Alabama Soccer Inks Five During Fall Signing Period

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Five high school seniors have signed their national letters of intent with Alabama soccer during the fall signing period and will join the Crimson Tide for the 2027 season.

Jadyn Bechtel (Forward - Apple Valley, Calif. - Apple Valley High School)

2024-25 ECNL All-American
Three-time ECNL First Team
Three-time NWSL training invitee
CIF Southern Section Player of the Year
Five-time USYNT ID center invitee
Two-time Apple Valley High School soccer MVP
Apple Valley High School Forward of the Year
2024 Daily Press Girls Soccer Athlete of the Year

From Jadyn Bechtel

"I chose Alabama because it felt like the perfect place to grow as a player and a person. The competitive environment, amazing coaching staff and team culture made it feel like home. I'm so blessed and excited for the opportunity to challenge myself, support my teammates, represent the Crimson Tide and be part of something special. Roll Tide!"

Maddie Cena (Defender - San Diego, Calif. - Christian High School)

City All-League Player of the Year
Two-time ECNL Girls All-Conference Second Team
2026 Continental Tire ECNL National Selection Game

From Maddie Cena

"I chose Alabama because the coaches made me feel so welcomed and I loved how competitive the team is while still having an environment where everyone supports and pushes each other to be better. I wanted to be somewhere I could grow as a player and a person, feel like part of a family and be part of something bigger. Everything about Alabama felt right and I knew it was where I belonged."

Louise Guidugli (Forward - Cincinnati, Ohio - Seton High School)

ECNL Ohio Valley champions
Ohio Valley Conference Player of the Year
ECNL All-American
Girls Greater Cincinnati League (GGCL) champions
GGCL Player of the Year
Top Drawer Soccer High School All-American
All Southwest Ohio Player of the Year

From Louise Guidugli

"I chose Alabama because it felt like a place where I could see myself growing, not only in soccer but in every aspect of life. I was drawn to the people, the culture and the standard of excellence that surrounds the program. The opportunity to compete at such a high level, be pushed by an incredible coaching staff and teammates and experience everything Tuscaloosa has to offer made my decision feel right. It just felt like home! I'm excited to see how much I can grow, contribute to this team and be part of something bigger than myself! Roll Tide!"

Stella Hall (Forward - Menlo Park, Calif. - Menlo-Atherton High School)

2025 ECNL U16 National Champion
Two-time NorCal All-Conference
2024 League Forward of the Year (Menlo-Atherton High School)

From Stella Hall

"I chose Alabama because I felt an immediate connection with the coaches, the team and the culture of the program. I love the competitive environment and the opportunity to challenge myself every day while being part of a team that pushes each other to get better. From my first visit, Alabama felt like a place where I could grow as both a player and a person. I'm incredibly excited to be part of the Crimson Tide family!"

Kylie Pestana (Defender - Provo, Utah - Timpview High School)

2026 NWSL Youth Combine invitee
Utah High School Defender of the Year nominee
Timpview High School First Team All-State
Three-time Girls Academy Mountain West Talent ID invitee
First Team All-Region
High School Region champion
Best defensive record in Utah 5A
Ten high school shutouts
Multi-year team captain

From Kylie Pestana

"I chose the University of Alabama because it felt like home from the beginning. I knew the competitive environment would push me to grow, challenge me and help me become the best player I can be. From the second I came to Tuscaloosa, I loved the coaches, the team and the culture. I knew Alabama was where I wanted to be. I'm so excited for this next chapter. Roll Tide!"