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2009 Recruits

Nicole Dummer

Nicole is pictured with her parents (Kevin & Penny Dummer) of Fremont, MI.
 

Cornerstone University welcomes Nicole Dummer to the Women’s Soccer Program. Nicole Dummer from Fremont, MI has signed a letter of intent to play soccer at Cornerstone beginning in the fall of 2009. 

Nicole plays varsity soccer at Providence Christian in Fremont, MI. Nicole has played varsity soccer and served as captain all three years in High School. She has scored 101 goals so far in her career at Providence Christian. She was voted All-District and All-Area in 2007 and 2008. She has also played varsity basketball for three years and is team captain for the 2008-2009 season.

 

Nicole has also excelled in the classroom. She has been on the Honor Roll all four years of high school. She is a member of the National Honors Society. She has also worked on the Yearbook Staff and the Youth Advisory Committee.

 

Coach Strawser

“I am very excited about Nicole joining our program. I know that she has a desire to be a very good player and will work very hard to come in improve each day during practice and games.”

 

Why she chose Cornerstone

“Cornerstone seemed like the right fit for me. I really liked Cornerstone. After I met the coaches and players, I knew that I would be able to grow not only as a soccer player but as an individual and a follower of Christ as well.”

 

 

Anna Stegink

Anna is pictured with her parents (Larry & Nancy Stegink) of Kalamazoo, MI.

Cornerstone University welcomes Anna Stegink to the Women’s Soccer Program. Anna Stegink from Kalamazoo, MI has signed a letter of intent to play soccer at Cornerstone beginning in the fall of 2009. 

 Anna is Homeschooled and plays soccer for the Kalamazoo Cougars Soccer Team in Kalamazoo, MI. Anna played on the varsity team and was Team MVP for four years. She served as captain for 3 years. She was named to the All-Tournament team at the National Homeschool Tournament in Fort Wayne as a junior. She received the Team Leadership Award twice and the Sportsmanship Award once during her time on the team. She played for the Kalamazoo Soccer Club for six years.  She also played basketball for four years with the Homeschool team. 

 

Anna has also excelled in the classroom. She has been named to the Academic Honors List for three semesters at Kalamazoo Valley Community College for duel enrollment classes. Anna is also a Pastor’s Scholarship Award winner at Cornerstone.

 

Coach Strawser

“I am glad that Anna will be joining our program. She is a very steady player and I have no doubt that she will be a great addition to our team.”

 

Why she chose Cornerstone

“When I visited Cornerstone I felt an immediate connection with the soccer players and the soccer coaches. I appreciated the soccer coach’s emphasis on spiritual growth. Cornerstone offers everything I was looking for in a college. I am excited to see where God leads me as a soccer player and as a student at Cornerstone University. ”

 

 

Kathy Butt

Kathy is pictured with her parents (John & Susan Butt) of Zeeland, MI.

 

Cornerstone University welcomes Kathy Butt to the Women’s Soccer Program. Kathy Butt from Zeeland, MI has signed a letter of intent to play soccer at Cornerstone beginning in the fall of 2009. 

 

Kathy has been a three year varsity letter winner and starting Goalkeeper at Zeeland West High School in Zeeland, MI. She has also played basketball and was voted Most Improved Player in 2007-2008. 

 

Kathy has also done well in the classroom. She has been on the Honor Roll each semester in High School. She is a member of the National Honor Society, and HIP (a mentoring group in which select seniors guide incoming freshman throughout the year.) She is an active member of her youth group at Community Reformed Church.

 

Coach Strawser

“I am pleased that Kathy will be joining our program. She is a very courageous GK and works very hard.”

 

Why she chose Cornerstone

“When visiting colleges the spring of my Jr. year, I came across CU. Something about the atmosphere made it feel like home, and my heart as well as my mind was set. I love soccer and am not ready to give it up; I knew the lord had a plan. This team seemed to be one that would suit me well.”

 

 

Amanda Ulstad

 

Amanda is the daughter of Sam & Anne Ulstad from Spring Arbor, MI.  She is pictured with her dad.

 

Cornerstone University welcomes Amanda Ulstad to the Women’s Soccer Program. Amanda Ulstad from Spring Arbor, MI has signed a letter of intent to play soccer at Cornerstone beginning in the fall of 2009. 

 

Amanda has played varsity soccer at Western High School for three seasons and will be a captain for her team this coming season. She was voted All-Conference as a sophomore. She was All-Conference, All-District, and voted to the Jackson Patriot Dream Team as a junior. She is also a captain for her club team (Jackson Rush Soccer Club). Amanda also played on the varsity volleyball team for two years.

 

Amanda has also excelled in the classroom. She has been on the Honor Roll, High Honor Roll, and is a member of the National Honors Society.

 

Coach Strawser

“I am thrilled that Amanda is going to be joining us. She has a real heart for Christ and has a desire to deepen that relationship while continuing to play soccer at the collegiate level. I think that she will make an immediate impact on the field. She plays very hard and is a tenacious defender.”

 

Why she chose Cornerstone

“I am a person who is completely and totally in love with God and my goal for college is to strengthen my relationship with Christ. I wanted to consider Cornerstone at the beginning of my college search because I felt that this University could help me accomplish this goal. When I visited the school, I could just tell that this was the place for me. I prayed about the college decisions I was faced to make, and I feel that Cornerstone University is where God is calling me to be. Another love of my life is soccer. I have been playing the sport since before I can remember. I knew I wanted to play in college. When I visited Cornerstone, I played with the Women’s Soccer Team and it was amazing. Both, the players and the coaches were so nice, caring, committed to the sport, but most of all, you could tell that they were on fire for Christ. I know now, that I have found a University where I can live my life for my Lord and Savior and the people around me will be living the same way as well as supporting and encouraging me; and it does not get any better than that!”

 

 

 

Riley Steen

Riley is pictured with her parents (Daniel & Carmella Steen) of Farmington Hills, MI.  

 

Cornerstone University welcomes Riley Steen to the Women’s Soccer Program. Riley Steen from Farmington Hills, MI has signed a letter of intent to play soccer at Cornerstone beginning in the fall of 2009. 

 

Riley has played varsity soccer at Harrison High School in Farmington Hills since her freshmen year. She has been All-Conference for the last two years and has been on the All-Academic Team each year she has played. She will be a captain on her team this coming season. Riley also played volleyball for three years.

 

Riley has been on the Honor Roll each year of High School and is a member of the National Honors Society. She is a member of the Link Crew Leadership Program. She will also be going on a mission’s trip to Jamaica in February.

 

Coach Strawser

“I am excited that Riley is coming to play soccer at Cornerstone. She is a tough competitor and a very good technical player. I think that she will be a very good player for us.”

 

Why she chose Cornerstone

“I spent a lot of time praying to help me decide if Cornerstone was where I belonged and sure enough everything fell into place. Upon visiting the school and playing with the team I knew I could become a successful student and player, while still continuing to follow Christ in the environment Cornerstone provides. 

 

 

Devon Campbell

Devon is pictured with her parents (Jerry and Sherri Campbell) of Twin Lakes, MI.

Cornerstone University welcomes Devon Campbell to the Women’s Soccer Program. Devon Campbell from Twin Lake, MI has signed a letter of intent to play soccer at Cornerstone beginning in the fall of 2009. 

 

Devon has played varsity soccer at Muskegon Catholic Central for three seasons and will be a captain for her team this coming season. She was voted All-Conference, All-District, and All-Region for her first three seasons in high school. She was voted 2^nd Team All-State as a sophomore and 3^rd Team All-State as a junior. Devon has also played varsity basketball for two years.

 

Devon has also been active in other extracurricular activities. She is a member of her High School Worship Team (WINGS). She took a Katina Relief Missions Trip in 2008. She also served as school youth camp counselor

 

Coach Strawser

“I am pleased that Devon is coming to Cornerstone. She is a quality GK and should come in and compete for the starting GK position.”

 

Why she chose Cornerstone

“I decided to come to Cornerstone to fulfill my dreams to play soccer in college and to be able to center my experience around my faith in God.”

 

 

 

Meghan Worrell

Meghan is pictured with her parents (Tim & Nancy Worrell) of Stevensville, MI.

Cornerstone University welcomes Meghan Worrell to the Women’s Soccer Program. Meghan Worrell from Stevensville, MI has signed a letter of intent to play soccer at Cornerstone beginning in the fall of 2009. 

 Meghan has played varsity soccer every year at Stevensville-Lakeshore H.S. She was voted All-Conference as a junior. She has played club soccer for Athletic Jaier Futbol Club and served as a captain for her team. 

 Meghan has also excelled in the classroom. She has been on the Honor Roll all four years in High School. She has also been voted Student of the Month four times during her time at Lakeshore H.S. .

 

Coach Strawser

“I am happy that Meghan has decided to attend Cornerstone. She is a tenacious and she works very hard. I think that she is a good fit for our team.”

 

Why she chose Cornerstone

“I really wanted to play soccer in college, while being able to grow in Christ and Cornerstone was just a great fit. Everyone was so nice and the school really feels like home.”

 

 

Paige Knott

Paige is pictured with her parents (Bill & Pam Knott) of Zeeland, MI.

 

Cornerstone University welcomes Paige Knott to the Women’s Soccer Program. Paige Knott from Zeeland, MI has signed a letter of intent to play soccer at Cornerstone beginning in the fall of 2009. 

 

Paige has played varsity soccer at Zeeland West H.S. for the past three years served as captain in 2008 and will be a captain on the 2009 team.    

 

Paige has also done very well in the classroom. She has been on the Honor Roll and is a member of the National Honor Society. She has also been very active on Student Senate. She has been involved in Young Life and active in her church youth group.

 

Coach Strawser

“I am glad that Paige will be joining our team. I think that she will be a great teammate. She works very hard and I think she will improve and impact our team in a very positive way.”

 

Why she chose Cornerstone

“Cornerstone has a wonderful Christian community and I know that is exactly what I need to grow as a child of God. When I played with the Women's team I loved how committed the team was as a whole not only to soccer but also to God. They were all extremely nice, welcoming and they made me feel as though I was part of the team. That says a lot about the atmosphere at Cornerstone and is the reason I have chosen to spend the next four years here.”

 

Nicole Ybema

 

Nicole is the daughter of Doug & Julie Ybema of Middleville and is pictured with her dad.

 

Cornerstone University welcomes Nicole Ybema to the Women’s Soccer Program. Nicole Ybema from Middleville, MI has signed a letter of intent to play soccer at Cornerstone beginning in the fall of 2009. 

 

Nicole has played varsity soccer at Thornapple Kellogg H.S. for the past three years. She was voted All-District as a junior. She also played Varsity Volleyball for 3 years and Varsity Basketball for 2 years

 

Nicole has also done very well in the classroom. She is a member of the National Honor Society. She has also been very active in 4-H.. She has taught Sunday school class at her church. She has also been involved in coaching both youth soccer and basketball.

 

Coach Strawser

“I am happy that Nicole will be joining us. She is a person of high character and received a Pastoral Scholarship to attend Cornerstone. Her coaches speak very highly of her as a student-athlete and I know that she will be a good addition to our team.”

 

Why she chose Cornerstone

“Athletics have been an important part in my life throughout my high school career. I enjoy the team work and the competitive environment. I am looking forward to playing soccer with girls that have the same Christian values that I have.”

 

 

Kelley Ritsema

Kelley is the daughter of Randy & Mary Ellen Ritsema and is pictured with her dad.

 

Cornerstone University welcomes Kelley Ritsema to the Women’s Soccer Program. Kelley Ritsema from Traverse City, MI has signed a letter of intent to play soccer at Cornerstone beginning in the fall of 2009. 

 

Kelley has played varsity soccer at Traverse City Christian H.S. for the past four years. Kelley was named All-Conference and All-District in soccer. She also participated in Basketball, Cross Country, and Track & Field in high school.     

 

Kelley has also done very well in the classroom. She has been on the Honor Roll and is a member of the National Honor Society. She received the Kiwanis Academic Excellence Award and the USAA National Science Merit Award. She has also been active in her church and has been on various mission trips.

 

Coach Strawser

“I am excited that Kelley will be joining us. She is very athletic and I think that she will be able to compete well at the collegiate level.”

 

Why she chose Cornerstone

“I have decided to attend Cornerstone University because I liked the campus feel when I visited and the academic options available. I was also offered a spot on the Women’s Soccer Team and I’m excited to play soccer in college. I really enjoyed playing with the team when I visited and I liked the coaching staff and style. I think that I will really enjoy being a part of the team this fall and I’m looking forward to it.”

 

 

Rachel Wood

 

Cornerstone University welcomes Rachel Wood to the Women’s Soccer Program. Rachel Wood from Cedar Springs, MI has signed a letter of intent to play soccer at Cornerstone beginning in the fall of 2009. 

 

Rachel has played varsity soccer at Cedar Springs H.S. for the past three years. She was captain of the JV Team as a freshman.     

 

Rachel has also done very well in the classroom. She has been on the Honor Roll all four years. She received an Outstanding Achievement award, Academic Letter, and a Pin of Excellence at Cedar Springs H.S. She has been a member of the National Honors Society for two years.

 

Coach Strawser

“I am happy that Rachel is going to be joining our team. She is a hard working player and I think will be a great teammate. She plays with a lot of heart.”

 

Why she chose Cornerstone

“I was always looking to go to a Christian college, and Cornerstone really stood out to me with its great staff, and athletic department. I always wanted to play soccer in college, but I never thought I would have the chance to play. I really enjoyed the team chemistry, and the Christian environment when playing soccer..”

 

Rachel is the daughter of John & Carla Wood of Cedar Springs, MI.

 

 

Hope Cronkright

 

Cornerstone University welcomes Hope Cronkright to the Women’s Soccer Program. Hope Cronkright from Cedar Springs, MI has signed a letter of intent to play soccer at Cornerstone beginning in the fall of 2009. 

 

Hope has played varsity soccer at Cedar Springs H.S. for the past three years. She was voted All-Conference and All-District.

 

Hope also did very well in the classroom. She has been on the Honor Roll all four years. She received an Outstanding Achievement award and a Pin of Excellence at Cedar Springs H.S. She was also a member of the National Honors Society. She served as Chief Editor of the school newspaper. She was an International School of Ministry Student and served as a Youth Group Leader at her church.

 

Coach Strawser

“I am thrilled that Hope will be joining us. She tore her ACL in her last H.S. game and won’t be playing her freshmen year but I know that she will still be a valuable member of our team. I think that she will still make an impact on the program and look forward to the day that she will be able to play again.”

 

Why she chose Cornerstone

“When I toured Cornerstone, I felt the holy spirit come over me. I knew Cornerstone was for me. I decided to be a part of the cornerstone soccer team because I love the game and cannot imagine my college experience without it.  It has been one of my dreams to play college soccer for a very long time.”   

 

Hope is the daughter of Thomas & Sonya Cronkright of Cedar Springs, MI.

 

 

 Morgan Vance

Morgan is pictured with her parents (Jeff & Laurie Vance) of Grand Rapids, MI.

 

Cornerstone University welcomes Morgan Vance to the Women’s Soccer Program. Morgan Vance from Grand Rapids, MI has signed a letter of intent to play soccer at Cornerstone beginning in the fall of 2009. 

 

Morgan has played varsity soccer for four years at Northview H.S. She was voted All-Conference and All-District. She was voted Team MVP for Northview.  Morgan also served as captain for her team.

 

Morgan has done well in the classroom and has been involved in Campus Life at school and has been involved with a small group bible study.

 

 Coach Strawser

“Morgan came to me late in the process but I think that she can be a player that might be able to get some minutes as a freshmen. I look forward to seeing her grow as a player and as a person.”

 

Why she chose Cornerstone

“I realized my senior year that my desire for playing soccer wasn’t going to end when the season was over. My heart wanted to continue to grow in, and play the sport, and what better way to continue that growth then to play for a school, where the heart of the team comes from the greatest of all, God..”