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Varsity - June 20, 2013

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WHAT'S NEXT? WOMEN'S SOCCER BY JEREMY WODAJO Super fresh: Class of 2013 set to make impact Talented newcomers expected to contribute T o say the 2013 women's soccer recruiting class is one of the top groups in the country is an understatement. Paula Wilkins, who is entering her seventh season at UW and her 13th season as a head coach, regards the bunch as one of the top classes she has recruited in over a 52 » VARSITY JUN E 20, 2013 decade of coaching. Wilkins has coached and developed a handful of Olympians, many of whom competed in this past summer's Olympic Games. Her ability as a top-notch recruiter has also resulted in over 170 wins, two College Cup appearances, six Big Ten regular-season championships and a pair of @BadgerWSoccer Big Ten tournament titles. The five-time Big Ten Coach of the Year has the experience to return the Badgers to the College Cup for the first time since 1991 and she believes that journey will take a huge leap forward with the addition of this season's newcomers. "This class is not only talented, but they possess the winning attitude that we strive to instill in all of our players," Wilkins said. "That's a huge benefit for us as coaches because it makes the training environment much more competitive and sets the standard for success. "Their maturity and skill is also a huge plus, and the fact that they complement the core of returning players so well makes things even more exciting heading into late August." Four of the seven newcomers are considered four-star prospects according to TopDrawerSoccer.com. The class is led by a pair of Ohio natives in Rose Lavelle and Micaela Powers. Lavelle spent the summer competing for the U20 U.S. Women's National Team, while Powers was named Ohio's Player of the Year and Dayton's top female athlete. Badgers open season at UConn » UW recently announced its 2013 slate, which includes nine home games and trips to UConn, Oregon and Illinois State. The Badgers welcome Vanderbilt for their home opener on Sept. 6 and will also host 2012 Big Ten champion and NCAA runner-up Penn State at the McClimon Complex in 2013.

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