Kearney, Neb. – Nebraska-Kearney head soccer coach Chloe Roberts announced today the names of seven high school seniors who'll join the program in the fall of 2020.

UNK had five seniors among 26 players on this year's squad. That small class included three-time All-MIAA selections Allie Prososki (keeper) and Molly Willis (defender). 

'I am very excited to announce our 2020 recruiting class, and welcome them to the Loper Soccer family. This is a group of very talented, committed and passionate young women. As staff we have worked hard to add depth, competition and grow stronger in the attacking side of the field," Roberts said. 

She noted the team will likely add a couple of more players early next calendar year with the final 2-020 roster size being close to 30 players. This incoming group includes three forwards, two midfielders, one defender/midfielder and one keeper. By state, four are from Nebraska, two hail from Kansas and one is from Colorado.

"I believe they will come in eager to learn and embrace the culture we have created within the program and have an immediate impact. I look forward to them coming in and joining our already incredible group of returners," Roberts said.

The Lopers went 2-9-7 (1-5-5) this past season, finishing 10th in the MIAA. UNK begins spring workouts in March 2020.
 

Aspen Brandich – Forward (5-9, Colorado Springs, Colo./Rampart H.S.)

• Three-year soccer letterwinner heading into senior season
• Helped team win three league titles to date, posting a 17-1 mark in 2019
• Had 12 points (five goals & two assists) as a junior
• Has 16 points (six goals & four assists) in the current club season

Coach Roberts Quote: "Aspen is a great addition to the program. She is good on the ball, and loves to take players on. She will add depth and competition in the outside forward spots. "
 
 
Jacylan Doering – Midfielder (5-7, Lincoln, Neb./Lincoln Pius X H.S.)

• Three-year soccer letterwinner heading into senior season
• Helped the Thunderbolts win 21 games the last three springs
• Listed as one of Nebraska State Cup best XI players

Coach Roberts Quote: "Jacylan is a strong, smart and competitive midfield player. We are very excited to add her composure on the ball and passing range to the team. She will strengthen the middle of midfield on both sides of the ball'
 

Halle Gleckler – Forward (5-3, Elkhorn, Neb./Elkhorn South H.S.)

• Three-year soccer letterwinner heading into senior season
• 26 points (10 goals & six assists), including three games winners, as a junior
• Helped the Storm win the 2019 Class B state title and reach the 2018 final four
• Part of a club team that was a 2019 ECNL North American Cup finalist

Coach Roberts Quote: "We are very excited to add Halle's goal scoring ability to the team. She wants to be on the ball and go to goal. I see her coming in and proving to be a real threat in the final third."
 

Madeline Lecuona – Defender/Forward (5-3, Omaha, Neb./Millard West H.S.)

• Three-year soccer letterwinner heading into season
• 14 points (10 assists & two goals) as a junior including a goal in the Metro Championship game
• Helped the Wildcats win the 2019 Class A state title
• Part of the Gretna U18 club program that has won two state titles

Coach Roberts Quote: "Madeline is an excellent addition to our program. She is a versatile player who can play outside back or outside forward. She is fast, athletic, and loves to take players on adding to both the defensive and attacking side of the ball."
 

Isabel Mellick – Midfielder (5-5, Left Foot, Lenexa, Kan./St. James Academy)

• Two-year soccer letterwinner heading into senior season
• Helped the Thunder win the 2019 Class 5A state title
• Part of a club program that was the 2018 Kansas State Cup & Florida Elite ECNL Tournament Champions

Coach Roberts Quote: "I am thrilled to have Isabel join our program. She is a player who has great vision, and loves to be on the ball to make something happen.  She will strengthen our midfield, especially in the final third."

 
Emery Mounce – Goalkeeper (5-6, Spring Hill, Kan./Spring Hill H.S.)

• Three-year soccer letterwinner heading into senior season
• Three-time all-conference (second-team twice)
• To date 52 career shutouts in club (0.68 GAA) and 23 in high school (1.1 GAA)
• Has helped the Broncos win two regional titles

Coach Roberts Quote: "I am very excited to have Emery join our program. She is a very talented goalkeeper with huge potential. She is an excellent shot stopper with the ability to make some tremendous saves."
 

Taylor Philbrick – Forward (5-6, Gering, Neb./Gering H.S.)

• Multi-year letterwinner in both soccer and basketball
• As a junior led the region in scoring with 19 goals in 15 games
• Two-time first-team all-region
• Played three years of club soccer in Ft. Collins, Colo.

Coach Roberts Quote: 'I am very excited to have Taylor join our program. She is a smart, dedicated player with a real eye for goal. Her abilities in the final third will be a real threat.'