Georgetown signs 2025 recruits from New Jersey, Tennessee, Massachusetts, Florida

WASHINGTON – The Georgetown University women’s soccer team welcomed four incoming freshmen to the Class of 2029.

The high school seniors signed their athletic scholarship agreements this week to officially declare their intention of attending and playing soccer for the Hoyas in 2025.

“This class, although small in number, addresses some key areas for us,” said head coach Dave Nolan. “These young ladies are skilled in specific areas but also offer some much-needed versatility. Most importantly they are the type of young people drawn towards an ideal for the culture we have established here at Georgetown. We are very excited to welcome them to the graduating class of 2029.”

Abby Droner

Hometown: Chatham, N.J.
High School: Chatham High School
Position: Forward
Club Team: Match Fit Academy

Accolades:

Paisley Athletic FC – USL W Pre-Pro League

• Nationally recognized as “Young Player of the Year”
• Selected from national pool for “Team of the Year”
• Finished debut season as second highest goal scorer in the nation

Elite Clubs National League

• Named North Atlantic All-Conference First Team (2024)
• Named North Atlantic All-Conference Second Team (2023)

Chatham High School Varsity Soccer

• Named Top Eleven in the State
• First Team All-State, All-County and All-Conference
• NJAC Conference Player of the Year

Why I chose Georgetown: “I always knew that Georgetown was the place I wanted to continue my journey as a student-athlete. With its stellar academic opportunities, an elite soccer program, and a stunning campus, I am beyond excited to begin my college career as a Hoya!”

Coach Nolan on Abby: “Abby is a skillful left footed attacking player. She can play up top, along both flanks or in the middle. Her versatility is a great strength, and she gives us options and competition in many places.

Aliza Mannon

Hometown: Knoxville, Tenn.
High School: West High School
Position: Forward
Club Team: FC Alliance

Accolades:

• 2024 ECNL Ohio-Valley First Team All-Conference
• 2022, 2023 HS Varsity Offensive Player of the Year
• FHSSA Final Four 2022

Why I chose Georgetown: “Georgetown stands out to me for many reasons. By providing a top-notch academic environment and nationally competitive soccer program, Georgetown creates a unique culture that I feel will help me develop into my best self both on and off the field. I am excited for the challenges ahead and the opportunity to be a part of this special school and program.”

Coach Nolan on Aliza: “Aliza is a fast, skillful forward who is a really good finisher. She can play anywhere along the frontline of one, two or three. Blessed with good size and a great attitude she is a great addition to our group of talented forwards.”

Maddy Nylen

Hometown: Scituate, Mass.
High School: Dexter Southfield
Position: Midfielder
Club Team: South Shore Select

Accolades:

• 2024 GA Champions Cup Winner
• 2023, 2024 High School Team Captain
• 2022, 2023 MA All-State Team
• 2023 Boston Globe All-Star Team
• 2023 All NEPSAC Team
• 2021, 2022, 2023 GA Talent ID

Why I chose Georgetown: “I chose Georgetown because it offers the perfect blend of amazing athletics and a rigorous academic environment. The combination of Georgetown’s academic and athletic excellence will allow me to grow as a person, student and athlete. When I first stepped on campus, I was instantly in love. I’m thrilled to join the Hoyas next year and look forward to working with incredible teammates and coaches in the fall. Hoya Saxa!”

Coach Nolan on Maddy: “Maddy is a very technical attacking midfielder with great vision and creative instincts. She has the ability to create for teammates but also has a nose for goal herself. She gives us another good option in that spot.”

Aaliyah Pitts

Hometown: Lutz, Fla.
High School: Steinbrenner High School
Position: Defender
Club Team: Tampa Bay United

Accolades:

• 2024 USL Academy player- Tampa Sun FC
• 2023-ECNL First Team All-Conference Southeast Conference
• 2023 and 2024- ECNL National Selection Game- Lakewood Ranch Florida
• 2022-23 Steinbrenner High School Golden Boot and Offensive Player of the Year
• 3X Florida High School First Team- All Conference
• 2021-2023 High School Soccer Captain

Why I chose Georgetown: “There is no other school I would be more excited to call my new home than Georgetown. This prestigious university embedded in the heart of our country creates an environment of endless academic possibilities. Top tier academics coupled with a top-20 women’s soccer program, there was never a doubt this is where I wanted to be. Coach Nolan and all the coaches have built a culture at Georgetown that fosters competitiveness, accountability and is an environment where players strive to be their best selves, on and off the field. I am blessed and very excited to soon be a part of something so big.”

Coach Nolan on Aaliyah: “Aaliyah is a tough, hardnosed player with good soccer ability. She can play anywhere on the field and her ability to play in many spots and many systems is a big plus for us. Aaliyah also brings a fierce competitive mindset with strong leadership skills.”