University of St. Thomas Athletics
Three invited walk-ons complete first D-I class for Women's Hoops
11/12/2020 2:05:00 PM | Women's Basketball
Tommie Women's Basketball coach Ruth Sinn announced Thursday that three preferred walk-ons, all incoming freshmen, have signed to join her first NCAA Division I recruiting class.
Iowa native Sydney Mitvalsky (Cedar Rapids Washington High) and Wisconsin natives Phoebe Frentzel (Arrowhead High) and Audrey Hatfield (Hudson High) join a group of Class of 2021 women's basketball signees that Sinn announced on Wednesday
"I am extremely excited to welcome Phoebe, Audrey, and Sydney into our St. Thomas Women's Basketball program," Sinn said. "These young women are great representations of what it means to chase comprehensive excellence. They are leaders in their communities and they lead with inclusion and passion. Their actions represent a commitment to the common good. These women will be wonderful stewards of our program. They are exceptional student athletes, who strive for excellence in all they do on the court, in the classroom, and in the community. I know they will be a great addition to our program and I look forward to working with them next year."
The Tommies received NCAA approval last July to make an unprecedented direct move of all of its varsity sports from non-scholarship NCAA Division III into Division I.
Starting in fall 2021, St. Thomas Women's Basketball will be among 19 sports competing in the Summit League. The Tommies will also have teams in the Pioneer Football League for football; its women's hockey team in the Women's Western Collegiate Hockey Association (WCHA); and its men's hockey team in the inaugural season of the Central Collegiate Hockey Association (CCHA).
Phoebe Frentzel – Arrowhead (Wis.) High
On school's highest academic honor list... was captain and led team in scoring and assists last basketball season en route to first-team all-conference honors… also has participated in varsity track and field… nominated for Senior Class President… was an executive board member in her school's National Honor Society…
Coach Sinn Comments:
"Phoebe is a perfect fit for Tommie Women's Basketball. She is an intelligent, determined, driven young woman who wants to maximize her potential. She is a multi-dimensional guard whose impact on the floor is impressive. Phoebe is a dynamic player who is a leader. I am excited for her to bring these attributes to our team and culture."
Audrey Hatfield – Hudson (Wis.) High
Academic all-conference... named team captain the past two years... named first team all-conference as a junior.
Coach Sinn Comments:
"Audrey is a player who brings all of herself to this great game. Her personality brings people together as she models hard work, physicality and a determination to be her best. I so enjoy watching her for you see her true love of the game and of her teammates. Her energy represents our "Be Purple" mantra. Welcome Audrey!"
Sydney Mitvalsky – Cedar Rapids (Iowa) Washington
On school's highest academic honor list... named team captain and MVP last basketball season… also named captain of cross country team… academic honor student… leader of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes… ambassador of the National Honor Society… former class Vice President… continuing school mentor… plays club hoops with All Iowa Attack.
Coach Sinn Comments:
"Sydney is a talented, dynamic offensive player whose love for the game is evident when she plays. She epitomizes our St. Thomas mission statement, 'All for the Common Good.' She is a true teammate in this great game of life and she shows it through her actions. We are so excited to welcome Sydney into our Tommie community as she represents the Tommie way."
