November 12, 2026 | Women's Soccer
IRVINE, Calif. --- UC Irvine women's soccer's National Signing Day for the 2027 season kicked off with a fierce class of six newcomers from all parts of California and another top addition from England.
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Ella Cochon | MidfielderΒ - "Ella is an excellent technician and does a great job keeping the ball in the middle of the pitch and connecting the game in all directions.Β I'm excited to see her play with her big sis." - head coach Scott Juniper
"I'm thrilled and grateful to join UCI's women's soccer program and become an anteater. I chose UCI because of its beautiful campus, high academic standards, and successful soccer program. I'm so excited to challenge myself as a player and as a student in this new environment!"Β - Ella Cochon
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Gabby Connor | MidfielderΒ - "Gabby is a strong leader on her current team.Β She can impact the game physically and has a sharp competitive spirit.Β She is equally likely to show up in the opponent's six yard box to grab the winner as she is sliding back through her own with a game saving block."Β - head coach Scott Juniper
"I love the school, academic standards, and the coaching staff!" - Gabby Connor
Taylor Dallin | ForwardΒ - "Taylor is a player we have known for a long time.Β She is such a well-rounded player she can play in a number of positions although wide in the midfield or in the back line will be where she makes her early impact."Β - head coach Scott Juniper
"Choosing UC Irvine and becoming part of its soccer program is more than just a commitment to a university, it's the beginning of a dream I've worked toward for years. I'm so grateful for the opportunity to continue growing as a student-athlete, challenge myself, and represent a program that I'm proud to get to call home. I can't wait to see what the future holds, and I'm ready to give everything I have to this next chapter." - Taylor Dallin
Zoe Delgado | MidfielderΒ - "Zoe is an exciting talent with a lot of pace and an ability to break lines in the attacking third.Β She can play on both sides of the pitch and will cause a lot of problems." - head coach Scott Juniper
"The coaches are so encouraging and there is so much talent in this program." - Zoe Delgado
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Carla Gardiner-Garcia | ForwardΒ - "Carla is a top attacking talent who can play on either side of the pitch, through the middle or as a number 10.Β She has experience playing at the highest levels of the game with Chelsea FC in England and she will be a really popular player to watch." - head coach Scott Juniper
"I'm keen to make an impact straight away at UCI and hopefully help them to Silverware next season!Β I was particularly drawn to UCI as the coaching staff are great; Scott, PJ, and Wendy were so warm and welcoming. In particular I liked coach Juniper's real attention to detail and coaching ethos to continually try and improve players and develop a team bond. I want to continue to learn and improve as a player and person with a growth mindset, and I'm determined to turn professional once I graduate from UC Irvine with a degree. UCI is ideally placed in Orange County near Newport Beach with a great climate for soccer all year round, and a fabulous quality of life. The campus is amazing, and the sports and colleges facilities outstanding.Β I can't wait to start my studies and soccer career at UCI." - Carla Gardiner-Garcia
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Mia Knox | ForwardΒ - "Mia will slot into our style of play really well.Β She is great on the ball and can drive past players in possession and show up in dangerous areas at the right times."Β - head coach Scott Juniper
"I felt an immediate connection with the team and coaches, and I knew that it would be my second home." - Mia Knox
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| Student-Athlete | Year | Position | Hometown | Previous School(s) |
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| Ella Cochon | Fr. | Midfielder | Elk Grove, Calif. | Franklin HS | Bay Area Surf ECNL |
| Gabby Connor | Fr. | Midfielder | San Diego, Calif. | Granite Hills HS | Legends FC Del Mar |
| Taylor Dallin | Fr. | Forward | Menifee, Calif. | Liberty HS | Legends FC |
| Zoe Delgado | Fr. | Midfielder | San Diego, Calif. | Del Norte HS | Legends FC Del Mar |
| Carla Gardiner-Garcia | Fr. | Forward | Lancaster, England | Chelsea FC |
| Mia Knox | Fr. | Forward | Newport Beach, Calif. | Newport Harbor HS | Pateadores |
Ella Cochon | MidfielderΒ - "Ella is an excellent technician and does a great job keeping the ball in the middle of the pitch and connecting the game in all directions.Β I'm excited to see her play with her big sis." - head coach Scott Juniper
"I'm thrilled and grateful to join UCI's women's soccer program and become an anteater. I chose UCI because of its beautiful campus, high academic standards, and successful soccer program. I'm so excited to challenge myself as a player and as a student in this new environment!"Β - Ella Cochon
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Gabby Connor | MidfielderΒ - "Gabby is a strong leader on her current team.Β She can impact the game physically and has a sharp competitive spirit.Β She is equally likely to show up in the opponent's six yard box to grab the winner as she is sliding back through her own with a game saving block."Β - head coach Scott Juniper
"I love the school, academic standards, and the coaching staff!" - Gabby Connor
Taylor Dallin | ForwardΒ - "Taylor is a player we have known for a long time.Β She is such a well-rounded player she can play in a number of positions although wide in the midfield or in the back line will be where she makes her early impact."Β - head coach Scott Juniper
"Choosing UC Irvine and becoming part of its soccer program is more than just a commitment to a university, it's the beginning of a dream I've worked toward for years. I'm so grateful for the opportunity to continue growing as a student-athlete, challenge myself, and represent a program that I'm proud to get to call home. I can't wait to see what the future holds, and I'm ready to give everything I have to this next chapter." - Taylor Dallin
Zoe Delgado | MidfielderΒ - "Zoe is an exciting talent with a lot of pace and an ability to break lines in the attacking third.Β She can play on both sides of the pitch and will cause a lot of problems." - head coach Scott Juniper
"The coaches are so encouraging and there is so much talent in this program." - Zoe Delgado
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Carla Gardiner-Garcia | ForwardΒ - "Carla is a top attacking talent who can play on either side of the pitch, through the middle or as a number 10.Β She has experience playing at the highest levels of the game with Chelsea FC in England and she will be a really popular player to watch." - head coach Scott Juniper
"I'm keen to make an impact straight away at UCI and hopefully help them to Silverware next season!Β I was particularly drawn to UCI as the coaching staff are great; Scott, PJ, and Wendy were so warm and welcoming. In particular I liked coach Juniper's real attention to detail and coaching ethos to continually try and improve players and develop a team bond. I want to continue to learn and improve as a player and person with a growth mindset, and I'm determined to turn professional once I graduate from UC Irvine with a degree. UCI is ideally placed in Orange County near Newport Beach with a great climate for soccer all year round, and a fabulous quality of life. The campus is amazing, and the sports and colleges facilities outstanding.Β I can't wait to start my studies and soccer career at UCI." - Carla Gardiner-Garcia
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Mia Knox | ForwardΒ - "Mia will slot into our style of play really well.Β She is great on the ball and can drive past players in possession and show up in dangerous areas at the right times."Β - head coach Scott Juniper
"I felt an immediate connection with the team and coaches, and I knew that it would be my second home." - Mia Knox
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