CLEMSON, S.C. – Head Coach Eddie Radwanski officially announced the addition of nine student-athletes to the Clemson women’s soccer program on National Signing Day. The class includes Elle Bissinger, Maddie Costello, Jolie Jenkins, Neely Kerr, Reese Klein, Taylor Leib, Madeline Parrott, Carla Small and Alessandra Washington.
“Congratulations to our new signees as we welcome them to Clemson Women’s Soccer,” Radwanski said. “This recruiting class ranks up there as one of our best recruiting classes. It is a diverse group of talented players who are not only very good, talented soccer players but very good people. They competed at the highest levels of youth soccer and several have valuable US Youth National Team experience. We are excited to welcome them to the Clemson Family!”
According to Top Drawer Soccer, the 2025 Clemson recruiting class is ranked No. 2 in the nation as they have four players in the Top 50 and eight players in the Top 200.
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Elle Bissinger • Defender • Greenville, S.C. • JL Mann High School • CESA
Why Clemson?
“Growing up in Greenville, I was surrounded by the Clemson community and fell in love with the school and people. The academics, competitive athletics, and campus made it easy for me to choose Clemson.”
Maddie Costello • Defender • Stony Brook, N.Y. • Ward Melville High School • SUSA
“I chose Clemson because the campus feels like home to me. The coaches, staff, players, and environment are all so welcoming. The academics are amazing and the soccer program and facilities are unmatched.”
Jolie Jenkins • Forward/Defender • Winchester, Va. • James Wood High School • VDA
“I chose it because it truly felt like home. I love the campus, school spirit, coaches, and soccer program.”
Neely Kerr • Midfielder • Buford, Ga. • Buford High School • Tophat Soccer Club
“I chose Clemson because of the quality soccer program as well as excellent academics. The team and school felt like family, and I immediately felt at home.”
Reese Klein • Defender • Cooper City, Fla. • NSU University School • Florida United
“It feels like my second home and I am excited to build and add my talents to the soccer team. Study business and earn a degree.”
Taylor Leib • Midfielder/Forward • Birmingham, Ala. • Briarwood Christian High School • Alabama FC
“I chose Clemson because it’s a school that will challenge me athletically and academically. Clemson soccer has coaches and players that desire to help me grow into the best person and player I can become. The environment created within the program is something I am so excited to join.”
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Madeline Parrott • Goalkeeper • Canton, Ma. • Thayer Academy • Scorpions SC
“I chose Clemson because of the amazing culture. Not only is it a huge sports school, but it is full of kind and welcoming people. It is also a place I can see myself succeeding on the field and in the classroom and will help me become who I aspire to be. Next, I have only heard amazing things about Clemson from alumni and current students, and it felt like the perfect fit. Finally, I want to compete at a high level with a supportive and determined coaching staff and team which I know Clemson provides.”
Carla Small • Midfielder/Defender • Waipahu, Hawaii • IMG Academy • IMG
“I chose Clemson because the coaches, the environment, and the people made it feel like home from the start. I feel this is the best place to help me grow, improve, and prepare me for the future, both academically and athletically, whether that’s playing professionally or pursuing other paths.”
Alessandra Washington • Midfielder/Forward • Brookhaven, Ga. • Chamblee High School • Concorde Fire
“I chose Clemson because of the great soccer atmosphere, the variety of majors, its academic reputation, and beautiful campus. I had a great connection to the coaches and the players, it truly felt like a family. Clemson is the perfect school to continue my growth as an athlete and student.”
Defender • Greenville, S.C. • JL Mann High School • CESA
Instagram: @elle.bissinger
Defender • Stony Brook, N.Y. • Ward Melville High School • SUSA
Instagram: @maddiecos.1
Forward/Defender • Winchester, Va. • James Wood High School • VDA
Instagram: @jolo_jenkins
Midfielder • Buford, Ga. • Buford High School • Tophat Soccer Club
Instagram: @neelykerr4
Defender • Cooper City, Fla. • NSU University School • Florida United
Instagram: @reesekleinn
Midfielder/Forward • Birmingham, Ala. • Briarwood Christian High School • Alabama FC
Instagram: @taylorleib7
Goalkeeper • Canton, Ma. • Thayer Academy • Scorpions SC
Instagram: @parrottmadeline
Midfielder/Defender • Waipahu, Hawaii • IMG Academy • IMG
Instagram: @aloha.carlita
Midfielder/Forward • Brookhaven, Ga. • Chamblee High School • Concorde Fire
Instagram: @alessandraw28
