Grand Canyon University head women's soccer coach Stevie Gill has announced the addition of three student-athletes who will further their academic and athletic careers at GCU in 2015-16. Head Coach Stevie Gill "I believe that these three student-athletes will have a significant role to play here at GCU right out of the gate," said Gill. "With Christian's "Kiki's" International experience in World Cup Qualification with Guatemala, Samara's acumen playing with one of the TOP ECNL teams in the Nation in West Coast Futbol Club and Reba's involvement with the Colorado Storms ECNL program, it is a WIN-WIN-WIN for the Women's Soccer program here at GCU. More importantly, the three girls are excellent students, great people and will fit into our team culture wonderfully."
Women's Soccer Additions Samara Bahu: 5-9, Fr., Forward, San Clemente, Calif. (San Clemente High School) Rebecca Pousma: 5-9, Fr., Forward, Littleton, Colo. (Rock Canyon High School)Samara Bahu Christian Recinos: 5-5, Jr., Midfield, Arlington, Texas (Tyler Junior College)
Bahu joins GCU from San Clemente High School in San Clemente, Calif., where Bahu captained the Tritons during her senior season. Bahu was a First Team All-League South Coast selection and took home the South Coast District Defense award in 2014. She was also a four-time Scholar Athlete while at San Clemente High School. Club Team: West Coast FC Club Coach: Gus Castenada Coach Gill on Bahu: "Samara has an excellent touch on the ball and will solidify the middle of the park for us. I think that her vision and passing abilities will prove a great asset to us now and the years to come." Bahu on why she chose GCU: "I chose GCU because I wanted to be a part of its growing community and wanted to be surrounded by the positive people it encompasses." Rebecca Pousma Pousma comes to GCU from Rock Canyon High School in Littleton, Colo., where she led the Jaguars to the state semi-finals her senior year. The forward was an All-League selection and three-time First Team Academic All-State honoree. Pousma was the top scorer for Rock Canyon over her four-year prep career, tallying 19 career goals. She was also a member of the basketball team, where she led the squad in rebounds during the 2012-13 season. Club Team: Colorado Storm Club Coach: Rafa Amaya Coach Gill on Pousma: "Rebecca is a big, strong, quality target player up front that will help us keep possession of the ball and is certain to score her share of goals throughout her campaign here at GCU." Pousma on why she chose GCU: "Most people in my position want a school that offers great academic and athletic experiences. In addition, I want to connect with my coaches (typically a combination of intensity, personality and great sense of humor), I want to go to the university (even if I weren't playing soccer), I want a great location geographically, I want a competitive NCAA conference, I want to bond with teammates, and I want to be on an inspirational campus. GCU scored the highest among my other D1 opportunities. Then there's the intangible, "I just want to go there". Coaches Gill, Barron and Kellar immediate became my favorites. The best way to put it, "I feel at home."Christian Recinos (Pictured on left)
Christian Recinos comes to GCU via Tyler Junior College and Arlington High School in Arlington, Texas. Recinos was a member of the Guatemalan National Team that competed at the World Cup Qualifying in 2014. While serving as a team captain at Arlington High School, Recinos was a four-time First Team All-District selection and was named Newcomer of the Year during her freshman campaign. Club Team: Sting Soccer Club Club Coach: Gilbert Richeson Coach Gill on Recinos: "Kiki can play a number of positions very well which will be invaluable over the course of the season. Her experience with the Guatemalan National Team and competitive spirit will significantly benefit those players around her." Recinos on why she chose GCU: "Many people ask me why I chose GCU, but in my point of view, GCU chose me. I have been blessed with this great opportunity to attend GCU next fall. I cannot wait to wear my favorite color purple and share my passion with the game of soccer with GCU. The campus is absolutely breathtaking, with a great Sports Management program, and of course the sunny weather all year long. May all the glory go to God as we kick-off the 2015 season."
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