Men's Soccer
AIBEK ALLAN BIJANOV
Signed August 13, 2019
Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Aibek is a late addition to the Badgers roster and completes a two-man international recruiting effort for this years class of 2019 commitments. Aibek hails from Tashkent, Uzbekistan originally. He spent several years in Spain playing in the Spanish academies for Lavente UD (parent club in the Spanish top division of La Liga) where he was a left defender and midfielder. Aibek is the second player in the class who has played in Spain.
Men's Basketball
BRAXTON BENVENUTI
Signed July 18, 2019
Miami, Florida
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
A transfer from Rainy River Community College in International Falls, Minnestoa. Benvenuti led his team to one of the most successful seasons in school history while earning a bid to the post season tournament. He will bring veteran leadership to the Badgers in the 2019-2020 season.
Men's Basketball
KIYL MACK
Signed July 17, 2019
Chester, Pennsylvania
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
A member of the Archbishop Carroll varsity basketball team. Mack was named to the All-Delaware County team in his final season.
Women's Soccer
RACHEL BELLAVANCE
Signed July 5, 2019
Walden, Vermont
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
A co-captain and member of the Hazen Union High School girls varsity soccer program, Bellavance comes to NVU-Johnson with the intent to study Health Sciences. This past year, Bellavance was the recipient of the MENSCH award at Hazen Union High School. The MENSCH award is awarded to a student who shows integrity, respect for others and who does the right thing no matter how difficult the situation.
Men's Basketball
FLOYD DAVIS
Signed June 21, 2019
Riverdale, Georgia
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
A native of Riverdale, Georgia and a transfer from the College of Saint Joseph located in Rutland, Vermont, Davis will make an immediate impact for the Badgers this upcoming season. Throughout his career, Davis was a National Association of Christian Athletes All-Tournament team selection and a two-time All-State Selection in the state of Georgia.
Women's Soccer
LAURYN HOLSOPPLE
Signed June 18, 2019
Milton, Vermont
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Throughout her career at Milton, Holsopple was a two-time Division II state champion and in her senior season was named to the All-Lake Division Second Team honors. Outside of competing for the Milton Yellow Jackets, Holsopple is currently in her sixth season with Queen City Football Club. Holsopple was named the first QCITYZEN for the club on March 18, 2019. The award is given to an athlete that work with the community and embody the Queen City vision.
Women's Track and Field
ALYSSA CLONEY
Signed June 18, 2019
Barton, Vermont
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Alyssa Cloney a native of Barton, Vermont and a product of the Lake Region Union High School girls track and field team. Cloney plan to pursue a degree in Pre-Medicine when arrived at NVU-Johnson.
Men's Soccer
KASHIEF BROOKS
Signed June 15, 2019
Kingston, Jamaica
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Brooks comes to Northern Vermont University-Johnson from the state of Connecticut where he had an impressive high school career at Ansonia High School. Kashief returns home for the summers to play with the Duhaney Park FC Academy in Jamaica. The club is a well know team as its top level senior team competes in the KSAFA Super League. He was named to the Connecticut Association of Public Schools All-Copper Division team for his performance on the field.
Women's Triathlon
JACQUELINE McCULLOUGH
Signed June 10, 2019
Platteview, Nebraska
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Throughout her high school career competing for Platteview High School, McCullough competed in the Nebraska state cross country meet in 2015, 2016, and 2018. Being named to the all-conference team in 2015. On the track, McCullough was the Class B Track State Runner up in 2019 and competed in states throughout her four-year high school career. McCullough earned top honors in the 4x1 and won the Class B State Championship. When McCullough arrives to NVU-Johnson this fall she will pursue a degree in either Sport Psychology or Outdoor Education. Throughout her high school career, she was named to Honor Roll in 2015, Merit Roll in 2016 and was a member of the Spanish Club from 2016-2018.
Women's Soccer
ALLISON IRONS
Signed June 1, 2019
Fair Haven, Vermont
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Irons comes to NVU-Johnson from Green Mountain College in Poultney, Vermont. Irons is a native of Fair Haven, Vermont and played her high school soccer at Fair Haven Union High School. When arrived at NVU-Johnson, Irons will be beginning her junior year as a student-athlete and will pursue a degree in Journalism with a minor in Philosophy. During her time at Green Mountain College, Irons was awarded the Scholar-Athlete Award in the fall of 2018 for achieving a 3.6 GPA.
Men's Basketball
JAYMES SAVAGE
Signed May 24, 2019
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Savage, a captain of the Sankofa Freedom Academy boys' varsity basketball team has a polished resume on the basketball court winning three 1A City Championships and was also crowned the 1A State Championship. Savage intends to pursue a degree in Business Management at NVU-Johnson.
Men's Volleyball
JASON MADRID
Signed May 22, 2019
Aurora, Colorado
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Madrid was a student at Eaglecrest High School and will pursue a degree in Special Education when arrived at NVU-Johnson.
Men's Basketball
GEORGE SPANOS
Signed May 21, 2019
Garden City, New York
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
George Spanos comes to Northern Vermont University-Johnson from Garden City, NY. Spanos played his club AAU basketball for Hoop Lyfe AAU Basketball Club and Long Island Lightning AAU. Spanos intends to pursue a degree in Political Science and History.
Men's Basketball
MAMADOU N'DIAYE
Signed May 21, 2019
Prince George, Maryland
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
N'Diaye was a member of the Potomac High School boys' varsity basketball team. During the off season, N'Diaye competed on the AAU circuit with AHoops and Team Rampage. A 6'5 forward who will add depth in the frontcourt for the Badgers.
Men's Basketball
SAMUEL STEPHENS
Signed May 21, 2019
Gaithersburg, Maryland
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Stephens is from Gaithersburg, Maryland and was a member of the boys' varsity basketball team at Gaithersburg High School. The 5'7 guard will provide a scoring punch for the Badgers this upcoming season. Stephens will transfer from Norwich University to attend NVU-Johnson.
Men's Soccer
CARTER BLAIN
Signed May 19, 2019
Thetford, Vermont
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Carter Blain is a hard-working defender who has a strong motor. He is a tireless worker. In addition to playing Varsity Soccer, he also played basketball at Thetford Academy. Carter played his club soccer with the Lightning Soccer Club in the New England Premiership out of New Hampshire.
Men's Soccer
SILAS LOWENTHAL
Signed May 19, 2019
Hardwick, Vermont
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Silas Lowenthal comes to the Badgers program from close by in Hardwick, Vermont where he was a three-year member of the varsity boys' soccer team at Hazen Union High School. While at Hazen, he also played on the basketball team and is an avid skier. In his senior season, Lownthal earned All-Mountain Division First Team Honors.
Women's Volleyball
ALEESIA SMITH
Signed May 18, 2019
Aurora, Colorado
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Smith was a member of the Future Business Leaders of America, National Honor Society and a competing member of the Distributive Education Clubs of America. Smith earned a 4.3 grade point average in her final year of school. Smith played her club volleyball for Relentless Volleyball Club for six years and was a member of the Vista Peak Prep women's volleyball team.
Softball
KATRINA FOX
Signed May 15, 2019
Johnson City, New York
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Fox was a member of the Johnson City varsity softball team for five years, while also competing for the Conklin Raiders and STPS Ponies in the offseason. Fox received All-Conference honors twice in her high school career while also being named as a top player in her division. Fun Fact: Katrina is the younger sister of Head Coach Stacey Fox.
Men's Basketball
LOGAN WRIGHT
Signed May 15, 2019
Randolph, Vermont
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Wright was a member of the Randolph Union High School boys varsity basketball team. Wright will pursue a degree in Business with a concentration of Sports Managment at NVU-Johnson.
Men's Basketball
DYLAN YOUNG
Signed May 13, 2019
Lyndonville, Vermont
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Young was a standout player at Lyndon Institute being named to the Caledonia Dream Dozen. In his senior campaign Young was named to the Vermont Basketball Coaches Association North/South All-Star game. Off the court, Young has received honors in the classroom being named to the National Art Honor Society (NAHS), National Honor Society (NHS) and was a school student council member representing his graduation class.
Men's Soccer
GEORGE GIRGIS
Signed May 11, 2019
Frisco, Texas
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Played at a high level of club in the greater Dallas area, he competes for Ayses 00 Gold in the North Texas Soccer Association. A member of the varsity boys team at Frisco Independence High School. Previously, Girgis has also played at the club level in Texas for Liverpool FC. Girgis looks to add tenacity and speed to the Badger midfield.
Men's Basketball
DASHAUN ARCHER
Signed May 8, 2019
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Dashaun Archer is a 6'4 guard. Throughout Archer's career he has accumulated multiple athletic honors, being named as a Lancaster-Lebanon League All-Star selection. Early in his career he was a Second Team All-League selection and was the recipient of Defensive Player of the Year for Annville-Cleona High School.
Men's Soccer
MARQUISS CRUZ
Signed May 2, 2019
Portland, Orgegon
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
A senior this year at Sandy High School, Cruz has been a 4-sport Varsity athlete. On the soccer pitch, Cruz had a fantastic final year with 18 goals for the Pioneers where he served as captain in the midfield. His offensive output earned him team awards of MVP and Best Offensive Player for Sandy as the teams leading goal scorer. In addition to playing soccer in the fall, Cruz was also a talented kicker for the football team at Sandy. In High School, at the Varsity level, Cruz has also run track and played on the Tennis team. On the club circuit, he plays in the prestigious Timbers organization for the West Coast. He has competed for more than half a decade with the Eastside Timbers of the Portland area.
Men's Soccer
NICHOLAS MOSES
Signed May 1, 2019
Thetford, Vermont
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Moses is a speedy forward/midfielder who has a knack for scoring goals. During his junior season, he netted 14 goals and followed that up with an 18-goal output during his senior season this past Fall. Moses was a All-Capital Division selection the past two seasons. In the summer, he competes with other players from the Upper Valley on Touchline SC based out of New Hampshire.
Men's Volleyball
DOMINIC PHELPS
Signed April 29, 2019
Lyndonville, Vermont
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Phelps a product of Lyndonville, Vermont, will pursue a degree in Business with a concentration in Sports Management. Phelps made it to the Vermont State Finals in the 2018-2019 season and was named as a First Team All-State selection in the 2018-2019 season.
Women's Basketball
HALIE TILLOTSON
Signed April 29, 2019
Peacham, Vermont
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Tillotson was a member of the Danville High School girls varsity basketball program. Throughout her career Tillotson earned All-League Mountain Division honors. In her senior season, she was selected for the Vermont Basketball Coaches Association North/South All-Star game.
Women's Track & Field / Women's Basketball
CHEYANN TOOMAN
Signed April 26, 2019
Whitehall, Montana
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Multi-sport athlete in high school, Tooman has competed in the 100-meter, 200-meter, long jump, javelin, shot put and discus throughout her track and field career. Tooman plans to pursue a degree in Music Education when she arrives at NVU-Johnson. For the Badgers, Tooman will add depth in the front court.
Women's Volleyball
MASON LORES
Signed April 23, 2019
Englewood, Colorado
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Lores has two 4-year varsity letters in both Volleyball and Tennis at Englewood High School. In her senior season she was the captain of both programs. Lores plans on pursuing a degree in Business Administration when enrolled at NVU-Johnson.
Women's Basketball
KIANA JOHNSON
Signed April 23, 2019
Thetford, Vermont
Prior to NVU-Johnosn...
Kiana was a three-year selection for the Dream Dozen award that is awarded to the top twelve underclassmen in Division III and Division IV. When Kiana was a member of the Chelsea Red Devils Varsity Girls program she was a three-time selection for the Central Vermont League All-League team. In her final season at Thetford Academy Kiana as named to the Capital Division First Team All-League and was selected for the Vermont Basketball Coaches Association North/South All-Star Game. In her career, Kiana eclipsed the 1000-point plateau and finished her career with 1,119 points.
Men's Soccer
ADRIAN POPOWYCZ
Signed April 21, 2019
McLean, Virginia
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Adrian comes to Northern Vermont University with a plethora of playing experiences across the East Coast and abroad. Adrian played for many years as a starter for his club team, Bruno United FC in Rhode Island. Most recently in 2017, the team won the New England Premiership, and clinched a victory in the Rhode Island US Club Soccer State Cup advancing to Nationals. In addition, Adrian has competed with the Rhode Island ODP team. He also spent time playing abroad in England as he participated in the Chelsea FC Development Program in their EPL Youth Academy. On the high school circuit, Adrian currently plays for Langley High School in Virginia as he recently moved to the area.
Women's Basketball
KLAIRE WARE
Signed April 15, 2019
Fairfax, Vermont
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Klaire transfers to NVU-Johnson from Plymouth State University. Ware plauyed her AAU basketball for Next Level Athletics under Head Coach Kerry Lyons.
Women's Soccer
MAGGIE EGAN
Signed April 15, 2019
Sugar Hill, New Hampshire
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Maggie was a member of the Profile School varsity girls soccer team. She will pursue a degree in Business Administration at NVU-Johnson.
Men's Volleyball
ANDREW MIKA
Signed April 12, 2019
Clifton Park, New York
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Andrew Mika was a member of the Shenendehowa High School varsity volleyball team. He played his club volleyball with the Capital Sliders. Mika has an approach touch of 11' and he can block at a height of 10 feet 8 inches.
Women's Basketball
HANNAH ANGOLANO
Signed April 11, 2019
Jericho, Vermont
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Hannah was a member of the Varsity Girls Basketball program at Mount Mansfield Union High School. She was awarded the Tristin Southworth Award by the Vermont Basketball Coaches Association in 2019.
Women's Basketball
MADDIE HOUSE
Signed April 8, 2019
Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Maddie was a four year member and captain of the Point Pleasant Beach High School Varsity girls basketball progam. Maddie brings a sense of leadership and passion for the game of basketball and will be an impact for the Badgers in 2019-2020.
Women's Soccer
MADDIE HOUSE
Signed April 8, 2019
Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Maddie was a member of the Point Pleasant Beach High School Varsity girls soccer program. Maddie's talent along with athleticism, desire and strong leadership will provide an immediate impact for the NVU-Johnson women's soccer program.
Women's Basketball
JOHANNA KOLOK
Signed April 1, 2019
Guard/ Jericho, Vermont
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Jojo was a member of the Mount Mansfield High School Varsity Girls basketball team. Her ability to shoot the ball and her fierce competitiveness are both attributes that will help her excel at the next level.
Men's Soccer
COLE NELSON
Signed March 29, 2019
Goalkeeper/ Amsterdam, New York
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Cole Nelson joins the roster from the Amsterdam, New York hailing from Notre Dame-Bishop Gibbons where he was Captain of the Varsity team. While at ND-BG he was a two time Section II All-Star amassing impressive percentage statistics as he was in the Top 10 in Section II in 2017 and 2018 for save percentage. In addition, over his three-year Varsity career as a starter he accumulated over 500 saves. On the club circuit, Nelson played most recently for Rotterdam United.
Men's Soccer
JACK BATTISTONI
Signed March 18, 2019
Forward,Midfield/ Milton, Vermont
Prior to NVU-Johnson...
Jack Battistoni was a member of the Milton Yellowjackets. Jack in his senior season, made it to the Vermont Division II State Championship. He has competed regionally for many years with the Far Post Soccer Club.
Women's Volleyball
PORSCHE JOHNSON
Signed February 22, 2019
Middle Blocker/ Dallas, Texas
Prior to NVU-Johnson ...
Porsche Johnson was a member of the Woodrow Wilson High School women's volleyball team and played her club volleyball for Blocksport. During her high school career, she earned 2nd Team All-District in 2017. In 2018, Johnson earned 1st Team All-District Honors and was named the team Most Valuable Player. Concluding her senior season Johnson was named Best Newcomer of the Year.
Men's Soccer
ZACHARY BLASER
Signed February 16, 2019
Goalkeeper/ Sicily, Italy
Prior to NVU-Johnson ...
Zachary Blaser currently plays for the Viginia Legacy Soccer Club. Blaser played many years overseas in Spain and Germany for various clubs, most recently FC Amberg (Germany) and SpvGG Weiden (Germany). During that time overseas, he was a league champion in Spain with C.D Rota (2015) and a runner up with FC Amberg (2017). Additionally, Zachary competed in Europe as a goalkeeper selection in the ODP system. During his time in Europe, Zachary was awarded the Golden Gloves award in 2015 with C.D. Rota and was Golden Gloves runner-up in 2017 with FC Amberg.
Women's Basketball
DEVYN THOMPSON
Signed February 4, 2019
Guard/ Waldorf, Maryland
Prior to NVU-Johnson ...
Devyn Thompson was a member of the North Point High School girls' varsity program in Maryland. Thompson also played AAU with the SOMD Spartans. At NVU-Johnson, Thompson will be majoring in secondary education with a concentration in English.
Women's Basketball
LEXI WELCH
Signed February 4, 2019
Guard/ Lancaster, New Hampshire
Prior to NVU-Johnson ...
Welch was a four-year varsity player at White Mountain Regional High School and a three-year starter. Welch was a member of the Twin State Lady Panthers AAU team. Lexi Welch plans to pursue a degree as a dual major in accounting and business administration.
Women's Volleyball
ASHLEY EMERY
Signed February 1, 2019
Middle Blocker / Glenwood Springs, CO
Prior to NVU-Johnson ...
Emery was a member of the Glenwood Springs High School team, United Volleyball Club of the Rockies and the United 18 National Team. Over her senior year for Glenwood Springs High School Ashley hit .225 with 163 kills on 426 attempts. In 79 sets she tallied 52 blocks, 45 aces, and 87 digs. Ashley connected on 87.9% of her serves and earned an ace on 14.5% of her serves.
Women's Volleyball
LAUREN HAVILL
Signed January 25, 2019
Outside Hitter/ Haymarket, Virginia
Prior to NVU-Johnson ...
Transfer from Northern Virginia Community College. During her time with the Nighthawks, Havill finished sixth all-time in career kills (320), fifth in attacks (1,011) and ninth in points (354.5). She finished her sophomore season 14th in Region, Ranked in the top 20 in kills (145), 25th in kills per set (1.58) and 20th in points (161.5).
