ROCHESTER, N.Y. – The Roberts Wesleyan University women's field hockey team will welcome six new players for the 2026 season.
The Redhawks are coming off their most successful season in program history and will begin play in the East Coast Conference this fall after playing an independent schedule the past three seasons.
Roberts opens its season at home against Maryville University at noon on Sept. 5.
Let's meet the newest members of the Redhawks:
Position: Defense
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Reedsville, Pa.
High School: Mifflin County
Major: Exercise Science
Before Roberts: Four-year starter at Mifflin County High School … Team captain as a senior … Mid-Penn First-Team Commonwealth All-Division Selection … Third-Team Keyston All-Division selection … Member of NFHCA watchlist … Honor roll student … Competed in indoor and outdoor track and field.
I chose Roberts because: "of the welcoming campus and the opportunity to play on the field hockey team."
Position: Forward
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Plains, Pa.
High School: Wilkes-Barre Area High School
Major: Exercise Science
Before Roberts: Team captain and leading scorer for Wilkes-Barre Area High School … Scored two goals in District 2 Class 3A semifinals to help team to district title game … Honorable mention all-state selection … Named to NFHCA Academic Squad and NFHCA Senior Impact Team … Also played lacrosse … Member of Yearbook Club and Outing Club.
I chose Roberts because: "of the small environment, the welcoming community, and to continue athletics at a Division II level while still focusing heavily on academics."
Position: Forward/Midfield
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Marcy, N.Y.
High School: Whitesboro
Major: Forensics/Psychology
Before Roberts: Is first field hockey player from Whitesboro to commit to a Division II program … Received teams passion award … Team played in sectional semifinals three straight years … Five-time New York State Scholar-Athlete … Played varsity basketball and lacrosse ... National Honor Society member served as class historian all four years … Four-year member of Girls Athletic Association, who served as president her senior year.
I chose Roberts because: "of its strong academic program in forensics and criminal justice, and due to the reputable athletic department particularly in field hockey. The campus environment and the values of the institution strongly align with my values."
Position: Forward/Midfield
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Shickshinny, Pa.
High School: Northwest Area
Major: Nursing
Before Roberts: Four-year starter and Offensive MVP at Northwest Area … Scored 19 goals and registered nine assists for 47 points as a senior … Scored more than 50 goals and 100 points during high school career … National Honor Society member also competed in basketball, softball, track and cross country.
I chose Roberts because: "every time I stepped on campus everyone was so welcoming, genuine, and supportive. The connections between everyone made it so easy to choose Roberts! I chose Roberts field hockey because the moment I met with the team it felt like home. The team and coaches made me feel welcomed and supported. Everyone was so connected and looking to uplift each other! Roberts also gives me the opportunity to build relationships with my teammates who have the same love and passion for field hockey."
Position: Goalkeeper
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Hampton, N.H.
High School: Winnacunnet
Major: Sports Management and Marketing
Before Roberts: Two-year captain and four-year starter in high school … Named first-team all-state in Division I … Team MVP made 102 saves and posted nine shutouts as a senior … Played in "Twin State Game" against Vermont … Founded the "Warrior Spirit Club" to boost school spirit.
I chose Roberts because: "the community. There has not been a single person I have met so far at Roberts that has not welcomed me with open arms. Everyone is truly so kind and caring. Roberts just felt like a home away from home!"
Position: Forward/Midfield
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Morrisville, N.Y.
High School: Morrisville-Eaton
Major: Biology
Before Roberts: Named All-State, All-Central New York and a Section III All-Star following senior season … Helped Morrisville-Eaton to Section III championship game against Little Falls … Selected her team's Sportsmanship winner … Also competed in volleyball, track and field and softball … Member of Student Council and FFA, serving as vice president for three years.
I chose Roberts because: "as soon as I stepped on campus I felt like I was at home. Our team culture was just amazing and I've always heard good things about Roberts' science program which meant a lot to me because I'm studying pre-vet biology in hopes of one day being a veterinarian. Knowing that I can play field hockey and have my desired major meant really like a lot to me because that's not very easy to find and I've never had a place feel more at home than Roberts. I love that I can continue following my faith and really just finding my place."
