Christopher Newport University

2005 - Freshman Season - Stepped into a starting role as one of the team’s top defenders during her rookie campaign … Appeared in 15 games and earned 14 starts … Became the third player in program history to record two defensive saves in a single game after stoning a pair of shots in a 2-1 victory over Rhodes on October 15 … Also became the first freshman to accomplish that feat … Helped lead the defense to six shutouts during her outings while limiting the opposition to one goal or less in 12 of her appearances, including the final 10 games of the year.
 
At Princess Anne - Played four years for coach Denise O’Connell … Was a second-team All-Beach District pick and earned the school’s Best Fall Athlete Award as a senior … Also won the coach’s award three times … Helped lead the squad to three district crowns, two regional championships, and a state title … Was a member of the Latin Honor Society.
 
Personal - Kassandra Ellis is the daughter of Linda Chance … Has a sister, Antoinette … Majoring in biology.