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Maryland Women’s Soccer Welcomes Five Transfers

COLLEGE PARK, MD -- University of Maryland women's soccer head coach Michael Marchiano announced the addition of five transfers for the 2026 season on Monday. Lilly Bane, Aryanna Oliver, Abigail Stager, Jolie Farmer and Ava Paolini join the Terrapins with proven collegiate experience.

"We're excited to welcome all five transfers." said Marchiano. "They're good human beings who bring valuable experience to our team and will strengthen our program."
Lily Bane Women's Soccer Committed Graphic

LilLy Bane

Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA
Previous School: Purdue 
Position: Midfielder/Forward


Before Maryland: During her freshman season at Purdue, she appeared in more than 850 minutes of action and earned seven starts in Big Ten competition, finishing the year with two goals and one assist.

At the high school level, she competed for the Pittsburgh Riveters of the USL-W League and the Pittsburgh Riverhounds in the ECNL under head coach Scott Gibson. She was a four-year varsity letterwinner at Canon-McMillan High School under Matt Fonagy. A Big 56 First Team selection and two-time Big 56 Second Team honoree, she was also a three-time All-Section pick and an All-WPIAL honoree. Off the field, she was a member of the National Honor Society and French National Honor Society, a Carson Scholarship recipient and a Distinguished Honor Roll student.
Lilly Bane : "After I stepped on campus, it was a no brainer. The coaches and girls have created such a fun yet goal-oriented environment that was a perfect fit for me. I know Maryland will help me reach my full potential and lead me to grow as a person and a player. "
Aryanna Oliver Women's Soccer Committed Graphic

Aryanna Oliver 

Hometown: Woodbridge, VA
Previous School: Radford University 
Position: Midfielder 

Before Maryland: At Radford, she appeared in 14 matches, recording 15 shots, one goal and two assists. She earned Freshman Team All-Conference honors and was also named Second Team All-Conference.

At the high school level, she earned four all-district selections, two second team all-region honors and two first team all-region accolades. She was named a VDA All-American and Mid-Atlantic Player of the Year and also participated in a U.S. U-20 National Team camp.
Aryanna Oliver: "I chose the University of Maryland because it allows me to grow academically and as a student athlete. The chance to compete in the Big Ten and be part of a strong soccer program along with the support Maryland offers makes it the right place for me."
Abigail Stager Women's Soccer Committed Graphic

abigail stager

Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA
Previous School: University of Kentucky
Position: Forward
 

Before Maryland: At the University of Kentucky, she appeared in 16 matches, logging 255 minutes of action. She scored her first career goal against Morehead State on Aug. 18 and finished the season with seven shots, including two on goal.

At the high school level, she was named a United Soccer Coaches High School All-American and earned Pennsylvania All-State honors in 2023. She was a three-time All-WPIAL and All-Section selection and a four-time Big 56 Athletic Conference honoree. She earned first team All-Region honors and helped her team reach the 2023 PIAA state semifinals. She was also named a Sports Illustrated Top 20 player in 2023 and set her high school's single-season scoring record.
Abigail Stager : "I chose the University of Maryland because from the moment I stepped on campus, I felt at home. I loved the environment, from the supportive coaching staff to the overall culture of the school. Maryland offered everything I was looking for, and I could truly see myself growing, graduating, and being happy here. Go Terps!"
Jolie Farmer Maryland Women's Soccer Committed Graphic

jolie farmer

Hometown: Tampa, FL
Previous School: Penn State
Position: Forward
 

Before Maryland: At the club and high school levels, she competed for Tampa Bay United in the ECNL and HB Plant High School. She was the leading scorer in the state of Florida in both 2022 and 2023 and earned ECNL Southeast All-Conference Second Team honors in 2023. A four-year team MVP and two-time Primetime Preps Player of the Week selection, she finished her career with 255 points, totaling 110 goals and 35 assists. She also helped lead her team to district and regional championships in 2021.
Jolie Farmer: "I chose the University of Maryland because it truly offers the best of both athletics and academics. The competitive environment, high-level soccer program, and strong school spirit make Maryland a special place for me to grow as both a student and an athlete. From the moment I stepped on campus, I knew the University of Maryland would be the next place for me to continue my collegiate career. The coaching staff is genuine and passionate, and I have no doubts that they will support me both on and off the field. The energy around campus and within the team made it clear that this is where I belong. I'm so excited for the opportunity to represent Maryland!"
Ava Paolini Women's Soccer Committed Graphic

ava paolini

Hometown: San Diego, CA
Previous School: University of Florida
Position: Defender


Before Maryland: Ava was a two-time ECNL national champion, winning the 2025 ECNL U18/19 title and the 2022 U15 championship. She earned national recognition as the No. 93 player and No. 22 defender in the country and was ranked No. 17 regionally in Southern California. A U.S. Soccer Training invitee from 2020–23, she was also named one of SoccerWire's Players That Impressed at the 2025 ECNL Championships.

A four-year varsity player at San Marcos High School, she helped lead the program to CIF San Diego Open Division titles in 2022 and 2025. She earned four All-Palomar Conference selections and scored the overtime game-winner in the 2025 CIF San Diego Open Division championship.
Ava Paolini: "I chose the University of Maryland for its amazing academic & athletic reputation. The coaching staff at the University made me feel extremely welcomed. The opportunity to compete at the highest level of Power 4 women's soccer was extremely important to me. The opportunity to help bring championships to the University of Maryland is what drives me."
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