Track and Field / Cross Country Adds 27 Student-Athletes to 2024-25 Roster

MILWAUKEE – Marquette University Director of Track and Field and Cross Country Bert Rogers announced 27 student-athletes as the newest members of the track and field and cross country programs on Monday.

Ally Broaddus
Throws | Grand Rapids, Michigan
High School: Three-year letterwinner at Grand Rapids Catholic Central … Two-time state champion and two-time regional champion in the discus throw … Two-time all-conference selection … OK Scholar Athlete honoree … School record holder in the discus throw … Discus PR of 138'10 … Shot put PR of 37'5 … Weight throw PR of 33'11 … Also ran cross country and was member of the ski team.
Personal: Daughter of Katherine and Drew Broaddus … Father played football and ran track at Alma College … Has two brothers, Jacob and Sam … Plans to major in marketing.
Why Marquette: "There's so much to do in Milwaukee and the connections Marquette has provide great career opportunities."

Niels De Brouckere
Sprints | Naperville, Illinois
High School: Three-year letterwinner at Waubonsie Valley High School … 100m PR of 11.13 … 200m PR of 22.93 … 400m of 50.79.
Personal: Son of Jill Demers and Daan De Brouckere … Has one brother, Ian … Plans to major in biomedical science.
Why Marquette: "I chose to attend Marquette because of the biomedical science major. I want to go into the medical field but don't know exactly what I want to do, and the major leaves it open to different paths after undergrad."

Natalie Lupa
Hurdles & Sprints | Addison, Illinois
High School: Four-year letterwinner at Addison Trail High School … Three-time all-conference selection … Team captain senior year … Athlete of the year and track MVP senior year … 400m PR of 1:02 … 300h PR of 47.45 … Also ran cross country and soccer … Three-time all-conference selection in soccer.
Personal: Daughter of Monika and Sam Lupa … Has three siblings, Daniel, Sylvia, and Emilie … Plans to major in nursing.
Why Marquette: "I chose Marquette for the great nursing program and track team."

Thomas Zambianchi
Sprints | Glenview, Illinois
High School: Three-year letterwinner at Glenbrook South High School … All-state sophomore in the 4x100 … Four-time state qualifier in the 4x100 and 4x200 … Two-time sectional champion in the 4x100 … Four-time all-sectional selection … Four-time conference champion … Nine-time all-conference selection … School record holder in the 4x100 at 42.25 seconds senior year … 100m PR of 11.2 … 200m PR of 22.2.
Personal: Son of Art Zambianchi and Lauren Locke … Plans to major in digital media.
Why Marquette: "Marquette University held both an athletic and academic program that I deemed both healthy and appropriate for my personal growth. When it came to deciding on where I wanted to start my future, Marquette was on the top of my list to help accelerate me towards my future endeavors."

Libby McCarthy
Jumps | Onekama, Michigan
High School: Four-year letterwinner at Manistee High School … Team captain senior year … Manistee High School Female Athlete of the Year … Candiate for Detroit Free Press Athlete of the Year, West MI Conference Athlete of the Year and MHSAA Scholar Athlete Award … Girls track team conference champions in 2021, 2022, and 2023 … High jump regional champion in 2021 … 4x200 regional champion in 2022 … High jump PR of 5'3 … Long jump PR of 16'5.5" … 400m PR of 1:01.30 … Also played basketball, volleyball and soccer.
Personal: Daughter of Megan and Dennis McCarthy … Has three siblings, Colleen, Mairin, and Delaney … Sister Colleen played volleyball at Saint Mary's … Plans to major in business marketing.
Why Marquette: "I love the area of Milwaukee and how friendly the campus life and everyone in it is. Both the school and the track team seem like a very fun family that I can't wait to be a part of."

Ian Blom
Sprints | Green Bay, Wisconsin
High School: Four-year letterwinner at Notre Dame Academy … Three-time sprints team captain … First place finish junior year regionals in the 200m … First place finish at regional senior year in the 4x100 … Fifth place at sectionals in the 100m dash senior year … Also played football for three years … FRCC Offensive Back of the Year junior year … FRCC First-Team All-Conference junior and senior year.
Personal: Son of Amy and Jamie Blom … Has two siblings, Quinn and Isabel … Plans to major in biomedical science.
Why Marquette: "I chose Marquette because of the great athletic culture and history, for the great academics and dental school it has to offer."

John Moschella
Hurdles | Bradenton, Florida
High School: Three-year letterwinner at Out of Door Academy … FHSAA 1A state runner-up in the 400h … FHSAA 1A region 3 runner-up in 400h … Three-time FHSAA 1A district champion in 400h and 110h … Three-time Sarasota County runner-up in 400h and 110h … Two-time team MVP … First-team all-area … 110h PR of 15.64 … School record 400h PR of 55.80 … 100m PR of 11.63 … 200m PR of 23.27 … School record javelin throw at 30.66m … School record 4x400m of 3:28.49 … Also played football, hockey and lacrosse.
Personal: Son of Terry and Mike Moschella … Father ran track at Iowa … Plans to major in business.
Why Marquette: "I chose Marquette because of their excellent reputation as a university and as a track program. On my visit, Coach Rogers was very welcoming and knowledgeable. I also like the urban location of Marquette."

Vanessa Henderson
Cross Country / Distance | Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
High School: Four-year letterwinner at Wauwatosa West High School … Team captain senior year … Greater Metro Conference Scholar Athlete in 2022, 2023 and 2024 … Most Improved in 2023 … Third-team all-conference in 2023 and 2024 … Conference champion and first-team all-conference senior year … Runner-up at Greater Metro Conference Championship senior year … 4x400 split PR of 1:01.02 … 400m PR of 1:02.68 … 600m PR of 1:40.46 … 800m PR of 2:23.54 … Also ran cross country.
Personal: Daughter of Sabrina and Jae Henderson … Has one brother, Simon … Plans to major in communications and theology.
Why Marquette: "There is a lot of opportunity to grow in sports and in school while also having the right balance."

Russell Czerwinski
Jumps | Highland Park, Illinois
High School: Two-year letterwinner at Highland Park High School … Team MVP, sportsmanship award and all-state selection senior year … Conference champion in 2023 … School record high jump 6'6.75".
Personal: Son of Diane and Eric Czerwinski … Has three siblings, Taylor, Logan and Stasz … Plans to major in business.
Why Marquette: "I chose Marquette because I love the city of Milwaukee and it is close to home."

Isabelle Kissane
Sprints | Portland, Michigan
High School: Four-year letterwinner at Portland St. Patrick High School … Four-time all-state and academic all-state selection … 4x200 state champion in 2024 … 4x400 state runner-up in 2024 … regional champion in 2024 … state runner-up and regional champion in 2023 … Ran for Runner United … 4x200 and 4x400 Nike Outdoor Nationals Emerging Elite Champion in 2024 … 100m PR of 13.29 … 200m PR of 26.95 … 400m PR of 1:02.23 … 800m PR of 2:36.50.
Personal: Daughter of Ann and Michael Kissane … Plans to major in business.
Why Marquette: "I chose to attend Marquette University because of its location in the city of Milwaukee, its D1 athletics, and its Catholic identity."

Edgar Valles
Cross Country / Distance | El Paso, Texas
High School: Three-year letterwinner in cross country and track at Coronado High School … Three-time team captain … 6A All-District team … 6A cross country state and regional qualifier senior year … 6A cross country regional qualifier junior year … 6A track area qualifier junior year … 800m PR of 1:58 … 1600m PR of 4:26 … 3200m PR of 9:44 … 5k PR of 15:38.
Personal: Son of Myrna Armenta and Agustin Valles … Has one brother, Agustin … Plans to major in mechanical engineering.
Why Marquette: "I chose to attend Marquette because of its engineering program and the opportunity to compete for a D1 program."

Derek Huertas Torres
Cross Country / Distance | Bayamon, Puerto Rico
High School: Four-year letterwinner at the American Military Academy … Three-time Puerto Rico National Championship All-American … PRHSAA High School Coaches All-Sport First Team … Six-time PRHSAA regular season and championship meet winner in cross country … Three-time PRHSAA track and field regular season champion … Two-time PRHSAA championship meet winner … 800m PR of 1:58 … 1000m PR of 2:38 … 1500m PR of 4:08 … 3200m PR of 9:24 … 5km PR of 15:41 … 8k PR of 27:20 … Ran for Dream Team Puerto Rico AAU team … 1500m/3000m club all-American … Also played basketball.
Personal: Son of Marylin Torres and Gerardo Huertas … Has one sibling, Nailea … Plans to major in finance and business analytics.
Why Marquette: "Marquette University presented myself an outstanding opportunity to study and train at a high level inside a great community."

Sadie Kibelstis
Cross Country / Distance | Seattle, Washington
High School: Two-year letterwinner in track and cross country at Ballard High School … Cross country and track team captain … Metro All-League third team … Named track and field most improved player junior year … Received cross country coaches award inn 2022 … Cross country state qualifier in 2022 and 2023 … 5k PR of 19:29 … 1600m PR of 5:25 … 3200m PR of 11:41.
Personal: Daughter of Denni and John Kibelstis … Has two siblings, John and Rose … Plans to major in environmental science and history.
Why Marquette: "I chose Marquette because when I visited the University it felt really welcoming. Not only that but as someone with many different interests I liked how the staff not only allowed, but also encouraged me to look into a variety of subjects."

Matthew Ferrario
Pole Vault | Columbia, South Carolina
High School: Four-year letterwinner at Heathwood Hall … Jumps captain junior and senior year … School record holder in the pole vault at 14ft … State runner-up in pole vault.
Personal: Son of Rachel and Michael Ferrario … Has one brother, Mitch … Plans to major in international affairs.
Why Marquette: "I chose Marquette because of the great athletic tradition, beautiful campus and a very positive and welcoming community."

Katina Maclin
Throws | Milwaukee, Wisconsin
High School: Three-year letterwinner at Nicolet Union High School … NUHS junior and senior Female Field Athlete of the Year … Team captain junior and senior year … Two-time regional and indoor state qualifier … Wisconsin Girls state Track and Field Weekly Honor Roll honoree … Team First and Knight Pride award recipient … Also played basketball.
Personal: Daughter of Tracy Williams … Mother played basketball at Ohio University and Northern Illinois … Has three siblings, Eric, Justin and Maya … Plans to major in business.
Why Marquette: "I chose to attend Marquette University due to my faith, family, rigorous academics and athletic opportunities. I believe this is the college in which I have been led to through God."

Alika Lugo
Sprints | Chicago, Illinois
High School: Three-year letterwinner at Latin School of Chicago … Two-time team captain … School record holder in the 400m and 4x100m … Five-time all-sectional selection … Four-time all-conference selection … Voted track team MVP in 2023 and 2024 … Latin School Outstanding Senior Athlete Award in 2024 … Also played soccer and basketball.
Personal: Son of Antonio Lugo and Sarah Inciong … Father played baseball at Bradley University … Has one brother, Kainoa … Plans to major in business.
Why Marquette: "The sense of community at Marquette attracted me from the first time I stepped on campus. The opportunity for great academic and athletic involvements within the school made it the ideal choice for me, all while being located in a great city."

Sanai Baker
Hurdles/Sprints | Old Saybrook, Connecticut
High School: Four-year letterwinner at Old Saybrook High School … Team captain senior year … Three-time first team all-conference selection … three-time all-state selection … Two-time All-New England selection … Two-time all-american in track … Ram Spirit Sportsmanship award recipient … Third in school history with a 100m PR of 12.68 … Second in school history with a 200m PR of 26.59 … Ninth in school history with a 100h PR of 16.34 … School record in the 4x100 at 48.16 … Also played basketball … Two-time basketball defensive player of the year.
Personal: Daughter of Shawne and Vin Baker … Father played basketball at University of Hartford, 15 seasons in the NBA, and is currently an assistant coach with the Milwaukee Bucks … Has three siblings, Vin Baker Jr., Kameron, and Aria … Brother Vin Baker Jr. played basketball at Boston College and Milwaukee … Plans to major in business.
Why Marquette: "With my dad being an assistant coach for the Milwaukee Bucks, I've always heard about players that may have been alumni or even other coaches that attended the school who all said great things about the school but being from Connecticut running at Marquette did not always seem attainable to me but eventually I began looking into it myself. My interest continued growing from there. I researched and finally toured and met Coach Rogers and some of the team which made the school feel welcoming and like a great fit for me."

Olivia Verden
Hurdles | Lake Zurich, Illinois
High School: Four-year letterwinner at Lake Zurich High School … Hurdle captain junior and senior year … Six-time conference champion … 12 Sport Athlete Award … 100 and 200 point club for track … School record 100h PR of 15.18 … 300h PR of 46.16 … Also did gymnastics and cheerleading.
Personal: Daughter of Matthew Verden and Megan Kerr … Has one brother, Nicholas … Plans to major in psychology.
Why Marquette: "When I visited I thought the campus was beautiful and all of the staff and people I talked to were incredibly nice. I knew Marquette was a great school for academics and athletics. I also thought Coach Rogers seemed like a great coach and I wanted to be a part of the track program."

Charlie Smith
Throws | Plymouth, Minnesota
High School: Four-year letterwinner at Wayzata High School … All-conference selection … Two-time state qualifier in discus throw … True Team State Champion … Two-time True Team state runner-up … Four-time conference champion … Shot put PR of 48'11.5" … Discus PR of 150'11".
Personal: Son of Amy and Robb Smith … Father played football at Allegheny College … Has one brother, Jack … Plans to major in civil engineering.
Why Marquette: "I chose to attend Marquette University because I loved the feel of the campus on my visit and I get to have an opportunity to compete in track and field."

Olivia Campbell
Cross Country / Distance | Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin
High School: Four-year letterwinner in track and cross country at Divine Savior Holy Angels High School … Team co-captain senior year in cross country and track … Junior and Senior Scholar Athlete award in track and cross country in 2022-23 and 2023-24 … Academic all-state in 2022 … Coaches award in track in 2022 … Freshman award in track in 2021 … Most valuable award in cross country in 2021 … Track regional champion in 2021 … Cross country state qualifier … Three-time track state qualifier … 5k PR of 19:27 … 3200, PR of 11:59.26 … 1600m PR of 5:33.25 … 800m PR of 2:32.01 … 400m PR of 1:02.99 … School record holder in the indoor 4x800.
Personal: Daughter of Kathie and Scott Campbell … Has three siblings, Ethan, Owen and Elliot … Plans to major in biomedical sciences on the pre-dental track.
Why Marquette: "I chose to attend Marquette University because I value their mission and want to continue it as a student on campus. Marquette has so much to offer from academics to athletics and I cannot wait to explore it all. I know that I will be walking into a strong and caring community that will help me along my journey at Marquette. I also hope to continue building my faith surrounded by a strong faith community and continuing to serve others. I am so excited to begin my Marquette journey this fall!"

Ethan Aidoo
Cross Country / Distance | Terre Haute, Indiana
High School: Four-year letterwinner at Terre Haute South High School … Two-time AAU Indiana state and regional track champion … Seven-time USATF Indiana state track champion … Three-time USATF All-American … Three-time USATF regional track champion … Two-time all-conference selection in cross country … Six-time IHSAA all-state in track … Indiana Track All-Star junior and senior year … 400m PR off 50.48 … 800m PR of 1:53.24 … 1600m PR of 4:13.39 … 3200m PR of 9:13.53 … 5k PR of 16:08.4 … Also did swimming and ran cross country.
Personal: Son of Tina and John Aidoo … Has one sister, Elsie … Plans to major in biomedical sciences or physical therapy.
Why Marquette: "Through my visits at the school, I learned that Marquette offers medium-sized classes, strong academic support and resources, offers the best individual attention from professors, and I like their athletics program."

Titus Konley
Cross Country / Distance | Waukesha, Wisconsin
High School: Two-year letterwinner in track and cross country at Lake Country Lutheran High School … Team won 2023 cross country sectional championship … Most improved in track in 2023 … School record in the 800m at 1:57.4 … 400m PR of 53 seconds … Mile PR of 4:44 … 5k PR of 18:06.
Personal: Son of Dean Konley and Virginia DeYoung-Sorenson … Has six siblings, Levi, Haven, Aj, Ernie, Ellie and Zachary … Plans to major in mechanical engineering.
Why Marquette: "I chose Marquette because it is a Christian school close to home. It has an excellent mechanical engineering program and a running program I can be competitive in."

Maggie Olejnik
Jumps | Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin
Prior to Marquette: Transferred to Marquette from University of St. Thomas … Four-year letterwinner in track … Three-time Summit League Academic Honor Roll selection … Two-time Summit League Commissioner's List of Academic Excellence honor … Four-year letterwinner at Hamilton High School … Team captain and MVP senior year.
Personal: Daughter of Amy and Tom Olejnik … Mother ran track at Milwaukee … Father played baseball at Milwaukee … Has two siblings, Ty and Claire … Brother Ty played baseball at Milwaukee … Pursuing master's in sports and exercise analytics.
Why Marquette: "I chose Marquette because it has an amazing Sports Analytics program that I want to be part of, as well as being close to home so I can attend the school that my mom and sister both attended and I have cheered for my entire life."

Frankie A. McGee
Sprints | Chicago, Illinois
High School: Two-year letterwinner in track at Providence St. Mel High School … Team captain senior year … Most valuable runner junior and senior year … Best Sportsmanship award in 2022-23 … Finished third at state in the 400m in 2024 … Also qualified for state in the 100m and 200m … 200m PR off 22.73 … 400m PR of 49.79 … 400m and 200m U.S. Junior Olympic qualifier in 2024 … Also played tennis and basketball … Most valuable player in basketball sophomore year.
Personal: Son of Dr. Summer Ewing and Terrence Ewing … Has two brothers, Ryan and Alexander … Plans to major in international business.
Why Marquette: "My primary reason for choosing Marquette is for the outstanding academic preparation that I would receive and for the preparation in becoming a professional global citizen. Along with the exceptional programs in business, I wanted to be in an environment where there was an emphasis on values driven in faith, service and the opportunity to become a member of a community where the campus culture was inviting and provided an ecosystem of support for my personal, spiritual and professional growth. I found in Marquette faculty and staff the all-around support to further develop me as a well-rounded student-athlete allowing me the opportunity to experience both academic and athletic development at the highest level."

Hannah McVey
Hurdles | Davenport, Iowa
High School: Four-year letterwinner at Pleasant Valley High School … Team captain senior year … 2024 Iowa 4A State Champion … Conference champion in the 400h junior and senior year … Runner-up in state qualifier in 2022 and 2023 … 10-time state qualifier … State medalist in the 400h and shuttle hurdle relay .. Four-time academic all-conference selection … Four-time all-conference and all-district selection … 2024 IHSAA Bernie Saggau Award winner … 400h PR of 1:06.05 … 100h PR of 15.89 … 400m PR of 1:00.0 … Long jump PR of 16'9" … Also did cheer.
Personal: Daughter of Anne and Tom McVey … Mother ran cross country and track at San Diego … Has two siblings, Sarah and Elizabeth … Plans to major in business.
Why Marquette: "The atmosphere of the school and people when I visited was so positive."

William Waterstradt
Hurdles | Green Bay, Wisconsin
Prior to Marquette: Ran unattached as a student at Northern Michigan … Four-year letterwinner at De Pere High School … Team captain and Baker Award winner senior year … Sectional and regional champion in the 110h senior year … 14.82 110h PR.
Personal: Son of Addie and Matt Waterstradt … Has one sister, Sophie.
Why Marquette: "I wanted a university that is a universally respected school where I can achieve my dreams of getting a degree and running track."

Annie Driscoll
Sprints | Orland Park, Illinois
High School: Three-year letterwinner at Carl Sandburg High School … IHSA track state qualifier in 2024 … Also played basketball and did swimming … Regional champion in basketball in 2024 … Swim sectional team champion in 2022 … IHSA state qualifier in swimming in 2022 and 2023.
Personal: Daughter of Donna and Rich Driscoll … Has two siblings, Ellie and Joey.
Why Marquette: "I choose Marquette because I love the sense of community, support and the great academics offered."

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