Field hockey players from Abington, Tennent and Norristown are featured in Bergey's Highlighting.
Bergey’s Inc.
Highlighting…SOL Field Hockey Players
This recognition is sponsored by Bergey’s Inc. Athletes are chosen based on nomination of coaches.
Bergey’s Inc. National Conference Highlighted Players
Lizzy Petermichl – Senior at Abington High School
Petermichl is a two-year starter at forward for the Ghosts.
Note from the coach:
“Lizzy is a player who shows up to play every day, whether it’s a practice or game day,” coach Amanda Deering said. “Her work ethic and positive attitude are contagious and help the team through tough games. This year Lizzy was an integral part of welcoming the underclassmen onto the team. Despite her drive to become a better player, her main goal has always been to improve the team as a whole. Lizzy plans to join the Marine Corps after high school and serve her country.”
About Lizzy:
Best field hockey memory: “All of the pasta parties and team bonding events.”
Part of game I enjoy most: “When I score, of course!”
My role model is: Katy Perry
Music that gets me pumped before games: Katy Perry and Eminem
Favorite food: Anything with cheese in it.
Favorite TV show: Breaking Bad and Game of Thrones
Chocolate or vanilla: Vanilla
Bergey’s Inc. National Conference Highlighted Players
Hannah Chamberlain and Sarah Horrox – Seniors at William Tennent High School
Chamberlain is a two-year varsity starter in the midfield and last year received all-league honorable mention. Horrox is a three-year varsity player and starter and left midfield. They are a dynamic duo holding down the Panthers’ midfield.
Note from the coach:
“Hannah is a coachable player that has a remarkable attitude toward life,” coach Kaitlyn Rauchut said. “Her kindness and energetic positivity is infectious. Hannah is a leader who always leads by example with a smile. She is hard working and willing to always help her teammates continue to improve. Hannah’s versatility makes her a triple threat on the field to score, pass, and play defense. Hannah shows consistent athleticism with her tremendous endurance playing 60 minutes of every game.
“Sarah is the player that coaches hope and wish to have. She has a strong presence on the field with a fearless demeanor to play strong defense. Sarah has commendable instincts, confidence and stick skills within her high caliber talents. Sarah does a wonderful job of leading by example and always pushing herself and her teammates to be the best. She is not only tremendously athletic but also quite a humorous team player that brings vibrant energy to the team.”
About Hannah:
Best memory playing field hockey: “Bonding with my teammates on the field and off at pasta parties and other get-togethers.”
Part of game I enjoy most: “Being part of a chain of passes that lead to a goal.”
My role model is: Kate Middleton
Music that gets me pumped before games: Alternative/Dubstep
Favorite food: Grandma’s Chicken Cutlets
Favorite TV show: Gossip Girl
Chocolate or vanilla? Chocolate
About Sarah:
Best memory playing field hockey: “Being called up to varsity as a freshman and having the support of the seniors.”
Part of game I enjoy most: “Nailing a beautiful dodge in a game.”
My role models are: “My teammates”
Music that gets me pumped before games: Techno
Favorite food: Pasta
Favorite TV show: Duck Dynasty
Vanilla or chocolate: Chocolate
Bergey’s Inc. American Conference Highlighted Player
Keifonna Ferguson – Senior at Norristown High School
The senior captain has provided leadership and also contributed to the team offensively.
Note from the coach:
“Keke is one of those diamonds in the rough,” coach Stacie Staufenberg said. “She really took to being coached and has become a very good field hockey player. More important is how Keke is an integral part of our team. She gives everything she has every moment on the field. She is a good leader and leads best by just doing it! Her vibrant personality is what makes her special. The race against Max at Abington is a great example. She pumped up everyone on both teams about it. She has been a pleasure to coach.”
About Keifonna:
Best memory playing field hockey: “Playing against William Tennent in my junior year. I played my heart out. Also, our game against Abington because I raced Max from their team, and both teams were cheering. Even though he beat me, I still talk with him on Facebook.”
Part of the game I enjoy the most: “Flying on corners.”
My role model is: Lebron James
Music that gets me pumped before games: Meek Millz
Favorite food: Baked Ziti
Favorite TV show: Criminal Minds
Chocolate or vanilla: Vanilla
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