Rachael Ponge Class: Freshman Hometown: Fayetteville, N.Y. High School: Christian Brothers Position: Midfield Birthdate: 12/23/1988

Chagan says: "Rachael is a very hard-working player from upstate New York. Rachael has speed and athleticism and will earn more and more playing time as she learns our offensive system."

Personal: Parents are Don and Martha Ponge ... Born Dec. 23, 1988 in Allentown, Pa. ... Is studying to earn a degree in nursing ... Siblings include Sarah (20), Chris (16) and CJ (13) ... Scored 100 career goals and 65 assists over the course of her four varsity seasons at Christian Brothers Academy in Syracuse, N.Y. ... Was cited on the school honor roll in each of her four years of high school.