WASHINGTON – American University women's basketball head coach Megan Gebbia announced the signing of two talented prospects on Wednesday as Bailey Garbee (Sewickley, Pa.) and Jordyn Meunier (Longmeadow, Mass.) each signed National Letters of Intent to join the Eagles in the fall of 2021.
 
"I am very excited to have Bailey and Jordyn join our program and complete the 2021 recruiting class. They add depth to our roster and bring a work ethic along with some much-needed size to the perimeter position," Gebbia, now in her eighth year at AU, said. "They are enthusiastic about learning the college game and they have impressed me with their desire to be successful student-athletes. I look forward to their arrival in 2021!"

BAILEY GARBEE
Sewickley, Pa. (Quaker Valley HS) | Club: Drill for Skill
Guard | 5-11

• Parents are Keelie and Richard Garbee … She has three siblings – Lyndsey, Tyler, and Ryan … Tyler played baseball for Pittsburgh and Mercyhurst, and currently plays for the Cincinnati Reds Minor League

Noteworthy…

• Has averaged 13 ppg, 5 rpg, 4 apg, and 3 steals per game with the Quakers
• Helped lead her team to the state championship her junior season
• Helped lead her team to the state playoffs for the first time in 40 years as a sophomore
• 2019-20 Jim Dabbelt's All-Western PA First Team All-Area
• 2019-20 Beaver County Times All-Area
• Helped lead her club team to a 26-1 record in 2019, earning multiple tournament championships including the National Run for the Roses
• Also competed in track & field (pole vault)

Why she chose American: "I chose American University because of its outstanding academics and the opportunity to play basketball at the next level. Specifically, I chose AU's basketball program because of the winning culture, amazing coaches, and style of play. I am really excited to be a part of this team."

Head Coach Megan Gebbia on Bailey: Bailey was the first commitment in our 2021 class, and we love that she brings versatility to our roster. She is a 5'11 guard/forward with length, athleticism, and speed at her position. Bailey is an exciting player to watch, has great timing and anticipation on the defensive end, and can rebound and easily lead the break. Her range from three, passing acumen, and quick first step will make it hard for opponents to defend. We feel Bailey will be a player that will impact the game in a variety of ways and we look forward to developing her potential. 
 
JORDYN MEUNIER
Longmeadow, Mass. (Putnam Science Academy) | Club: New York Gauchos
Guard | 5-10

• Parents are Suzanne and Dr. Erik Meunier … She has two siblings, Sean and Zachary … Sean played tennis for the University of Central Florida and Lynn University … Zachary was a swimmer at Ithaca College

Noteworthy…

• Transferred to Putnam Science Academy her senior year from Williston Northampton School (Easthampton, Mass.)
• Helped lead Williston to two playoffs her sophomore and junior season
• Team made the NEPSAC finals her freshman year
• Averaged 22 ppg her junior season, scoring 479 total and hitting 44 percent from three-point range
• Ranked within the top-25 of players in Massachusetts her junior season by New England Girls Recruiting
• Three-time NEPSAC All-Honors, including a First Team nod her junior season 
• Broke the single-game Williston HS record with eight made 3's during a playoff game her freshman year
• Also competed in lacrosse, soccer, and cross country in high school

Why she chose American: "American University is the best college choice for me for several reasons. AU will allow me to develop my interests in business administration and media studies while also affording me the opportunity to attend the Washington College of Law. What's just as important to me is the ability to fulfill my dream of playing high-level collegiate basketball for a school that has a history of success. In addition to their many accomplishments on the court, coaches Meg, Nikki, and the rest of the staff have made me feel like family since the beginning of the recruiting process. Lastly, I chose American because of its beautiful campus located near scenic Tenleytown in Washington, D.C. I love all the options that are available to me outside the classroom with its shopping, entertainment, and dining."
 
Head Coach Megan Gebbia on Jordyn: "Jordyn fills a perimeter shooting need in the 2021 class that we had been hopeful to sign. She is a 5'10 wing with length who is a confident shooter off the catch and dribble, and plays with a fearlessness that is enjoyable to watch. She loves to get out in transition and look for opportunities to score, and her accuracy behind the three-point line will put pressure on teams defensively. The combination of Jordyn's scoring mentality and determination on the defensive end will be a seamless transition into our style of play."

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