STANDISH, Maine – Saint Joseph's College Women's Basketball Head Coach Dr. Christopher Woodside is pleased to announce the 2025 Women's Basketball incoming recruiting class.
The women's basketball class of 2029 features a talented group of student-athletes from championship-level programs, with three newcomers having won state titles in various sports. The Saint Joseph's College women's basketball team finished the 2024–25 season with a 21-7 overall record, going 14-3 in GNAC play and advancing to the conference semifinals. The Monks averaged 69.4 points per game, outscored opponents by over 13 points per contest, and posted a .409 team field goal percentage.
This class marks the beginning of a new era for the program, as Dr. Woodside takes the reins following the retirement of legendary head coach Mike McDevitt. The winningest coach in SJC women's basketball history, McDevitt led the Monks for 32 seasons and guided the program to 667 wins and fourteen national tournament appearances.
"I'm very excited about this incoming group of student-athletes," said Coach Woodside. "They all come from very successful programs and all have seen success in multiple sports, with three winning state championships in various sports. I believe that success is a mindset, and coming from winning programs these young women already know the hard work and dedication it takes to succeed. I have no doubt they will contribute to our success on and off the court this upcoming year."
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Emily Adams
Major: Nursing
HT: 5-9
Bangor, Maine / Bangor High School
Why Saint Joseph's? I chose Saint Joseph's College because of the tight-knit community, the chance to continue to play basketball, as well as the excellent nursing program.
High School: Played varsity basketball, soccer, and softball at Bangor High School…earned Class AA North All-Star Honorable Mention in basketball as a junior and senior…KVAC All-Academic honors in basketball and soccer in 2024–2025…member of the 2024 Class A State Champion soccer team…graduated with high honors all four years…member of the National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society, and Rho Kappa…volunteered at the Maine Veterans Home, supported Bangor's unified basketball team, worked at Northern Light Hospital, and mentored first-grade students.
Personal: Emily Elizabeth Adams, daughter of Tammy and Kevin Adams, sister to Jordan Knappe
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Lily Bean
Major: Nursing
HT: 5-8
Ellsworth, Maine / Ellsworth High School
Why Saint Joseph's? I chose Saint Joseph's because of their amazing nursing program while still being able to play a sport I love.
High School: Played varsity basketball and soccer at Ellsworth High School…helped her soccer team win Northern Maine and led her basketball team to a Northern Maine title and a State Championship…also a Northern Maine runner-up…honorable mention for Big East and earned PVC All-Academic Team recognition…played for Maine React AAU…graduated with Highest Honors all four years…member of both National Honor Society and National Technical Honor Society…attended a technical school and earned certifications related to nursing.…volunteered at basketball camps, Little League softball, and as a U8 indoor soccer coach…gave back through National Honor Society food pantry efforts and community service projects.
Personal: Lily Christena Bean, daughter of Susan and Ron Bean, sister to Caitlin and Josh Bean
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Layla Facchiano
Major: Business
HT: 5-6
Auburn, Maine / Edward Little High School
Why Saint Joseph's? I chose Saint Joe's because of how inclusive the team was and the efforts made on the coaches' part in the recruiting process. The team has a good reputation that I would love to be a part of. Additionally, how the campus felt and the tight-knit community really stood out to me.
High School: Played varsity basketball at Edward Little High School…competed with AAU programs MBC, Thunder, and Team Gorilla…highlighted on NCSA…volunteered with Auburn Rec as a summer camp counselor, participated in community service days through school, supported Eddie's Basketball Camp, and helped host AAU tournaments at Edward Little.
Personal: Layla Ann Facchiano, daughter of Anthony Facchiano and Erica West.
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Izzy Orlando
Major: Exercise Science with a Pre-Physical Therapy Track
HT: 5-10
Freeport, Maine / Freeport High School
Why Saint Joseph's? I chose Saint Joe's because it has a close community, and I liked how connected everyone seemed when I visited. The basketball team felt like a group that really supports each other like a family, and that mattered to me. I've also always liked the campus—it's really pretty and being by the water is something I love.
High School: Four-year varsity basketball and lacrosse player at Freeport High School…won two regional titles and one state championship in lacrosse…ranked #14 in Maine's Class of 2025 by Maine Ballers and #11 among New England power forwards by Prep Girls Hoops…selected for Top 30 Camp…won multiple AAU titles including several Zero Gravity State Championships with MBC National and Thunder……ran Freeport basketball summer camps for three years, worked clocks and admissions at tournaments for four years, and created a clothing donation event for her senior project
Personal: Isabelle "Izzy" Orlando, daughter of Laurie and Joe Orlando.
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