BROOKVILLE, N.Y. (Nov. 29, 2016) - On Tuesday, Head Coach Jamie Apicella announced the addition of four student-athletes that have signed National Letters of Intent to join the LIU Post softball team in the fall of 2017.

The newest Pioneers are Breanna Klaiber, Patricia Dun, Cameron Lischinsky and Hanna Finkelstein.


Name: Breanna Klaiber
Position: Infield
High School: Ironton High School - Ironton, Ohio
Career Highlights: Three-year varsity starter at Ironton High School ... Two-Time All-District selection ... Named All-Ohio Valley Conference in 2015 ... Boasts a lifetime .366 batting average with nine home runs and 67 RBIs ... Has also totaled 74 hits and 54 runs scored ... Helped the Fighting Tigers to a State Championship in 2016.

Why LIU Post: "I chose LIU Post because as soon as I walked on campus, I felt like I was at home. The great academics and nationally-ranked softball program were factors, but most of all, it was the coaches, players and staff that made me feel like this is where I wanted to be. I cannot wait to begin my career as a Pioneer."

Apicella on Klaiber: "I am very excited to have added Breanna to the Class of 2021. She is a young woman who is truly passionate about the game of softball. Her athleticism will be a nice addition to a talented infield core. I am projecting her bat to be in the middle of our lineup for years to come at LIU Post. She is a great student in the classroom and a great student of the game. We can't wait for her arrival next fall."


Name: Patricia Dun
Position: Infield
High School: Sullivan Heights Secondary - Surrey, British Columbia
Career Highlights: Helped the White Rock Renegades to five straight gold medals (2011-15) at the British Columbia Provincial Championships ... Won the U-18 Women's Canadian Fastpitch Championship in 2015 ... Earned a silver medal at the B.C. Provincial and U-18 Women's Canadian Championships in 2016 ... Selected to the regional team for the British Columbia Summer Games in 2012.

Why LIU Post: "I chose LIU Post because it is the perfect fit for me, both academically and athletically. The school, with its green landscape and beautiful campus, made me feel like I was at home. I look forward to playing softball at the next level and learning from the incredible coaching staff, while improving my game in every aspect."

Apicella on Dun: "Patty is another gifted athlete with tremendous energy for the sport. I project her to be in the middle of our infield and also provide us with speed at the top of our lineup. She has great range and arm strength and could play anywhere she is needed. Her enthusiasm and love for the game will fit perfectly on our roster. I am excited to see her transition into the college game."


Name: Cameron Lischinsky
Position: Infield
High School: Lakeland High School - Shrub Oak, N.Y.
Career Highlights: Four-year varsity starter at Lakeland High School ... Two-Time All-State and Journal News First Team All-Star selection ... Three-Time All-Section I and All-League honoree ... Named MaxPreps/NFCA East Region Player of the Week in 2016 ... Owns a career .529 batting average with 10 home runs and 67 RBIs ... Has also collected 119 hits, 103 runs scored and 35 doubles, while posting an .856 slugging and .593 on-base percentage.

Why LIU Post: "I chose LIU Post for its beautiful campus, variety of majors and proximity to New York City. It is a privilege to have the opportunity to play for successful coaches and be a member of a program with such a rich tradition of winning. When I first met Coach Apicella and Coach Campagna, they were very warm and welcoming and made me feel right at home."

Apicella on Lischinsky: "Cameron is an exceptional athlete. Another member of this class that can play anywhere in the middle of the field. Her arm strength, athleticism, speed and great range make her a tremendous asset to our roster. A lefty bat that I believe can hit anywhere in our lineup and create havoc to opposing defenses. Cameron's skill set will transition to the college game very quickly and we are eagerly anticipating her arrival next fall."


Name: Hanna Finkelstein
Position: Pitcher
High School: Hugh Boyd Secondary - Richmond, British Columbia
Career Highlights: Assisted the White Rock Renegades in capturing three straight gold medals (2013-15) at the British Columbia Provincial Championships ... Won the U-18 Women's Canadian Fastpitch Championship in 2015 ... Named the Most Valuable Player at the 2015 U-18 Women's Canadian Fastpitch Championships ... Earned a silver medal at the B.C. Provincial and U-18 Women's Canadian Championships in 2016 ... Posted a 1.80 earned-run average at the 2016 U-18 Women's Canadian Championships .. Selected to the Canadian Junior National Team Athlete Pool ... Recipient of the Top Female Athlete Award at Hugh Boyd Secondary School.

Why LIU Post: "I chose LIU Post for its winning softball program and the copious academic opportunities available. The amazing coaching staff provides the perfect combination of a competitive athletic environment and strong coaching philosophies. I am really looking forward to developing all aspects of my game, under the instruction of Coach Apicella and Coach Campagna."

Apicella on Finkelstein: "Hanna is a pitcher by trade, but don't let that fool you. She is a standout athlete that I feel can help us with her utility qualities. We were looking for a pitcher that we felt could make an immediate impact in our program. We feel she has the potential to be a front-line starter for us, with the ability to add offensive fire with her bat. She reminds me of some of the great pitchers that we had in the past that offered us depth and production in our lineup. She is an already accomplished player that we feel will help us maintain a talented pitching core."