Co-head coaches Tari St. John and Rob Alman have announced 13 additions to the Butler women's soccer program who will compete for the Bulldogs on the pitch beginning this fall.
 
The group includes three transfers who arrived at Butler for the spring 2026 semester: senior Isabella Ayau from the University of San Francisco, sophomore Riley Gumm from San Diego State, and sophomore Lily Kiliski from Boston College.
 
The 10 incoming freshmen arriving on campus this summer are Chrissy Graves, Emma Hamelmann, Elsa Maurer, Elise May, Sarah Monnin, Alexi Mumford, Lola Pepper, Claire Pingel, Maren Swan, and Kensey Teffner.
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Isabella Ayau
Kula, Hawaii/Kamahameha Schools Maui, (Albion SC San Diego), University of San Francisco, 5'3", M
 
Ayau played three seasons at the University of San Francisco, making 46 appearances with 13 starts. She punched in one goal and dished out three assists over three seasons, earning All-Academic Honorable Mention recognition in 2024 and 2025. The midfielder played two seasons of soccer at Kamehameha Schools Maui where, in 2023, she was named to the HHSAA DI Girls State Soccer First Team and the All-Hawai'i First Team Stellar Eleven. Her team won a 2023 team conference championship, and she earned Maui Interscholastic League honors that included 2023 Player of the Year and All-MIL First Team recognition (2023, 2022). Ayau, who also competed in tennis and boxing at the high school level, also played with Albion SC San Diego.
 
On choosing Butler: "I chose Butler because of the coaches and the environment they create -- one that pushes you to compete at a high level while also valuing academics. Butler offers the balance I was looking for to grow as an athlete, student, and person."
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Riley Gumm
Aurora, Ill./Oswego East, (Eclipse Select SC), San Diego State, 5'4", M
 
Gumm, who did not play in the 2025 season, appeared in 13 matches as a freshman in 2024. She notched her first assist, shot, and shot on goal vs. Nevada. The midfielder was also named to the Mountain West All-Academic Team and was a SDSU Scholar Athlete.
 
Gumm played club for Eclipse Select SC where she was invited to the ECNL National Selection Game and was a three-time ECNL All-Midwest First Team selection. In prep competition, she earned All-State, All-Conference, and All-Area honors at Oswego East High School. The team MVP graduated as the school's all-time assist leader after dishing out 34 assists and scoring 37 goals over three seasons.
 
On choosing Butler: "I chose Butler because of their strong academics, amazing coaching staff, emphasis on personal development, and strong team culture. I love the campus and how welcoming the environment is at Butler!"
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Lily Kiliski
Queens, N.Y./St. Francis Preparatory, (New York Soccer Club), Boston College, 5'2", M
 
Kiliski played her freshman season at Boston College where she appeared in 11 matches.
 
Prior to collegiate competition, she was part of the USWNT U18/19 training camp, and her New York Soccer Club side was Northeast GA League Champion, Super Copa Champion, and qualified for the Champions Cup. Kiliski was a participant at USYNT Talent ID Center, Gotham FC Talent ID Showcase & ID events, Girls Academy Northeast Conference and National Talent ID, Capelli Sports Plus Northeast ID, USYS State & Regional ODP, and the Girls Academy Advisory Panel.
 
At St. Francis Prep, Kilisky scored nine goals with 11 assists as a freshman and sophomore on a team that was a Brooklyn Queens Finalist and league runner-up. She was also part of a state championship track squad and was a member of the National Honor Society, MU Alpha Theta Honors Society and the NYS Science Honor Society.
 
On choosing Butler: "I chose Butler for its strong academics, amazing coaching staff, and style of play that fits my game."
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Chrissy Graves
Kensington, Md./St. Andrew's Episcopal, (Northern Virginia Alliance), 5'9", D
 
Graves played two years at St. Andrew's where she received ISL honors and was a High Honor student. Her Northern Virginia Alliance club won the 2024 ECNL Mid Atlantic Conference Championship and a 2026 GA Conference Championship.
 
On choosing Butler: "I chose Butler because the team immediately felt like family."
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Emma Hamelmann
Zionsville, Ind./Zionsville, (Indy Eleven ECNL), 5'9", M
 
Hamelmann helped lead Zionsville to ten wins and a 5-0-2 conference record her senior season. The Academic All-State honoree was named All-District and was also a two-time Max Preps Player of the Game. She was a three-time Eagle Scholar, a member of the National Honor Society, and graduated magna cum laude. Hamelmann's Indy Eleven side was a four-year ECNL playoff qualifier and reached the semifinals at the 2024 ECNL national playoffs.
 
On choosing Butler: "I chose Butler because of the combination of high-level athletics and strong academics. I wanted to be a part of a team that prioritized culture and competition. After meeting the coaching staff and the players, I knew that being a part of the Butler program would push me to be better both on and off the field."
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Elsa Maurer
Muskego, Wis./Muskego, (Madison Rally FC & SC Wave GA), 5'9", D
 
Maurer competed three seasons at Muskego, helping lead her team to 55 wins and three WIAA DI state championships (2023, 2024, 2025). Her 2025 team went 21-0-2 and was Classic 8 Conference champions. The defender, who scored five goals, anchored a back line that held opponents to 0.46 goals against per game over a three-year span. Postseason honors included All-America, All-Region, All-State First Team, All-Conference First Team, and TopDrawer Soccer High School Best XI. The three-time Muskego Scholar Athlete was a member of the National Honor Society and graduated with High Distinction honors. Maurer's club teams qualified four times for GA national finals events, competing in one semifinal, and were GA Midwest Conference Champions. She was also a GA National Talent ID invitee, a team captain, and a GA Advisory Panel Club Representative.
 
On choosing Butler: "I chose Butler because of the connection I felt with Coach Rob and Coach Tari and the team's style of play. I know I can continue to develop as a player here, and Butler's strong Health Sciences program supports my goal of becoming a Physician Assistant."
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Elise May
Fishers, Ind./Fishers, (Indy Eleven 2007 ECNL), 5'7", F
 
May was a three-year varsity starter and letterwinner at Fishers where she earned All-State and All-District First Team honors. The team captain and offensive MVP scored twelve goals her final season, was named All-Academic, and graduated magna cum laude. She was also a team captain with Indy Eleven 2007 ECNL and helped the side reach the ECNL National Semi-Finals.
 
On choosing Butler: "I loved the team environment and coaching staff as well as the competitive level of play."
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Sarah Monnin
Montreal, Quebec, Canada/College Ahuntsic, (CS Longueuil), 5'4", F
 
Monnin was named to the RSEQ (Réseau du sport étudiant du Québec) Provincial All-Star Team in 2024.
 
On choosing Butler: "I immediately loved the girls, the team, and their play style."
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Alexi Mumford
Chapel Hill, N.C./Accelerator School, (Triangle United GA), 6'0", GK
 
Mumford plays for Triangle United GA and has also competed with Port City FC.
 
On choosing Butler: "I chose Butler because, from the moment I visited, the community and environment gave me an immediate sense of belonging. Paired with strong academics and a beautiful campus, I knew it was the right place for me!"
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Lola Pepper
Winona Lake, Ind./Warsaw, (Indy Eleven Pro Academy ECNL), 5'9", M
 
Pepper was a four-year starter and letterwinner at Warsaw, helping her team win 33 matches along with a conference and sectional championship. The team captain accumulated 68 goals and 39 assists, winning multiple team MVP and All-Conference awards. Pepper, who graduated cum laude, also played for Indy Eleven Pro Academy ECNL.
 
On choosing Butler: "I chose Butler because of the safe environment, amazing coaching staff, beautiful campus, and so much more!"
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Claire Pingel
Saint Louis, Mo./St. Joseph's Academy, (St. Louis Scott Gallagher), 5'8", M/D
 
Pingel played four seasons at St. Joseph's, helping the team to 76 total wins, a 2025 state championship, two district championships and two conference championships. The defender and team captain tallied eight goals with nine assists and earned All-District and All-Conference honors in multiple seasons. Pingel, who garnered Academic All-State accolades, helped lead her SLSG Navy club team to two Elite Eights and two ECNL conference championships.
 
On choosing Butler: "I chose Butler because it offers great academics and a competitive soccer program that will help me grow both on and off the field. Furthermore, the coaching staff was very welcoming and made me feel comfortable from the start."
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Maren Swan
Troy, Mich./Troy, (Nationals Girls Academy), 5'8", M
 
Swan played one year at Troy, helping lead her team to 16 wins, district and regional championships, and a state semifinal appearance. She also played volleyball at Troy, was in the National Honor Society, and graduated summa cum laude. Her Nationals Girls Academy side was a three-time GA Champions Cup winner ('22, '23, '24), 2021USYS National Championships Finalist, 2022 Girls Academy National Champion, and 2023 Girls Academy National Finalist. Swan was also selected to the 2024/25 ECNL All-Midwest Conference First Team, the 2024 USYS Regional ODP Team, and the Girls Academy Mid-America ID Camp ('22, '23, '24).
 
On choosing Butler: "I chose Butler because of the outstanding academic opportunities and the competitive soccer environment. I immediately felt comfortable the first time I stepped on campus and knew that I would grow both as a student and as a player at Butler. The coaching staff was incredibly welcoming and supportive, and it was clear the coaches built a strong team culture where each player is valued as a player and person. I also loved how pretty the campus was. Go Dawgs!"
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Kensey Teffner
Linden, Mich./Linden, (Nationals ECNL), 5'7", M
 
Teffner scored 31 goals and dished out 20 assists in 2026 at Linden, earning All-State, All-Region, All-League and All-District First Team honors. She was her team's captain and MVP in her only year of competition. The honor roll student and scholar athlete graduated magna cum laude. Her Nationals ECNL side was a national finalist in 2024.
 
On choosing Butler: "I chose Butler because, as soon as I stepped on campus, I knew I was in the right place. Butler's campus is beautiful, and I truly don't think you can find that anywhere else. The people here are so amazing and always willing to help. I knew from that moment forward I wanted to be a Bulldog."