LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ – Rider University head women's basketball coach Lynn Milligan announced the signing of a pair of student-athletes, who will both join the Broncs for the 2023-24 season. Aliya McIver and Sam Richardson will begin their freshman seasons with the Broncs next year.
 
"My staff has done an amazing job signing two terrific players," said Milligan "More importantly, they are great people and families that fit our Rider HEARTnSOUL mentality."
 
Aliya McIver
Guard
White Plains HS (NY)
 
Milligan on McIver:
"The PG spot is so important to our team and Aliya fits the characteristics we like extremely well.  She is a terrific passer and can score as well.  She knows what it means to put her teammates in successful spots."
 
Accomplishments:
- 2019-20 and 20-21 All-Conference
- 2021-22 All-Section
- 2021-22 Iohud Super 7 watch list
- Led White Plains to a League championship in 2021-22 for the first time since 2007
- Ranked in the Blue Star Report
 
Sam Richardson
Forward
St. Benedict's Prep (NJ)
 
Milligan on Richardson:
"Sam is a big strong post that will enhance our inside presence immediately.  She is a very determined and disciplined player that has a very high ceiling and the right mentality to be great."
 
Accomplishments:
- Volleyball and Basketball team captain
- Ranked in the Blue Star Report