SALEM, Ore. – On the heels of an exciting inaugural season, the Corban University women's lacrosse team will be adding seven new additions for its second campaign. Head coach Kylie McMinn announced each of the 2022 newcomers on Thursday afternoon, with the members of this year's class coming to Corban from five different states/provinces and two different countries.

"We're so excited to add the next layer to our roster," said McMinn. "Each freshman brings the next level of intensity to the field, which makes practices more challenging, and makes our team grow better even faster."

"Our three freshman middies this year (Godoy, Palafox, and Brence) all bring fast-paced, aggressive play that'll be so effective once our chemistry clicks," added McMinn. "Having that second middie line will really take our game to the next level, as we'll consistently have fresh legs in the midfield."

Aleana Godoy – 5'7" – M/D – Bonita Vista HS – San Diego, Calif.

The first of two Warrior recruits from San Diego, Calif., Godoy attended Bonita Vista High School prior to coming to Salem. Godoy competed for all four years of high school, while also spending time as part of the Sting Lacrosse club team. Recognized for both her talent and her work ethic, Godoy was awarded with her team's Heart and Hustle award for her dedication on the field.

While attending Corban, Godoy plans to study health science.

Josie Brence – 5'10" – M – Middleton HS – Middleton, Idaho

Also a member of the Corban University women's soccer team, Brence brings exceptional athleticism to the Navy and Gold. Aside from being a First-Team All-State performer on the pitch, Brence was a decorated lacrosse player, as well. Known for both her capability and leadership, she was named an Idaho Southern All-Star Player for the spring of 2020 and 2021, while serving also serving as team captain for her squad during the 2021 campaign.

Victoria Webber – 5'7" – D – Los Alamitos HS – Buena Park, Calif.

Originally hailing from Buena Park, Calif., Webber looks to bolster Corban's defensive line this spring. Webber was a standout for four years at Los Alamitos High School, where she earned Defensive MVP during her sophomore season as a member of the junior varsity squad. In addition, she was a staple in the starting lineup of the SoCal Express club team.

Webber plans to study education during her time in Salem.

Alayna Van De Ven – 5'8" – D – Verrado HS – Buckeye, Ariz.

Joining the Warrior roster from Buckeye, Ariz., Van De Ven studied at Verrado High School but competed at Pinnacle High School. She is no stranger to big games, as her résumé includes success on big stages during her high school career. She was a two-time State Champion, as well as a State Runner-Up, all while being named Defensive MVP for her exceptional individual efforts on the field.

While attending Corban, Van De Ven intends to major in psychology.

Leona Sinclair – 5'4" – G – Garibaldi Secondary – Maple Ridge, B.C.

Coming to Corban from British Columbia, Sinclair joins the Navy and Gold after an established career at Garibaldi Secondary. Sinclair becomes the second goalie on the Warrior roster, joining Payton Nuse to bolster the squad's depth in net. While competing in her prep career, Sinclair allowed just two goals against in seven games.

Sinclair intends to study business management and leadership while at Corban.

Allison Palafox – 5'6" – D/M – Lincoln HS – San Diego, Calif.

Another San Diego, Calif. native, Palafox brings in a decorated pedigree to the Warriors from her time at Lincoln High School. She collected numerous accolades while competing there, including Second-Team All-League plaudits in 2018 and 2019, and First-Team All-League honors in both 2020 and 2021.

Riley Shanks – 5'5" – A – Central Valley HS – Spokane, Wash.

Shanks, a native of Spokane, Wash., will join Corban's attacking core for the upcoming season. A product of Central Valley High School, Shanks spent time on the Spokane Stealth club team, where she helped lead the team to undefeated seasons in both 2020 and 2021. Her high school stats include 10 goals, four assists, and 23 ground balls.

Shanks will hone her studies in criminal justice while at Corban.