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DeRosa Announces Seven Incoming Additions to 2026 Roster

6/2/2026 4:00:00 PM

Garden City, N.Y. - After a ten win season that saw Madison Apicella named to an All-America team, head coach Brooke DeRosa and the Adelphi University women's soccer program look to return to the NCAA Tournament with a revamped roster in 2026 that includes seven newcomers. 

Rahab Adela Odindo

     Name: Rahab Adela Odindo
     Hometown: Nairobi, Kenya
     Previous School: Monroe University

     Position: Forward

 

   Prominent accolades from Previous School:

  • NJCAA National Championship Tournament Qualifier
  • 2025 East District Champion
  • 4.0 GPA 
Adela joins our team with previous championship experience in the NJCAA. She’s a talented winger who is comfortable playing in the inside spaces and is dynamic on and off the ball. We look forward to seeing her abilities compliment our team.
Head Coach Brooke DeRosa
Maddy Catalanotti

     Name: Maddy Catalanotti
     Hometown: Seaford, N.Y.
     Previous School: Marist
     Position: Goalkeeper


     Prominent accolades from Previous School: 

  • 2x MAAC Defensive Player of the Week
  • Two-year captain
  • Made 57 saves across 16 starts in 2025

 

We are very fortunate to have a player like Maddy join our team in the fall. She brings DI experience and leadership skills that will help strengthen the character of our team. I am excited to see her commanding presence in action in the fall.

Head Coach Brooke DeRosa
Mia Leggio

    Name: Mia Leggio
     Hometown: Seaford, N.Y.
     High School: Seaford
     Position: Defense

 

   Prominent accolades from HS: 

  • 2025 ECNL-RL All Regional League Team 
  • 2025 Newsday Top 100 on Long Island 
  • 3x All-County Selection
Mia is a tenacious defender who puts in so much effort in every action of her game. I am looking forward to watching her mature as a leader and college athlete.
Head Coach Brooke DeRosa
Rose Miller

    Name: Rose Miller
     Hometown: Centereach, N.Y.
     High School: Centereach
     Position: Goalkeeper

 

   Prominent accolades from HS: 

  • 3x SCGSCA All-League Recipient 
I’m looking forward to seeing Rose grow her skills as a young goalkeeper. She’s competitive, hard working and will push her teammates around her.
Head Coach Brooke DeRosa
Gia Cimino

   Name: Gia Cimino
     Hometown: Smithtown, N.Y.
     High School: St. John the Baptist
     Position: Forward

 

   Prominent accolades from HS:

  • Team MVP
  • Plays for SUSA Academy
Gia is a deadly finisher who is dangerous when it comes to 1v1s in the final third. We are very excited to see what she can accomplish as a Panther.
Head Coach Brooke DeRosa
Gladys Sanchez

    Name: Gladys Sanchez
     Hometown: Deer Park, N.Y.
     High School: Deer Park
     Position: Midfield

 

   Prominent accolades from HS: 

  • Plays for East Meadow Soccer Club
Gladys is a skilled, versatile player who can adapt to different attacking positions such as a winger and center mid. She will add creativity and depth to our attacking line.
Head Coach Brooke DeRosa
Teagan Caviness

     Name: Teagan Caviness 
     Hometown: Montville, Conn.
     High School: Ledyard
     Position: Midfield/Forward

 

   Prominent accolades from HS: 

  • Plays for Oakwood Soccer Club Girls Academy
Teagan is an energetic player that possesses skills to play any attacking position. She has natural leadership qualities that inlcude strong communication skills and a high work ethic. I’m looking forward to her development as a college athlete.
Head Coach Brooke DeRosa

Entering her 11th season at the head of the Adelphi women's soccer team, DeRosa has led the Panthers to the NCAA tournament six times.