Nemzer Adds Three More to Top 2023 Class in Big Ten

COLLEGE PARK, Md. -- Maryland women's soccer head coach Meghan Ryan Nemzer welcomes three new Terps to the top 2023 class in the Big Ten.

Hannah Shapiro, Isabel DiPrima and Juliet Strange look to bring their long list of accolades to College Park as the Terps are coming off of their most successful Big Ten season since 2019. These three new Terps have won multiple state titles at both the high school and club level, captained their teams for multiple years, represent their schools on All-State/All-District teams along with excelling in the classroom.

The trio of new Terps will be joining a decorated incoming freshman class, consisting of two Top-60 prospects in the nation and a Top-25 prospect goalkeeper. This class also includes multiple players that have represented their country at the international level including the United States, Puerto Rican and Jamaican Youth National teams.

More Information on these new Terps can be found below.

Hannah Shapiro

Pleasantville, NY
The Masters School / World Class FC ECNL
Midfield

Before Maryland...Attended Youth National Team ID Center…Member of the Varsity team at the Masters School from 2020-2023…Team Captain… Played for World Class FC ECNL.

Personal...Daughter of Marty Schapiro and Anna Weber…Member of the executive committee of Dobbs Athletic Association…School Peer Leader..Member of Athlete's vs Chron's Junior Board…Volunteers at Feeding West Chester Club.

Why Maryland?: "I decided to come to Maryland because of the amazing and welcoming coaches, players, and staff. The academics are excellent and the campus is beautiful. The team has a great culture that is dedicated and focused. I love everything about the school and I cannot wait to be on campus! "

Head coach Meg Nemzer: "Hannah is a commanding presence in the middle of the field. Her size and athleticism will help her find success at the Big Ten level. Hannah is a student of the game and is always looking to improve on and off the field. I love Hannah's passion for the game and she will represent UMD and its values to the fullest."

Isabel DiPrima

New City, NY
Albertus Magnus / World Class FC
Midfield

Before Maryland...Three-time US Soccer Youth Soccer Identification Center Participant…U17 Second Team All Conference Team New England…All State First team…3x All County First Team….4x All Section First Team…4x All League First Team…Team Captain…2022 New York State Champion…Four year varsity member.

Personal...Dad played baseball at St. Johns University…Mom played softball at St. Johns University….Has one sister Sofia…Student Council President…Member of six different honors societies…Volunteers for Dom Cecere Play-for-10 Foundation…Plans to major in Psychology and minor in kinesiology.

Why Maryland?: "The University of Maryland provides both the academic and athletic experience that I am looking for. I'm excited and honored to play with this extremely talented team. I look forward to learning and growing as a player under the amazing coaching staff. I cannot wait to be a Terp!"

Head coach Meg Nemzer: "We are very excited Isabel is a Terp! She is an incredibly creative midfielder that is special on the dribble. She is dangerous in the attacking 3rd and will come in and create many goals for our team! She is someone who we can count on day in, day out to compete and raise the level in the program. She also plays on an incredibly competitive club team with fellow 2023 Signee Hannah Schapiro."

Juliet Strange

Burlington, KY
Conner High School / Indiana Fire Juniors
Center Back

Before Maryland: Division 1 Northern Kentucky Athletic Conference Player of The Year…Region 9 Defensive Player of The Year…United Soccer Coaches All-Region…2022 Prep Soccer Cincinnati Preseason All-Metro Girls…2022 Captains Award…2020 Varsity team MVP…2x All District Tournament team.

Personal: Daughter of Jason and Lisa Strange…Sister Joy played college basketball for Thomas More and Mount St. Joseph…Volunteers for youth basketball and soccer camps…Participates in Locks of Love annually.

Why Maryland?: "As soon as I stepped on campus everything clicked, and just felt right. The players were so welcoming and sweet. The Coaches made me feel so important, and you could tell they truly cared about me as not only a player, but a person. I love the atmosphere, and the importance when it comes to making the team feel like a family. Maryland has a bright future ahead and I want to be a part of it. I want to be a Maryland Legend."

Head coach Meg Nemzer: "Juliet is a special person and player out of the Midwest that is a great addition to our 2023 class. She has physical tools that you cannot coach, which will help her thrive in the Big 10. We are extremely excited about Juliet's drive to be the best player she can possibly be!"

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