MOUNT BERRY, Ga. – Head coach Luke Syverson has announced the newest members of the 2026-27 women's track and field roster.
Addyson Morgan
Addyson is a native of Ooltewah, Tennessee. She graduated cum laude from Baylor School and was a member of the National Honors Society, while receiving the Excellence in World Language Award. As a sprinter and jumper on the track and field team, she finished third in the triple jump at regionals from 2024-26, second in the 4x200 at regionals in 2025, third in the 4x400 at regionals in 2026, and finished in the top seven in those events at the state championships as well. Addyson will be majoring in nursing and minoring in German, and she chose Berry because the school offered her the best opportunities to prepare her for the future. Her biggest sports influence is Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, and she enjoys reading, swimming, drawing, painting, and watching TV in her free time.
Hannah Hendrix
Hannah is a native of Claxton, Georgia and the daughter of Brooke and Kevin Hendrix. She graduated from Claxton High School as a class valedictorian and a star pole vaulter. She became the 2025 & 2026 GHSA State Champion, a four-time regional champion, the school record holder in the pole vault, and helped Claxton capture its first girls track and field state championship in 2025. That same year, she qualified for the USATF Junior Olympics in pole vault. Hannah will be majoring in exercise science, and she chose Berry because of its strong balance of athletics and academics. Her biggest sports influence is her high school coach, and she enjoys staying active, playing pickleball, fishing, traveling, and watching sports in her free time.
Piper Atwood
Piper is from Lilburn, Georgia and the daughter of Maureen and Thomas Atwood. She graduated from Parkview High School as a member of the National Honors Society, Science National Honors Society and Beta Club, while finishing in the top 5% of her class. As a pole vaulter on the track and field team, she became a team captain for three years, a two-time county champion, two-time regional champion, the 2026 state runner-up, and a school record holder. Piper will be majoring in wildlife, ecology, and conservation, and she chose Berry because the school was best suited for her. It gives her the opportunity to continue competing in her sports, while letting her focus on her future aspirations. In her free time, she enjoys spending time in nature and doing adventurous activities.
Kathryn Elin Turner
Elin is from Lexington, Georgia and the daughter of Kristina and John Turner. She graduated from Oglethorpe County High School, achieving honor roll status, appearing on the president's list, becoming a Governors Honors Program nominee, and a member of the Beta Club and National Honors Society. As a three-sport athlete, she received MVP honors a total of three times and the Patriot Award four times. Kathryn will be majoring in biology, and she chose Berry because she felt welcomed and appreciated by the entire team. Her biggest sports influence is her older brother (who is on the Berry Football Team), and she enjoys playing the piano, pickleball, baking, shopping, and going on walks in her free time.
Ava Carson
Ava is from Marietta, Georgia and the daughter of Mindy Eisenhart and Les Carson. She graduated with honors from Sprayberry High School and was a member of the track and field and volleyball teams. She was the captain of the volleyball team for two years and a two-time state qualifier as a sprinter on the track. Ava will be majoring in sports leadership and pre-med, and she chose Berry for the opportunities and resources available to her.
Lindsey Magaw
Lindsey is from Kennesaw, Georgia and a graduate of Allatoona High School as a state champion, regional champion, and all-county first team pole vaulter. Academically, she was a member of the National Honors Society, Beta Club, and received the Straight-A Distinction Award. Lindsey will be majoring in exercise science, and she chose Berry because of the beautiful campus, community, and good academic and athletic balance. In her free time, she enjoys painting.
Addison Silvernail
Addison is a native of Fairhope, Alabama and the daughter of Courtney and Vaughan Silvernail. She graduated from St. Michael Catholic High School as an AP student, on the honor roll, and a member of the National Honors Society. As a pole vaulter on the track and field team, she became a five-time state qualifier, a four-time track state medalist, and the 2026 indoor state pole vault champion. Addison will be majoring in nursing, and chose Berry because of the beautiful campus, great track and field team, the coaching staff, and the facilities. Her biggest sports influence is her dad, and she enjoys cooking, baking, going to the beach, and hanging out with friends in her spare time.
Abigail Meder
Abigail is from Ball Ground, Georgia and the daughter of Elaine and Jon Meder. She graduated from Cherokee Christian High School as her class valedictorian and the Class of 2026 Georgia Certificate of Merit winner. She was a three-sport athlete on the volleyball, basketball, and track and field teams, becoming a GAPPS state winner on the track in 2023 and 2024. Abigail will be majoring in exercise science, and she chose Berry because of the campus and opportunity to run track. Her biggest sports influence is her family, and she enjoys doing photography in her free time.
Lucy Brooks
Lucy is from Midland, Georgia and is the daughter of Brad and Liz Brooks. She was homeschooled but also ran cross-country. She excelled athletically and academically as she was the Class of 2026 Georgia Certificate of Merit Winner, Honor Roll recipient and Team Captain for all of 2024 and 2025. She chose Berry because it was her dream college and she enjoys running, reading, watching movies/tv shows and taking pictures in her free time.
Grace Scuderi
Grace is a native of Fernandina Beach, Florida and the daughter of Christopher and Gaelyn Scuderi and will be majoring in biology with a minor in business. Grace ran for Fernandina Beach High School where she graduated as a Member of the National Honor Society as well as an AP Scholar with Distinction while also being a four-time regional qualifier, four-time state qualifier and team captain. Grace enjoys surfing, going to the beach, shark tooth hunting, reading, Pilates and hanging out with friends. She sees Sydney McLauglin Levrone as her biggest sports influence.
Mallory Tucker
Mallory is from Gadsden, Alabama and is the daughter of Stephanie and Cary Tucker and will be majoring in psychology. Mallory ran for Southside High School where she graduated with highest honors while also being named All-County Cross Country and Track. Mallory enjoys hiking, soccer, reading and traveling and sees her biggest sports influence as Parker Valby.
Taylor Kallbreier
Taylor a native of Woodstock, Georgia and the daughter of Clint and Tina Kallbreier. Taylor graduated from Etowah High School as a National Honors Society member and will be majoring in animal science. In her free time, she enjoys reading, baking, spending time outside, running and spending time with family and friends. She sees her sister, Abbie, who is a cross-country and track runner at Mercer University as her biggest sports influence.
Rory Johnson
Rory is from Piedmont, South Carolina and is the daughter of Darren and Jennifer Johnson. Rory graduated from Wren High School with Honors and will be majoring in nursing. She chose Berry because of the values the school represents. She enjoys walking, hiking, scrapbooking and volunteering.
Abigail Barrett
Abigail is from Blairsville, Georgia and the daughter of Mary Beth and Jonathan Barrett. She graduated from Union County High School in the top five percent of her class and received the Georgia Certificate of Merit. As a member of the track team, she finished top five in the region all four years as a jumper and currently holds the school record in the triple jump. She will be majoring in biology and chose Berry because of the school's unique learning opportunities and tight-knit community. Her biggest sports influence is Parker Valby, and she enjoys biking, crochet, and playing with her dog.
Coach Syverson added, "We are excited to have these 15 women join our program. This is the largest recruiting class we have had and adds much needed depth in the Sprints, Jumps, and Distance. While we graduated some of our some of our top talent in the throws and hurdles including two All-Americans, we add points back in some other areas, especially the pole vault. Of the four women vaulters we're adding, 3 of them are State Champions. The one that wasn't was Runner-Up at State in the largest classification in GA. I can't wait to start the season with these new Vikings being a part of our team."
