AMES, Iowa – Iowa State head coach Matt Fannon announced the signings of two high schoolers to National Letters of Intent on Thursday.

The Cyclones signed a pair of defensemen, Makenna Marshall and Laurence Leblanc, to their 2024 recruiting class.

“We feel really satisfied with our incoming class,” says Fannon. “We decided to be very specific with the needs we felt freshmen could help us within 2024, and we found a couple of players who will make a difference for us. We continue to have a very specific recruiting philosophy that will aid in the progress of our program over the coming years. We believe this group fits that philosophy, and we are excited to welcome them to our team.”

Laurence Leblanc – DEF | Sainte-Thérèse, Quebec | Saint-Gabriel HS
A center back from Canada, Leblanc will sign on with the Cyclones after a decorated high school career. Leblanc’s high school was League 1 QC Champions and Cup Champions as well as a League 1 Canadian Championships Finalist. Leblanc’s club team was CF Montréal Academy.

“Laurence was an absolute pleasure from the jump,” said Associate Head Coach/Recruiting Coordinator CC McGrath. “She quickly bought into what our program is all about and will help us continue to build our culture and raise the standard of Iowa State Soccer.”

Makenna Marshall – DEF | Hanson, Mass. | Whitman-Hanson Regional HS
Marshall played club ball with South Shore Select and has been a member of the Whitman-Hanson varsity squad since her freshman year. Marshall was the leader of her team’s backline and had the respect of all her teammates, providing leadership both on and off the field.

“Makenna was someone within five minutes of watching, we knew would be a good fit for our program,” says McGrath. “She likes to get forward out of the back and is super confident and composed on the ball. Physically, she is tough and gritty, which will suit her well in the Big 12.”