PHILADELPHIA – The University of Pennsylvania's Lois S. Leitner Head Coach of Women's Lacrosse, Karin Brower, announced the nine members of the program's Class of 2029.
 
Millie Bartlett, Maya Farnan, Quinny Handley, Emma Hrzich, Avery Le, Olivia Nicoll, Sydney Patten, Peyton Phillips, and Mary Sack will join the returning players for Penn for the 2026 season.
 
The Class of 2029 is made up of five midfielders, two attackers, a defender, and one goalkeeper.
 
Millie Bartlett
San Francisco, Calif. | St. Ignatius College Preparatory
5-4 | Midfield
 
High School: Played varsity lacrosse all four years at St. Ignatius Preparatory … Served as captain her senior year … Team won the Central Coast Section California Championship in 2022, 23, and 24 … Earned USA Lacrosse All-America honors in 2024 and 25 … Landed West Bay Athletic League Lacrosse Midfielder of the Year in 2025 … Ended her career hitting the 200-point mark … Honor Roll student at St. Ignatius … Wildcat Nation vice president.
Personal: Enrolled in the Wharton School … Cousin, Owen, plays water polo at Johns Hopkins … Cousin, Quinn, plays water polo at Navy.
Why Penn? "I chose Penn for its strong academics and lacrosse program, in addition to an amazing team culture that I cannot wait to be a part of."
Coach Brower on Millie: "Millie comes to us from California, and we couldn't be more excited to have her join Penn. She is a perfect fit for our program, bringing a relentless work ethic and dynamic skill. On the attack, her ability to dodge and step down to the net makes her a constant scoring threat. Combined with her endurance and high lacrosse IQ, Millie is the definition of a true college midfielder."
 
Maya Farnan
Westhampton, N.Y. | Westhampton Beach
5-5 | Goalkeeper
 
High School: Played lacrosse all four years at Westhampton Beach High School … Team won the Suffolk County and Long Island Championships … Named All-County during the 2022, 23, 24, and 25 seasons … Earned All-America honors in 2024 and 25 … All-time saves leader at Westhampton with 554 saves … Four-time member of the Principal's Honor Roll … National honor society member.
Personal: Enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Why Penn? "Penn felt like home and made me excited to want to continue my career and pursue advanced academics."
Coach Brower on Maya: "Maya is a tremendous goalie with quick hands and impressive athleticism that shows both in and out of the crease. She comes from one of the top club programs in the country and was a standout all summer long. Maya brings a strong presence in the net and will provide us with valuable depth and options at the goalie position."
 
Quinny Handley
Lake Oswego, Ore. | Jesuit
5-9 | Midfield
 
High School: Four-year varsity letterwinner at Jesuit High School … Two-year captain for her team … Team won the Oregon State Championship and Metro League Championship in the 2022, 23, 24, and 25 seasons … USA Lacrosse All-American in 2024 and 25 … USA Lacrosse Academic All-American … Metro League Player of the Year … First Team All-State and All-League in 2024 and 25 … Named State Championship MVP … Earned Honor Roll all four years at Jesuit High School … Two-year National Hon or Society member.
Personal: Enrolled in the Wharton School … Brother, Sam, played lacrosse at Penn.
Why Penn? "Penn offers an excellent combination of rigorous academics and elite lacrosse. I know I will be pushed to work hard and become my best self in the classroom and on the field. I will be surrounded by amazing teammates who made me feel at home the instant I met them."
Coach Brower on Quinny: "Quinny joins us from Oregon, following in the footsteps of her brother, Sam Handley, a standout in Penn's men's lacrosse program. With her height and power, she brings a strong presence on the attacking end. Quinn has a rocket of a shot, paired with soft hands on the inside, making her a versatile scoring threat. We're excited to see how she thrives within our system and makes an impact on our offense."
 
Emma Hrzich
Boca Raton, Fla. | American Heritage
5-5 | Attack
 
High School: Four-year varsity lacrosse player at American Heritage High School … Named captain her senior season … School won District and Regional Championships in 2022, 23, 24, and 25 … Team won State Championship in 2023 and 24 … State runner ups in 2022 and 25 … 2025 USA Lacrosse All-American … First Team All-County, All-District, and All-Region in 2024 and 25 … 2025 Plam Beach Player of the Year in 2025 … 2024 Academic All-American … Added to 2024 All-America Watch List … 2024 First Team All-Tournament … 2023 First Team All-District … 2022 and 23 Second Team All-Region and All-County … Member of the National Honor Society, National Spanish Honor Society, and National English Society at American Heritage High School.
Personal: Enrolled in College of Arts and Sciences … Dad, JJ, played baseball and football at CW Post … Cousin, Delaney, played lacrosse at Marist and Richmond … Cousin, Juliana, plays lacrosse at Richmond.
Why Penn? "Penn has everything I was looking for in both athletics and academics. The lacrosse team is incredible, and my teammates already feel like family. The coaches are supportive and push me to reach my full potential. I also love the city and the welcoming atmosphere on campus. It felt like home from my first visit. The school also provides a strong academic foundation."
Coach Brower on Emma: "Emma has tremendous vision at the X and thrives as a playmaker. She loves to facilitate the offense and can attack effectively to both her left and right. With great hands and the ability to finish on the inside, Emma is a versatile offensive threat. We're excited to see her contribute and grow at the college level."
 
Avery Le
Newton Square, Pa. | Episcopal Academy
5-7 | Midfield
 
High School: Lettered all four years at Episcopal Academy in lacrosse and soccer … Team won the Inter-Ac League Championship during the 2022, 23, 24, and 25 seasons … Helped lead team to PAISSA State Championship in 2024 … Two-time Academic All-American … Two-time All-League selection.
Personal: Enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Why Penn? "I chose Penn because of the great balance between top-tier academics and competitive athletics, all while being in a great city."
Coach Brower on Avery: "Avery is a hometown standout that we were fortunate to keep here in Pennsylvania. Coming from Episcopal Academy, which finished the season ranked #1 nationally, she brings a true championship mentality. Avery's high lacrosse IQ and tremendous hands make her a dynamic offensive threat. A natural lefty, she excels at catching and finishing in tight spaces and is quick off the dodge to the net. With her endurance and versatility, Avery has the tools to make an immediate impact in the midfield for us."
 
Olivia Nicoll
Montclair, N.J. | Montclair
5-5 | Attack
 
High School: Played varsity lacrosse and soccer at Montclair High School … Was captain of her lacrosse team … Soccer team won varsity soccer state group 4 championship … Lacrosse Academic All-American in 2024 and 25 … National Jr Honor Society member at Montclair High School.
Personal: Enrolled in the Wharton School.
Why Penn? "The team culture is unlike any other, and the academics are unparalleled."
Coach Brower on Olivia: "Olivia is an exciting attacker who will bring immediate energy to our offense. With a quick first step, she can get to the goal with ease, while her vision and ability to feed make her a dual threat. A natural lefty, Olivia is especially dangerous at the X, and we are eager to see the impact she'll have on our attack."

Sydney Patten
New Canaan, Conn. | New Canaan
5-7 | Midfield
 
High School: four-year varsity lacrosse and soccer player at New Canaan High School … Team won the 2022 and 24 Class LL State and FCIAC Championships … 2025 All-American … Named Connecticut Top-25 High School Player To Watch … 2025 All-State Academic … 2024 and 25 First Team All-State and All-FCIAC … 2023 Second Team All-FCIAC … Soccer team won 2025 Class L State and FCIAC Championships … Named 2025 MVP at FCIAC Championship … 2022, 23, 24, and 25 First Team All-FCIAC … 2024 and 25 First Team All-State … Earned High Honor Roll at New Canaan High School … National Honor Society member.
Personal: Enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences … Sister, Kendall played soccer at Fairfield … Sister, Dilyn plays lacrosse at Cornell.
Why Penn? "I chose Penn because of its exceptional balance of athletics and academics, the welcoming community the school offers, and the close-knit culture within the team."
Coach Brower on Sydney: "Sydney is a consistent and competitive two-way midfielder who brings energy and toughness to every play. No stranger to the Ivy League, she'll add a unique family rivalry as she competes against her sister at Cornell. Sydney's quick acceleration and relentless competitive level make her a force all over the field. With her versatility and drive, we expect her to play a key role in strengthening our midfield after graduating several impact players last season."
 
Peyton Phillips
East Setauket, N.Y. | Ward Melville
5-0 | Defender
 
High School: Played varsity lacrosse and field hockey all four years at Ward Melville High School … Team captain her senior year for both teams … Team won county and league lacrosse championships during the 2024 season … Lacrosse team county runner ups her senior year … Named Academic All-American in 2025 … 2025 HS NYSSWA First Team All-Star … 2025 Newsday Top-100 Players … Earned All-Division in 2023 and 24 … 2025 Suffolk County Offensive Player of the Year for field hockey … 2025 NFHCA All-Region … Named Top-40 player in the Northeast in 2025 … Earned All-State during 2024 and 25 campaigns … 2023 All-County … 2022 All-Division … Ward Melville Athlete of the Year … Ward Melville Outstanding Senior Athlete … Member of the Student-Athlete Leadership Team and Honot Society at Ward Melville High School.
Personal: Enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Why Penn? "I chose Penn because of the amazing combination of high-level lacrosse and exceptional academics. I want the chance to compete and win Ivy League Championships and do it with teammates who will become lifelong friends."
Coach Brower on Peyton: "Peyton may be small in stature, but she plays huge on the field. An aggressive, physical defender, she was a true takeaway presence in high school. Peyton's outstanding defensive IQ and strong communication skills allow her to organize and elevate the entire unit. We're excited to see her take her game to the next level in college and make an immediate impact on our defense."
 
Mary Sack
Rye, N.Y. | Rye
5-8 | Midfield
 
High School: Four-year varsity starter in lacrosse and soccer at Rye High School … Captain of both teams her senior year … 2022, 23, 24, and 25 League Champion … 2023 and 25 Section 1 Champion runner up … 2024 New York State Class C Regional Champion … 2024 and 25 USA Lacrosse All-American … 2023, 24, and 25 All-League … 2024 and 25 First Team All-Selection … 2023 Second Team All-Section … Soccer team won League and New York State Regional championships in 2023 and 24 …. 2024 Rye Recognition of Excellence Award for Outstanding Athletic Achievement … National Honor Society member at Rye High School.
Personal: Enrolled in the School of Arts and Sciences.
Why Penn? "I chose the University of Pennsylvania because of its outstanding academics and elite athletics. Right when I stepped foot on campus, I felt at home due to the welcoming and tight-knit team culture. I am so excited for the opportunity to immerse myself in such an amazing and passionate environment."
Coach Brower on Mary: "Mary is an exceptional midfielder who dominates on both ends of the field. She combines power and strength to get to the cage, but what truly sets her apart is her lacrosse IQ and unwavering confidence. We believe Mary has the tools to make an immediate impact as a freshman."