BAHR INKS BULL, DIAZ, AND DELIA TO INCOMING FRESHMAN SOCCER CLASS
BOURBONNAIS, Ill. – Bill Bahr, head coach of the Olivet Nazarene University women's soccer program, has announced three new additions to the incoming 2023 freshman class. Katelyn Bull, Sofia Diaz, and Rebekah Delia will be joining the roster prior to the upcoming fall season.
Katelyn Bull
Jersey #: 10
Position: midfielder
Height: 5'8''
Hometown: Frederick, Maryland
High School: Oakdale High School
Club Team: Football Club Frederick (FCF)
Parents: Jackie Shoff and Dan Bull
Siblings: Jack Bull(15yr old brother), Maddy Bull(18yr old sister)
Major: Biology
Minor: undecided
Non-Soccer activities/awards: Biomedical program graduate, play ukulele, manager at an ice cream shop, workout, run track.
Why Olivet? I chose Olivet after my third visit because I love the message of the school and the people that I met when I visited. I know that I will thrive in an environment of like minded individuals who share similar beliefs and want to succeed just as much as I do.
"Katelyn's speed, size and athleticism will bring immediate dividends for the soccer program this fall," said Bahr. "She will make us all better."
Sofia Diaz
Jersey #: 12
Position: Center Back/ Midfield
Height: 5'6"
Hometown: Jenison, MI
High School: Jenison High School
Club Team: Midwest United ECRL
Parents: Henry and Carolina Diaz
Siblings: Mia and Gabe Diaz
Major: Business Management
Minor: Marketing
Awards/Recognition (soccer): 4 year varsity player, team captain junior and senior year, All- conference, All- district, Athlete of the month, and Academic All-state
Non-Soccer activities/awards: I participate in basketball as well as reffing and coaching younger kids
Why Olivet?: I chose Olivet because it has the best people, all of the coaches and players are so welcoming and supportive. I feel the Lord's presence at ONU and it feels like home.
"We are excited to add Sofia to our team this fall," said Bahr. "She is versatile and very athletic. Both her high school and club experience have prepared her well for being a part of the Tiger team this fall. She will be a great fit to our team."
Rebekah Delia
Jersey #: 31
Position: Center Mid or Forward
Height: 5'8"
Hometown: Troy, Michigan
High School: Athens High School
Club Team: Nationals 05 Black
Parents: David and Teisha Delia
Siblings: Sarah Delia and Grace Delia
Major: Undecided, but I am interested in STEM and business
Non-Soccer activities/awards: AP Scholar with Distinction, Varsity Basketball Captain
Why Olivet?: I love the campus and environment at Olivet. Everyone I have met has been super kind and welcoming. I also love that I get the opportunity to continue to play soccer. But even more so, I love that faith is involved in everything from sports to education.
"Rebekah comes to our ONU family with a rich high school and club tradition of success," said Bahr. "Troy Athens has had a great history of success and so has the Nationals club. Rebekah will bring athleticism and experience to our team this fall and will add a lot of depth to our team."
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*Contact: Evan Wild, Sports Information Director, ewwild@olivet.edu