No. 5 Soccer Signs Nine on National Signing Day

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The Arkansas soccer program and head coach Colby Hale have announced the 2025 signing class that features nine signees from six states, five of which will graduate high school early to join the team this spring.

Signees 

Nuria Craig | DEF/MF | Houston, Texas | Early Enrollee

• Plays club for FC Dallas ECNL with fellow signee Natalie Wagner, the same club as current Razorback defender Avery Wren
• 4 star TDS recruit, #64 overall, #10 in Texas, #16 in defender pool
• ECNL Texas All-Conference in 2023
• Trained in England with Bristol City of the Barclays Women’s Super League

Why Craig chose Arkansas: As soon as I visited the University of Arkansas, I knew it was the right environment for me. The team’s hard-working culture and the coaching staff’s commitment to challenging each player excite me. I aspire to achieve the standard of excellence expected by this program and look forward to growing as both a player and a person.

Presley Marvil | DEF | San Marcos, Calif. | Early Enrollee

• Plays club for Slammers HB Koge ECNL with fellow signee Vailana Tu’ua
• 3 star TDS recruit, #39 in Southern California
• 2022 ECNL Quarter Finalist (Slammers), 2021 ECNL National Finalist (Surf)
• KC Current Club talent ID invitee

Why Marvil chose Arkansas: I chose Razorback soccer because I love how they prioritize winning and have a constant competitive environment in every training and team activity. I’m so excited to have the opportunity to play with such a talented group of girls who all have the same goal.

Aynsley Nuckols | FWD | Phoenix, Ariz.

• Plays club for SC Del Sol GA
• 2021, 2022 & 2024 GA National Talent ID Player Selection
• 2021 & 2022 YNT Center Attendee

Why Nuckols chose Arkansas: I picked Arkansas because of the challenging and competitive environment. I love the winning mentality and the coaches! 

Camila Palacios | FWD/MF | San Antonio, Texas | Early Enrollee

• Plays club for Classics Elite ECNL, the same club as current Razorback defender Taylor Tommack
• 3 star TDS recruit, #143 overall, #16 in Texas, #47 in forward pool
• Two-time ECNL All-Texas Conference (2021, 2022)

Why Palacios chose Arkansas: I chose Razorback soccer because I saw the competitiveness and grit that the program has to win soccer games. I am grateful for the opportunity that I’ve been given and more than excited to be a part of a program that prides itself in winning year in and year out. Go Hogs!!

Madison Rose | FWD | Annapolis, Md.

• Plays club for Maryland United ECNL
• ECNL Girls N. Atlantic All-Conference Team selection (2023)
• ECNL Continental National Selection Game invitee (2023)

Why Rose chose Arkansas: I chose Arkansas because it offers a competitive program where I can develop as a player, with strong coaching, excellent facilities, and a supportive team culture. The opportunity to grow in a high-level environment was a key factor in my decision to become a Razorback.

Paige Szymanski | FWD/MF | Buffalo, N.Y.

• Plays club for WNY Flash ECNL, the same club as current Razorback goalkeeper Keegan Smith
• 3 star TDS recruit, #12 in New York
• ECNL Girls Ohio Valley All-Conference (2024)

Why Szymanksi chose Arkansas: I chose Razorback soccer because the direct style of play fits who I am as a player and the competitiveness and willingness to do whatever it takes to win a national championship is something that I want to compete for and win.

Molly Teed | FWD | Frisco, Texas | Early Enrollee

• Plays club for Dallas Sting ECNL
• 3 star TDS recruit, #31 in Texas
• ECNL Girls Texas All-Conference (2022)
• Named district Co-Offensive Player of the Year – 20 goals and 18 assists in her junior season

Why Teed chose Arkansas: I chose Arkansas soccer because the program exemplifies what it means to compete to win every single day. As soon as I got there I knew that everything about the program and the school was a perfect fit for me.

 Vailana Tu’ua | FWD/MF | Redondo Beach, Calif. | Early Enrollee

• Plays club for Slammers HB Koge ECNL with fellow signee Presley Marvil
• 4 star TDS recruit, #90 overall, #16 in Southern California, #28 in forward pool
• ECNL 2022-23 All-American Selection, 3x ECNL All-Conference selection (22, 23,24)
• KC Current Club training Invitee

Why Tu’ua chose Arkansas: I chose Razorback soccer because they are the top-scoring team in the nation with a drive to win that matches my own competitiveness. I’m excited to push myself alongside teammates who are just as hungry for success.

Natalie Wagner | FWD | Midlothian, Texas

• Plays club for FC Dallas ECNL with fellow signee Nuria Craig, the same club as current Razorback defender Avery Wren
• 3 star TDS recruit, #21 in Texas
• Two-time ECNL Girls Texas All-Conference selection (2022, 2024)
• Academy player for Dallas Trinity FC USL team

Why Wagner chose Arkansas: I chose Razorback soccer because I admire how everyone is committed to the same goals and I love the uplifting and family atmosphere!

Up Next

The Hogs begin their NCAA Tournament run on Friday, November 15 against Oklahoma State. Kickoff is set for 6:30 p.m. and the match will be streamed on ESPN Plus.

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