Colorado School of Mines unveiled a twelve‑player signing class that will join the women's soccer program for the 2026 campaign, a cohort that blends immediate eligibility with a wave of fresh talent.
The group includes two mid‑year transfers who will be eligible mid‑season, while the remaining ten are first‑year players representing nine different states, underscoring the program's expanding national footprint.
Among the newcomers, Addison Bailey from Anchorage distinguished herself with two Alaska D‑1 state championships and a suite of all‑conference and all‑American honors, while Molly Elder of Spring, Texas, compiled a high school career of 36 goals and 27 assists, earning both Offensive Player and Midfielder of the Year accolades.
Other standouts include Breykn Davenport‑Murrish, who capped her Rocklin, California, high school career with a San Joaquin Section title and a Seal of Biliteracy, and Lucy Hays, the OSAA 6A Player of the Year from Portland, Oregon, whose all‑state recognitions reflect a consistent pattern of excellence.
The class also features Gabby Herfindahl, who led her high school team to a Class A District and State Championship appearance, and Haliya Jabel, a valedictorian who earned the Soccer Scholar‑Athlete and Four‑Year Service Awards.
Shyla Kalpathy, Gwen McAllister, Madisen Powers, Bella Torres, Veronica Weston and Skyla Yu round out the group, each bringing a mix of state championships, all‑conference honors and strong academic records, with several planning to major in engineering or science.
Coach comments highlighted the program's growing appeal, noting that the blend of skill sets and academic focus aligns with Mines' tradition of competitive athletics paired with rigorous scholarship.
The geographic spread of the recruits — from the Pacific Northwest to the Midwest and across Colorado — mirrors the university's ambition to build a nationally competitive team while maintaining a strong regional presence.