Pioneer Sign Nine to National Letters of Intent

DENVER - The Denver Pioneers women's lacrosse team signed nine student-athletes to National Letters of Intent, head coach Liza Kelly announced on Friday.

The class is comprised of seven midfielders, one attacker and one goalie, boasting a pair of Colorado natives.

"We are so excited to welcome the class of 2021 to the Pioneer family," coach Liza Kelly said. "The class excels on the field, in the classroom and throughout their communities. We know these bright stars will soar at Denver."

Sarah Pokorny | Midfielder/Attack | Eagle Sticks
6'0" | Winter Park, Colorado | 1/10/2003

Before Denver: Four-year academic honor roll honoree…Involved with Best Buddies, Water for the World and HAVOC programs while attending Lake Highland Prep…

Personal: Daughter of John and Elizabeth…Has two older brothers, Max and James…Aspires to major in criminology and work in criminal justice… Enjoys kite boarding in the ocean, surfing, driving boats, snowboarding, drawing, adrenaline rush activities, seeking discomfort, writing, horseback riding, hunting, skeet shooting and swimming in her spare time…

Why DU: "I fell in love with the campus and its surrounding geography. The coaches and players I met while visiting were people I know I can get along with, all while being out of my comfort zone. I am really excited to get out of the Florida heat and into the cold. The campus is smaller than other colleges I have visited and felt like a place I can call home."

Emelia Bohi | Goalie | MC Elite
5'11" | Bethesda, Maryland | 5/23/2003

Before Denver: Named to the 2019 DC Metro Team…Named to the 2020 UA Washington DC Highlight Team…Three-sport athlete at Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart (lacrosse, soccer & basketball) …Named 2018 All-ISL and MVP of soccer team…Member of Operation Smile, Gator Spirit, the Heart Health Club and the Student-Athletic Advisory Council at Stone Ridge…

Personal: Daughter of James and Kelly…Has two younger sisters, Audrey and Adeline…Aspires to major in engineering and work as a biomedical engineer designing prosthetics for children…Mother and aunt played field hockey at James Madison University…Uncle played football at James Madison University…

Why DU: "I choose Denver because of the team's amazing chemistry and how they are a second family to each other. In addition, the coaching staff and beautiful campus made it easy to fall in love with."

Ella Colimore | Midfield | TLC Lacrosse Club
5'3" | Hunt Valley, Maryland | 11/10/2002
Before Denver: Two-sport athlete (lacrosse & field hockey) at Notre Dame Prep School…Academic honor roll honoree…Member of the One Love Club and the Cystic Fibrosis Jr. committee while attending Notre Dame Prep School…

Personal: Daughter of Mathew and Tiffany…Has a twin sister, Caroline, on the team…Enjoys baking and skiing in her spare time…Father played lacrosse at Fairfield University…Uncle played lacrosse at Virginia…Grandfather played football at Michigan State…

Why DU: "I chose the University of Denver because of its amazing location in Colorado, the awesome city, the people and the overall environment."

Caroline Colimore | Midfield | TLC Lacrosse Club

5'3" | Hunt Valley, Maryland | 11/10/2002
Before Denver: Academic honor roll honoree…Member of the Art Honor Society and One Love Club at Notre Dame Prep School…

Personal: Daughter of Mathew and Tiffany…Has a twin sister, Ella, on the team…Enjoys painting in her spare time…Father played lacrosse at Fairfield University… Aspires to major in business… Uncle played lacrosse at Virginia…Grandfather played football at Michigan State…

Why DU: "I have always loved Colorado and the city of Denver is awesome. The team atmosphere is amazing and I wanted to be part of it!"

Mollie Estepp | Midfield | Lucky Lax
5'8" | Worthington, Ohio | 7/25/2003

Before Denver: Two-sport athlete (lacrosse & field hockey) at Thomas Worthington High School…Member of the National Honors Society…2018 & 2019 OHSAA Leadership Conference Ambassador…2018 Ambassador to the National Federation of High School's Leadership Summit…

Personal: Daughter of Paul and Rachael…Has a younger brother, Wyatt, and younger sister, Meredith…Aspires to find work in the STEM field with a focus in computer science and engineering…

Why DU: "I chose the University of Denver because of what it had to offer: a great lacrosse program, ideal location, and good academics"

Addy Caulk | Midfield | Chesapeake Club Lacrosse
6'0" | Centreville, Maryland | 11/18/2002

Before Denver: Team captain at Queen Anne's County High School…Named First-Team All-Mid-Shore as a sophomore…Two-time participant in the Under Armor 150 showcase…Honorable Mention All-Mid-Shore as a freshman…Member of the National Honor Society and Interact Club…

Personal: Daughter of Kelly and Amanda…Has an older sister, Emma…Aspires to own her own business…Enjoys snowboarding, boating, wakeboarding, camping and going to concerts in her spare time…Volunteer lacrosse coach…Father played football at Virginia…Sister plays lacrosse at Florida Southern College…Three uncles played football at the Naval Academy…Cousin played soccer at Louisiana…

Why DU: "I chose the University of Denver because of the team culture, location, great coaches and good business school"

Lauren Black | Midfield | Team BC Lacrosse
5'5" | New Westminster, B.C. | 9/29/2003

Before Denver: 2019 British Columbia Lacrosse Association Lacrosse Player of the Year…Gold medalist in the 2019 Canadian Box Nationals, receiving MVP honors in the gold-medal game…Silver medalist in the 2019 Canadian Field Lacrosse Nationals, receiving MVP honors in the gold-medal game…Three-time silver medalist in the Canadian Box Lacrosse Nationals (2016, 2017, 2018)…Captain of 2018 club team…2019 British Columbia provincial gold medalist and captain of team…
Personal: Daughter of Matthew and Joanna…Has an older sister, Meagan…Volunteer box and field lacrosse coach…Enjoys yoga in her spare time…Aspires to major in biology…

Why DU: "I chose Denver because it has the perfect balance of academics and athletics. I instantly felt at home the first time I walked onto campus. The coaching staff and whole team made me feel so welcomed and I knew that was where I wanted to be."

Annie McGuire | Attack | Minnesota Elite
5'10" | Stillwater, Minnesota | 5/4/2003

Before Denver: Two-sport athlete at Stillwater Area High School (lacrosse & hockey)…2019 All-Section Team, All-Conference First Team and All-State Honorable Mention…Named to the 2019 All-Minnesota State Tournament Team…2018 All-Conference Honorable Mention…Member of the National Honor Society, Key Club and Dollars for Dreams club at Stillwater…Volunteered at the Gillette Children's Hospital, local senior centers and Feed My Starving Children…

Personal: Daughter of Jeff and Tracy…Has an older sister, Megan, and older brother, Tommy…Cousin played football at Wisconsin…Enjoys snowboarding, hockey, boating, cooking, hiking, art, travel, napping and watching sports with friends…

Why DU: "Everything about the University of Denver made me feel at home. The people on campus and the bond that the lacrosse team shared was something I admire so much. I could tell the team cared for one another. While the beauty of Colorado drew me in, it was the University itself and the academic support I knew I would receive as an athlete that made me choose Denver. I love the powerhouse team Liza and the other coaches built and I could just see myself here."

Kylie Kenny | Midfield | Aspen High School Skiers
5'9" | Aspen, Colorado | 7/28/2003

Before Denver: Three-sport athlete at Aspen High School (lacrosse, cross country and skiing)…Two-time First-Team All-Conference honoree (2018, 2019)…2018 Aspen Lacrosse Rookie of the Year…Captain of lacrosse and cross country teams…

Personal: Daughter of John and Heather…Has two siblings, Michaela and Darienne…Father was an All-American lacrosse player at Princeton under Bill Tierney…Aspires to work as a naval officer and/or an attorney…Enjoys running, skiing, surfing and reading in her spare time…

Why DU: "I chose Denver for the great lacrosse program, top academics and beautiful campus. Growing up in Colorado, I looked up to the DU lacrosse players and dreamed of being part of such an amazing program. Having the opportunity to play for DU is truly a dream come true, and I can't wait to represent the Pioneers both on and off the field."

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