EASTON, Pa. - Head coach Mick Statham of the Lafayette women's soccer program announced the addition of four student-athletes to the team on Wednesday as part of National Signing Day. Emily Coe, Lauren Cunningham, Shannon Phee and Lindsay Dewar formalized their intention to join the Leopards as members of the Class of 2024.



#4 – Emily Coe (Glen Mills, PA / Westtown School)

At Westtown School: 4-year starter and junior/ senior year captain… First Team All Friends School League '16-'19… All Southeast Pennsylvania First Team Selection '18… Most Valuable Player '18… Friends School League Champions '17, '18,'19… PAISAA State Champions '16…Penn Fusion Soccer Academy starter for ECNL/ USDA Penn Fusion Soccer Team U-9- U-18… Atlantic Division Champs and National Quarterfinalists '18 (PFSA USDA)… EPYSA Olympic Development Program State Team '13-'16… Penn Fusion Soccer Assistant Coach… A. Higley Gilbert information technology award '18/'19… Athletic Leadership Development Program '18/'19… Academic distinction all four years… Faculty Letter of Commendation '16.

Why Lafayette: The equal balance of Division One sports and strong academics, paired with Lafayette's overall sense of community is my answer to "Why Lafayette?" Shortly after my first visit, I knew Lafayette had the potential to be my home away from home. I know I will be pushed past my boundaries, athletically and academically, while also being supported every step of the way. I can't wait to spend my next four years here! Roll Pards! 



#5 – Lauren Cunningham (West Chester, Pa, Episcopal Academy)

At Episcopal Academy: 4 year varsity starter and senior captain at Episcopal Academy… All Mainline Athlete of the Week '19…All Inter-Ac League…All Delaware County…All Mainline…Inter-Ac League Champions '17...PAISAA State Champions '18…Episcopal Academy Gold Soccer Ball Award '18…Episcopal Academy Team First Award…Episcopal Academy Community Service/ Key Club member…Horizons at Episcopal Volunteer…Penn Fusion ECNL...Penn Fusion Development Academy…Atlantic Division Champs and National Quarterfinalists…US Soccer Training Invitee…EPYSA Olympic Development Program State Team…Penn Fusion Soccer Assistant Coach.

Why Lafayette: Lafayette offers a challenging and competitive academic and D1 program, two things I was searching for in a college. After being introduced to Lafayette and spending time on campus, I knew Lafayette was my first choice. The environment was extremely welcoming and I wanted to spend my next 4 years here. I am so excited to continue my athletic and academic careers at Lafayette! Go Leopards!



#31 – Lindsay Dewar (Readington NJ, Hunterdon Central Regional High School) 

At Hunterdon Central: ECNL National Champion '19…Played for PDA from '15-'20 …Played with the DA in '17…Team captain '18…Senior captain…ODP State team '14-'15 …ODP Regional team '15…Won county championship '18 & '19…Sectional Champion '18…Took multiple AP and honors classes…Involved with Student Athlete Leadership Team program. 

Why Lafayette: I decided to come to Lafayette because of the outstanding academics and competitive athletic program. From the moment I stepped on campus, I knew it was where I wanted to spend the next 4 years as a student athlete. 



#10 – Shannon Phee (Greely, Ontario, Saint Mark High School)

At Saint Mark High School:   2019 League 1 Ontario, starter in all games played...2018 Team Ontario Provincial Team...OPDL 5 year starter...2017 OPDL Cup Champions...2017 OPDL Charity Shield Champions...OPDL Spotlight Series Feature...2017 Disney Showcase Champions...High School 4 year varsity starter...ran the 5K in Cross Country...4 year Honor Roll...Ontario Scholar...Fitness Award...Geography Award...French Award.

Why Lafayette: I chose Lafayette because the second I stepped foot on campus I fell in love with the school. The warm atmosphere in addition to the beautiful campus made me feel right at home, and the combination of outstanding academics and a competitive Division 1 program make Lafayette the perfect place for me. I can't wait to be a Leopard!