The Lady Vols are looking to build off a 2023 campaign in which UT went 9-7-4, playing No. 18 Kentucky and No. 5 South Carolina to draws during the regular season and defeating No. 17 Xavier in double overtime on the road in the NCAA Tournament to advance to the NCAA Second Round for the 10th time in program history.
“We are extremely excited to welcome our 2024 class to Rocky Top! These 18 individuals bring exceptional talent and depth to bolster our current roster. Our eight transfers bring valuable experience and a passion for winning to our program,” said Kirt.
“Our 10 incoming freshmen have been anxious to step on campus since deciding to become Lady Vols. They have already become a close-knit group and are counting the days until arriving on Rocky Top in July. All 10 are ferocious competitors who possess the ability to make an immediate impact on the field this fall. Collectively, this group is talented, driven and fit seamlessly into our team on and off the field, and we couldn’t be any more excited for them to join our current players on campus this summer!”
Nyla Blue
D | Knoxville, Tenn.
A Knoxville native, Blue led Bearden High School to three consecutive state championships and finished her high school career with a record of 88-1-2. A two-time All-State and four-time All-Region and All-District nominee, Blue spent her freshman season at Girls Preparatory School before arriving at Bearden for her final three seasons. She served as captain during her senior campaign and earned 2023 High School All-America honors. A participant in the 2023 Girls All-America Game, she earned Best XI and Co-MVP honors. Other 2023 accolades include: TSWA First Team All-State, 5 Star Preps Co-Player of the Year, Sports Illustrated Top 21 Top High School Players in the Nation, USA Today Preseason Player to Watch, and United Soccer Coaches All-South Team. She plays club for FC Alliance ECNL, serving as captain all four…
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