FMSpro is proud to announce the signing of Mara Gilpin to NCAA Division I Santa Clara University.

Mara, a talented 2007-born defender, is capable of excelling as both a centre back and a full back. Most recently, she played for Celtix au Richelieu in League 1 and was a key part of St-Jean’s run to the Canadian Championship final last season. Known for her excellent vision and technical ability, Mara constantly scans the field, always aware of her positioning and her opponents. She is effective at breaking lines and contributing to the attack while remaining a reliable defender.

Having drawn interest from multiple top NCAA Division I programs, Mara ultimately chose Santa Clara as the best fit academically and athletically. Off the field, she is a dedicated student with a perfect 4.0 GPA.

Santa Clara Head Coach Jerry Smith is very excited about Mara’s addition, confident she will help the program compete for another NCAA championship. The Broncos boast a winning tradition, including NCAA titles in 2020 and 2001.

Congratulations to Mara Gilpin! We wish her every success as she begins this next chapter of her academic and athletic career with Santa Clara University.