Women's Basketball Ink First Two Signees of 2024 Class
11/8/2023 2:00:00 PM | Women's Basketball
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - North Florida women's basketball opens its 2024 class by bringing in freshman signees, Nicole Carreno and Jamisyn Stinson, during National Signing Day on Wednesday afternoon.
"I am so proud of our very first National Signing Day class! We've added two 2024 signees who will elevate our program in skill set, size and culture," said head coach Erika Lambert on the additions. "Nicole [Carreno] & Jamisyn [Stinson] are scorers, gym rats, diligent students and all-around great people. We are honored to welcome their families into our program. I want to thank my coaching staff for working so hard to find players who are a great fit for our team."
Position: Forward
Class: Freshman
Hometown: Riverview, Fla.
High School: Seffner Christian Academy
Height: 5-10
Intended Major: Business Administration
Statistical Breakdown
Personal
Why UNF?
"Since the first conversation with Coach Erika [Lambert] back in June, I felt extremely comfortable - she was engaging and fun to talk to. I knew right away it was a good fit. Also, during my visits to campus, everyone made me feel like I was part of something greater. So, I knew UNF was going to become my second home. UNF campus is a beautiful campus. Regardless of all the programs and opportunities, I choose UNF because it made me feel like home. It's a place where I see myself growing and developing not just academically, but in all aspects of life."
Coach's Thoughts
"Nicole [Carreno] is the type of player every coach wants on their roster! She gets to the gym early, stays late and she's a 'run through a wall for her coach' kind of kid - a rare find these days. She has the strength of a post player with the skill set of a guard. Nicole's ability to score at the three-point line and in the paint is on brand with our style of basketball, and her rebounding effort is relentless. This kid has a blue-collar work ethic, a heart of gold and the desire to succeed at the next level. We are excited for Nicki to join the Osprey family! Vamos!"
-- head coach Erika Lambert
Position: Guard
Class: Freshman
Hometown: Thornville, Ohio
High School: Sheridan High School
Height: 5-11
Intended Major: Early Childhood Education
Statistical Breakdown
Personal
Why UNF?
"When deciding UNF, it was something that I knew I wouldn't regret. The atmosphere, the coaches, and players that I met there made sure to make me feel at home when I visited and that's something I didn't forget when making my decision! I think the program is really special and I can't wait to be a part of it!"
Coaches' Thoughts
"In this new era of UNF basketball, three-point scoring will be paramount to our success. When our coaching staff first hit the recruiting trail, we went in search of our 2024 sniper and we found her in Thornville, Ohio! Jamisyn [Stinson] is a huge get for our program. She's a knockdown shooter with a high basketball IQ and deep range. Her length will add the size we need at our shooting guard position. Jamisyn is a tough competitor who wants to be the best player in every gym she walks into. Osprey fans will love Jay's championship mentality and fun personality!"
-- head coach Erika Lambert
"Jamisyn [Stinson] started out as one of, if not, the best shooters in Sheridan's history and through her hard work, she has turned herself into so much more. She is a great scorer, long/athletic defender and an energetic leader for our program. She has the fire in her that will allow her to be a great player at the next level."
-- J.D. Walters, Jamisyn Stinson's HS coach
"I am so proud of our very first National Signing Day class! We've added two 2024 signees who will elevate our program in skill set, size and culture," said head coach Erika Lambert on the additions. "Nicole [Carreno] & Jamisyn [Stinson] are scorers, gym rats, diligent students and all-around great people. We are honored to welcome their families into our program. I want to thank my coaching staff for working so hard to find players who are a great fit for our team."
Nicole Carreno
Position: ForwardClass: Freshman
Hometown: Riverview, Fla.
High School: Seffner Christian Academy
Height: 5-10
Intended Major: Business Administration
Statistical Breakdown
- Played all four years on the varsity level under HC Joe Cooper.
- Has recorded 746 points, 467 rebounds and 117 assists through her HS career.
- Helped lead team to a district championship while at Seffner Christian Academy.
- Was awarded the team's Defensive Player Award in 2023.
- Played for the Puerto Rican national team for U16 and U18 leagues.
- Biggest game was a buzzer beater against Brooks DeBartolo HS as a freshman.
Personal
- Nickname is "Nicki".
- Daughter of Jose and Millie Carreno.
- Father, Jose, played professional baseball from 1996-2003 with the Montreal Expos.
- He also managed the New York Mets minor league team from 2008-18.
- Born on Oct. 4, 2005.
- Plans on majoring in business administration.
Why UNF?
"Since the first conversation with Coach Erika [Lambert] back in June, I felt extremely comfortable - she was engaging and fun to talk to. I knew right away it was a good fit. Also, during my visits to campus, everyone made me feel like I was part of something greater. So, I knew UNF was going to become my second home. UNF campus is a beautiful campus. Regardless of all the programs and opportunities, I choose UNF because it made me feel like home. It's a place where I see myself growing and developing not just academically, but in all aspects of life."
Coach's Thoughts
"Nicole [Carreno] is the type of player every coach wants on their roster! She gets to the gym early, stays late and she's a 'run through a wall for her coach' kind of kid - a rare find these days. She has the strength of a post player with the skill set of a guard. Nicole's ability to score at the three-point line and in the paint is on brand with our style of basketball, and her rebounding effort is relentless. This kid has a blue-collar work ethic, a heart of gold and the desire to succeed at the next level. We are excited for Nicki to join the Osprey family! Vamos!"
-- head coach Erika Lambert
Jamisyn Stinson
Position: GuardClass: Freshman
Hometown: Thornville, Ohio
High School: Sheridan High School
Height: 5-11
Intended Major: Early Childhood Education
Statistical Breakdown
- Played all four years on the varsity level under HC J.D. Walters.
- Played both basketball and volleyball at Sheridan HS.
- Helped team to MVL and district championships in 2020-21.
- Earned MVL, district and regional championships, while also being state runner-up in 2021-22.
- MVL champions for a third consecutive season in 2022-23.
- Was also a part of the National Honor Society.
Personal
- Nickname is "Jay".
- Daughter of James and Theresa Stinson.
- Sister, Faith, is playing basketball at IUPUI.
- Born on Mar. 10, 2006.
- Plans to major in early childhood education.
Why UNF?
"When deciding UNF, it was something that I knew I wouldn't regret. The atmosphere, the coaches, and players that I met there made sure to make me feel at home when I visited and that's something I didn't forget when making my decision! I think the program is really special and I can't wait to be a part of it!"
Coaches' Thoughts
"In this new era of UNF basketball, three-point scoring will be paramount to our success. When our coaching staff first hit the recruiting trail, we went in search of our 2024 sniper and we found her in Thornville, Ohio! Jamisyn [Stinson] is a huge get for our program. She's a knockdown shooter with a high basketball IQ and deep range. Her length will add the size we need at our shooting guard position. Jamisyn is a tough competitor who wants to be the best player in every gym she walks into. Osprey fans will love Jay's championship mentality and fun personality!"
-- head coach Erika Lambert
"Jamisyn [Stinson] started out as one of, if not, the best shooters in Sheridan's history and through her hard work, she has turned herself into so much more. She is a great scorer, long/athletic defender and an energetic leader for our program. She has the fire in her that will allow her to be a great player at the next level."
-- J.D. Walters, Jamisyn Stinson's HS coach
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