University of Richmond Athletics
Spider Soccer Adds Eight to 2025 Signing Class
01/09/2025 | Women's Soccer
RICHMOND, Va. – Head Coach Adam Denton and the University of Richmond women's soccer team announced on Thursday the signing of eight freshmen ahead of the 2025 fall season.
"We're thrilled to introduce the 2025 recruiting class as the newest members of our Spider Family," Denton said. "As we strive for even greater success within the A-10 Conference and beyond, each of these young women bring unique strengths that will help us reach our goals. Combined with our two spring transfers, this incoming group enhances the talents of our current roster. The future of Spider Soccer at the University of Richmond is bright, and we're eager to see what's ahead. Go 'DERS!"
2025 Richmond Soccer Signing Class
Jess Moylan
Position: Midfield
Hometown: Sellersville, Pennsylvania
High School: Pennridge High School
Club Team: Hex FC ECN
Academic Honors: Distinguished Honor Roll, National Honors Society
Athletic Honors: 2nd Team All League, Member of PIAA 4A State Championship team, Team Captain, MVP 2024
Why Richmond: "I chose Richmond because of the beautiful campus and facilities located just outside the city. Richmond provides the opportunity to continue competing at a high level athletically while being immersed in rigorous academics."
From Coach Denton: "Jess is a versatile and athletic midfielder, who can play in multiple position in midfield. Her ability to compete defensively and creativity on the ball in the attack will provide added quality and depth within the midfield."
Andee Costabile
Position: Forward
Hometown: Bedminster, New Jersey
High School: Bernards High School
Club Team: MatchFit Academy ECNL
Academic Honors: 3x Bernards High School High Honor Roll, National Honors Society Member, National Merit Scholarship Commended Student
Athletic Honors: 3x NJSIAA First Team All-Conference, 2x NJSIAA All State Honors, 2023 Top "20" North 2 Region Honoree
Why Richmond: "I chose the University of Richmond because I believe Richmond's perfect blend of high academics and competitive athletics will push me to grow as a player, teammate, and a student. I look forward to being immersed in Richmond's diverse community and learning new things from the remarkable people I will be surrounded by! "
From Coach Denton: "Andee is a strong forward who can play both back to goal and facing forward. Her strength and competitiveness will bring positive competition and depth to the forward position."
Emma Newman
Position: Midfield/Forward
Hometown: Mission Viejo, California
High School: Santa Margarita Catholic High School
Club Team: Slammers HBKoge ECNL
Academic Honors: 4.3 GPA, 3-time Student-Scholar Athlete Award
Athletic Honors: Two-time California Southern Section Regional Champion 2023 and 2024, CIF Champion 2023, Two- time round of 16 ECNL playoffs, Honorable Mention in Trinity League 2023
Why Richmond: "I chose Richmond because of its strong academic reputation, supportive community, and the beautiful campus. When I visited, I felt like I was at home and the soccer team's environment was amazing."
From Coach Denton: "Emma is a creative and intelligent forward who has the versatility to play centrally or in wide areas. Her composure and vision will add quality and depth to our forward group next fall."
Julia Lishia
Position: Defender
Hometown: Valencia, PA
High School: Mars Area High School
Club Team: Pittsburgh Riverhounds
Academic Honors: High Honor Roll
Athletic Honors: All State 2024, All WPIAL 2024, All Section 2024/23, All Butler County girls soccer team 2024
Why Richmond: "I chose the University of Richmond because of the exceptional academic program, as well as the safe and positive atmosphere. I also get the opportunity to play soccer at a competitive program."
From Coach Denton: "Julia is a strong defender with a great work rate on both sides of the ball. Her ability to defend 1v1 and ability on the ball with her delivery in the attacking half will help add depth and quality on both sides of the ball."
Morgane Zinn
Position: Center Back
Hometown: Montclair, New Jersey
High School: Montclair High School
Club Team: PDA 2007 Blue
Athletic Honors: MVP senior varsity high school award, 2024 North 1 Group Sectional Champions, Named SES All Conference Selection American Div First Team for all 4 years of high school, NJGSCA Sectional Recognition sophomore season, Varsity Captain Junior and Senior Year , ECNL Quarter Finals 2022
Why Richmond: "I chose the University of Richmond because of its strong athletic and academic standards. Richmond's beautiful campus and vibrant atmosphere immediately stood out to me. After exploring other colleges and speaking to other coaches, Richmond felt like the best fit for me as both a student athlete and person."
From Coach Denton: "Morgane is a tough center back with the quality to compete well in 1v1 battles on the ground and in the air. Her physicality and presence will bring great competition and depth to the position next fall."
Isabel Seifert
Position: Goalkeeper
Hometown: Charlotte, N.C.
High School: Davidson Day School
Club Team: Charlotte SA ECNL G07
Academic Honors: Headmaster's List all Sophomore and Junior year
Athletic Honors: 2022-2023 Mid-Atlantic Conference First Team, 2x 2A NCISSA State Champion, 2x Conference Player of the Year, 3x 2A NCISSA All-State Team, 3x 2A NCISSA All-Conference, 2023 NCSCA Private School Region 2 Team, Charlotte Observer Girls Soccer Second Team 2022 and 2023
Why Richmond: "When I went on my visit I fell in love with the campus and it felt like home. Additionally, the coaches were transparent about their expectations and goals which creates a refreshing and welcoming environment."
From Coach Denton: "We are looking forward to Isabel joining our GK unit next fall. She brings consistency in her handling, shot stopping, and distribution. Isabel will add great competition to the position next fall."
Anna Nelson
Position: Forward
Hometown: Syracuse, New York
High School: West Genesee High School
Club Team: Syracuse Development Academy 2007 Girl's GA
Academic Honors: High Honor Roll all of High School, National Honor Society, National Art Honor Society
Athletic Honors: 2x All Section CNY AA Team, 2x MVP of Sectional Tournament, 2x First-Team All-League, 2x Local Athlete of the Week, 2x All-State, All CNY Large School Team
Why Richmond: "I chose Richmond for its outstanding academics, lively campus, welcoming community and the culture of the women's soccer team. The first step I took on campus made me feel completely at home and the girls had been so welcoming, kind and treated each other like family."
From Coach Denton: "Anna is a wide forward with good pace and willingness to take players on in the final third. Her ability to threaten in behind the backline will provide added competition and depth up front."
Macray Marchione
Position: Forward
Hometown: Plano, Texas
High School: Hebron High School
Club Team: Dallas Texans U19 ECNL
Academic Honors: Top 1% of high school class with 968 individuals, Member of Science National Honor Society, Member of National Honor Society, AP Scholar with Distinction
Athletic Honors: Captain of Hebron High School Varsity Soccer Team, Texas High School UIL Academic All-District, ODP Regional Team for Texas, 2022-23 GA Playoffs
Why Richmond: "I chose the University of Richmond because of its rigorous academics, strong sense of community, and competitive athletic environment in the A-10 conference. Richmond aligns with my goals both academically and athletically. When I visited, I was immediately welcomed by the team and impressed with how fast the girls made me feel at home. I'm so excited to be a part of the Spider family and play for a very respected and personable coaching staff!"
From Coach Denton: "Macray is an intelligent and technical player who as the ability to play in the midfield and up front. Her comfort level on the ball will bring added creativity and vision to the attack."
Gallery: (1-9-2025) 2025 Women's Soccer Signing Class
"We're thrilled to introduce the 2025 recruiting class as the newest members of our Spider Family," Denton said. "As we strive for even greater success within the A-10 Conference and beyond, each of these young women bring unique strengths that will help us reach our goals. Combined with our two spring transfers, this incoming group enhances the talents of our current roster. The future of Spider Soccer at the University of Richmond is bright, and we're eager to see what's ahead. Go 'DERS!"
2025 Richmond Soccer Signing Class
Jess Moylan
Position: Midfield
Hometown: Sellersville, Pennsylvania
High School: Pennridge High School
Club Team: Hex FC ECN
Academic Honors: Distinguished Honor Roll, National Honors Society
Athletic Honors: 2nd Team All League, Member of PIAA 4A State Championship team, Team Captain, MVP 2024
Why Richmond: "I chose Richmond because of the beautiful campus and facilities located just outside the city. Richmond provides the opportunity to continue competing at a high level athletically while being immersed in rigorous academics."
From Coach Denton: "Jess is a versatile and athletic midfielder, who can play in multiple position in midfield. Her ability to compete defensively and creativity on the ball in the attack will provide added quality and depth within the midfield."
Andee Costabile
Position: Forward
Hometown: Bedminster, New Jersey
High School: Bernards High School
Club Team: MatchFit Academy ECNL
Academic Honors: 3x Bernards High School High Honor Roll, National Honors Society Member, National Merit Scholarship Commended Student
Athletic Honors: 3x NJSIAA First Team All-Conference, 2x NJSIAA All State Honors, 2023 Top "20" North 2 Region Honoree
Why Richmond: "I chose the University of Richmond because I believe Richmond's perfect blend of high academics and competitive athletics will push me to grow as a player, teammate, and a student. I look forward to being immersed in Richmond's diverse community and learning new things from the remarkable people I will be surrounded by! "
From Coach Denton: "Andee is a strong forward who can play both back to goal and facing forward. Her strength and competitiveness will bring positive competition and depth to the forward position."
Emma Newman
Position: Midfield/Forward
Hometown: Mission Viejo, California
High School: Santa Margarita Catholic High School
Club Team: Slammers HBKoge ECNL
Academic Honors: 4.3 GPA, 3-time Student-Scholar Athlete Award
Athletic Honors: Two-time California Southern Section Regional Champion 2023 and 2024, CIF Champion 2023, Two- time round of 16 ECNL playoffs, Honorable Mention in Trinity League 2023
Why Richmond: "I chose Richmond because of its strong academic reputation, supportive community, and the beautiful campus. When I visited, I felt like I was at home and the soccer team's environment was amazing."
From Coach Denton: "Emma is a creative and intelligent forward who has the versatility to play centrally or in wide areas. Her composure and vision will add quality and depth to our forward group next fall."
Julia Lishia
Position: Defender
Hometown: Valencia, PA
High School: Mars Area High School
Club Team: Pittsburgh Riverhounds
Academic Honors: High Honor Roll
Athletic Honors: All State 2024, All WPIAL 2024, All Section 2024/23, All Butler County girls soccer team 2024
Why Richmond: "I chose the University of Richmond because of the exceptional academic program, as well as the safe and positive atmosphere. I also get the opportunity to play soccer at a competitive program."
From Coach Denton: "Julia is a strong defender with a great work rate on both sides of the ball. Her ability to defend 1v1 and ability on the ball with her delivery in the attacking half will help add depth and quality on both sides of the ball."
Morgane Zinn
Position: Center Back
Hometown: Montclair, New Jersey
High School: Montclair High School
Club Team: PDA 2007 Blue
Athletic Honors: MVP senior varsity high school award, 2024 North 1 Group Sectional Champions, Named SES All Conference Selection American Div First Team for all 4 years of high school, NJGSCA Sectional Recognition sophomore season, Varsity Captain Junior and Senior Year , ECNL Quarter Finals 2022
Why Richmond: "I chose the University of Richmond because of its strong athletic and academic standards. Richmond's beautiful campus and vibrant atmosphere immediately stood out to me. After exploring other colleges and speaking to other coaches, Richmond felt like the best fit for me as both a student athlete and person."
From Coach Denton: "Morgane is a tough center back with the quality to compete well in 1v1 battles on the ground and in the air. Her physicality and presence will bring great competition and depth to the position next fall."
Isabel Seifert
Position: Goalkeeper
Hometown: Charlotte, N.C.
High School: Davidson Day School
Club Team: Charlotte SA ECNL G07
Academic Honors: Headmaster's List all Sophomore and Junior year
Athletic Honors: 2022-2023 Mid-Atlantic Conference First Team, 2x 2A NCISSA State Champion, 2x Conference Player of the Year, 3x 2A NCISSA All-State Team, 3x 2A NCISSA All-Conference, 2023 NCSCA Private School Region 2 Team, Charlotte Observer Girls Soccer Second Team 2022 and 2023
Why Richmond: "When I went on my visit I fell in love with the campus and it felt like home. Additionally, the coaches were transparent about their expectations and goals which creates a refreshing and welcoming environment."
From Coach Denton: "We are looking forward to Isabel joining our GK unit next fall. She brings consistency in her handling, shot stopping, and distribution. Isabel will add great competition to the position next fall."
Anna Nelson
Position: Forward
Hometown: Syracuse, New York
High School: West Genesee High School
Club Team: Syracuse Development Academy 2007 Girl's GA
Academic Honors: High Honor Roll all of High School, National Honor Society, National Art Honor Society
Athletic Honors: 2x All Section CNY AA Team, 2x MVP of Sectional Tournament, 2x First-Team All-League, 2x Local Athlete of the Week, 2x All-State, All CNY Large School Team
Why Richmond: "I chose Richmond for its outstanding academics, lively campus, welcoming community and the culture of the women's soccer team. The first step I took on campus made me feel completely at home and the girls had been so welcoming, kind and treated each other like family."
From Coach Denton: "Anna is a wide forward with good pace and willingness to take players on in the final third. Her ability to threaten in behind the backline will provide added competition and depth up front."
Macray Marchione
Position: Forward
Hometown: Plano, Texas
High School: Hebron High School
Club Team: Dallas Texans U19 ECNL
Academic Honors: Top 1% of high school class with 968 individuals, Member of Science National Honor Society, Member of National Honor Society, AP Scholar with Distinction
Athletic Honors: Captain of Hebron High School Varsity Soccer Team, Texas High School UIL Academic All-District, ODP Regional Team for Texas, 2022-23 GA Playoffs
Why Richmond: "I chose the University of Richmond because of its rigorous academics, strong sense of community, and competitive athletic environment in the A-10 conference. Richmond aligns with my goals both academically and athletically. When I visited, I was immediately welcomed by the team and impressed with how fast the girls made me feel at home. I'm so excited to be a part of the Spider family and play for a very respected and personable coaching staff!"
From Coach Denton: "Macray is an intelligent and technical player who as the ability to play in the midfield and up front. Her comfort level on the ball will bring added creativity and vision to the attack."
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