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 Volleyball, Swimming and Softball Announce Commitments
Nov. 17, 2004 ORONO, Maine- The University of Maine announced today that National Letters of Intent have been received from volleyball player Lindsay Allman, swimmer Kari Boffa, and softball players Courtney Gingrich and Ashley Waters to attend the University of Maine in the fall of 2005. For volleyball coach Lynn Theehs, Lindsay Allman is a 5-8 outside hitter from Fanton, Missouri. At Rockwood Summit High School, she was a three-time team MVP along with being named All-Conference and All-District. She also played club volleyball for Team St. Louis, where the team won two national qualifier tournaments. "Lindsay is a very athletic player," said Theehs. "She currently plays for one of the top club teams in the nation, so we are looking forward to her bringing athleticism and the experience of playing at a very high level to our program." Signing an NLI for the women's swim team, Kari Boffa is from Falmouth, Maine. She swims for Falmouth High School and the Westbrook Seals. Currently she holds the Maine state record in the long course 100 meter free and won the 2004 high school state championship in 200 IM . "We are enthusiastic about the contribution Kari can bring to our team," said head swim coach Jeff Wren. "Just as important is that we are very impressed with the way she fits in to the personality of the team." For first year softball coach Michelle Puls, Courtney Gingrich, a 5-10 pitcher and third baseman from Warwick, Rhode Island,plays for Warwick High School and the Blazing Angels Summer Softball Club. "Countney is a strong, athletic ball player with the versatility to play the corners as well as pitch," said Puls. "She is a force in the batters box with the ability to hit for power. We are very excited about what Courtney brings to the program." Ashley Waters, a 5-6 middle infielder from Amesbury, Mass., plays for Amesbury High School and for the Middle Essex Crush Summer Softball Club. "Ashley is a hard working, tough and intense player," said Puls. "Her commitment and enthuses make her unique. She is extremely quick and has the ability to hit and play the short game. Her versatility to play many positions will help out our program immensely. The eligibility of all student-athletes is contingent upon admission to the University of Maine and compliance with all NCAA rules, including registration with the NCAA Clearinghouse. The early signing period began November 10 and ends November 17.
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