CSM Signs Fort Collins, Colorado Soccer Player

I am very pleased to announce the signing of our first recruit for the 2009 soccer season, Raeleigh Withey. Raeleigh is a keeper that has had great success with her club team, ODP team as well as her Rocky Mountain High School soccer team in Colorado. Raeleigh's high school team made it all the way to the 5A state semi-final in May.

Raeleigh had a great visit with us in August. During her visit, she was able to practice with us, making a memorable save where she had to change direction in mid-air. She was even able to play forward on the field for awhile (Raeleigh is very fast!) The rest of her trip she attended a team dinner with us and spent the night in the dorms.

I personally like Raeleigh's commitment to excellence and her outstanding effort and hustle. She will bring a great attitude and work ethic to CSM and will definately contribute to the success of the Flames. Welcome to the Flames Family!

Columbus Scotus Soccer Player Signs with CSM

Mollie Jones, current starting goalkeeper at Columbus Scotus, signed her letter of intent with CSM on Tuesday. Mollie is also a softball player and will be playing for CSM on the softball team as well. Softball Coach Chuck Brewer and I drove to Columbus to witness the event. Mollie's coaches were there along with her parents and the local newspaper reporter.

We are excited to have Mollie as a part of the team. CSM has a great tradition of awesome goalkeeping. Last year's starting goalkeeper, senior Laura Forbes was the MCAC Defensive Player of the Year. We hope that Mollie continues that tradition (or course, with help from our stellar Assistant Coach Kim Ernesti, who is a former All-Region goalkeeper with CSM.) Mollie is quick and agile and is great under pressure. I just can't wait for next season to begin!

Read what the Columbus Telegram has to say about Mollie.