I liked. The small classes and campus felt perfect for me. Every time I visit or see Coach Rogers and/or Coach Kayla it makes everything feel right." – Sydney
Jenna Rybicki: Another local force from Anthony Wayne. She plays club for the 03 Premier team at Greater Toledo Futbol Club and competes in the National League. Jenna plans to study psychology. She is a member of the National Honors Society and another 3-sport athlete competing in soccer, basketball, and track. Jenna is a constant amongst the back line, always comes to battle, is another player that knows how to win and has a contagious attitude. We can't wait to have the Rybicki sister's back together at last.
- Why Findlay: "I liked the atmosphere and for my major." – Jenna
Kaitlyn Siefert: Siefert will be joining us from Union, OH and plans to study Biology. She is a member of National Honors Society and also participates and competes in DECA. Kaitlyn plays club for the newly renamed Kings Hammer Academy North (previously Warren County). Kaitlyn has an exceptional vision for the game and has the ability to continuously elevate players around her, a work ethic that is second to none, and a passion for growing her game that makes everyone remember why they enjoy the beautiful game of soccer. Her quiet leadership and ability to get along with anyone will only continue to make the program better. Looking forward to having her represent Oiler Nation.
- Why Findlay: "The coaches, the homey feel, and the size of campus. I just felt at home." – Kaitlyn
Kaylynn Simon: a product of Eastwood High School right down the road in Pemberville, OH. She plans to study Psychology and is a member of National Honor Society, Key Club, is a Senior Exec and is also on student council. Kaylynn plays club for Pacesetter Soccer Club in the ECNL. Kaylynn's versatility on the field allows her to be a threat across the back line as well as the midfield. Kaylynn's absolute commitment and willingness to sacrifice anything and everything to win a tackle, coachability, high level understanding of the game alongside her competitive nature and want to excel in everything she does are just a few of the things that we are excited to see from her. Looking forward to having her in orange and black.
- Why Findlay: "The location from home, the. coaches and the size." – Kaylynn
Paige Smucker: Smucker will be joining us from Noblesville, IN and Noblesville High School. She will be majoring in Pharmacy and is a member of National Honor Society. Her calming presence, witty jokes, and driven yet go with the flow personality makes her easy to be around. Paige plays for Indiana Fire Juniors in the ECNL Regional League. She brings a level of composure to the game, controls the tempo, is a great facilitator that also finds time to score goals while commanding the midfield. She knows the dedication, sacrifice, and heart that comes with winning championships and we couldn't be more excited to have her in black and orange.
- Why Findlay: "I want to major in Pharmacy so Findlay has a 6 year program. I want to play soccer at a high level and enjoy college." – Paige
The newest Oilers will join a program that has only posted 3 losses in the past 2 seasons, been nationally ranked and finished the Spring 2021 season at No. 24 in the United Soccer Coaches Poll.