STANDISH, Maine - Saint Joseph's College women's soccer Head Coach Jenelle Harris is pleased to announce the team's recruiting class of 2027.
Coach Harris, who is about to begin her 11th year as the Monks' skipper, is bringing in seven players from three different states - three from Maine, two from Massachusetts, and a pair from Connecticut. St. Joe's welcomes three midfielders, two forwards, and two defenders to a team that graduated five seniors from a 2022 side that posted a 10-9-1 overall record with a 9-3-1 mark in conference play.
"This talented recruiting class, along with our strong core of returners, will play a pivotal role as we prepare for another run in the GNAC Tournament, with the ultimate goal being a conference championship," adds Coach Harris. "We're excited to see how they perform at the collegiate level. The 2027 Class will add to our program's culture of competitive fire, commitment, accountability, and family – both on and off the field."
Last fall the Monks secured the #4 seed in the GNAC Tournament and opened the postseason with a decisive 3-1 quarterfinal victory over #5 Regis College on October 29th. Saint Joseph's then suffered a hard-fought 1-0 semifinal setback at the hands of top-seeded Johnson & Wales University, which proceeded to win the GNAC Championship for the third-consecutive season.
WOMEN'S SOCCER CLASS OF 2027:
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Madisyn Ayres Why Saint Joseph's? The welcoming environment, great nursing program, the opportunities that are offered, and to play soccer. High School: Played soccer at Thornton Academy…Played for Velocity FC for six years, winning the Maine Premier State Championship in 2022 and 2023…Earned the All-Academic award as a senior…Listed on the Academic Honor Roll all four years…Member of the National Honor Society and National Technical Honor Society…Also plans on participating in track & field at Saint Joseph's. Community Service: Tutoring, volunteered at youth girls soccer practices for local club, Saco soccer club, and volunteered at partners for world health. Personal: Madisyn Rosa Ayres, daughter of Donna and Chris Ayres…Has two siblings, Griffin and Duncan Ayres. |
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Ava Caron Why Saint Joseph's? I chose SJC because of the size, location, and ability to play soccer and study nursing, both in great programs. High School: Played four years of soccer and three years of basketball at Masconomet Regional High School…Helped her soccer side win the 2022 NEC Championship and make a trip to the State Tournament Elite 8…Her soccer team also claimed Challenge Cup Championships in 2021 and 2022…Also played on a 2021 squad that made a State Tournament Sweet 16 appearance…Played club for NEFC NS 2004 DPL for four years and made a trip to the 2020 DPL nationals…Also qualified for the 2021 nationals…Played club for Aztec for 10 years…Listed on the Academic Honor Roll, graduated with honors, and a member of the National Honor Society. Community Service: Ran clinic/camps for youth soccer and basketball, Red Cross Club services, can drives, helped run school events. Personal: Ava Rose Caron, daughter of Jana and Paul Caron…Has one sibling, Chase Caron. |
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Bridget Davis Why Saint Joseph's? Close to home, beautiful campus, and the soccer team. High School: Participated in soccer for four years and swimming for three years at Scarborough High School…Helped lead her team to a Class A South Regional Championship and Class A State Championship as a senior. Community Service: Volunteered at children's soccer camps Personal: Bridget Morrissey Davis, daughter of Alison and Derek Davis…Has two siblings, Finn and Maeve Davis. |
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Mackenzie Farnham Why Saint Joseph's? After graduating from SMCC I decided to further my education here because of the campus and great student to faculty ratio! Before St. Joe's: Played two years at Southern Maine Community College…Netted 10 goals with six assists for a total of 26 points in 26 games for the Seawolves…Named a USCAA First Team All-American and claimed YSCC First Team All-Conference accolades…Helped lead SMCC to an appearance in the YSCC Final Four and a runner-up finish in the 2022 USCAA National Tournament. High School: Played four years of soccer and lacrosse at South Portland High School…Named to the All-Rookie Team in lacrosse...Listed on the Academic Honor Roll and a member of the National Honor Language Society for American Sign Language…Played for Velocity Soccer Club (one year) and Typhoon FC (8 years)…Selected as a team captain and competed in the 2019 Gothia Cup in Gothenburg, Sweden. Community Service: Animal Refuge League, Earth Day Clean-up, Veterans Day breakfast service Personal: Mackenzie Samantha Farnham, daughter of Janine Christensen and Royce Farnham…Has one sister, Felicia Conley. |
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Emma Girardin Why Saint Joseph's? The campus is just beautiful. As soon as I stepped on campus I was welcomed by amazing people, it already felt like home. I felt so safe and knowing I got asked to further my soccer career made it better. And the amazing exercise science program. I love that I can further my play and get a degree. High School: Participated in soccer (four years), softball (three years), and indoor track & field (one year) at Killingly High School…Claimed a four-year athletic certificate and four pins with letter and numerals for soccer…Earned a third year All-Varsity plaque for softball…Helped lead her soccer team to a pair of regional tournament appearance, including a 2020 championship, and two state tournament appearances…Also played for a softball team that advanced to the regional state tournaments on two occasions…Scored 100 points in indoor soccer…Set the single season assist record in 2022…Played indoor with her team for 10+ years and won Revolution Cup titles in 2016 and 2017…Also helped guide the team to back to back undefeated seasons and championships, including 2023…Listed on the Academic Honor Roll her freshman, sophomore, and senior years…Her indoor soccer coach, Shaun Beauregard, is an SJC alum who graduated in 1996 and played soccer and baseball for the Monks. Community Service: Served 30+ hours of community service - helped coach U8 soccer, assisted setting up a 5k, helped run food tents with the Salvation Army, and filmed soccer games. Personal: Emma Rose Girardin, daughter of April and Gary Girardin…Has one brother, Brady. |
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Jordan Huntley Why Saint Joseph's? The school has a family vibe and is located in a beautiful location. It is close to family and has great programs academically and athletically. High School: Competed in soccer and basketball for four years and track & field for two years…Played club for Juventus and Stafford Soccer Club. Community Service: Partner and Pride, Car Wash Fundraiser Personal: Jordan Grace Huntley, daughter of Karen and Craig Huntley…Has one sister, Jena, and a stepbrother, Austin Clark. |
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Brielle Pigott Why Saint Joseph's? I decided to come to St. Joe's because the location of the school (being on the lake and the mountains) and close-knit family-like atmosphere it brings in the classroom and on the field. High School: Competed in soccer and track & field for four years at Shawsheen Valley Technical High School…Two-time CAC All-Star in both soccer and track…Claimed the track team's Unsung Hero Award…Played club for the FC Stars for six years…Listed on the Academic Honor Roll. Community Service: Served as a Burlington youth soccer coach for five years and assisted in the Burlington town hall for two years. Personal: Brielle Katherine Pigott, daughter of Kim and Rich Pigott…Has three siblings, Gavin, Emily, and Colby. |
