Cougar Athletics
30 NAIA National Championships
95 GSAC Championships
...and counting

THIS YEAR: Sophomore Theresa Broad returns after a standout freshman campaign that netted her NAIA All-American first team honors … A prolific scorer who utilizes her outstanding speed to generate breakaway scoring chances.

2006 (Freshman): Named NAIA Region II Player of the Year en route to earning NAIA All-American first team honors … Also named All-GSAC after leading the conference in goals (24) and points (56) … Ranked second in the GSAC in assists, setting up 8 additional Cougar goals … Came within 2 goals of tying Azusa Pacific’s single-season scoring record … Scored 7 goals and assisted another to lead the Cougars to 4-goal victories over all 3 NAIA Region II playoff foes … Scored or assisted 2 or more goals in 10 straight games … Twice recorded hat tricks to lead Azusa Pacific to 4-0 victories over The Master’s and Menlo.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played 4 varsity seasons of soccer for coach Jose Ramirez at Western Christian High in Covina … Also ran track as a 2006 senior … Led the Lancers to a share of the CIF-Southern Section Division VI championship, the first CIF soccer title in school history … Shattered Western Christian’s season scoring record, collecting 42 goals and 27 assists as a 2006 senior … Named the 2006 San Gabriel Valley Tribune girls soccer Player of the Year, in addition to Christian League MVP and CIF Defensive Player of the Year honors … A 2-time selection to the All-CIF and All-Christian League first teams … As a 2005 junior, scored 34 goals … Scored the game-winning goal in overtime of a 2-1 victory over Desert Christian in the CIF quarterfinal round, then tallied 2 goals to lead the Lancers to a 3-1 win over Maranatha in the CIF semifinals … Scored 3 or more goals in 7 games her senior year, with 6 additional 2-goal games … Was the 2006 Christian League track champion in the 400m, 800m and 3200m … Finished fifth in the 800m and eighth in the 400m at the 2006 CIF championships.

PERSONAL: Born Jan. 27, 1988, in Yorba Linda, Calif. to Kevin and Diane Broad … Has 2 brothers (Michael, Adam) … Majoring in elementary education … Would like to teach at the first grade level.

THIS YEAR: Junior forward Bridget Brotherton is a returning NAIA All-American third team selection who is a key component of Azusa Pacific’s explosive attack … Displays a knack for finding the goal … A strong player in the attack who is capable of finishing and distributing.

2006 (Sophomore): Named NAIA All-American third team and earned All-GSAC recognition … Ranked third in the conference in scoring with 15 goals and fourth in assists with 7 … Scored in 4 straight games, including a trio of 2-goal performances … Scored a goal and assisted 2 goals in each of the Cougars’ first 2 NAIA Region II playoff wins over Menlo and Westmont … Scored both of Azusa Pacific’s goals in a 2-0 win over eventual NAIA Tournament participant Carroll (Mont.).

2005 (Freshman): Appeared in 22 games as a freshman, starting 4 times … Finished second on the team in both points (18) and goals (9) … Tied for ninth in the GSAC in goals … Scored her first goal in her first collegiate game, a 2-1 win over Calvin (Mich.) … Scored goals in the final 4 games of the season including each of the Cougars’ 2 NAIA Tournament games … Had 2 game-winning goals including the only tally in a 1-0 win over Point Loma Nazarene in the Region II championship match.

HIGH SCHOOL: Prepped 4 years at Etiwanda High for Jason Montgomery … Played several different positions for her team including forward, central midfield, and in goal over the course of her career … Served as team captain during her senior season … After being second on her team in scoring as a senior, received multiple honors including an All-Baseline League selection … Was a member of the Inland Valley All Star team … Helped the Eagles reach the CIF quarterfinals … Named All-Baseline League as a 2004 junior … Was a 3-time winner of the Coach’s Award … As a 2003 sophomore, earned All-Baseline League honorable mention after leading the Eagles to a league championship.

PERSONAL: Born Aug. 7, 1987, in Upland, Calif. to Mike and Cathy Brotherton … Has 1 brother (Brett) … Wants to pursue a career teaching and coaching … Graduated high school with honors with a 4.1 GPA … Enjoys wakeboarding and snowboarding.

THIS YEAR: Three-time NAIA All-American goalkeeper Jill Colfer-Martinson returns for what should be an historic senior campaign … Enters the season needing just 3 shutouts to break the Cougar career shutout record and has established a record-setting pace for the best career goals-against average … Has good athletic ability … Is very vocal and a strong communicator in the back … Is technically sound in goal and comes up with the big save on a consistent basis.

2006 (Junior): Started all 23 games for the NAIA runner-up Cougars … Posted a 0.43 GAA and tallied 13 shutouts … Earned NAIA All-American second team recognition … Surrendered just 3 goals in 10 conference games, registering a 0.31 GAA and 6 cleansheets in GSAC play … Collected 55 saves, including a career-high 9 stops in Azusa Pacific’s 3-2 overtime road win at Lee (Tenn.) … Put together a 6-week stretch in which the only 2 goals she allowed came on a corner kick and a free kick, posting 9 shutouts in 12 games in the stretch.

2005 (Sophomore): Started all of the Cougars’ 22 games between the pipes … Earned NAIA All-American second team honors … Was an All-GSAC honoree … Recorded 14 shutouts during the season, including a 3-week stretch in which she blanked 6 consecutive opponents … Made 62 saves … Made a season-high 5 saves on 5 separate occasions … Allowed only 9 goals over 2,105 minutes of play which translated to a 0.38 GAA … Blanked Indiana Wesleyan, 3-0, in opening round of the NAIA Tournament.

2004 (Freshman): Garnered NAIA All-American honorable mention honors after a terrific season … Appeared in 16 games, making 14 starts … Ranked eighth in the nation, first in the GSAC, with a 0.59 goals against average … Allowed just 9 goals in over 1,381 minutes of play … Recorded 57 saves … Notched 7 shutouts including a stretch of 3 consecutive games in which she blanked Concordia, Fresno Pacific, and The Master’s … Defeated several top-20 programs throughout the season including wins over the NAIA’s No. 19-ranked Malone (Ohio) and No. 13 California Baptist … Shut out Malone (Ohio) 1-0 in her first start of the season … Had a season-high 8 saves in a 2-1 overtime win over Concordia to advance to the NAIA Region II championship game.

HIGH SCHOOL: Was a 4-year varsity starter for head coach John Little at Sheldon High in Sacramento, Calif. … Was named All-Delta League as a 2004 senior after posting 11 shutouts and registered a 0.52 GAA to lead the Huskies to an 11-4-5 finish and an 8-2-4 mark in Delta League play … Was a 3-time team captain.

PERSONAL: Born Sept. 11, 1986, in Mission Viejo, Calif., to Jay and Janice Colfer … Has one brother (Jeff) … Her grandfather, Frank Emitte, attended Azusa Pacific … Her father, Jay, played soccer at Western Baptist College in Salem, Ore. … Majoring in physical education … Would like to be a physical education teacher and soccer coach after graduation … Enjoys golf.

THIS YEAR: Freshman Jennie Cress joins an Azusa Pacific midfield loaded with talent and experience … Should push for minutes as a freshman … Provides depth and athleticism to the Cougar midfield.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played 4 seasons of varsity soccer for head coach Aimee Reynolds at McKay High in Salem, Ore. … Was a 3-time All-Central Valley League pick, earning first team honors after her senior campaign … Led the Scots to a 4-year 49-5-2 mark, playing in the central midfield and at forward during her career.

PERSONAL: Born Jan. 4, 1989 in Seattle, Wash., to Karina Dillree … Has 2 brothers and 1 sister … Cousin Kristen Russell played soccer at Pacific Lutheran and cousin William Russell played for the minor league soccer franchise Cascade Surge … Majoring in business administration.

THIS YEAR: Freshman defender Jasmine De La Fuente joins a class of 13 newcomers that give defending NAIA runner-up Azusa Pacific unprecedented depth … Should press for playing time as she acclimates to the collegiate game.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played 4 varsity seasons for head coach and former Cougar Abdiel Alvarez at Capital Christian High in Sacramento, Calif. … Helped lead the Cougars to a 3-year unbeaten streak in Golden Empire League play … Was named league co-MVP as a senior after helping Capital Christian claim back-to-back CIF San Joaquin Section titles … Also lettered in basketball and volleyball for the Cougars.

PERSONAL: Born Aug. 7, 1989, in Woodland, Calif., to Juan and Ana De La Fuente … Has 2 brothers and 1 sister … Cousin Chris Navarro played basketball at Bethany … Taking courses in pre-medicine and would like to attend medical school after graduation.

THIS YEAR: Freshman midfielder Lynsey Domene is expected to make an immediate impact in the Cougar midfield … Should battle for a starting spot in the central midfield … Is a strong technical player with good vision.

HIGH SCHOOL: Was a 4-year varsity starter for head coach John King at Esperanza High in Anaheim, Calif. … Led the Aztecs to 4 straight appearances in the CIF quarterfinals and a spot in the semifinals as a sophomore … Was a 3-time All-Sunset League first team selection and earned All-CIF recognition as a senior after leading Esperanza to a perfect 10-0 league mark and the No. 1 ranking in CIF Division I … Was a club soccer teammate of Azusa Pacific sophomore Theresa Broad.

PERSONAL: Born Aug. 21, 1987, in Anaheim, Calif., to Mike and Kari Domene … Has 2 brothers (Ryan, Tyler) and 1 sister (Layne) … Brother Ryan is also attending Azusa Pacific after previously playing football at Campbellsville (Ky.) … Majoring in child development.

THIS YEAR: Freshman Tara Donavanik joins Azusa Pacific with years of experience under current Cougar coaches at the club and high school levels … Is a very technical player who is good on the ball … Should push for minutes as an outside back.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played 4 varsity seasons for head coach Scott Mocabee, who is also an Azusa Pacific assistant coach, at South Hills High in West Covina, Calif. … Earned a pair of all-league honors and helped lead the Huskies to a share of the San Antonio League title as a 2006 senior … In her 2 years as a team captain, helped guide South Hills to a 2-year mark of 29-10-5.

PERSONAL: Born Dec. 31, 1988, in Duarte, Calif., to Ponprom and Marisa Donavanik … Has 1 older brother (Michael) … Has not declared a major … Played for Cougar head coach Jason Surrell for a club program during her middle school years.

THIS YEAR: Junior Grace Eleyae brings elements of speed and athleticism to the Cougar defense … Has seen action in a reserve role for 2 collegiate seasons and should push for playing time after the graduation of 2 key members of Azusa Pacific’s central defense.

2006 (Sophomore): Played in 8 contests, including 5 NAIA postseason games … Took 3 shots, putting 2 on goal.

2005 (Freshman): Appeared in 6 games … Used as a reserve in 3 of Azusa Pacific’s 5 postseason contests.

HIGH SCHOOL: Lettered in 3 sports at Don Antonio Lugo High in Chino, playing 3 varsity seasons of soccer for head coach Al Becceril … Also competed 2 seasons in track and field and 1 season of basketball … Helped lead the Conquistadores to a 20-1-1 record as a 2005 senior … Placed third in CIF in the discus and the 4x100m relay as a 2003 sophomore.

PERSONAL: Born March 29, 1987, in Inglewood, Calif., to Matthew and Emilia Eleyae … Has 1 brother (Emmanuel) and 2 sisters (Glory, Angel) … Athletic bloodlines include older brother Emmanuel, who competed in discus and shot put for the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, and grandfather Awoture, who competed for the Nigerian national team in the long jump, javelin, discus and distance running events … Majoring in psychology with a minor in communication … Enjoys playing the piano.

THIS YEAR: Junior midfielder Saxony Ifland returns to help anchor the Azusa Pacific midfield after seizing a starting role midway through her 2006 sophomore campaign … An aggressive player in the midfield … Makes things difficult for her opponents because of her toughness … Is a hard tackler … Possesses a good right foot.

2006 (Sophomore): Played in 22 games, starting 16 times … Scored a goal in her fourth start of the year, a 4-1 win over Hope International … Started the Cougars’ final 12 games en route to the NAIA title game … Fired 4 shots twice, including Azusa Pacific’s 4-overtime defeat to Lindsey Wilson (Ky.) for the NAIA championship.

2005 (Freshman): Appeared in 11 games, which included 3 starts … Recorded 5 points … Scored 2 goals and had 1 assist … Had a stretch of 3 consecutive games where she recorded at least 1 point … Scored her first collegiate goal against Whittier in the Cougars’ 9-0 victory … Assisted on a goal in the Cougars’ 2-1 win over Notre Dame de Namur … Had a goal in a 4-0 win over Holy Names … Took 10 shots.

HIGH SCHOOL: Prepped at Huntington Beach High for 4 seasons under head coach Will Vistasp … Played in the midfield and defense … Served as the team’s captain during her senior season … Was a 2-time winner of the coach’s award.

PERSONAL: Born Jan. 2, 1987, in Newport Beach, Calif., to Dwight and Teresa Ifland … Has 2 brothers (Zach, Levi) … Has not declared a major … Went on a mission trip to Jamaica in 2005 … Enjoys snowboarding, youth group, and the beach.

THIS YEAR: After 2 years of watching from the sidelines and recovering from injuries, sophomore Sadie Jewell finally takes the field for Azusa Pacific in 2007 … Plays an intelligent game and sees the field well … Should press for minutes as she adjusts to game speed.

HIGH SCHOOL: Graduated in 2005 from Granite Bay (Calif.) High, where she lettered 4 varsity seasons under head coaches Tiffani Geick and Chris Roberts … Was a 2-time All-Sierra Foothill League defender but sat out her senior campaign due to a knee injury … Helped lead the Grizzlies to 3 straight league titles and CIF San Joaquin Section Division II semifinal appearances.

PERSONAL: Dec. 16, 1986, in Granite Bay, Calif., to Thomas and Sherlene Jewell … Is an only child … Would like to become a veterinarian.

THIS YEAR: Senior forward Mari Kasamoto returns to give experienced depth to the Cougars’ talented group of forwards … Has excellent technical ability … Is solid and makes few mistakes.

2006 (Redshirt): Was awarded a medical redshirt after suffering a season-ending injury in the second game of the season … Started the Cougars’ season opener, a 1-0 victory over Bellevue (Neb.).

2005 (Junior): Started 20 of the 21 games in which she played … Recorded 8 points as she had 3 goals and 2 assists … Had the game-winning goal against Lindsey Wilson (Ky.) giving the Cougars a 2-1 win which snapped the Blue Raiders 35-game home win streak … Tallied a score in a 2-1 Cougar victory over Notre Dame de Namur … Had her assists in key moments as each led to goals in a pair of 1-0 wins over California Baptist and San Diego Christian.

2004 (Sophomore): Appeared in 12 games as a 2004 sophomore and made 5 starts … Scored 2 goals … Had back-to-back games with a goal … Scored her first goal against Hope International in a 3-1 win … Followed up with another goal in the next game against Point Loma Nazarene, a 4-0 Cougar victory … Started the final 5 games of the season including the Cougars’ NAIA Tournament first round contest.

2003 (Freshman): Appeared in 19 of the Cougars’ 20 games making 1 start … Did not register a point on 3 shots.

HIGH SCHOOL: Prepped 4 seasons at Iolani High in Honolulu, Hawaii, for head coaches Kari Morioka and Sandy Hamura … Also played 1 season of basketball … Was a 4-time state champion at the club level with the Honolulu Bulls Soccer Club.

PERSONAL: Born April 22, 1985, in Honolulu, Hawaii, to Michael and Jocelyn Kasamoto … Has 1 sister (Jean), who played college soccer at the University of the Pacific … Majoring in liberal studies with a minor in psychology.

THIS YEAR: Sophomore Brittany Lane joins twin sister Lauren at Azusa Pacific after spending a season at the junior college level … Has a good work rate and should push for minutes … Will be good for team chemistry.

MT. SAN ANTONIO CC (Freshman): Played 1 season at Mt. San Antonio College in Walnut, Calif., for head coach Melinda Bowen … Named to All-South Coast Conference first team after leading the Mounties with 12 goals and 5 assists.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played 1 varsity season at Upland (Calif.) High for head coach Ed Bell … Helped lead the Highlanders to an unbeaten (27-0-4) season that netted the national No. 1 ranking and a final No. 2 national ranking by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America.

PERSONAL: Born July 7, 1988 in Pomona, Calif., to Bob and Janet Lane … Has 2 older siblings, brother Kyle and sister Megan, in addition to twin sister Lauren … Would like to pursue a Master’s degree in history and eventually teach at the high school level.

THIS YEAR: Sophomore Lauren Lane is 1 of 8 returning starters for Azusa Pacific … Had an especially strong spring and should return in a starting role in the Cougar defense or midfield … Displays a nice scoring touch.

2006 (Freshman): Played in all 23 games, starting 15 times … Joined the starting lineup early in the GSAC season and started every game the rest of the way … Recorded her first collegiate point when she assisted a goal in a 3-0 win over San Diego Christian.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played 1 varsity season for head coach Ed Bell at Upland High after sitting out her junior season due to an injury … Scored the game-winning goal to complete an unbeaten campaign (27-0-4) for the Highlanders with a 2-1 victory over Harvard-Westlake in the CIF-Southern Section Division I championship game … Named All-Baseline League second team … Helped Upland earn the national No. 1 ranking by Student Sports for winter girls soccer and a final No. 2 national ranking by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America.

PERSONAL: Born July 7, 1988 in Pomona, Calif., to Bob and Janet Lane … Has 3 siblings - older brother Kyle, older sister Megan and twin sister Brittany … Would like to become a physical therapist … Majoring in athletic training.

THIS YEAR: Freshman Kjersti Lang joins Azusa Pacific with a chance to play significant minutes as a true freshman … Is a good technical player and a very hard worker … Has a passion for the game that can be contagious.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played 3 varsity seasons at Santa Fe Christian High in Solana Beach, Calif., for head coaches Scott Travaso and Dave Blomquist, who is now an assistant on the Azusa Pacific men’s coaching staff … Earned 3 all-league second team selections.

PERSONAL: Born Feb. 28, 1990, in San Bernardino, Calif., to father Kendell Lang … Has 1 older brother … Enjoys a variety of outdoor recreational activities, including surfing, fishing and skiing … Would like to be journalist after graduation.

THIS YEAR: Junior midfielder Karen Lawrence is one of several key pieces returning in a talented Azusa Pacific midfield … Has a great understanding of the game … One of the team’s most versatile players … Plays a key role in the Cougars’ set pieces.

2006 (Sophomore): Started all 23 games for the Cougars … Earned all-tournament honors for her standout defensive play for the national runner-up Cougars at the 2006 NAIA Tournament … Scored a pair of goals, both game-winners, and assisted 6 more … Drilled a 30-yard free kick 6 minutes into overtime for a “golden goal” that lifted Azusa Pacific to a 1-0 win over Vanguard … Curled a corner kick in with less than 10 minutes remaining for the game-winning score in the Cougars’ 3-1 NAIA semifinal win over Concordia (Ore.).

CAL POLY POMONA (Freshman): Played her 2003 freshman campaign for head coach Paul Caligiuri, a U.S. National Team veteran and U.S. Soccer Hall of Fame inductee … Scored 3 goals and collected 2 assists to help the Broncos to a 10-8-1 mark … Played in all 19 games, starting 9 times.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played 3 seasons of varsity soccer for head coach Ed Bell at Upland High … Helped lead the Highlanders to a second-place finish in the Baseline League as a 2003 senior … Twice earned All-Baseline League second team honors.

PERSONAL: Born March 16, 1985 in Fremont, Calif., to Jeff and Victoria Lawrence … Has 3 younger siblings, sister Kimberly and brothers Kyle and Kevin … Cousin Molly Vitelli is a third baseman on the Cal State San Bernardino softball team … A graphic design major, would like to work in apparel graphics or CD packaging after graduation.

THIS YEAR: Sophomore Tiffany Makinster is a hard-nosed defender who will compete for a starting spot … Is 1 of just 3 returning defenders.

2006 (Freshman): Played in 8 games, all in reserve, including a pair of NAIA postseason contests … Took 1 shot in a 4-0 win over Fresno Pacific.

HIGH SCHOOL: Was a 4-year varsity starter for head coach Jolene Keel at Valley Christian High in San Jose … Twice named team defensive MVP … As a 2006 senior, led a Warrior defense that shut out all 4 of its opponents en route to the CIF Central Coast Section championship … A 2-time All-West Catholic Athletic League first team selection … Played 3 seasons alongside Cougar sophomore Lauren Vroom.

PERSONAL: Born Sept. 21, 1987, in San Jose, Calif., to Dan and Valerie Makinster … Has an older sister (Vanessa) … Majoring in communication.

THIS YEAR: Senior midfielder Randie Massro is 1 of 4 returning NAIA All-Americans, and she will patrol Azusa Pacific’s central midfield for the fourth straight year … Has good size and can dominate in the air … Is a force in the middle of the field … Has started all 63 games of her collegiate career.

2006 (Junior): Started all 23 games while leading Azusa Pacific to the third NAIA title game in program history … Earned NAIA All-American third team recognition and earned a selection to the all-tournament team at the NAIA Tournament … Scored 4 goals and recorded 6 assists … Scored 1 of her 2 game-winning goals on a picture-perfect diving header early in the second half of the Cougars’ 1-0 NAIA quarterfinal victory over GSAC rival Westmont … Assisted the first 2 goals in a 5-1 rout of Westmont in the NAIA Region II semifinals.

2005 (Sophomore): An All-GSAC performer, started each of the Cougars’ 22 contests in the midfield … Finished tied for third on the team with 4 goals … Recorded 10 points … Had 2 assists … Twice recorded 3 points in a game … Had a goal and an assist in the Cougars’ 3-0 win over Indiana Wesleyan in the first round of the NAIA Tournament … Duplicated the feat against Vanguard with a goal and an assist in a 2-0 win over Vanguard … Scored a goal in the Cougars’ 4-1 win over Lee (Tenn.).

2004 (Freshman): Started all 18 games as a 2004 freshman … Was fourth on the team with 11 points … Scored 3 goals and totaled 5 assists … Had a season-high 4 points against Point Loma Nazarene with a goal and 2 assists in a 4-0 win (Oct. 30) … Notched a goal and an assist in a 2-0 win over The Master’s (Oct. 6) … Scored the Cougars’ lone goal in a 2-1 loss to Biola … Tallied assists in wins over Cal Poly Pomona and California Baptist.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played 4 varsity seasons at CIF Southern Section-power Bonita High in La Verne, Calif., for head coach Mike Dyer … Was a 2-time All-CIF and a 3-time all-league first team honoree … Named Maramonte League MVP as a 2004 senior … Led the Bearcats to 4 straight undefeated (32-0-0) league titles as well as CIF semifinal appearances in 2003 and 2004 … As a 2002 sophomore, led the Bearcats to a 30-1-2 finish and the CIF championship … Was a 4-time Scholar Athlete … Also played 2 seasons of volleyball.

PERSONAL: Born July 7, 1986, in Whittier, Calif., to Rick Massro and Christine Auxier … Has one sister, Brittany, a sophomore goalkeeper for the USC women’s soccer team … Her father, Rick, played football at Azusa Pacific from 1976-78 and her mother played volleyball in 1979 and was a member of the Cougars’ AIAW national championship team … Majoring in business marketing … Would like to pursue a career in advertising … Enjoys the beach, snowboarding, playing the piano and movies.

THIS YEAR: Junior Mandi Morrow returns to competitive soccer after a 2-year layoff … Should have an immediate impact and see time in the midfield … Is a strong player who sees the field well.

THE MASTER’S (Freshman & Sophomore): Played 2 seasons (2003-04) for head coach Allan Bowden at GSAC member The Master’s College … Saw action in 25 games, including 19 GSAC contests … Tallied 3 goals and 4 assists in 2 seasons of action with the Mustangs.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played 4 varsity seasons at Desert Christian High in Lancaster, Calif., for head coach Rachel Edwards … Was a 3-time All-CIF first team selection and was named CIF Offensive Player of the Year as a 2003 senior … Led the Knights to the CIF Div. V championship in 2003.

PERSONAL: Born June 25, 1985 in Lancaster, Calif., to mother Diane Morrow … Has an older brother Ryan and an older sister Megan, who played collegiate soccer at Sonoma State … Majoring in psychology with a minor in biology … Would like to work in the field of sports psychology … Hobbies include contemporary dance and photography.

THIS YEAR: Senior Sara Odenthal returns with valuable experience after filling a spot as a reliable reserve the past 2 seasons … Had a strong spring that pushes her further into the mix for minutes in a deep Cougar midfield … Has good size … Is a skilled player.

2006 (Junior): Played in all 23 games and started once for the Cougars … Scored 3 goals and collected 3 assists … Scored the eventual game-winner on a 39th-minute header that sparked a 5-1 win over GSAC rival Westmont in the NAIA Region II semifinals … Assisted the first goal in Azusa Pacific’s 3-1 NAIA semifinal win over Concordia (Ore.).

2005 (Sophomore): Appeared in all 22 games in her first season as a Cougar … Made 1 start against San Diego Christian and helped the Cougars post a 1-0 shutout win … Recorded her first collegiate point with an assist in a 9-0 win over Whittier … Took 17 shots.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played 3 years of varsity soccer at Glendora High under head coach Katie Bontempo … Was in the team’s central midfield all 3 seasons … As a 2001 senior, was named to the All-Baseline league second team … Served as the Tartans’ captain and was also named team MVP as a senior … Garnered 3 consecutive team offensive player of the year awards … As a junior, was an All-Baseline League honorable mention selection.

PERSONAL: Born Jan. 25, 1984, in West Covina, Calif., to Doug and Linda Odenthal … Has 1 brother (Eric) … Majoring in business administration … Would like to start her own business … Enjoys traveling.

THIS YEAR: Sophomore transfer Katie Rorabaugh will jump right into Azusa Pacific’s central defense following the graduation of a pair of 2-year starters there, including 2006 GSAC Player of the Year Julie Fletcher … Reads the game exceptionally well and maintains good composure … Has the potential to be a strong leader.

SACRAMENTO STATE (Freshman): Was the Hornets’ starting left back, playing in 20 of the team’s 21 games … Her only assist of the season was a pass out of the back that led to a breakaway golden goal in a 2-1 overtime win over Northern Colorado.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played 4 varsity seasons at Walnut (Calif.) High for head coach Lorraine Hansen … As a 2006 senior, was named CIF Defensive Player of the Year and earned her fourth All-San Antonio League first team honor … Was a 3-time All-CIF first team pick in addition to All-CIF second team honors as a 2004 sophomore … Helped lead the Mustangs to 4 straight undefeated league titles and 3 straight CIF championships from 2003-05.

PERSONAL: Born March 7, 1988 in Anaheim Hills, Calif., to Lou and Rene Rorabaugh … Has 2 older brothers … Has not declared a major.

THIS YEAR: Freshman midfielder Emily Shirk provides added depth to the strong Cougar midfield … Provides quickness and sound technical play.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played 4 varsity seasons for head coach Jeremy Pinard at Niwot (Colo.) High … Was a consistent offensive threat, averaging 8 goals and 8 assists per season over her prep career … Was a 3-time all-league and all-state honoree, garnering second team honors twice and first team selection as a 2006 senior.

PERSONAL: Born July 12, 1988, to Tom and Lucy Shirk, in Summit, New Jersey … Has 2 brothers, Matt (21) and Andrew (14) … Majoring in communication with a minor in journalism … Would like to write a book someday.

THIS YEAR: Junior defender Lauren Vroom is 1 of 2 returning starters for a stingy Cougar defense that has allowed just 21 goals in 45 games over the past 2 seasons … Is a tough 1-on-1 defender and a good passer … Has a good understanding of the game.

2006 (Sophomore): Appeared in 13 games, starting 8 times … Part of a defense that allowed fewer than 2 goals in 7 of the 8 games she started … Took 3 shots in the Cougars’ season-opening 1-0 win over Bellevue (Neb.), putting 2 of them on goal.

2005 (Freshman): Started 21 of the 22 games in the defense for the Cougars … Helped the defense post 14 shutouts … Assisted on the Cougars’ lone goal in the Region II championship game win over Point Loma Nazarene, 1-0 … Took 1 shot.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played 4 varsity seasons at Valley Christian High in San Jose, Calif., under head coaches Jolene Keel and Greg Dmitrovich … Was named to the All-West Catholic Athletic League first team during her junior and senior seasons … Earned an All-Central Coast section honorable mention after her senior year … Led the Warriors to the Central Coast Division III championship as a junior … Served as team captain for 2 seasons.

PERSONAL: Born June 21, 1987, in San Jose, Calif., to Brad and Laurie Vroom … Has 1 sister (Erin) … Majoring in business administration.

THIS YEAR: Sophomore transfer Brittany Walker joins a deep Azusa Pacific attack … Displays strength and athleticism in an aggressive attacking style … Will need to take advantage of limited opportunities to see continued action behind the Cougars’ NAIA All-American forwards.

ALABAMA-HUNTSVILLE (Freshman): Played all 16 games for NCAA Division II Alabama-Huntsville, starting 13 times as a 2006 freshman … Was the fifth-leading scorer for the 9-6-1 Chargers, registering 10 points on 3 goals and 4 assists … Scored or assisted goals in 6 of the Chargers’ first 7 games.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played 4 varsity seasons for head coach Mark Tate at Yelm (Wash.) High … Was a 2-time All-Pac-9 selection and earned The Olympian all-area recognition as a 2005 senior … Also lettered 2 seasons each in softball and track & field.

PERSONAL: Born Sept. 3, 1988, to Donald and Margaret Walker in Frankfurt, Germany … Her father is a retired Army officer … Has 1 younger sister … Majoring in psychology with a Spanish minor.

THIS YEAR: Freshman forward Kelsey Walker could immediately contribute to a deep, talented Cougar attack that features a pair of returning NAIA All-Americans … Has impressive speed and aggressiveness … Is willing to take defenders on in 1-on-1 situations … Finishes well in the air.

HIGH SCHOOL: Starred in soccer and softball for 4 years at Cedar Park Christian High in Bothell, Wash. … Was a 2-time All-Emerald City League first team pick for soccer head coach Terry Ryan, earning league MVP honors as a 2006 senior … Twice earned second team all-state recognition … Helped lead the Eagles to a pair of unbeaten campaigns as a 2005 junior and a 2003 freshman, including the 2003 state championship … Also named Emerald City League MVP and first team all-state shortstop in softball after helping Cedar Park Christian to 3 consecutive state tournament appearances.

PERSONAL: Born Aug. 26, 1989, in Riverside, Calif., to Steve and Tammi Walker … Has 1 older sister (Whitney) and 1 younger brother (Griffin) … Enjoys snowboarding and wakeboarding.

THIS YEAR: Junior Sarah Yoro is one of Azusa Pacific’s top offensive weapons … Is skilled in possession … Excellent at set pieces … Has a nose for the goal and actively creates attack opportunities.

2006 (Sophomore): Played in all 23 games for Azusa Pacific, including 22 starts … Scored 9 goals to rank third in a Cougar offense that averaged nearly 3 goals per game … Also assisted 5 goals … Ranked second in postseason scoring for Azusa Pacific, registering 4 goals and a pair of assists in 7 playoff contests … Scored and assisted goals in both the regional semifinals and finals wins over GSAC rivals Westmont and Vanguard … Tallied the game-winner in the NAIA Tournament-opening win over Tiffin (Ohio) … Scored the Cougars’ lone goal in the NAIA title game, a 2-1 defeat to Lindsey Wilson (Ky.) … Scored a pair of goals in a 4-1 non-conference win over San Diego Christian, helping give head coach Jason Surrell his 100th career coaching win.

OREGON (Freshman): Played 1 season for head coach Tara Erickson at PAC-10 member Oregon … Played in 12 games in a reserve role … Assisted the Ducks’ first goal in a 2-1 victory over Portland State, sending a corner kick into the area for a teammate’s header … Had 9 shots for the 9-9-1 Ducks.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played 4 varsity seasons for head coach Ray Akiona at Mililani (Hawaii) High … Was part of Mililani’s 2002 Hawaii state championship squad as a freshman, playing alongside then-senior and current Cougar Jolie Nitta … Was a 3-time all-state first team pick … Led the Trojans to state runner-up finishes in 2003 and 2004 … As a 2004 junior, named the Oahu Interscholastic Association’s player of the year.

PERSONAL: Born Oct. 9, 1987, in Honolulu, Hawaii, to Neal and Mae Yoro … Has 1 brother (Jacob) and 2 sisters (Jessica and Stephanie) … Brother Jacob played linebacker for Montana … Majoring in communication … Would like to enter the field of broadcast journalism.