11/13/2026 9:30:00 AM | Women's Basketball
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -Â North Florida women's basketball announced the addition of two incoming freshmen to its 2027 signing class Wednesday, Nov. 11, as announced by head coach Erika Lambert.
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Addy Gillman of Mason High School and Nala Koletzki of Potter's House Christian Academy will join the Ospreys for the 2027-28 season. The pair brings shooting ability, athleticism and defensive versatility to North Florida's incoming class.
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"We're thrilled to bring Addy and Nala into our program," Lambert said. "Both young ladies made early verbal commitments to UNF and have felt like family for some time, but now we get to make it official!"
Addy Gillman
Position:Â Guard
Class:Â Incoming Freshman
High School:Â Mason High School
Gillman joins North Florida from Mason High School, bringing outside shooting ability, basketball IQ and a strong work ethic to the Ospreys. The 5-foot-9 guard has totaled 318 points and 67 three-pointers across 54 games during her high school career. Gillman averaged 6.1 points per game as a freshman and 5.6 points per game as a sophomore before her junior season was limited to just one appearance due to injury. Known for her three-point shooting and competitive approach, Gillman looks to contribute on both ends of the floor.
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"Addy is a sniper from deep who will be a great fit in our offensive system," Lambert said. "She's a gym rat with a high basketball IQ who will play with defensive intensity every time she touches the floor. A true Midwesterner, she has blue-collar work ethic. Addy is a selfless, high-character kid who will be a great teammate here. The whole Gillman family will be a great addition to UNF!"
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Gillman's high school coach, Gideon Dudgeon, emphasized her leadership and dedication to her teammates throughout her time at Mason.
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"Addy leads by example with a relentless work ethic," Dudgeon said. "She's constantly one of the first ones in the gym and the last to leave. Even in her injury recovery, she attended our summer team camps to help mentor our younger players."
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Dudgeon also highlighted Gillman's ability to make an impact beyond scoring.
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"Addy processes the game quickly, makes the extra pass, and adapts on the fly," Dudgeon said. "She takes pride in defending her position, communicating, and doing the little things to help her team."
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Why North Florida?
"On my flight home after my first visit, I remember telling my mom on the plane, 'This is home,'" Gillman said. "From the moment I stepped foot on campus I was treated like family by the coaching staff. I almost felt like I was already a part of the team, and it felt like a home almost immediately."
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Gillman also expressed her excitement about joining the program and contributing to its championship aspirations.
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"I'm excited to get to work, build relationships with the girls, and become a better player and person," Gillman said. "I also want to be a part of the championship mindset that the coaches are building in this team."
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What UNF Fans Can Expect
"UNF fans can expect me to play with confidence, shoot the ball and bring a lot of energy," Gillman said.
Nala Koletzki
Position:Â Guard
Class:Â Incoming Freshman
High School:Â Potter's House Christian Academy
Hometown:Â Berlin, Germany
Koletzki joins the Ospreys from Potter's House Christian Academy, bringing speed, athleticism and versatility to North Florida's backcourt. The guard has totaled 1,226 points through three years of high school basketball, averaging 16.3 points, 3.8 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game. With experience competing internationally, Koletzki is recognized for her ability to create opportunities offensively while contributing on the defensive end.
"Nala first caught my eye at a FIBA tournament in Hungary two summers ago," Lambert said. "She is a do-it-all guard with exceptional athleticism. She sees the floor for smart reads on offense and will be a go-to defender for us as well. Having moved so far from home a couple years ago, Nala carries herself with a maturity beyond her years. I know her family and especially her mom, Irem, will be cheering us on from Berlin!"
Potter's House Christian Academy head coach Da'Quan Braxton praised Koletzki's impact on the program, highlighting her leadership, positive attitude and dedication in the classroom.
"Nala has come into our program with a smile every day, and that positive attitude has made an impact on our team culture," Braxton said. "Academically, she sets the standard by staying on top of her responsibilities and showing our younger players what it means to be a true student-athlete."
Braxton also emphasized the athleticism and versatility Koletzki brings to the court.
"You're getting a fast, athletic guard who can make impact plays on both ends of the floor," Braxton said. "Nala's speed and ability to finish make her a threat in transition, while her length and athleticism allow her to defend at a high level at the guard position."
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Why North Florida?
"The moment I knew it was the right place was when I met all of you guys and the team," Koletzki said. "After being there only one day, I had a really good feeling. And to be honest, not only a good feeling but some type of home feeling."
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When asked to describe her decision to join North Florida, Koletzki said, "Didn't have to think twice after visiting it."
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Koletzki also looks forward to building relationships with her future teammates and creating memories both on and off the court.
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What UNF Fans Can Expect
"UNF fans can definitely expect a player who leaves everything on the court, who fights till the end but on the other side also a supportive teammate, who's supporting the team in any type of way!" Koletzki said.
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Addy Gillman of Mason High School and Nala Koletzki of Potter's House Christian Academy will join the Ospreys for the 2027-28 season. The pair brings shooting ability, athleticism and defensive versatility to North Florida's incoming class.
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"We're thrilled to bring Addy and Nala into our program," Lambert said. "Both young ladies made early verbal commitments to UNF and have felt like family for some time, but now we get to make it official!"
Addy Gillman
Position:Â Guard
Class:Â Incoming Freshman
High School:Â Mason High School
Gillman joins North Florida from Mason High School, bringing outside shooting ability, basketball IQ and a strong work ethic to the Ospreys. The 5-foot-9 guard has totaled 318 points and 67 three-pointers across 54 games during her high school career. Gillman averaged 6.1 points per game as a freshman and 5.6 points per game as a sophomore before her junior season was limited to just one appearance due to injury. Known for her three-point shooting and competitive approach, Gillman looks to contribute on both ends of the floor.
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"Addy is a sniper from deep who will be a great fit in our offensive system," Lambert said. "She's a gym rat with a high basketball IQ who will play with defensive intensity every time she touches the floor. A true Midwesterner, she has blue-collar work ethic. Addy is a selfless, high-character kid who will be a great teammate here. The whole Gillman family will be a great addition to UNF!"
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Gillman's high school coach, Gideon Dudgeon, emphasized her leadership and dedication to her teammates throughout her time at Mason.
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"Addy leads by example with a relentless work ethic," Dudgeon said. "She's constantly one of the first ones in the gym and the last to leave. Even in her injury recovery, she attended our summer team camps to help mentor our younger players."
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Dudgeon also highlighted Gillman's ability to make an impact beyond scoring.
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"Addy processes the game quickly, makes the extra pass, and adapts on the fly," Dudgeon said. "She takes pride in defending her position, communicating, and doing the little things to help her team."
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Why North Florida?
"On my flight home after my first visit, I remember telling my mom on the plane, 'This is home,'" Gillman said. "From the moment I stepped foot on campus I was treated like family by the coaching staff. I almost felt like I was already a part of the team, and it felt like a home almost immediately."
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Gillman also expressed her excitement about joining the program and contributing to its championship aspirations.
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"I'm excited to get to work, build relationships with the girls, and become a better player and person," Gillman said. "I also want to be a part of the championship mindset that the coaches are building in this team."
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What UNF Fans Can Expect
"UNF fans can expect me to play with confidence, shoot the ball and bring a lot of energy," Gillman said.
Nala Koletzki
Position:Â Guard
Class:Â Incoming Freshman
High School:Â Potter's House Christian Academy
Hometown:Â Berlin, Germany
Koletzki joins the Ospreys from Potter's House Christian Academy, bringing speed, athleticism and versatility to North Florida's backcourt. The guard has totaled 1,226 points through three years of high school basketball, averaging 16.3 points, 3.8 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game. With experience competing internationally, Koletzki is recognized for her ability to create opportunities offensively while contributing on the defensive end.
"Nala first caught my eye at a FIBA tournament in Hungary two summers ago," Lambert said. "She is a do-it-all guard with exceptional athleticism. She sees the floor for smart reads on offense and will be a go-to defender for us as well. Having moved so far from home a couple years ago, Nala carries herself with a maturity beyond her years. I know her family and especially her mom, Irem, will be cheering us on from Berlin!"
Potter's House Christian Academy head coach Da'Quan Braxton praised Koletzki's impact on the program, highlighting her leadership, positive attitude and dedication in the classroom.
"Nala has come into our program with a smile every day, and that positive attitude has made an impact on our team culture," Braxton said. "Academically, she sets the standard by staying on top of her responsibilities and showing our younger players what it means to be a true student-athlete."
Braxton also emphasized the athleticism and versatility Koletzki brings to the court.
"You're getting a fast, athletic guard who can make impact plays on both ends of the floor," Braxton said. "Nala's speed and ability to finish make her a threat in transition, while her length and athleticism allow her to defend at a high level at the guard position."
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Why North Florida?
"The moment I knew it was the right place was when I met all of you guys and the team," Koletzki said. "After being there only one day, I had a really good feeling. And to be honest, not only a good feeling but some type of home feeling."
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When asked to describe her decision to join North Florida, Koletzki said, "Didn't have to think twice after visiting it."
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Koletzki also looks forward to building relationships with her future teammates and creating memories both on and off the court.
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What UNF Fans Can Expect
"UNF fans can definitely expect a player who leaves everything on the court, who fights till the end but on the other side also a supportive teammate, who's supporting the team in any type of way!" Koletzki said.
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