Huntington North Star Signs with Lady Cougars

Fort Wayne, Indiana –Within a span of 3 weeks, the University of St. Francis head women’s basketball coach Bruce Patterson scores yet another big time prospect in Huntington North standout Cassie Kline.  Kline, who will be entering her senior year with the Lady Vikings, will play next season for the currently No. 2 ranked Lady Cougars.

“We have always had terrific point guards.” Patterson remarked.  “Cassie will fit into our system nicely with her ball handling and passing skills.  She is by far the fastest recruit we have ever had in our program.”

As a four-year starter for the Lady Vikings, Kline averaged 11 points, 6.2 assists, and 4 steals per game last season.  The 5’ 3 ½” point guard is a 2nd team S&L All-State performer and was twice named to the All-Olympic Athletic Conference team.  She was named to the Indianapolis Star Junior All-State Team, while heading Huntington North to a 21-5 record last season.   She holds the school record for most assists in a single season with 162, which also ranks her 4th with 271 career steals.

“Playing close to home was important to me.”  stated Kline on why she selected USF.  “I have played AAU the past two summers and know coach Patterson and the rest of their staff.  I feel I am in tune and know what the coaches are expecting.  Their “run & gun” style of offense and the fact they compete on a national level year in and year out is another reason why I chose St. Francis.”  Also, Cassie will being joining fellow Huntington North teammate, Natalie Johnson, next year along with multiple BoilerBacker AAU teammates.