HICKORY, N.C. -- Lenoir-Rhyne women's golf head coach Elliot Gealy has announced the addition of four golfers to his 2023 signing class. 

"Our 2023' Women's Golf Recruiting Class will have an immediate impact once our season starts this August," said Gealy.  "The girls have a great blend of talent, experience and passion that will be enjoyable to watch alongside our current roster.  We are excited about the future of LR Women's Golf and this class will help us attain our goals and more."

Charlotte Colley (Yorkshire, England):  Charlotte will travel to Hickory and join the women's golf program after graduating from San Ignacio with a 3.9 GPA and a 1400 on the SAT.  Along with being a great student, Charlotte had an impressive junior golf career in England.  In 2022 Charlotte won the North of England schools championships, finished second in the English Schools National championships, and finished fourth in the Fairhaven Trophy.  In 2023 Charlotte has already finished fifth in the Fairhaven Trophy with rounds of (74-79-81-77).

What Coach Gealy says about Charlotte: "Charlotte has all the skill to have an immediate impact on our ladies golf program.  She has a passion for the game and desire to be a champion that will help our young team compete for championships."
 
Sarah Durham (Hickory, NC):  Sarah will join the Bears after completing her studies with a 4.0 GPA at the Hickory Christian Academy. During her time as a Knight, Sarah was the class president all four years as well as a member of the Beta Club.  On the course, Sarah was the team captain and finished in the top 15 in all four of her state championship starts.  She has also competed on the Peggy Kirk Bell Tour and CGY/TYGA earning six top 10's and two top 5 finishes.

What Coach Gealy says about Sarah: "Sarah is a very dedicated young women that will bring talent and passion to our ladies program.  I have had the pleasure of watching Sarah work on her game at Lake Hickory CC and am excited to see her play her best golf as a Bear."
 
Eve Neild (Norwich, England):  Eve comes to Hickory after an impressive academic career earning her diploma in sporting excellence.  She also capped an impressive academic record with a 1310 on the SAT as well as a 4.0 GPA from Thorpe St. Andrew School.  On the course in 2022, Eve won the Norfolk Ladies County Championship, she was a member of the England East Region squad, represented England in the English Schools versus Wales, represented England against Ireland in U16 and recorded a 3^rd place finish in the U16 R&A Girls Championships.

What Coach Gealy says about Eve: "Eve is a model student-athlete that will bring international experience and impressive tournament results to our team.  We look forward to watching her compete and grow during her career as a LR Bear."
 
Jaya Wilkinson (London, England):  Jaya will arrive at Lenoir-Rhyne following her graduation from the Cranleigh School with a 4.0 GPA and earning the Psychology award.  Her golfing accolades include winning the junior president's cup at West Hill golf club, earning Team Captain honor's at Cranleigh School, placing 10^th at the Scottish Girls U16's, winning the Helme Shield with West Hill golf club and representing the Surrey Ladies while winning the Stovold Trophy.

What Coach Gealy says about Jaya: "Jaya is a very promising young player that is ready to break out as a Bear.  She has all the skill and experience needed to make a positive impact on the team and help us win championships."