LOCK HAVEN, Pa. – The Lock Haven women's basketball team and 19
th-year head coach
Jennifer Smith have announced the addition of six student-athletes to the program in 2025-26.
The incoming student-athletes join The Haven from Pennsylvania, Maryland and Texas.
The future Bald Eagles have all either signed a National Letter of Intent to compete at The Haven or have been accepted and/or are enrolled at Lock Haven.
"We are very proud of the six student-athletes who make up this recruiting class," said Smith. "They are all tremendous young women and fantastic basketball players. Each will represent Lock Haven in their own unique ways both on and off the court and at a high level. We were looking to improve our size, skill, and athleticism and this class of new Bald Eagles is able to accomplish all of these goals."
Meet the Newest Bald Eagles:
Julia Whesper JR. (Phoenixville, Pa. / St. Rose)
Position: PG/G
AAU Program: Team Sharp
Accolades: Athlete of the Week Presented by Kessler, HS Hustle Player of the Year, MVP of Trenton Catholic Tournament, All-Star Team USJN Hersey National Championship Tournament, Former Georgian Court WBB athlete
Why I chose Lock Haven: I chose Lock Haven because when I first visited the school it already felt like home. Everyone was very welcoming and it is a beautiful campus.
Mariah Shue FR (York, Pa. / York Catholic)
Position: PG
AAU Program: Lady Raiders Academy
Accolades: Division 3-year player of the year, 1000-point scorer, District III 2A District champion, 3X First Team All-county, division champs
Why I chose Lock Haven: I chose Lock Haven because it felt like home to me.
Additionally, because I love the coaches who recruited me and I'm excited to play for them.
Lacey Kriebel FR (Williamsport, Pa. / Loyalsock)
Position: G/F
AAU Program: Lady Runnin' Rebels
Accolades: 3X PA All-State selection, PA State Champion, State Championship MVP, 4-time PA State Tournament qualifier, 4X Conference Champs, 2X District Champs, 1,000-point club, 500 rebound club, 214 career 3-pointers
Why I chose Lock Haven: I chose Lock Haven for many reasons but most importantly because of the people. The coaches and I built a good relationship and they made Lock Haven feel like a good home for me. They have made noise the last couple years in the PSAC and I want to be a major part of continuing that success. Lock Haven also has a good nursing program, so I am getting the best of both worlds!
Rain Collins FR (Dripping Springs, Texas / Dripping Springs)
Position: PG/G
AAU Program: Cyfair Premier
Accolades: Multiple All-Tournament Teams, 2X All-District, 3XAcademic All-District. 1,000-Point Scorer, Dripping Springs WBB Hall of Honor, HS Team captain.
Why I chose Lock Haven: They have an excellent Pre- Physical Therapy program, along with a strong basketball program. The coaches are exceptional, care about their players, and provide an environment to be successful.
Ahmirie Hopson JR (York, Pa. / Dallastown)
Position: G
AAU Program: Lady Rens, Lancaster wave, Power Move, MD Belles
Accolades: HS Varsity MVP, All-Conference Team, Former St. Augustine WBB athlete
Why I Chose Lock Haven: I chose Lock Haven because I believe it's the right place for me to grow both as a student-athlete and as an individual. The university offers a psychology program that will help prepare me for my future career, and the supportive community of coaches and teammates made me feel welcomed and motivated. My goals align with the team's values, and I know Lock Haven will help me become more independent, balance academics and athletics, and prepare for life after college.
Erin Miller FR (Lutherville Timonium, Md. / Roland Park)
Position: C
AAU Program: Team Thrill
Accolades: IAAM All-Conference, Baltimore Sun Player of the Week, IAAM player of the week, honor roll
Why I chose Lock Haven: I chose Lock Haven because as soon as I came into the gym and talked to the coaches, I knew that's where I wanted to be. The players and coaches made me feel so comfortable and I couldn't see myself continuing my basketball journey anywhere else.
