JOHNSON, Vt.-The Northern Vermont University-Johnson women's soccer program and Head Coach Andrew Lafrenz earned his most recent commitment from Saint Johnsville, New York native Isabella Masi.
Isabella Masi will come to Northern Vermont University-Johnson after the conclusion of her high school graduation at Oppenheim-Ephratah-St.Johnsville. When arrived at NVU-Johnson, Masi will pursue a degree in psychology with a minor in biology.
"I am looking forward to playing for Coach Lafrenz. I am excited to have the opportunity to learn the new things he has to offer and teach", said Massi. "Joining the Badger family is exciting because I will be part of a new family and playing soccer will be about supporting my teammates and the rest of my school".
Coach Lafrenz is excited for the addition of Masi and believes her skillset will help bolster the Badger defense. "Isabella brings a great defensive skill set to our team", said Lafrenz. "She is very capable in multiple roles and we're excited to have her join us".
Masi knows that NVU-Johnson is the right fit for her and believes the class sizes will help her excel academically along with on the athletic playing surface. "I choose NVU-Johnson because I love the way that the school is small and how each student is able to get the help they need".
Throughout her high school career Isabella Masi received numerous accolades being named Second Team All-Conference in 2016 and only improving in the years ahead. In 2017, Massi was named captain of the Oppenheim-Ephratah-St.Johnsville varsity girls soccer team and received First Team All-Conference honors, Honorable Mention All-State and in 2018 was named All-State and First Team All-Conference for the second time in her career.
The NVU-Johnson women's soccer program will announce additional commitments for the 2020 season in the near future.