WLAX Signs 12 Student-Athletes for 2025-26
8/6/2025 12:16:00 PM | Women's Lacrosse
New class of Golden Eagles come from eight different states
MILWUAKEE – Marquette University women's lacrosse has signed 12 student-athletes for the 2025-26 school year, head coach Meredith Black announced Thursday.
"We are so excited to welcome this group of dynamic freshmen to our program," Black said. "They all have the ability to make an immediate impact on the field. They hail from many elite and championship programs and know what it takes to be great. We can't wait to see how they grow and contribute over the next four years at Marquette."
The class features five midfielders, four defenders, two attackers and one goalie. The group is represented by eight different states from Washington to New York.
Jillian Howell
Goalie | Cicero, N.Y.
High School: Four-year letterwinner at Cicero North – Syracuse … Three-time All-SCAC honoree including first team honors senior year … Three-time All-CNY honoree including first team honors senior year … 2024 Class A state champions … 2025 regional champion … 273 career saves, 35 ground balls and 22 caused turnovers … Played for Aces Elite Lacrosse … Also played basketball earning all-conference honors twice.
Personal: Daughter of Kristin Bradley and Joseph Howell … Mother played softball at Niagara … Father played football at Brockport … Has two sisters, Maddy and Lacey … Sister Maddy played volleyball at Brockport … Majoring in marketing.
Why Marquette: "I felt an instant connection walking on campus. It was so beautiful, and the people are so welcoming."
Dani Serrano
Attacker | Boyds, Md.
High School: Four-year letterwinner at Our Lady of Good Counsel High School … Three-time first team all-conference honoree … Two-time USA Lacrosse All-American … Two-time All-Met second team selection … Windlan Award winner senior year, given to most outstanding senior athlete … Four-time conference champion … High school team was ranked No. 2 in the country senior year … Record holder for most assists in a season with 106 junior year … Went undefeated junior season at 22-0 … Played club for Capital Blue … Also played field hockey … Three-time all-conference selection in field hockey.
Personal: Daughter of Christine and Manuel Serrano … Has two sisters, Angelina and Gabby, who graduated from MU in 2021 … Sister Angelina played soccer at Catholic University … Majoring in mechanical engineering.
Why Marquette: "The team chemistry oozed as soon as I got on campus for a tour. It is a team that values tradition and family which is something I wanted to be a part of."
Gabby Windesheim
Midfielder | Parkland, Fla.
High School: Four-year letterwinner at American Heritage School … Two-time all-region and all-district selection … Sun Sentinel All-Country First Team and Palm Beach All-County First Team player in 2024 and 2025 … Two-time state champion in 2023 and 2024 … Two-time state runner-up in 2022 and 2025 … 73 percent draw control rate senior year … 13 goals, three assists and 10 ground balls … USA Lacrosse All-Academic award in 2024 and 2025 … Played club for Florida Select … Team was ranked No. 17 in the nation … Also played basketball.
Personal: Daughter of Suzzane and Rob Windesheim … Father played lacrosse at Ohio State … Has two brothers, Bobby and Nate … Bobby played lacrosse at Iona … Majoring in finance.
Why Marquette: "I love the location of the school being inside the city of Milwaukee, the team has great culture and chemistry amongst each other, and great support group of coaches/trainers."
Finley Breen
Defender | Glenview, Ill.
High School: Four-year letterwinner at Loyola Academy … Team captain senior year … All-state selection in 2025 … Three-time all-sectional and all-conference team selection … Two-time IHSA lacrosse state champion in 2023 and 2024 … State runner-up in 2025 … Three-time sectional and super-sectional champion … Played club for Team One Wildcat … Also played field hockey.
Personal: Daughter of Whitney and Rob Breen … Father played hockey at Iona … Has one brother, CJ … Majoring in business.
Why Marquette: "Marquette University offers the perfect balance of top-tier athletics and outstanding academics, making it an ideal fit for me as a student-athlete. Having attended a Catholic grade school and a Jesuit high school, I deeply connect with Marquette's values and mission. It's incredibly special to have the opportunity to attend, and compete for, a school that is so committed to educating the whole person, both on and off the field."
Emily Couri
Midfielder | Wilmette, Ill.
High School: Three-year letterwinner at Loyola Academy … Captain senior year … Back-to-back 2023 & 2024 Illinois state champion in 2023 and 2024 … 2024 and 2025 IHSA second-team all-state … 2024 and 2025 IHSA all-sectional and all-conference selection … Played for Team ONE Lacrosse Club.
Personal: Daughter of Whitney and Philip Couri … Has three siblings, Philip, Lauren and Gretchen … Majoring in psychology.
Why Marquette: "From my first visit as a kid, I felt a strong connection to Marquette. The welcoming staff and team made me feel comfortable being myself from then to now. Many of my family members attended Marquette and have encouraged me to always keep it as an option for college. Marquette became an easy choice after experiencing and recognizing the community that has formed."
Ella Mautz
Attacker | Delafield, Wis.
High School: Four-year letterwinner at Kettle Moraine High School … Three-time team captain … All-time goals and points leader for girls lacrosse at Kettle Moraine … Four-time first team all-conference selection … Three-time first team all-state selection and three-time all-American … Two-time conference player of the year … Played for True Illinois Lacrosse and True National club teams.
Personal: Daughter of Lisa and Austin Mautz … Has three siblings, Grace, Jonathan and Lexi … Majoring in finance.
Why Marquette: "I grew up and have lived about 30 minutes from campus, so I've grown up loving the school. My dad also attended Marquette so that helped spark interest in me. I love the campus and the people at Marquette and as soon as I stepped on campus I knew it was where I wanted to go."
Haley Brown
Defender | Mickleton, N.J.
High School: Four-year letterwinner at Kingsway Regional High School … Two-time team captain … Two-time Group Four South Jersey Champion … Two-time team defensive player of the year … Four-time all-conference selection … 2024 Second Team All-South Jersey selection … 2025 Kingsway Scholar Athlete award winner … 2025 USA Lacrosse Academic All-American … Played club for South Jersey Select Lacrosse … Also played soccer and ran track … Coach and youth lacrosse and was a youth lacrosse official.
Personal: Daughter of Tracy and Matthew Brown … Has two siblings, Ashley and Connor … Majoring in biomedical sciences.
Why Marquette: "I chose to attend Marquette University because even being so far away I still felt like I was at home. The team feels more like a family and the support from teammates and coaches is unmatched. Marquette was the best choice for me athletically but also academically, allowing me to pursue any major that I wanted."
Mia Oh
Midfielder | Lutherville-Timonium, Md.
High School: Four-year letterwinner at the McDonogh School … IAAM A Conference Champion in 2023 … USA Lacrosse national ranked top 10 all four years … Played club for Under Armour 150, LILJ Juniors Open Selection, Under Armour All-America Baltimore in 2022 and First-Class Lacrosse Best in Class in 2023.
Personal: Daughter of Susan and Kevin Oh … Has two brothers, William and Henry … Majoring in biological sciences … Is an EMT at her local fire station in Chestnut Ridge Volunteer Fire Company.
Why Marquette: "During my recruiting process, I first became interested in Marquette because of Coach Black and the team culture she cultivated. On my first visit, when I observed the positive, family-like dynamic and felt the inspiring energy of her team, I knew I wanted to be a part of it. As I learned more about MU, I became impressed with the academic environment of the school and realized it was the perfect fit for me."
Megan Hansen
Midfielder | Chicago, Ill.
High School: Three-year letterwinner at Marist High School … Team captain senior year … ESCC Player of the Year … All-state first team selection … All-sectional and all-conference performer … Offensive player of the year, GRIT Award winner, Ground Ball award winner and Redhawk Award … Team sectional champion … Holds school record for most draw controls and most ground balls … Played club for Lakeshore National Premier … Also played basketball and flag football.
Personal: Daughter of Carrie and Matt Hansen … Father played football at Indiana … Has two siblings, Matthew and Nora … Brother played football at Illinois Wesleyan … Majoring in nursing.
Why Marquette: "I chose to attend Marquette University because of its culture. I loved the coaches, the girls on the team, and the program overall. It has great academics and resources as well as a great location and close to home."
Eliza Agate
Defender | Mahomet, Ill.
High School: Two-year letterwinner at Lone Peak High School (2021-23) and Mahomet Seymour High School (2023-25) … Mohomet Seymour HS did not have wlax … Utah U17 national team member … MVP of Lone Peak in 2022 … 2023 first team all-region selection … 2023 Utah 61 State Champion … First team all-state and first team all-valley in 2023 … Mid-Western Winners All Star … Regional champion in 2022 and 2023 … 68 goals, 72 ground balls, 22 assists, 50 caused turnovers and 155 draw controls in high school … Adrenaline All-American in 2025 … Played club for Tenacity Project … Also played tennis.
Personal: Daughter of Sarah and Joel Agate … Has two siblings, Leo and Sawyer … Majoring in peace studies.
Why Marquette: "I chose to attend Marquette University because of the great team culture, high level of lacrosse and academics, and the opportunity to win a Big East championship!"
Annabel Carlin
Defender | Raleigh, N.C.
High School: Four-year letterwinner at Cardinal Gibbons High School … Third-team all-region and second-team all-conference as a sophomore … Third-team all-state and all-region as a junior … First team all-state, all-region and all-conference as a senior … 2025 team defensive MVP … Four-time NCHSSA State Champion … Four-time Cap-6 conference champion … Four-time NCHSSA regional champion … 38 caused turnovers, 74 ground balls and 14 goals in high school … Played club for Team 91 Carolina … Also ran cross country.
Personal: Daughter of Gillian and Michael Carlin … Father played soccer at Marquette University … Has two siblings, Audrey and Walsh … Majoring in business.
Why Marquette: "I fell in love with everything about Marquette, the strong academics and the welcoming culture of the lacrosse team!"
Gabbi Perino
Midfielder/Attacker | Issaquah, Wash.
High School: Four-year letterwinner at Issaquah High School … Two-time team captain … Team MVP junior and senior year … State runner-up in 2022 and final four in 2023-25 … Played club for The Tenacity Project.
Personal: Daughter of Tracey and Chris Perino … Father played basketball at Alaska Fairbanks … Majoring in political science/pre-law.
Why Marquette: "I chose Marquette University because of the high level of academics and athletics, Marquette's team culture is unmatched to any other team along with the University being located in a lively city the choice seemed obvious."
"We are so excited to welcome this group of dynamic freshmen to our program," Black said. "They all have the ability to make an immediate impact on the field. They hail from many elite and championship programs and know what it takes to be great. We can't wait to see how they grow and contribute over the next four years at Marquette."
The class features five midfielders, four defenders, two attackers and one goalie. The group is represented by eight different states from Washington to New York.
Jillian Howell
Goalie | Cicero, N.Y.
High School: Four-year letterwinner at Cicero North – Syracuse … Three-time All-SCAC honoree including first team honors senior year … Three-time All-CNY honoree including first team honors senior year … 2024 Class A state champions … 2025 regional champion … 273 career saves, 35 ground balls and 22 caused turnovers … Played for Aces Elite Lacrosse … Also played basketball earning all-conference honors twice.
Personal: Daughter of Kristin Bradley and Joseph Howell … Mother played softball at Niagara … Father played football at Brockport … Has two sisters, Maddy and Lacey … Sister Maddy played volleyball at Brockport … Majoring in marketing.
Why Marquette: "I felt an instant connection walking on campus. It was so beautiful, and the people are so welcoming."
Dani Serrano
Attacker | Boyds, Md.
High School: Four-year letterwinner at Our Lady of Good Counsel High School … Three-time first team all-conference honoree … Two-time USA Lacrosse All-American … Two-time All-Met second team selection … Windlan Award winner senior year, given to most outstanding senior athlete … Four-time conference champion … High school team was ranked No. 2 in the country senior year … Record holder for most assists in a season with 106 junior year … Went undefeated junior season at 22-0 … Played club for Capital Blue … Also played field hockey … Three-time all-conference selection in field hockey.
Personal: Daughter of Christine and Manuel Serrano … Has two sisters, Angelina and Gabby, who graduated from MU in 2021 … Sister Angelina played soccer at Catholic University … Majoring in mechanical engineering.
Why Marquette: "The team chemistry oozed as soon as I got on campus for a tour. It is a team that values tradition and family which is something I wanted to be a part of."
Gabby Windesheim
Midfielder | Parkland, Fla.
High School: Four-year letterwinner at American Heritage School … Two-time all-region and all-district selection … Sun Sentinel All-Country First Team and Palm Beach All-County First Team player in 2024 and 2025 … Two-time state champion in 2023 and 2024 … Two-time state runner-up in 2022 and 2025 … 73 percent draw control rate senior year … 13 goals, three assists and 10 ground balls … USA Lacrosse All-Academic award in 2024 and 2025 … Played club for Florida Select … Team was ranked No. 17 in the nation … Also played basketball.
Personal: Daughter of Suzzane and Rob Windesheim … Father played lacrosse at Ohio State … Has two brothers, Bobby and Nate … Bobby played lacrosse at Iona … Majoring in finance.
Why Marquette: "I love the location of the school being inside the city of Milwaukee, the team has great culture and chemistry amongst each other, and great support group of coaches/trainers."
Finley Breen
Defender | Glenview, Ill.
High School: Four-year letterwinner at Loyola Academy … Team captain senior year … All-state selection in 2025 … Three-time all-sectional and all-conference team selection … Two-time IHSA lacrosse state champion in 2023 and 2024 … State runner-up in 2025 … Three-time sectional and super-sectional champion … Played club for Team One Wildcat … Also played field hockey.
Personal: Daughter of Whitney and Rob Breen … Father played hockey at Iona … Has one brother, CJ … Majoring in business.
Why Marquette: "Marquette University offers the perfect balance of top-tier athletics and outstanding academics, making it an ideal fit for me as a student-athlete. Having attended a Catholic grade school and a Jesuit high school, I deeply connect with Marquette's values and mission. It's incredibly special to have the opportunity to attend, and compete for, a school that is so committed to educating the whole person, both on and off the field."
Emily Couri
Midfielder | Wilmette, Ill.
High School: Three-year letterwinner at Loyola Academy … Captain senior year … Back-to-back 2023 & 2024 Illinois state champion in 2023 and 2024 … 2024 and 2025 IHSA second-team all-state … 2024 and 2025 IHSA all-sectional and all-conference selection … Played for Team ONE Lacrosse Club.
Personal: Daughter of Whitney and Philip Couri … Has three siblings, Philip, Lauren and Gretchen … Majoring in psychology.
Why Marquette: "From my first visit as a kid, I felt a strong connection to Marquette. The welcoming staff and team made me feel comfortable being myself from then to now. Many of my family members attended Marquette and have encouraged me to always keep it as an option for college. Marquette became an easy choice after experiencing and recognizing the community that has formed."
Ella Mautz
Attacker | Delafield, Wis.
High School: Four-year letterwinner at Kettle Moraine High School … Three-time team captain … All-time goals and points leader for girls lacrosse at Kettle Moraine … Four-time first team all-conference selection … Three-time first team all-state selection and three-time all-American … Two-time conference player of the year … Played for True Illinois Lacrosse and True National club teams.
Personal: Daughter of Lisa and Austin Mautz … Has three siblings, Grace, Jonathan and Lexi … Majoring in finance.
Why Marquette: "I grew up and have lived about 30 minutes from campus, so I've grown up loving the school. My dad also attended Marquette so that helped spark interest in me. I love the campus and the people at Marquette and as soon as I stepped on campus I knew it was where I wanted to go."
Haley Brown
Defender | Mickleton, N.J.
High School: Four-year letterwinner at Kingsway Regional High School … Two-time team captain … Two-time Group Four South Jersey Champion … Two-time team defensive player of the year … Four-time all-conference selection … 2024 Second Team All-South Jersey selection … 2025 Kingsway Scholar Athlete award winner … 2025 USA Lacrosse Academic All-American … Played club for South Jersey Select Lacrosse … Also played soccer and ran track … Coach and youth lacrosse and was a youth lacrosse official.
Personal: Daughter of Tracy and Matthew Brown … Has two siblings, Ashley and Connor … Majoring in biomedical sciences.
Why Marquette: "I chose to attend Marquette University because even being so far away I still felt like I was at home. The team feels more like a family and the support from teammates and coaches is unmatched. Marquette was the best choice for me athletically but also academically, allowing me to pursue any major that I wanted."
Mia Oh
Midfielder | Lutherville-Timonium, Md.
High School: Four-year letterwinner at the McDonogh School … IAAM A Conference Champion in 2023 … USA Lacrosse national ranked top 10 all four years … Played club for Under Armour 150, LILJ Juniors Open Selection, Under Armour All-America Baltimore in 2022 and First-Class Lacrosse Best in Class in 2023.
Personal: Daughter of Susan and Kevin Oh … Has two brothers, William and Henry … Majoring in biological sciences … Is an EMT at her local fire station in Chestnut Ridge Volunteer Fire Company.
Why Marquette: "During my recruiting process, I first became interested in Marquette because of Coach Black and the team culture she cultivated. On my first visit, when I observed the positive, family-like dynamic and felt the inspiring energy of her team, I knew I wanted to be a part of it. As I learned more about MU, I became impressed with the academic environment of the school and realized it was the perfect fit for me."
Megan Hansen
Midfielder | Chicago, Ill.
High School: Three-year letterwinner at Marist High School … Team captain senior year … ESCC Player of the Year … All-state first team selection … All-sectional and all-conference performer … Offensive player of the year, GRIT Award winner, Ground Ball award winner and Redhawk Award … Team sectional champion … Holds school record for most draw controls and most ground balls … Played club for Lakeshore National Premier … Also played basketball and flag football.
Personal: Daughter of Carrie and Matt Hansen … Father played football at Indiana … Has two siblings, Matthew and Nora … Brother played football at Illinois Wesleyan … Majoring in nursing.
Why Marquette: "I chose to attend Marquette University because of its culture. I loved the coaches, the girls on the team, and the program overall. It has great academics and resources as well as a great location and close to home."
Eliza Agate
Defender | Mahomet, Ill.
High School: Two-year letterwinner at Lone Peak High School (2021-23) and Mahomet Seymour High School (2023-25) … Mohomet Seymour HS did not have wlax … Utah U17 national team member … MVP of Lone Peak in 2022 … 2023 first team all-region selection … 2023 Utah 61 State Champion … First team all-state and first team all-valley in 2023 … Mid-Western Winners All Star … Regional champion in 2022 and 2023 … 68 goals, 72 ground balls, 22 assists, 50 caused turnovers and 155 draw controls in high school … Adrenaline All-American in 2025 … Played club for Tenacity Project … Also played tennis.
Personal: Daughter of Sarah and Joel Agate … Has two siblings, Leo and Sawyer … Majoring in peace studies.
Why Marquette: "I chose to attend Marquette University because of the great team culture, high level of lacrosse and academics, and the opportunity to win a Big East championship!"
Annabel Carlin
Defender | Raleigh, N.C.
High School: Four-year letterwinner at Cardinal Gibbons High School … Third-team all-region and second-team all-conference as a sophomore … Third-team all-state and all-region as a junior … First team all-state, all-region and all-conference as a senior … 2025 team defensive MVP … Four-time NCHSSA State Champion … Four-time Cap-6 conference champion … Four-time NCHSSA regional champion … 38 caused turnovers, 74 ground balls and 14 goals in high school … Played club for Team 91 Carolina … Also ran cross country.
Personal: Daughter of Gillian and Michael Carlin … Father played soccer at Marquette University … Has two siblings, Audrey and Walsh … Majoring in business.
Why Marquette: "I fell in love with everything about Marquette, the strong academics and the welcoming culture of the lacrosse team!"
Gabbi Perino
Midfielder/Attacker | Issaquah, Wash.
High School: Four-year letterwinner at Issaquah High School … Two-time team captain … Team MVP junior and senior year … State runner-up in 2022 and final four in 2023-25 … Played club for The Tenacity Project.
Personal: Daughter of Tracey and Chris Perino … Father played basketball at Alaska Fairbanks … Majoring in political science/pre-law.
Why Marquette: "I chose Marquette University because of the high level of academics and athletics, Marquette's team culture is unmatched to any other team along with the University being located in a lively city the choice seemed obvious."
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