By: Clint Neumann
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – University of Sioux Falls Women's Soccer and head coach Joe DeMay are excited to announce nine additions to the Cougar family as part of the 2026 recruiting class. The newest Cougars — Lilly DeRosier (Brainerd, Minn.), Maren Hayward (Casper, Wyo.), Madison "Maddie" Ingalls (Sioux Falls, S.D.), Hailey Kauffman (Sioux Falls, S.D.), Lily Tadlock (Sioux Falls, S.D.), Peyton Pearson (Sioux Falls, S.D.), Brooke Beardsley (Lakeville, Minn.), Dillan Reardon (Lake Elmo, Minn.), and Claire Anderson (Blair, Neb.) — bring a strong mix of speed, athleticism, and creativity to a Cougar roster continuing to grow within the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference.
"We're thrilled about this class and what each of these young women will bring to our program," said head coach Joe DeMay. "This group checks every box we were targeting — competitiveness, athleticism, and an ability to impact both sides of the ball. They're talented players and even better people who fit the culture we're continuing to build here at USF."
Lilly DeRosier | Forward | 5'4" | Brainerd, Minn. | Brainerd High School | CMYSA
DeRosier arrives from Brainerd High School, where she excelled as a multi-year All-Conference honoree and team captain. She tallied 50 career goals while earning accolades including Most Valuable Player, Playmaker of the Year, and Warrior Award, leading Brainerd to back-to-back Central Lakes Conference Championships. Off the field, she's a National Honor Society member, Student Council leader, and active volunteer with more than 100 hours of community service.
"Lilly brings a great combination of speed to run in behind defenses and skill in tight spaces to escape pressure to create her shot in and around the penalty area," said DeMay. "She has a nose for goal and a relentless work rate that will add to our threat in the front third and our ability to press the opposition to regain the ball as high up the field as possible."
Maren Hayward | Forward/Midfielder | 5'7" | Casper, Wyo. | Kelly Walsh High School | Cheyenne Sting Elite / Wyoming ODP
A standout at Kelly Walsh High School, Hayward was named 4A First Team All-State, 4A West Midfielder of the Year, and All-Conference after leading her team in points and assists during back-to-back state finals appearances. She's a National and Spanish Honor Society member and volunteers for The Arc of Natrona County, a local nonprofit serving individuals with special needs.
"Maren is a creator and scorer in equal measure, which will add more diversity to our attacking play," said DeMay. "She is comfortable anywhere in the front line and can drop into midfield to find more space to get on the ball, facing forward to set up teammates for scoring chances. She has a combination of speed and power that will complement the returning players we have and the others in her class."
Madison "Maddie" Ingalls | Midfielder | 5'5" | Sioux Falls, S.D. | Jefferson High School | Dakota Alliance SC
A local product from Sioux Falls Jefferson, Ingalls was named Metro All-Conference First Team and Offensive Player of the Year for the Cavaliers. A National Honor Society student, she has also coached youth soccer with Dakota Alliance SC and brings a deep understanding of the game from both sides of the touchline.
"We love Maddie's ability to find the ball in pockets of space in the midfield to drive at opponents and put them under pressure," DeMay said. "She is comfortable going solo in those moments to create a shot for herself, but she's just as comfortable being unselfish to find the free player who is in a better position for a shot. She's going to bring great energy and add even more athleticism to an already strong group of midfielders."
Hailey Kauffman | Goalkeeper | 5'9" | Sioux Falls, S.D. | Harrisburg High School | DASC
Kauffman comes to USF as one of South Dakota's top goalkeeping prospects after a standout career at Harrisburg High School. A multi-sport athlete and All-Academic honoree, she earned Metro Honorable Mention and ESD All-Conference honors while posting a goals-against average of 0.11 in 2024 and 0.22 in 2025. Outside of competition, she volunteers with youth programs through Neighborhood Soccer and Soccer Stars.
"We have picked up one of the best, if not the best, 2026 goalkeepers in the state in Hailey," said DeMay. "She has a strong presence in goal and radiates composure, which helps her teammates feel more confident in front of her. She makes big saves that put opponents on notice that it's going to take something special to get something by her. Hailey is a great addition to an already strong goalkeeping corps."
Lily Tadlock | Forward | 5'9.5" | Sioux Falls, S.D. | Roosevelt High School | Dakota Alliance
A product of Sioux Falls Roosevelt, Tadlock brings high-end pace and athleticism to the Cougar attack. She's competed for Dakota Alliance SC and lettered in both soccer and track for the Rough Riders.
"Again, Lily is going to add another threat to get behind opponents with her speed," said DeMay. "She and Peyton are among the fastest players in the state, as evidenced by their track records. Lily brings a work rate and desire to constantly improve her game. She uses her pace to make those runs behind, but she's equally comfortable with the ball on her foot to accelerate past defenders on the dribble to create a shot for herself or set up teammates."
Peyton Pearson | Forward | 5'5 | Sioux Falls, S.D. | Roosevelt High School | Dakota Alliance SC
Pearson joins the Cougars after a standout career at Roosevelt High School, where she tallied 32 career goals and 15 assists. A two-sport athlete in soccer and track, she earned 2023 All-Metro Conference Honorable Mention and 2025 All-Metro Conference honors. She's also a National Honor Society member and a long-time player with Dakota Alliance Soccer Club..
"Speed and athleticism were attributes we put a high value on for the 2026 class, and Peyton certainly brings that element to the squad," DeMay said. "She has a high compete level and will allow us to put more pressure on opponents in our attacking half by offering a very dangerous threat to run behind the last line. She has a knack for being in the right place at the right time in the box, which is a great attribute for a forward."
Brooke Beardsley | Defender | 5'2" | Lakeville, Minn. | Lakeville North High School | Minnesota Thunder Academy
Beardsley joins the Cougars out of Lakeville North High School, where she 
earned All-State and All-Conference honors while also being recognized as All-Conference Academic. A versatile defender, she has experience at both outside back positions and center back, and competed at a high level with Minnesota Thunder Academy. Off the field, she plans to major in exercise science and enjoys spending time with family and friends, watching movies, and staying active.
"Brooke is a fantastic addition to the Coo soccer family, and we are very happy all the stars aligned to get her to USF," said DeMay. "She is a very intelligent, aggressive defender who also offers a threat in the attacking half of the field with her ability to drive into space with the ball and overlap without it. She also offers the type of versatility we value in players because of her ability to play either fullback position or as a center back."
Dillan Reardon | Outside Back | 5'3" | Lake Elmo, Minn. | Stillwater Area High School | St. Croix
Reardon comes to USF from Stillwater Area High School, where she was a four-year varsity soccer letterwinner and earned SEC All-Conference First Team honors. A multi-sport athlete, she also lettered twice in varsity hockey and was part of teams that captured two section championships and a state championship. In the classroom, Reardon is a National Honor Society member, four-time A Honor Roll student, and three-time academic letter recipient. She plans to major in English and Criminal Justice and is active in community service through Feed My Starving Children.
"We are excited to add a quality person and player like Dillan to our 2026 class," said DeMay. "She provides a great balance between attacking threat and defensive solidity. She is versatile enough to play out wide or centrally in two different lines, which will add to our overall flexibility and help us adapt to the challenges of the game. She comes to us from high school and club programs that are used to high-pressure games and winning trophies, so we are looking for her to bring that experience to Sioux Falls."
Claire Anderson | Midfielder | 5'5" | Blair, Neb. | Blair High School | Nebraska Roots 08
Anderson joins the Cougars from Blair High School as a standout three-sport athlete in soccer, softball, and basketball. She earned Class B All-State Honorable Mention, First Team All-Conference honors, and multiple statewide recognitions while also serving as a team captain in both soccer and softball. Off the field, Anderson is a National Honor Society member, two-year class officer, and recipient of numerous academic honors including Academic All-State and Academic All-Conference distinctions. She is highly involved in community service and values leadership and team culture.
"Claire is an exceptional athlete who excels in three sports and balances them throughout the year," said DeMay. "Her athleticism and intelligence will add depth in the middle of the park, and she fits perfectly with our style of play and mentality to take the game to our opponents. Her combination of grit and skill will be a big complement to the 2026 class and our team as a whole. We are really excited she decided to join the Coo."
Looking Ahead
The 2026 recruiting class builds on the momentum of USF's 2025 campaign, which saw the Cougars post six wins, including four at Bob Young Field. With an infusion of attacking depth, defensive stability, and high-level goalkeeping, this group sets the stage for another step forward for USF Soccer under Coach DeMay's leadership.
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