Salyer, a goalkeeper from Athens, Ohio, posted eight shutouts in 14 matches as a senior at Athens High School also she recorded 176 saves. She was a two-time Southeast Ohio Athletic League selection as both a junior and a senior, and she was named to the All-District First Team in her final season.

“I am really excited that Abie has committed to play for the Lady Cougars next fall,” said MVNU head coach Jonathan Meade. “I think we felt like MVNU would be a great fit after her very first visit. I think Abie has the ability to compete immediately and challenge at the goalkeeper position. She is an aggressive keeper with nice athleticism and good size. I look forward to coaching her.”

“Abie is also a well-rounded young lady who will be strong on the field and in the classroom,” Meade added. “She has a nice personality that will mix well with the current players and she will enjoy the values shared in the MVNU faith-based community.”

In addition to playing soccer, Salyer was named to the National Honor Roll her junior year.

“I chose to attend MVNU because I love the atmosphere of the school and the soccer team really made me feel welcome,” said Salyer of her college choice. “I am excited to become part of a great soccer team.”

MVNU posted a 15-7-1 overall record in 2007 and was ranked No. 25 in the final NAIA national poll. The Lady Cougars also claimed a share of their fourth American Mideast Conference South Division title in the past five years, and MVNU has won two National Christian College Athletic Association national titles (2003 and 2006).