TicketsCINCINNATI – The Cincinnati women’s soccer program officially announces three new additions for the 2027-28 season.
The three signees include Marleigh Frazier, Isabella Bravo and Abigayle Penote. The 2027-28 class features a diverse group of newcomers from Ohio, Texas and Tennessee.
For more information on each athlete, see the individual capsules below.
Marleigh Frazier | Goalkeeper | Lenoir City, Tenn.
Demers: “We are thrilled to welcome Marleigh to our Bearcats program. A talented, shot-stopping goalkeeper, Marleigh was a top priority when we began recruiting her class. Hailing from Tennessee, she will join us in the spring, and we’re eager to help her transition to the college game. Welcome to the Bearcat Nation, Marleigh!”
Isabella Bravo | Forward | Keller, Texas
Demers: “We’re delighted to announce the signing of Isabella! Hailing from Keller, Texas, this strong forward adds a dynamic, flexible presence to our attack and can impact the game anywhere across the front line. What stood out most about Isabella is her genuine love for our campus, our city, and our program. We can’t wait to get to work with her. Welcome to the Bearcat Nation, Isabella!”
Abigayle Penote | Forward | Cincinnati, Ohio
Demers: “We’re thrilled that this local talent will be staying home! We are delighted to announce the signing of Abigayle “Gayle” Penote, a standout from The Summit Country Day School in Cincinnati, to the red and black. Keeping local talent in our own backyard has always been a priority for us, and we can’t wait for Gayle to bring her attacking talents to our program. Welcome to Bearcat Nation, Gayle.”
// WHY UC?
Frazier: “I picked Cincinnati because of the coaching staff and because I feel like I can grow as a player and a student a ton at UC. I would like to thank my GK coaches at FC Alliance for shaping me into the player I am. I would also like to thank my family for their support and for helping make this opportunity possible.”
Bravo: “I chose the University of Cincinnati because from the moment I stepped on campus, I immediately felt a connection and could picture myself calling it home. I truly felt so welcomed by the coaches and saw how much they care about their players both on and off the field. I knew Cincinnati would be a place where I could grow as a soccer player, challenge myself academically, and build meaningful relationships. Everything about the school and the people made it feel right, and I knew it was where I wanted to be. I’m so excited to become a Bearcat and begin this next chapter of my life!”
Penote: “I chose UC because of the good resources both academically and regarding the sports programs. Furthermore, I will have the privilege to represent my hometown in a way I have dreamed of doing since I was little. I also could not have done it without my family, friends, and teammates that have been my biggest supporters, and I could never have done it without them.”